Dog Walkers in Northfield, IL
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Top rated Northfield dog walkers
“Bill is a reliable dog walker. He was great with our dog, Bella. He was flexible when adding extra walks last minute. He is also very responsive. I highly recommend his services to others.”
“Karen was great. She took the time to meet Sadie and understand her needs. The two walks were just enough to satisfy Sadie and give me peace of mind that she was being well cared for. Thank you Karen!”
“Zikra is a Rover Rockstar! She takes excellent care of my fun-loving little furry fella! She is extremely courteous and timely with her communications. A true professional in her field; or for us its the park down the street. 4 paws up and a wagging tail makes her a 5 star candidate all the way!”
“Caroline is so dependable and truly great with dogs. Sue absolutely loves our dog and he looks so forward to playing with her. I have complete trust in her knowing Cody is in great hands.”
About: I have spent my entire life surrounded by animals. I have taken care of not only my own but other peoples pets for many years now. I have worked in the veterinary medical field for the last 8 years and have experience in pet first aid and trauma response. I have just finished clinical rotations and currently have a pretty flexible schedule and am available 7 days a week to help take care of your pet. I am comfortable working with any breed or size pet. I have plenty of experience with basic pet care and medication administration. I will provide plenty of updates on how your pet is doing, and will treat them as I would my own pets.
“Stephen is great with our silly, high energy dog Roxy (doberman). We always feel comfortable she is in good hands under their care and she is always happy (based on the fun photo update we get). I would highly recommend their services”
About: My family has had our 13-year-old Poodle-Maltese for 12 years now, and we continue to play with him and teach him fun tricks! I just want the best for my pet as well as your pet(s), and I will take care of your furry friends. Dog-walking wise, I have experience in walking a 2-month-old Cavalier King Charles Spaniel as well as a 7-year-old Great Dane, so I can walk any sized dog you have. If you need a house sitter for your pets, I will follow your instructions, send you pictures of your happy pets, and give them the care and love they deserve. I'll make sure they get exercise and healthy foods. You might even come back and find they have learned some new, fun tricks! I am currently only doing this, so I have a very flexible routine and will be able to spend as much time with your pets as they need. I make sure the pets are comfortable with me, whether that be keeping a distance at first or talking to them so they know I'm there for them.
“Ella was amazing! Arrived on time and our dog loved her. She was also available when we needed extra help for long days! She was excellent and we will definitely use her again! Thank you Ella”
“Tamara's great! While she was on vacation, Mosie had another dog walker whom he also liked but he and I are both excited to have Tamara back! She adjusts her schedule to meet Mosie's needs and truly cares about him; the dogs she walks are not just job and the dogs can tell that she cares.”
“Highly recommend booking Viviana as a dog walker. She did a great job with our two pups, especially our older dog who can be a little feisty. She is very responsive and even came to meet our dogs beforehand to make sure she could provide them the best care possible.”
“Lauren is fantastic! So communicative and easy to work with. Our little French bulldog loved her too, and we are grateful we had someone we could rely on to check on and walk her every day. Will definitely hire again!”
About: Hello! My name is Robert. I hope you will consider hiring me to walk your dog because I love dogs very much and understand the importance of taking good care of a dog. Throughout my whole life, I have always had at least one dog – they are such an essential part of who I am. In many years of walking my own dogs nearly every day, I have come to understand how to be gentle with each individual dog and be patient with their needs. Definitely reach out and let me give your dog some exercise so he/she can return home calm and happy! I understand personally the value a dog provides and I would provide your dog with the best level of care. I have time for drop by visits or for walks! Just let me know what you need and we will arrange the best care for your dog. I have experience with puppies, elderly dogs, dogs who need medication, dogs with anxiety, all types of dogs. I provide the best care for what they need.
About: I owned a small dog and a fairly large one (a Rough Collie). I love animals. I want to do dog walking and sitting as my main job. I'm 5'10 and 210 lbs. I'm great with small and medium dogs. I'll take out a large dog who is leash-trained. On rare occasions, I take out extra-large dogs. Pet care will be my main priority. My other work is very flexible. I usually work from home or a cafe. For dog walking, I typically play with dogs. I'm patient, so we can take our time - even if that means sniffing every tree. I usually do dog sitting in the client's home and or yard. Occasionally, I board a small or medium-sized dog in my home. I have a small backyard/patio, which is shown in one of my photos.
“Donna and her partner, Steven, are a great team. They took good care with our little guy, who is 14 and a little deaf and losing his eyesight. They are very kind and trustworthy and will use them again.”
“Kellen is GREAT! She is very reliable and EXTREMELY flexible with your needs and your pets needs! She’s very helpful and you can tell shes a genuine animal lover! Our dog adores her, and always gets excited to see her! Your pet is DEFINITELY in good hands with Kellen, she’s amazing!”
About: I have two small dogs of my own. One is 15 years old and the other is 6. I have experience walking larger dogs at various shelters. I also have experience with strong dogs who pull on the leash and frequently stop for breaks on walks. I can carry heavy objects (or dogs) over 50 pounds if needed. I am currently creating stock for my Etsy shop, so I have plenty of time to spend with your pets! I have a lot of availability because of this, so I am open to help out with anything any day of the week. I will treat your pet with the respect they deserve, and will not do anything to them that I would not want done to my dogs.
About: I am part of a family of 6 which includes 3 daughters and our sweet dog named Willow. We would love to host your furry family member. I have over 13 years of experience with friends and family members who have pets in their home. I have a yard for fun and I love nice walks around the park across the street. We even take rides in the car to explore some more. Your furry family member will become a part of my family as long as they are in my home. I will care for it as directed and go beyond your expectations. Give me a try and you will not be disappointed. I look forward to working with you and your furry friend!
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William G. H.Star Sitter
“Bill is a reliable dog walker. He was great with our dog, Bella. He was flexible when adding extra walks last minute. He is also very responsive. I highly recommend his services to others.”
Karen C.Star Sitter
“Karen was great. She took the time to meet Sadie and understand her needs. The two walks were just enough to satisfy Sadie and give me peace of mind that she was being well cared for. Thank you Karen!”
Zikra M.
“Zikra is a Rover Rockstar! She takes excellent care of my fun-loving little furry fella! She is extremely courteous and timely with her communications. A true professional in her field; or for us its the park down the street. 4 paws up and a wagging tail makes her a 5 star candidate all the way!”
Phoenix B.
“Caroline is so dependable and truly great with dogs. Sue absolutely loves our dog and he looks so forward to playing with her. I have complete trust in her knowing Cody is in great hands.”
Jacob B.
“It took about 5 minutes for my fur babies to connect to Jacob in ways that not very many ppl can. Even my big ole grumpy Labsky tried to sit in his lap!! He has a genuine gift of empathy and special love for all creatures, great and small!”
Stephen M.Star Sitter
“Stephen is great with our silly, high energy dog Roxy (doberman). We always feel comfortable she is in good hands under their care and she is always happy (based on the fun photo update we get). I would highly recommend their services”
Gretchen K.
“Gretchen K. loves dogs and they really like her. She has a calm personality and is easy to get along with. She is responsible and dependable. She enjoys taking her dog for walks around the neighborhood.”
Ella V.Star Sitter
“Ella was amazing! Arrived on time and our dog loved her. She was also available when we needed extra help for long days! She was excellent and we will definitely use her again! Thank you Ella”
Tamara A.
“Tamara's great! While she was on vacation, Mosie had another dog walker whom he also liked but he and I are both excited to have Tamara back! She adjusts her schedule to meet Mosie's needs and truly cares about him; the dogs she walks are not just job and the dogs can tell that she cares.”
Viviana F.Star Sitter
“Highly recommend booking Viviana as a dog walker. She did a great job with our two pups, especially our older dog who can be a little feisty. She is very responsive and even came to meet our dogs beforehand to make sure she could provide them the best care possible.”
Lauren & Lauren P.Star Sitter
“Lauren is fantastic! So communicative and easy to work with. Our little French bulldog loved her too, and we are grateful we had someone we could rely on to check on and walk her every day. Will definitely hire again!”
Robert S.
“Robert is great with dogs. He truly cares for them and has done so for many years. He gives them specialized attention and personalized care.”
Megan D.
“My cats love Megan! She is a spectacular cat sitter. She is SO attentive to them. She's very creative and makes up the funniest games. My cats are a year old, so still kittens. One is friendly and the other one is timid. She tends to hide from strangers, even my Mom. By the second time Megan came to sit for me, my shy cat was out from under the bed to greet her! They both like to be where "Auntie Megan (Midge)" is. The real proof of her cat watching talents is when I get home from a week long trip. In the past my Mom would come over twice a day to feed them and play with the fishing poles. Before using Megan, when I would arrive home, my cats were almost unhinged. They would be all over me and at bedtime try to sleep on my face. It would take a couple of days for them to relax again. Now that I have Megan sleep over, the cats are SO RELAXED & CHILL. It's 180 degree difference. They sleep with Megan...a true test, and cuddle with her. The difference in their contentment is really obvious. More than my cats liking her, I can tell she really enjoys hanging out with them. She does some remote work while there, but my fur babies were her priority. When they walk over her laptop keyboard, she doesn't mind. They are playful adolescents. She even brought them some new mouse toys. Also, she's more into tech than I am. She introduced them to Cat TV and cat iPad games. I liked the daily photos she sent. Megan offers a very high end and loving experience for your cats. I highly recommend.”
Donna C.Star Sitter
“Donna and her partner, Steven, are a great team. They took good care with our little guy, who is 14 and a little deaf and losing his eyesight. They are very kind and trustworthy and will use them again.”
Jason A.Star Sitter
“Jason was on time and took good care of our big dog on all of his walks. This was a repeat booking for us, and we’ll continue reaching out to him!”
Kellen P.
“Kellen is GREAT! She is very reliable and EXTREMELY flexible with your needs and your pets needs! She’s very helpful and you can tell shes a genuine animal lover! Our dog adores her, and always gets excited to see her! Your pet is DEFINITELY in good hands with Kellen, she’s amazing!”
Isabela B.
“Isa is an incredible dog sitter and walker for us! Always on time, communicative and best of all our corgi, Teddy loves her! She always sent us updates so we felt confident to actually enjoy our trip instead of worrying about Teddy. We highly recommend her!”
Darlene M.
“We have known Darlene for many years and she watched our dog plenty of times when we go out of town and she is a well-respected and responsible young lady. Our dog loves her. She’s just a lovely person.”
Mia H.
“Mia was super responsive, easy to work with, and caring for our pup! Looking to having her watch after our dog again!”
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Highly recommend booking Viviana as a dog walker. She did a great job with our two pups, especially our older dog who can be a little feisty. She is very responsive and even came to meet our dogs beforehand to make sure she could provide them the best care possible.
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The median cost per walk for dog walking in Northfield is $20
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Sitters in Northfield average 4 repeat dog walking clients
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Dog walkers on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a dog walker in Northfield on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $20 per walk, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A dog walker’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your dog’s needs.
As of Aug 2025, there are 11,127 dog walkers in Northfield. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect dog walker near you. As a reminder, dog walkers joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your dog’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple dog walkers about your booking. Typically, 86% of Northfield dog walkers respond in under an hour.
Dog walkers in Northfield have an average of 14 years of experience. Dog walkers with repeat customers have an average of 4 repeat clients. Experience can vary from dog walker to dog walker, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare dog walkers in Northfield.
You can’t always predict a super busy day at work, but you can anticipate your dog’s needs. Instead of rushing home at lunch, book a dog walker to give your dog a 30- or 60-minute dog walk. Your dog walker can stop by as many times as you need—on whatever days you need them. With the Rover app, get a comprehensive Rover Card from your dog walker that includes:
- Start and stop times
- A map of their walk with total distance
- Pee, poo, food, and water breaks
- Cute photos and a personalized note
There are 11,127 dog walkers in Northfield on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Northfield, 90% have experience with senior dogs and dogs with special needs. We know each dog is unique and may have specific care instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect dog walker near you. As a reminder, all dog walkers on Rover have been background checked for you and your dog’s safety.
Yes! Dog walkers joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your dog walker through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your dog walker has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your dog is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
Note: If your dog walker requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.
We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your dog walking service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your dog walker’s cancellation policy.
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