Dog Walkers in Oakwood Hills, IL

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Sitter Profile Image: Carolyn G.
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Carolyn G.
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$28
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5.0 out of 5 stars
138 reviews
41 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Cary, IL, 60013

Carolyn is amazing prompt and great at communication. She was awesome about updating us about Jewel and giving us great reports. Would recommend her anytime.

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Christine S.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
22 reviews
3 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Cary, IL, 60013

Christine is awesome! She is on time and is great with my dog.

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Sitter Profile Image: Brian W.
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Brian W.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
66 reviews
38 repeat clients
39 years of experience
Oakwood Hills, IL, 60013

Brian did an outstanding job taking care of our “family member” Gage. He was able to follow all the directions (believe me they are pretty complicated) we had provided and did not miss a beat. Great communication as well. Will definitely use Brian again.

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Megan E.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
1 repeat client
15 years of experience
Crystal Lake, IL, 60012

About: I have over 15 years of experience caring for other people's animals. From dogs and cats, to horses, snakes, goats, chickens, and more! My promises to you: I will respond in a timely manner, be reliable, and send you updates (with pictures) while you are away. I will ensure your beloved pet(s) receive the care and attention they deserve. I will be respectful of your home and ALWAYS leave it cleaner than I found it. I know how relieving it is to return to a clean home! :) My schedule is flexible but I do have a part time job that I work in the evenings. Typically 4-9pm 🙂 I do not offer boarding in my home at this time. I am an attentive and patient caregiver with safety at the forefront of my attention. I will ensure that your animals receive the care, attention, and exercise they deserve!

Sitter Profile Image: Nicole B.
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Nicole B.
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$15
per walk
1 repeat client
15 years of experience
Crystal Lake, IL, 60014

About: I have always had dogs and cats growing up. I have dog sat multiple times over the pat 10 years! I have experience with all different types of dogs and I love them Al! I am a teacher so I have summers off, was looking for some extra money this summer while enjoying animals! I am very very open during summer time and would love to do it during the school year as well! I have my own cat and I am completely obsessed with him! I snuggle and love on him a little too much, I am very responsible!

Sitter Profile Image: Jacob L.
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Jacob L.
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$20
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4.9 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
3 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Island Lake, IL, 60042

About: I’ve been caring for, training, and owning dogs nearly my whole life starting from childhood to now fostering/watching for friends and family. I’ve also had experience working professionally as a pet sitter. Whether your pup is large or small I’ll care for them as if they were my own and bring all the playful energy as a young adult to provide a fun experience during my time with them. I currently work remotely and have increased flexibility for scheduling needs. Although I will need to primarily be at home during my working hours I am able to ensure your pets are taken care of in a timely fashion without being left for too long without potty breaks. Your boundaries for your animals whether they be rules or practices in your personal home will be closely followed and respected. I bring my years of pet experience to ensure their safety is my top priority when staying with them overnight or providing daily care along with giving them the company they’ll need while you are away.

Sitter Profile Image: Laila R.
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Laila R.
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$14
per walk
3 years of experience
Port Barrington, IL, 60010

About: I have dealt with big and small dogs even if they are very mean or nice and I can deal with them accordingly so me and your furry friend don’t get hurt. I love Going on nice walks whether if it’s long like a few hours or short like around the block. I love going outside and feeling the nice breeze and smell of the grass and trees and I know dogs love it to. Ill always come prepared with extra poop bags just in case you don’t have any Im free many days of the week take care of your best friend. I love walking and taking some nice jogs during the day so I’m free almost every day to go out into the world and take your furry friend for a nice walk. if you have a cat i can chill with them while I brush them out so they can have a silky coat. It’s just so relaxing to do that and have a peaceful moment during the day If your dog or cat ever gets stressed I will stop doing what ever I’m doing and help them de stress a bit and figure out what might have caused it. I’ll take my time with them and give them something they really like or that’s calming in hope that they calm down. I will never pressure your furry friend into doing something that it dosent want to do

Sitter Profile Image: Hannah S.
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Hannah S.
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$20
per walk
5.0 out of 5 stars
14 reviews
6 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Cary, IL, 60013

Hannah , did a great job with Betty ! She arrived in the spot for the meet n greet and for the scheduled walk ! We will be using her again very soon

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Sitter Profile Image: Carisa B.
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Carisa B.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
4 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Crystal Lake, IL, 60014

About: I have a half acre of fenced in yard for dogs to run and play. I’ve had pets in my family my whole life: always dogs, a few cats over the years, a house rabbit, hamsters, ducks, fish, lizards, turtles - so many lovely creatures! I’ve worked with rescues and shelters and have taken care of elderly dogs at the end of their lifespan administering medications orally, injections, and topically. For my other job I do freelance graphic design from home and make my own schedule, so I’m very flexible with my schedule. When pet sitting at my home your pet will have my company throughout the day. I offer check ins, feeding, walking, playing, cleaning up after all pets and livestock at their home. I board dogs and caged pets overnight or for multiple days at my home where dogs have access to a fenced yard at any time of the day, full time supervision, and cozy accommodations.

Sitter Profile Image: Kathleen & John N.
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Kathleen & John N.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
21 reviews
10 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Crystal lake, IL, 60014

Merry Christmas to you, Kathleen and John! Thank you for taking care of Pixie for Amanda! We appreciate your help! Many Blessings to you and yours in the New Year!!

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Sitter Profile Image: Natalia C.
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Natalia C.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
2 repeat clients
2 years of experience
Crystal Lake, IL, 60014

About: I’m known to host pups while my friends are out for the evening or for the weekend. I enjoy spending quality time with dogs whether it be lounging or going for a walk! I’m currently working from home and love having a furry companion during my daily walks. I love cuddling up with a dog and watching reality tv on weeknights. The community I live in has a dog park and trails nearby to provide pups with plenty of movement, sunlight, and quality time in and outside the home.

Sitter Profile Image: Megan W.
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Megan W.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
207 reviews
62 repeat clients
16 years of experience
Island Lake, IL, 60042

Megan is a great dog walker! I felt so comfortable knowing she was there to walk my dogs when I had to work a long day. She took great care of them while I was away.

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Patricia G.
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Natalie M.
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$23
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5.0 out of 5 stars
49 reviews
19 repeat clients
47 years of experience
Crystal Lake, IL, 60014

Very helpful with are little girl pups. Treated them like they were her own. Our pups need alittle extra attention and had no issues helping.

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Cecilia E.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
283 reviews
41 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Crystal Lake, IL, 60014

Cecilia came to our rescue since our dog needed attention while we were gone for Thanksgiving. She’s friendly, loves dogs, and treats them very well! Hope to have her back again!

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Debbie G.
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Tanner B.
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$25
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1 year of experience
Island Lake, IL, 60042

About: I have had Pers my whole life, and I am a very well - versed person when it comes to dogs. I constantly watch people’s dogs / walk them when needed. Especially during summertimes. I am good with taking care of older dogs and walking at their pace. I am currently home from school for the summertime, I am taking classes in the meantime but I love to spend time with nature. Dogsitting fits into my schedule because I like to get up early and take care of my priorities and I count animals as one of them I value pets the same way, if not more, to other people. I see pets as another me, and I wouldn’t want anything to happen to them because i set such a high value for them. I think pets are one of the best things in our lives, and I wouldn’t want anything to harm that.

Sitter Profile Image: Lauren S.
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Lauren S.
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$21
per walk
5.0 out of 5 stars
14 reviews
3 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Cary, IL, 60013

About: Updated 3/30/2025 Now booking for April! Booked: April 26-27, May 5- 15, June 6- 10, August 8- 13. Hi I’m Lauren, i haven lots of experience with different types of animals and I have a flexible schedule and I would love to book with you. I’ve been taking care of animals my whole life and for clients, a few years now. I grew up taking care a lot of family pets as well as cousins & neighbors pets. I have a 10 year old golden retriever that I’ve been taking care of since she was a puppy, and I’m happy to announce I have just recently adopted a stray kitten! I have foster experience with puppies and I also have experience house sitting for 7-14 days while caring for multiple dogs/pets. Will remove ticks from dogs and protect dogs from coyotes👍🏻🦮:) The way I typically do things is if you choose me for a meet & greet is I will come over a few weeks before the stay, introduce myself, let the pets check me out, and go over your pets care & routine. Then, a day or so before you leave I’ll come by and to pick up your key and if there’s any other questions or concerns we can address those then. Willing to change my schedule to be able to work with more cats! I try to accommodate for all clients Updated 10/15 overnight unavailable: Nov 5th - Nov 19th + December 1st -7th. I just moved into my first apartment this year so all the help I can get is very appreciated ☻ I follow instructions and try to make your pet happy while respecting your personal space and property. I’m used to being around dogs with unique needs and accommodating to the best of my ability.

Sitter Profile Image: Sarah H.
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Sarah H.
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$17
per walk
5.0 out of 5 stars
49 reviews
17 repeat clients
4 years of experience
McHenry, IL, 60050

She was great!!! And my dog dog was comfortable

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Sitter Profile Image: Jennifer T.
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Jennifer T.
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$25
per walk
5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
2 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Lake in the Hills, IL, 60156

We couldn’t be happier with Jennifer! She walks our 90 pound dog, Willow, who can be very skittish and isn’t always comfortable around other dogs. From the very beginning, she has been incredibly patient, calm, and understanding with Willow, taking the time to build trust at Willow’s pace. She always provides detailed updates after each walk, which gives us so much peace of mind. We love hearing how Willow did and any little wins along the way. It’s clear she genuinely cares and pays close attention to Willow’s needs and behavior. She’s also been very reliable, communicative, and flexible when needed. Knowing our large, sometimes nervous dog is in such capable and caring hands means everything to us. We highly recommend Jennifer to anyone looking for a trustworthy, compassionate, and professional dog walker, especially if your dog needs a little extra understanding like ours does.

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Sitter Profile Image: Maria S.
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Maria S.
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$20
per walk
10 years of experience
McHenry, IL, 60051

About: I grew up with animals starting out with hamsters and guinea pigs. Currently have a small Bichon Frise dog who always needs love and attention. I love going on walks, especially with a companion:) I am currently a college student taking online classes Monday through Thursday, however, I can be flexible with my schedule so don’t hesitate to reach out to take care of your pets:) I can always make time to help out <3 For my own dog I always make sure she has food and water at all times. Letting her outside whenever she wants in order to get some fresh air and then going on walks with her twice a day is part of our routine. She is not one to play, but still loves being silly and having the zoomies. In those energetic moments I always join her. Then at the end of the day everyone deserves a treat and so does she:)

Sitter Profile Image: Alexandra H.
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Alexandra H.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
1 repeat client
18 years of experience
Wauconda, IL, 60084

About: I won’t just care for pet, I give them a fun, loving, and (overly) attentive experience. I’ll talk to your pets like they’re friends, play with them on their terms, and genuinely care for each one as if they were my own. With years of experience caring for cats, dogs, and even rats, I really understand different personalities and needs. I’m reliable, responsible, and full of playful energy; I make sure your furry family is happy, safe, and loved while you’re away. I work typically 3-7 Friday through Tuesday at my barista job, so I’m available all other times for walks, playtime, or visits. also willing to go before and after work to make sure your loved one is cared for in the best way possible! I’m not a “guesser”, I’ll always ask you a question if I’m unsure of how you’d care for your pet in a certain situation. I enjoy keeping pet parents updated with photos or messages throughout the day, so you can be confident your furry friends are happy, safe, and well cared for. My flexible schedule allows me to adapt to each pet’s routine and make sure they feel loved and comfortable while you’re away.

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"Carolyn provided incredible care for our dog while we were in Florida for 5 weeks. She visited twice a week, was always on time, and sent great updates and photos after every walk. Highly recommend her for anyone looking for a trustworthy and communicative walker!" We will definitely contact her again in the future!

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Karen L.
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Brian has been a life saver for us! We had a complicated family emergency and Brian has been an invaluable and professional asset during this period. Brian has been such a great friend to Charlie, our dog. Charlie is so very excited when Brian comes, and since he's a big dog, we've really appreciative how well he responds to Brian. Brian has also been 100 percent reliable, extremely communicative, and very flexible. He has even helped my elderly mother bring in packages and other things that have become difficult for her. He's just a good human being! Brian is great with dogs and also with people. We so appreciate his help over the past several months.

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Dog walkers on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a dog walker in Oakwood Hills on Rover as of Jun 2026 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.

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As of Jun 2026, there are 3,881 dog walkers in Oakwood Hills. 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.

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Dog walkers in Oakwood Hills have an average of 16 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 Oakwood Hills.

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:

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There are 3,881 dog walkers in Oakwood Hills on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Oakwood Hills, 94% 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.

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