Dog Walkers in River Forest, IL
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1. Julia M.
“Julia has been a wonderful animal sitter over the years for us. We have an older dog, a cat and doves in an aviary. Julia is responsible and nurturing. My favorite part is when Julia take photos of our pets and emails them to us when we are out of town. As if our little creatures are calling us themselves! It's nice to go on vacation and know our little ones are in good hands!”


2. Sergio R.

“Sergio is great and very compassionate individual to walk my dog Rosie! He listened and in detail about handling Rosie with being a large breed puppy. Highly recommend Sergio!”


3. Jacqui F.

“I am so happy that we met Jacqui and she agreed to walk our two year old pup for the week. Jacqui was extremely clear, communicative, professional trustworthy, flexible, consistent and kind both during the booking and the week. Our dog, Max loved his walks (she took some great photos). We can’t wait to work with Jacqui again - she’s got a lifelong friend in Max and client in us!”




4. Robin P.


“Robin is a compassionate, professional walker who genuinely loves dogs and enjoys getting pups outside and moving. I have three senior dogs. She is very accommodating. She is punctual and very proactive about schedule changes when needed. I recommend Robin without hesitation.”


5. Dorothy H.

“Dorothy is one of those rare walkers who takes great pride and personal responsibility in her dog walking. She treated our puppies with respect, and always made sure that they got the attention and care that they needed. We look so forward to having her take care of our dogs again!”


6. Rachael P.

“Rachael is great! She came by to meet our puppy, and was timely and prompt to the schedule. She took our dog to a local park for a nice long walk, which we appreciate!”


7. Adrienne M.

“Adrienne did a great job walking my puppy. She helped him explore the neighboorhood and socialize with dogs and people. Adrienne gave detailed updates about his walks and sent a lot of pictures.”


8. Simone H.

“Second trip we’ve had Simone walk our dog and she was great again. Very reliable and great communication. So nice to find someone we can trust with our dog.”


9. Jessica J.

“Thank you Jessica , it was Bruno’s first walk ! I was a little nervous because Bruno didn’t walk with anyone besides me , things changes at my job and we need help, and Jessica just nailed. They walk for 30 min. Bruno is taking a nap now;) we will see Jessica next Thursday, thanks again.”


10. Caroline D.

“I booked Caroline for two weeks, and she was amazing. She communicated clearly every day, was incredibly kind and flexible, and handled my 70-pound, high-energy dog like a pro. He’s not easy to manage, but she never once complained. Just pure professionalism and kindness. It was such a relief knowing he was in great hands. Highly recommend!”


11. Fanni M.

“Fanni is wonderful and I felt at ease when Chomper was in her care. She is communicative, responsible, and even braved walking up 13 flights of stairs when the elevator in my building was out. I am so appreciative of her time and would highly recommend her for any pet care needs!”


12. Drew A.
About: I have taken care of my dog Avery for the last six years, becoming a foster failure, which was the best thing that ever happened to me! I am willing to provide whatever care you might need for your fur baby, including going for walks, playing with toys, and giving them all the love. I am comfortable providing any medication as well, if necessary, and I am happy to work with pets of all personality types. I also have experience working with dogs who exhibit anxious behaviors. Whenever I’m around animals, they can expect nothing short of a fun time, full of pets, love, and all the attention! I am a teacher who will be off for the summer, so my availability for drop in visits or dog walking sessions is pretty wide open. Mornings, afternoons, and early evenings would work great, and I could also do late nights during the week. Having used Rover myself for my own dog, I get a great deal of peace of mind getting updates from Rover sitters, so I would want nothing more than to provide that same reassurance to other clients with their pets. I will provide regular updates whenever I have visits with your pet, as I value communication, and I will of course follow through with whatever special requests you might have for your pet.


13. Marissa T.

“Marissa’s dependability is unwavering, and she’s there for our family when we need her most! With a husband who travels for work, two kids who go to two different schools, and no fenced yard, it’s imperative we have reliable dog walking b/c I just can’t do it all! Marissa helps lighten the load with a compassionate smile & love for our pup. We are SO grateful for her!”


14. Peter W.
“Pete is incredible with our dog Millie—caring, reliable, and truly attentive. She absolutely loves him and is always relaxed and happy after their time together. I trust him completely and couldn’t recommend him more highly for total peace of mind.”


15. Yulissa C.

“Yulissa has been walking franky for a few weeks. What we love about her is she personalizes his experience, changing routes and keeps him engaged. Before leaving, she makes sure he has plenty of water too. Thank you Yulissa!”


16. Marie G.
“Marie is a fantastic pet care giver. She has dog sit for multiple pets in our home over the last 10 years. She is extremely responsible and is also very compassionate. She is the only pet sitter we have ever used. She has come for day visits as well as stayed in our home during family vacations up to 10 days. I highly recommend Marie.”


17. Natalie K.
“Natalie is amazing with dogs! She loves them, and they love her. She is also conscientious and reliable, and she shows up on time! Finally, she has excellent communication skills, and it is easy to set up appointments with her.”


18. Maxwell K.
“Max walks my nine-year-old lab every day for 30 minutes. Cooper had a spinal stroke in 2022 and now his back left leg is impaired, he walks very slowly. It is so important that Cooper gets his daily exercise. Max is always there, very patient and sweet with Cooper. He is kind, compassionate and reliable.”


19. Matthew K.

“Very polite and professional! Matthew was on time and very careful with Marvin. Very good communication as well!”


20. Zion P.
“Zion P. has taken care of my dogs multiple times. She is trustworthy, reliable, and easy to work with. She has stayed in the house with the dogs alone for multiple nights and is easy to communicate with when away.”
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
Dog walkers on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a dog walker in River Forest on Rover as of Jun 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 Jun 2025, there are 12,070 dog walkers in River Forest. 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, 85% of River Forest dog walkers respond in under an hour.
Dog walkers in River Forest 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 River Forest.
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 12,070 dog walkers in River Forest on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In River Forest, 89% 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.
