Dog Walking in Washington Park, Chicago
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Top rated Washington Park dog walkers
“Tamara is awesome! She’s always communicative and punctual. Our dog Archie loves walking with her and waits by the door for her to come on the days she walks him.”
“Samantha was awesome and took great care of our puppy, Layla. Looking forward to having her help us for any dog walking needs in the future!”
“No complaints! Still managed to get our dogs walked even with a broken finger! Loved the daily pics and updates. Was always on time. Would love to work with her again.”
“Danielle is great! Very responsive to messages and very accommodating to our needs, even with last minute changes due to bad weather or scheduling issues.”
About: Hi there! I’m a young professional who’s ready to love and care for your furry friend as much as you do! I have lots of experience watching and caring for pets. I had small pets (hamsters, guinea pigs, etc.) growing up and now care for my own senior pup, Clara. In addition to my own dog, I’ve dog sat for many friends and neighbors (both in their homes and mine) while they were on vacation or out of town. I also have experience helping train/board young dogs, so I’m more than comfortable with puppies! You can ask any of my friends—my love for animals knows no bounds, so you know I’ll take great care of your pets and give them the love they need when you’re not available. I’m currently working from home, so I have a flexible schedule to care for your pets! I am available weekdays and weekends from 9am to 6pm. Having cared for a senior dog, I know all the meticulous needs that come with owning a pet. Schedule, cleanliness, and patience are key to keeping our animals safe and healthy. I work best with detailed care instructions to ensure that your pet is comfortable in your absence!
“Malcomn was FANTASTIC with my dog Loki! He was attentive and gave him the care he needed. Malcomn followed care instructions well & communicated promptly with me. He also sent me photo updates which were very appreciated. He is now my regular dog walker :) 10 stars for Malcomn.”
“Qutress is so sweet to our Ellie and we are so lucky to have found her.”
About: While I do not currently share my life with a dog of my own (it's a matter of being unable to adopt every dog I lay my eyes on!), I dearly love helping pet parents keep their dogs happy and healthy and preferably in their own homes while their owners are away. I love to travel,and love to spend time with as many dogs as I can possibly fit into my day. You can often find me chatting with others about their animals, and I am always interested in hearing about every little detail. I enjoy helping people get a greater understanding regarding the welfare of their animals, and sometimes bore my friends with random and obscure dog breeds, and what I know of their temperament and behavior. I'm proud to say I try to research as many breeds as I can so that I know what to expect, and hey, it's always fun to just know why and how a breed came into existence! I happen to also be studying veterinary technology, for the knowledge of nutrition and behavior, since surgery is more information than I want. :D I am also very happy to drop by or stay with your cats, and am quite used to the varying personalities of these small creatures: the ones who like to play hide and seek, the aloof, the playful, and the grumpy. I don't mind at all, as long as the cat is comfortable, eating, and using their litter box, all is well! I can work my day around your dog or cat, as I am a dedicated sitter, and much prefer to spend my time enjoying the company of cats and dogs as much as I can. I much prefer to stay with the dog or cat in their own home, as having their familiar surroundings help them remain peaceful, happy, and comfortable.
“Kristen was great! So caring with my pups and totally made me feel comfortable as a first-time user of Rover.”
“Madison is so sweet, responsive, and enthusiastic. You can tell she really loves dogs! She always takes care of Jourdin on every walk she takes so I continue to book her for my doodle bear 💛”
“He was great with Bruno and food about communicating and being flexible with my schedule.”
About: I have a 3 year old frenchie so being attentive to canines has become a learned skill! I have enough energy to keep up too. Currently looking for full time work, so I am fully available until I find something. Would love to continue as a part time job afterward I am attentive, kind, caring and respectful with all animals, and they are always very responsive to humans that are patient and loving with them
“Mother-in-law said Stella LOVED Bola and was so excited for all her walks!! The only thing she would change to make this a 5 start rating was the inconsistancy of arrival time and lack of communication in regards to being late. Overall, amazing service!! We look forward to working with Bola again in the near future!!”
About: I've always taken care of dogs since I was seven. At one point I even had three dogs and a cat all at the same time. It was kind of hectic but I loved them all equally. I've always been responsible and the sole care giver of all the pets in the house. Feeding and walking the dogs were always my responsibility and they still are 12 years later. I am currently taking a semester off from college so my schedule is mostly free. Any time after 12 PM I am free to take care of your pets. After I start the summer semester my schedule might change though. I will diligent and detail oriented with the instructions you give me and follow any tiype of special care or requirements that your furry baby needs.
About: In high school, I used to help my neighbor feed and clean up after his 20-30 sled dogs. I have a soft spot for and plenty of experience caring for (and wrangling) large, strong dogs. I’ve worked with dogs of all different sizes, breeds, and personalities and bring gentleness and firmness to match their needs, whatever they may be. I recently graduated and am searching for a full time job in my field, which leaves plenty of time and flexibility to care for your pets! I am free during normal work hours and have some availability on nights and weekends, feel free to ask! When I enter a client’s home I do so as a visitor, and make sure the pets know it’s still *their* home, where they are safe and in control. I calmly approach and introduce myself before moving on to care tasks or dog walks. Your pets feeling safe and comfortable in their own space and with me is my number one priority. If I’m lucky enough to take care of a furry friend multiple times they’ll know me in short time and get excited to see me come around:) I am firm with pets when it is called for though! I would never force a pet out for a normal walk in a downpour but I’ll help motivate them to go out long enough to do their business under my umbrella.
About: Hello, My name is Candace and I have a 17 year old toy poodle by the name of Francesca. I adopted Francesca 12 years ago and instantly fell in love with her. She's a joy and I consider her family. I live in a 3 bedroom condo in Bronzeville, where I allow Francesca free access to roam. Your dog will have the same privileges. Your furbaby will be walked 2+ times a day and fed based on your specifications. And of course I will provide plenty of water for hydration. I prefer housebroken dogs but I am ok with dogs who use potty pads. If you're looking for a loving home to board your pet while you're away, this is the perfect place. I work mostly from home. I’m normally not away for more than a couple of hours. I can alert you to any change in this pattern. I can accommodate most requests. I will care for your dog based on your specifications. I treat all my guests like they’re my own dog.
“Jasmine is awesome. She has been such a help with our German Shepherd who loves her - and even trained her to walk much better within just a few days of walking her! We are so thankful to have a helping hand like Jasmine near to us - so we couldn’t recommend hiring her more highly (though not when we need her!! ?)”
About: I’ve had family pets since a young age that I’ve looked after. When I was majoring in Pre-vet in undergrad, I would volunteer at a pet clinic and shadow Vet techs. I’ve looked after friends pets, family pets, and hopefully yours. My availability as of right now is pretty open and flexible. I do prefer morning and afternoons and during the week. However, I can also pet-sit on the weekends. I do not currently have a pet of my own. Only a family dog. She’s not living with me. She is a brown lab, she’s a senior and she’s pretty energetic.
About: Experience with puppy training, dog and cat sitting for neighbors since the 7th grade. I love dogs and miss my dog at home so love to walk dogs whenever I get the chance!!! I am also a runner so happy to run with your dog too if they need some extra exercise! Have lots of experience with animal care, and cared for a wide variety of animals since 1st grade with having rabbits, chickens, a cat, and a dog for the past 7 years. I’m currently a student-athlete at UChicago, so happy to do walks any point throughout the day that does not conflict with my class/practice schedule. Sundays, Monday afternoons, Wednesday, Tuesday and Thursday mornings are the most available, but my schedule is flexible and happy to accommodate bookings. I have a fenced yard at my apartment and no other pets right now. I live on a calm street close to some parks for walks and play time!
About: Experience with dogs and cats. Full time student which gives me more flexibility to attend to your pet! I’ve worked with mostly medium sized high energy dogs. I am a graduate student here in Chicago so I can be flexible with attending to pets on week days and weekends. I also have a car so I can be quick to get to locations I love being attentive to pets and their needs whether it’s playing, going on walks, potty breaks, and keeping track of food and water intake.
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1. Tamara J.
“Tamara is awesome! She’s always communicative and punctual. Our dog Archie loves walking with her and waits by the door for her to come on the days she walks him.”
2. Samantha E.
“Samantha was awesome and took great care of our puppy, Layla. Looking forward to having her help us for any dog walking needs in the future!”
3. Abi S.
“No complaints! Still managed to get our dogs walked even with a broken finger! Loved the daily pics and updates. Was always on time. Would love to work with her again.”
4. Danielle B.
“Danielle is great! Very responsive to messages and very accommodating to our needs, even with last minute changes due to bad weather or scheduling issues.”
5. Peyton W.
“Peyton took the BEST care of my cats when I went out of town. I’m the type of pet parent who has a lot of anxiety around leaving my fur babies in the care of anyone else. However, Peyton put my mind at ease with their attention to detail and frequent updates. I would highly recommend them!”
6. Malcomn F.
“Malcomn was FANTASTIC with my dog Loki! He was attentive and gave him the care he needed. Malcomn followed care instructions well & communicated promptly with me. He also sent me photo updates which were very appreciated. He is now my regular dog walker :) 10 stars for Malcomn.”
7. Qutress T.
“Qutress is so sweet to our Ellie and we are so lucky to have found her.”
8. Elizabeth D.
“Elizabeth has watched my cat several times. She is excellent and extremely knowledgeable about animal care, and her prices are great. I will always use her if she's available!”
9. Kristen K.
“Kristen was great! So caring with my pups and totally made me feel comfortable as a first-time user of Rover.”
10. Madison C.
“Madison is so sweet, responsive, and enthusiastic. You can tell she really loves dogs! She always takes care of Jourdin on every walk she takes so I continue to book her for my doodle bear 💛”
11. Jabari R.
“He was great with Bruno and food about communicating and being flexible with my schedule.”
12. Jordyn W.
“Jordyn is a loving, responsible dog mom who is one of the most dependable, trustworthy people I know. She takes great pride in her work and is not afraid to show initiative to effectively problem solve. I highly recommend her! Your pet will love her.”
13. Bola A.
“Mother-in-law said Stella LOVED Bola and was so excited for all her walks!! The only thing she would change to make this a 5 start rating was the inconsistancy of arrival time and lack of communication in regards to being late. Overall, amazing service!! We look forward to working with Bola again in the near future!!”
14. Mikel N.
“Mikel is a very responsible adult. She shows up to work on time and stays on task while working her shift. She is kind and respectful towards others. She listens well and takes direction. She makes sure to ask what tasks she needs to work on if she completes what has been assigned to her. It is a delight to supervise Mikel.”
15. Avery K.
“Avery is very knowledgeable of animals' behaviors and needs, and he really bonded with my cat Melon while caring for him. He helped immensely with difficult tasks like giving Melon unpleasant medicine and bringing him to the vet. He did these diligently without sacrificing Melon's trust: Avery is easily Melon's favorite person who isn't his owner. I'd gladly leave any pet in Avery's care and would recommend him very highly.”
16. Candace M.
About: Hello, My name is Candace and I have a 17 year old toy poodle by the name of Francesca. I adopted Francesca 12 years ago and instantly fell in love with her. She's a joy and I consider her family. I live in a 3 bedroom condo in Bronzeville, where I allow Francesca free access to roam. Your dog will have the same privileges. Your furbaby will be walked 2+ times a day and fed based on your specifications. And of course I will provide plenty of water for hydration. I prefer housebroken dogs but I am ok with dogs who use potty pads. If you're looking for a loving home to board your pet while you're away, this is the perfect place. I work mostly from home. I’m normally not away for more than a couple of hours. I can alert you to any change in this pattern. I can accommodate most requests. I will care for your dog based on your specifications. I treat all my guests like they’re my own dog.
17. Jasmine P.
“Jasmine is awesome. She has been such a help with our German Shepherd who loves her - and even trained her to walk much better within just a few days of walking her! We are so thankful to have a helping hand like Jasmine near to us - so we couldn’t recommend hiring her more highly (though not when we need her!! ?)”
18. Delajah G.
“I'm so glad I found Delajah!! I know my dog is a piece of work but somehow she manages. In the past I have not been open to dog walking services but after some research I finally conceded and my life and the kids has been a breeze ever since. 10/10 I recommend:)”
19. Caroline L.
“Caroline is such a sweet and loving person. She has grown up with pets, whether it be a dog, cat, or even chickens. She is so kind and loves dogs so much that it's her entire instagram feed. I recall her telling me about why she wanted to be on Rover and it was more to just walk dogs and get to hangout with them than anything else. Caroline has a constant happiness that lights up a room and loves dogs like no other. I would find it hard to believe that there’s anyone better to walk your dog(s) than Caroline.”
20. Grace T.
“Grace is an exceptional pet caregiver whom I recommend to anyone seeking a responsible and loving care for their furry friends. Grace has a unique ability to create a connection with any pet. I witnessed Grace's care firsthand when she helped me pet-sit a friend's cat. Not only did she ensure the cat's basic needs were met, but she also made time to play with the cat and give her lots of attention. Grace's responsible nature and genuine love for animals make her a great choice for anyone in need of a trustworthy pet caregiver.”
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Doggy Walking FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
Dog walkers on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a dog walker in Washington Park on Rover as of Jul 2024 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 Jul 2024, there are 8,834 dog walkers in Washington Park. 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 Washington Park dog walkers respond in under an hour.
Dog walkers in Washington Park have an average of 13 years of experience. Dog walkers with repeat customers have an average of 3 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 Washington Park.
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 8,834 dog walkers in Washington Park on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Washington Park, 88% 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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