Find Trusted Dog Walkers Near Me in Oak Forest, IL
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Find dog walkers in Oak Forest, IL that you’ll love
60 dog walkers are listed in Oak Forest, IL
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby dog walkers is 3 years
Dog walkers in Oak Forest, IL
5.0
(5)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
I provide home visits for your sweet pets while you are away. I also provide daily walks. I do not board or stay overnight. I am insured and can provide references. I tailor my services to your needs. I received excellent experience as a volunteer with PAWS in Tinley Park, a volunteer-run animal shelter taking in cats and dogs....
Lisa can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Lisa came with references. Immediately bonded with my cats, made my apprehension disappear. She texted & sent pictures to me the 5 days she was here. I'll be using her again!"
Christine H.
Hi! I'm Hadeel, and I'm passionate about providing top-notch care for your animals. While I may not have formal experience in pet care, I have a deep love for animals and a strong commitment to ensuring their well-being and happiness. I'm responsible, attentive, and enthusiastic about spending time with pets, whether it's for...
Hadeel can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Hello!
My name is Catarina and I absolutely love animals. I have 2 cats and a dog that are my life and I know how much your animals mean to you. My current dog does have special needs so I am use to giving medication on a regular schedule as well as long walks. Personally, I have very outgoing and relaxed but also organized and...
Catarina can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
Johanna W.
Oak Forest, IL
$20-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as fun, caring, and responsible.
In my spare time, I like to train my dogs and hangout with family and friends
I love children and enjoy helping them learn and grow at every stage of life. I am very responsible, reliable, caring, and I love to get any job done. I also do enjoy long walks so I'll...
Heather N.
Oak Forest, IL
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi!
I do pet sitting on the regular. I'm comfortable around all sizes of dogs/cats. I have years of experience around animals and have always had a passion for them! I can do anything from daily walking to regular pet sitting.
Heather can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
I adore animals. Growing up, I had all kind of pets: chickens, dogs, cat, guinea pigs, goats, pigs, ducks, turtles, bearded dragons, rabbits, and parakeets! Professionally, I have worked at an animal hospital as a kennel assistant, caring for dogs and cats of all breeds, to dog sitting and walking! Your furry/scaly/feathery pet...
Skylar can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love all animals, I have experience with bedridden after Spain surgery dog . I was training, massaging, walking, bathing, grooming , feeding . in 2008 I was finished Academy of dog grooming school. if you have interested please contact me, thank you
Kristina can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation, boarding, grooming
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"I have two dogs and hire Kristina all the time when I am going on vacation or business trips.She is very honest and worm person, always take the best care of my dogs.Also she gives them bath before I pick up them.I very very recommend her!!"
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Willa. I come with plenty of experience with pets. I have worked at the South Suburban Pet shelter volunteering my time walking and comforting those fur babies in need. I have been foster mom for many litters of kittens. I have had a large Nordic pup and now my chihuahua Wally. I also have my puss Lee. I have...
Willa can also help with: Pet sitting, dog training, pet walking, grooming
5.0
"Willa was absolutely great with my Teo cat babies! They've never been away from home before and I must say after my weeks travel they were so comfortable when I picked them up, they didn't want to leave. I will be using Willa for all of my care needs"
Alicia R.
Samantha S.
Orland Park, IL
$15/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have many years of experience caring for pets. Currently I walk a German Shepard three times a week. I also help another family with their cats occasionally. Message me if interested
Samantha can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"We own a 100lb german shepherd who is not the easiest to handle and Samantha is very good with him. They became friends right away and he gets extremely excited to see her each week. Samantha is very good with him and we appreciate how caring she is. She gives us...
Nichlas K.
I have owned 2 dogs with my family. I also owned a cat in college. I have cat sit for many people and have dog walked for a lot of people. I love animals and know how to take care of them very well!
Margaret can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Hi folks! I provide dog sitting in your own home. I have experience with dog walking/sitting my neighbors' dogs when they go out of town and help out when they are away at work for long-extended hours. I started a couple months ago, continue to love it and want to expand my experience as a side hustle :)
Patricia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
Hi my name is Sarah! I absolutely love dogs and cats and have been around dogs since in was in preschool. I am have a dog of my own named Ruby whom I love so much! I am looking to pick up pet sitting and dog walking jobs around the neighborhood to hopefully earn some extra cash. I am currently a registered nurse working the...
Sarah can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Tyler S.
Flossmoor, IL
$18-19/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Tyler S., and I've always had a special bond with dogs. Growing up, I've had the joy of sharing my life with three wonderful canine buddies, Nyla, Buddah and Kelly. Each of them taught me valuable lessons about love, responsibility, and the importance of companionship.
I believe in making each dog's walk an...
Tyler can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Katelyn O.
Mokena, IL
$20-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Kate! I'm a loving dog owner to a mini cockapoo named Nova. She is my world! I'm searching for opportunities to help other dog owners with dog walks/dog sitting. I'd love to speak with you further if you are interested!
Katelyn can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Janice B.
Tinley Park, IL
$19-27/hr
I live in Tinley Park and love dogs! I cannot own one because I am gone most of the time.
I am a Nanny for my first job and I am having trouble finding people that are available when I am!
I thought dog walking or watching them might work out well for me.
Sincerely,
Janice
Janice can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Avery R.
Tinley Park, IL
$14-19/hr
I am 19 years old and looking to dog walk and dog sit over the summer, as I am home from college. I have had dogs all my life and currently have 2 golden retrievers. I would love to care for your dog over this summer!
Avery can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Maria M.
Oak Lawn, IL
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
I've been a dog lover since I was young, always drawn to their loyal, loving nature. Over the years, my passion has only grown, and now I'm lucky to share my life with three wonderful dogs: a high-energy Australian Cattledog, a playful mini Australian Shepherd, and a rescue pitbull with a heart of gold. I understand the unique...
Maria can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Elizabeth V.
Chicago, IL
$18-22/hr
I been dog sitting for 1 year and I'm the perfect candidate for your dogs.
Responsibilities I carry for this job!
Feeding: Provide food and water, and change water bowls Walking: Take dogs for walks Cleaning: Clean litter boxes, fish aquariums, and other pet waste
Grooming: Brush pets and groom as needed. Medication: Administer...
Elizabeth can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
Yairaliz S.
Burbank, IL
$15-20/hr
I currently have 3 dogs of my own and have had dogs all my life! I do the most for my dogs including walking them, taking them to get groomed, shopping for them, even taking them on little hikes!
Yairaliz can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Brooke K.
Mokena, IL
$17-22/hr • 5 yrs exp
I have watched numerous breeds of dogs for 5 years. I am familiar with feeding, walking, medication administration, washing and brushing.
Brooke can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet transportation
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Recent dog walker reviews from local pet parents in Oak Forest, IL
Lisa A.
5.0
Lisa is the go-to walker for our neighborhood! Her dedication and thoughtfulness are unmatched.
Reliable: Takes her role very seriously. She has never once left me short-handed. You can trust Lisa to be there at her scheduled time, without question through rain, shine, sleet, or...
- Samantha G.
Kristina S.
5.0
Kristina is very nice, and has a big, very welcoming house for your pet.
She sent pictures of my kitty and updates on what he was doing :)
Nice to find someone you can trust!
- Care member
Willa H.
5.0
Willa has a great deal of knowledge with working with animals.
- Care member
Samantha S.
5.0
We own a 100lb german shepherd who is not the easiest to handle and Samantha is very good with him. They became friends right away and he gets extremely excited to see her each week. Samantha is very good with him and we appreciate how caring she is. She gives us daily updates and pictures of her...
- Nichlas K.
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FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Oak Forest, IL
How much do dog walkers charge near me in Oak Forest, IL?
A local dog walker near you in Oak Forest, IL will cost you an average of $19.67 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of March 2025 and may vary depending on the services that you request and your specific situation.
What is the best way in 2025 to find dog walkers near me in Oak Forest, IL?
Care.com has 6 dog walkers offering services in Oak Forest, IL. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Oak Forest or your zip code. From there, compare your options by reading about the specific dog walking services they provide, their experience with dogs, and their hourly rate. You can also read reviews from other pet parents from Oak Forest to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.
Is hiring a dog walker near me in Oak Forest, IL worth it?
Hiring a dog walker is a great way to eliminate worry and guilt when your dog is home alone for many hours, while also being a good way to keep your dog fit, happy and well socialized. You can read reviews from other pet parents living in Oak Forest, IL to help decide if hiring a particular dog walker will be worth it for you.
Is it safe to hire a dog walker near me in Oak Forest, IL?
When searching for dog walkers near you in Oak Forest, IL, you can use Care.com to start your search. All dog walkers on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck and any dog walkers who complete the Care Checkhave a badge on their profile displaying the date it was run so you can easily recognize them. CareChecks are a great place to start, but we strongly advise that you take additional steps to ensure you feel comfortable with the dog walker you hire, such as running your own background check and asking for references. You can visit our Safety Center to learn more.
How many dog walkers in my area are available to hire near me in Oak Forest, IL?
On Care.com, there are currently 6 dog walkers near you in Oak Forest, IL that you can get to know. You can review dog walker profiles to see who has the experience you’re looking for and who will take on the responsibilities you need help with.
Ratings for Oak Forest, IL dog walkers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Dog Walkers in Oak Forest, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed dog walkers.