Champaign, IL

Dog walking in Champaign

Book on-demand and scheduled walks with local dog walkers. Choose between a 20, 30, or 60-minute walk for your pup.

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Customer reviews

Unable to take your dog on a walk today? Dog walkers through Wag! are available to care for your pup whenever you’re not. Every dog walker has passed an enhanced background check. Get photos and updates on where your dog poops and pees while you follow along via GPS in the app.

The picture updates are so funny! Thank you for helping me and going beyond while I m at work truly a lifesaver

Reina A.

Thank you so much I appreciate the updates!!

Reina A.

Loved the video updates. Thank you !

Christopher C.

Thank you! Sorry it was so hot. Really appreciate you walking her.

Angela S.

Thank you!

Angela S.

Excellent! Thank you!

Angela S.

Bitsy had a good time with Joe. Joe is patient. He was great at understanding what she needed. Thanks!

Angela S.

What a fantastic sitter! Both boys were very happy to have Aryiah care for them. Aryiah is very professional! She kept us informed and attended to each dogs unique personalities. Will definitely request her again.

Maude Y.

Erik always takes such good care of our puppy, we 1000% recommend him.

Will S.

We have a very difficult and disabled dog and she was so amazing with him and was very communicative with us. Highly recommended!

Christopher B.

Why book dog walker in Champaign

Busy Pet Parents sometimes need a hand when it comes to ensuring their pup is getting the potty breaks and exercise they need. That's where Wag! comes in! Local Champaign, IL dog walkers are background checked and registered on the Wag! platform, ready to take your dog on an adventure when you need them. Your dog can make a friend in the neighborhood, and you can re-book with the same dog walker easily in the app. Champaign, IL has "pawlenty" of parks and neighborhoods that your dog is itching to explore!

The best dog friendly neighborhoods
in Champaign

City Limits

Champaign is home to the Champaign Bark District. This “District” is a seven acre dog park which is located at 5001 W. Windsor. The fenced enclosure is a flat and grassy area where dogs can run and socialize leash-free. The dog park has a separate area for small dogs. Water fountains built for humans and canines are supplied. The dog park features a few picnic benches where the human companions can sit, socialize, and maybe snack while watching their pups at play. The city requires a registration and fee before using the dog park. Daily passes are also available. More information is available on the official city website.

Urbana

Urbana adjoins Champaign, and has a dog park located at 1501 E. Perkins. This dog park has 10 fenced acres of ground for dogs to explore off leash. There is a separate enclosure for small dogs. The dog park has a varied terrain with part of it in grass and part in tall prairie grass. Trees dot the inside of the dog park, too, so your dog will have a howlin’ good time exploring. Water is available onsite. Waste receptacles with poop bags are also provided, so leave the park as clean as you found it and use them. A box of tennis balls is supplied by the park, so no pup is left behind! Visitors must register their dog and pay a fee before using this dog park. Check the city website for more details.

South Champaign

South Champaign is close to the regional airport. There are several hotels in this neighborhood that are dog-friendly. Hawthorn Suites located at 101 Trade Center Drive welcomes you and your dog. Hawthorn charges an additional fee of $25 per dog (2 dog maximum) per night. The hotel does not have any weight restrictions for your dogs. If you and your dog need a change of scenery and a stretch, check out Mayfair Park. This little 2-acre park offers a few nice walking paths, which your leashed dog is allowed to explore. A few picnic tables make this the pawfect place to enjoy a picnic with your best bud on a nice day.

Northwest

The Northwest neighborhood of Champaign is home to Dodds Park, located at 1501 N. Mattis Avenue. This large park offers 100 acres dedicated to recreation. The park has numerous places for you and your dog to walk on leash. Picnic tables and pavilions make a picnic lunch or an afternoon barbecue with your pet a fine idea. While you're there, don't forget to explore the Greenbelt Bikeway Trail, which is part of the Rails to Trails Conservancy. You and your dog can explore a short distance, or see how much of the trail you can tackle. Don't forget to bring a leash, because your dog will need to wear one on the trail.

West

The West neighborhood in Champaign is home to Kaufman Lake, a public park managed by the Champaign Park District. This park offers several pawesome activities, including boating, fishing, and picnicking. Dogs can enjoy some on-leash exercise and share a barbecued hotdog or hamburger with their owner afterward. Fishing enthusiasts can spend some time with a companion dog while enjoying the sport. If you're just looking for a quick walk, there are several wooded hiking trails that you and your dog can explore. If barbecuing or picnicking isn't your thing, the nearby Sonic Drive-In will let you eat a hotdog with your pup on the dog-friendly outdoor patio.