Crystal Lake, IL

Dog walking in Crystal Lake

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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.

I'm so happy I chose Suzanne as Toby's pet Walker. She's very reliable and sweet to Toby.

Laura M.

Megan was great, timely, and communicative! Would recommend.

Leah L.

Thank you! Happy new year!

meredith H.

Great!

Laura M.

Toby loves seeing Suzanne!

Laura M.

Awesome

Laura M.

Suzanne always does just a great job taking care of my pup she is so reliable and caring!

Mara W.

He loves to roll. Of course then he smells lol. Thanks so much for taking care of him.

Laura M.

My doggy absolutely loves Anastasia. She's so good with my pup

David P.

That's my Toby never played fetch. Just likes when I throw the toy he jumps on it. But I know he needs the snuggles! Thanks for giving them to Toby

Laura M.

Why book dog walker in Crystal Lake

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 Crystal Lake, 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. Crystal Lake, IL has "pawlenty" of parks and neighborhoods that your dog is itching to explore!

The best dog friendly neighborhoods
in Crystal Lake

City Limits

Crystal Lake is home to Hound Town Dog Park located at 852 IL-176. This 3-acre dog park is fenced, so your dog will be safe while he makes some new fur-iends. If you want to use the dog park, you'll have to pay a fee first, so make sure to check the Crystal Lake website for more information. The Hound Town Dog Park is part of a larger public park, Lippold Park. No fee is charged to access the walking paths and picnic sites. Dogs exploring Lippold Park must be on leash. If you're looking to grab some grub after working up an appetite at the park, head over to Crystal Lake Brewing, where your polite dog can dine inside with you.

Woodstock

Less than 10 miles northwest of Crystal Lake is the town of Woodstock. Woodstock is a dog-friendly town, and is home to Bull Valley Dog Park. This dog park is a fenced 7-acre tract of flat green space, with plenty of room for Fido to stretch his legs. The dog park also has a few places for human companions to sit. Few trees are on this tract of ground. Water has yet to be installed at the site, so be sure to bring your own. Waste receptacles for cleanup are readily available. Use of this dog park requires registration with the city, which includes an annual fee, so be sure to check the official city website for more info.

Lake in the Hills

Five miles south of Crystal Lake is the small town of Lake in the Hills. This small town in home to the Lake in the Hills Dog, located at 9027 Haligus Road. It features 10 acres of well-maintained grass that is fenced into three separate enclosures. One enclosure is set aside for timid dogs or dogs getting adjusted to the park. The other two take turns being opened while the other is maintained. The park has plenty of poop bags, waste receptacles, water, agility equipment, and solar lighting at the entrance for extra security. Visitors to the dog park must be registered and pay an annual fee. More information is available on the city’s website.

Lake Villa

Twenty miles northwest of Crystal Lake is the town of Lake Villa. Lake Villa is home to Duck Farm Dog Park, located at 1439 E. Grand Avenue. This huge dog park is managed by the Lake County Forest Preserves. Duck Farm Dog Park has 48 acres of fenced natural ground for your dog to explore, run, and socialize in. This natural setting has trails for humans to walk on alongside their leash-free companions. The park provides water in water fountains designed for both humans and dogs, as well as the necessary waste receptacles and bags. Benches for human companions to rest are scattered inside the park. Registration and a fee are required before using the park, so check the official park website for more information.

McHenry

Less than 10 miles north of Crystal Lake is the small, dog-friendly town McHenry. This small town has a beautiful dog park, the McBark Dog Park, located 2500 N. Richmond Avenue. It has 4 acres of fenced grass for off-leash fun. The park provides water, a few benches for human companions, and some handy poop bags and waste receptacles for that necessary clean up. It is open from sunrise to sunset. The regulars get to know each other here in McHenry--both dog and human. Registration and an annual fee are required. More information is on the city’s website.