Lake Forest, IL

Dog walking in Lake Forest

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.

Great communication and did a great job with our girls!

Chad F.

Great service with detailed updates and pictures. Would highly recommend and will use again!

Michele P.

Lisa is a great dog walker! She is always early and makes sure my dog does his business. I would always recommend her to any dog owner.

Jungsuh K.

Thank you Claire

scott B.

Claire did a great job with Bandit. Thank you.

scott B.

Alexis is great.

scott B.

Jennifer was great. She was on time, responsive and pleasant. Will definitely use again

scott B.

Thank you so much for helping me out last minute!

Kathryn M.

Thank you. He s really a sweet and gentle dog. I appreciate you coming by on short notice.

scott B.

Danielle is great

Alex H.

Why book dog walker in Lake Forest

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

The best dog friendly neighborhoods
in Lake Forest

West Lake Forest

West Lake Forest is a largely residential area with single-family homes, some apartment buildings, and a small commercial district. The neighborhood has tree-lined streets with sidewalks where you and your fur baby can get some exercise. When you want to treat Fido to a little off-leash playtime with other pups, take him to Prairie Wolf Dog Park off Waukegan Road. This 44-acre fenced facility offers trails, open field, and pond access. To use the park, you need to purchase a day pass or an annual permit for the Lake Forest dog runs. Bring waste bags and clean up after your pooch.

Kennedy

The neighborhood of Kennedy has single-family homes and a church. There are quiet, wooded lanes here where you and your special pal can take a stroll together. When you want to enjoy some fresh air and green space, take your furry friend to Meadowood Park. This seven-acre facility has an open field where you and Fido can play some ball or frisbee together. Stroll along the North Branch of the Chicago River with your special pal. Dogs can join you as long as they're on a leash no longer than 16 feet. Remember to bring water and waste bags with you when you visit.

Lake Forest

The Lake Forest community includes streets with single-family homes, a golf course, and a few parks. You'll find some quiet, wooded blocks here where you and Fido can go for a daily stroll together. If you're looking for a place to go hiking or jogging, check out the Robert McClory Bike Path. This mixed-use trail stretches for about 25 miles through Lake County. Dogs are allowed to accompany you on this pawesome pathway as long as you keep them on a leash and under control. Bring water and waste bags so that you can clean up your furry friend's waste.

Meadowood

Meadowood is a small residential development with private residences on wooded lots. You can take a peaceful walk around the block with your canine companion in this neighborhood. When you want to get some fresh air and exercise with your furry pal, head to the Middlefork Savanna. This 687 acre property includes a four mile pathway of crushed stone that wanders through wetlands, prairie, and savanna. Enjoy a walk or jog with fido in this outdoor paradise. Dogs are permitted on the gravel trail as long as they're restrained on a leash. Be sure to bring water and waste bags with you.

Lake Forest-East

Lake Forest-East is a residential neighborhood with a few schools and single-family homes. You and Spot can take a walk along the sidewalk here. There's a pawtastic preserve in the area that's a great place to go exploring with your fur baby. Head to the Skokie River Nature Preserve. Hike along the 4.2 miles of natural trail that go through woodlands, savanna, prairie, and meadows. You'll need to become a registered member of the Lake Forest Open Lands to have dog walking privileges here. Your pooch needs to be healthy and up-to-date on vaccinations. Make sure you clean up your pup's waste.