West Chicago, IL

Dog walking in West Chicago

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.

knowledgeable and great with my dog!

alexis P.

Thank you! I will schedule separate times in the future. Appreciate the feedback

Crystal S.

Thanks so much. Our son must have forgot to lock her up before he left for work

brian K.

Joanna was a lifesaver! Our Thanksgiving plans changed and we weren t going to be home for a while, but she saved the day and took Teddy for a quick walk and some attention! Thank you!!!

Tim A.

Ella took great care of our dog! We appreciated that she was so communicative!

Alex C.

Thank you for the updates and taking care of my babies!

Reina A.

He definitely missed you!!

Kristin N.

Fitz loved Joanna. She was on time and did a great job!

Mardi O.

Thank you so much for taking care of his craziness I know he gets a little obsessive when it comes to squirrels but we really appreciate your help. You did an amazing job at communicating and helping us have someone to trust while we were away. Thank you!

Esze G.

Kelly was very communicative and continued to keep me in the loop every step of the way. She treated my dog like he was her own and I can tell he loved it! I was in a different country so being this far away and being able to trust her is such a gift as a dog mom. Thanks Kelly!

Esze G.

Why book dog walker in West Chicago

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

The best dog friendly neighborhoods
in West Chicago

East Branch Forest Preserve

The East Branch Forest Preserve provides a furrific escape for city dogs, just 10 miles east of West Chicago. This 521-acre nature preserve provides many pawportunities for owners and pets to relax and enjoy some off-leash recreation time. The park features a 60-acre off-leash area and has a separate swimming area just for pups. A permit must be obtained from the Forest Preserve District for your pet to participate in the leash-free fun (so be sure to pick one up ahead of time!). Your buddy will love experiencing all the sights and smells on the picturesque trails that traverse this natural wetland. The preserve is home to many rare and threatened species of wildlife -- so don’t forget to bring your camera!

Wenmoth Acres

Wenmoth Acres is home to Batavia Park, a great dog-inclusive community park ruff-ly 10 miles from West Chicago. Batavia Park features a fully-fenced, 3-acre off-leash area that is free to owners and has no permit requirements. The bark park provides a great open space for pups to zoom about, and has plenty of guests so your pal never has to play alone. There are plenty of trees to keep the park cool during the hot Illinois summers, as well as a pavilion and benches for owners to relax on. After a long game of fetch, break out the picnic basket and enjoy a nice meal for two at one of the park’s picnic shelters.

Springbrook Prairie Forrest

Is your pup looking for more outdoor adventures? Springbrook Prairie Forest is a hit with any nature-loving hound. This 1,832-acre conservation area is an important local habitat for grassland fowl, and is home to several rare species of birds. Your pup can romp until his heart is content in the off-leash area near the 83^rd Street trailhead. However, only pups with permits can participate in the off-leash shenanigans. Don’t you fret, though! Daily and annual permits can be easily obtained through Visitor Services. In all other areas, pets must be under their owner’s voice control and remain on a leash no longer than 10 feet. Your beloved mutt will have a blast yapping at all the feathered residents and whizzing around the off-leash area with his new friends!

Whalon Lake

Whalon Lake Dog Park is an excellent place for local canines of any stature. This park boasts an 8-acre main area, as well as a 2.5-acre expanse for pups 30 lbs. and under. Furry visitors are required to have a permit through the Forest Preserve. Your pup will love blazing the many multi-purpose trails here, which provide beautiful lake views for the park’s many two- and four-legged guests. The park also features access to a stunning 80-acre lake, which is a favorite for boating and fishing. Canines and their human companions can even enjoy a lakeside lunch at one of the park’s several picnic shelters. With all these dog-friendly amenities, your pup will never want to leave!

Green Valley Forest Preserve

The Green Valley Forrest in Naperville is a secluded, yet local getaway perfect for shyer pups. There is an impressive off-leash area, as well as over 12 miles of scenic trails to explore with your companion. This area is extremely bio-diverse and is home to over 540 species of plants and 370 native species of animals. The park requires a yearly fee of $75 from guests, which helps to cover the park’s expenses and helps to keep the preserve well-maintained. The annual fee also ensures that the park is never crowded, so you and your pup can have some quality leisure time. The service fee is a small price to pay once you see all this park has to offer!