Manhattan, IL

Dog walking in Manhattan

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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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.

Thanks so much for walking our sweet Ernie! Thanks also for following the instructions!! We really appreciate it!

Colleen B.

Thank you!

Jazmen P.

Victoria was amazing! Great communication and so good with the dogs. Will definitely book again!

Eli E.

So sorry it took me a while to give a rating and a tip, I've been traveling with her. Thank you so much!!

Ronald W.

Very caring walker and left a great report card! Also follows instructions. Thanks for sending the videos, I loved them!

Cara R. Eickholt E.

Mary was great! This was Breslin s first time being away from us more than just one night, so we knew it would be an adjustment for him! She communicated with us whenever we wanted, shared photos, and made sure she got to know his personality throughout the week! Also loved when she took the time to bring him out and about for longer walks, and pup cups :) Thank you, Mary!

Jenny B.

Mary, thank you for taking the time to drop in on Ralo. And for sending me an update on how it went today.

Yolanda V.

AMAZING! I came home to a very happy cat

Katie C.

AMAZING I can tell Steve is so happy

Katie C.

Victoria built trust with my pup and gave me detailed information throughout her visit. 10/10

Phillip B.

Why book dog walker in Manhattan

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

The best dog friendly neighborhoods
in Manhattan

Wauponsee Trail

If you and Fido are looking for a great spot to hike and explore, check out the Wauponsee Glacial Trail. This dogtastic trail is 22.3-miles long with a mixture of asphalt and crushed stone to walk on. The trail is popular among bikers, so make sure to watch your dog while exploring. The trail also has a restroom along it and some water fountains, so if you forget your water then you won’t have to worry. The trail does not have a lot of shade, so be ware that you and Fido can get a little hot.

Manhattan

The Manhattan neighborhood is home to the Manhattan Park District, a great place to take Fido for a fun day out at the park. The park offers tons of amenities like a playground, splash pad, a covered pavilion with picnic tables, and a wide-open grass field. Be aware that the park is home to a lot of local events and youth programs, so be sure to check the schedule if your pup is nervous around crowds. Although the park is covered with tons of trees, make sure to bring water for Fido and some clean-up bags as well. If the Manhattan Park District is too busy for your liking, then take a walk over to Central Park. It’s smaller then Manhattan Park District, but still offers a great walking path and grass for your dog to roll on.

Wilton

The Laughton Preserve is a pawsome 430-acre park that is perfect to explore with your furry friend. The park offers amenities like geocaching, wildlife viewing, a covered pavilion with picnic tables, and fishing. The Forked Creek runs through the Laughton Preserve and is a perfect spot to let Fido splash around and get some water. Take advantage of the picnic area and bring some tasty munchies to share with Fido while you adventure through this park. The park is surrounded by big beautiful trees that will help keep your dog shaded. Make sure to keep Fido on a leash while you are visiting the park, and don’t forget your clean-up bags.

Rockdale

Joliet is only nine miles out from Manhattan and home to the Illinois and Michigan Canal NHC Multi-use Trail. This amazing trail is 79.5-miles long and a mixture of asphalt, crushed stone, grass, and gravel to walk across. The trail will take you along the waterway of the Illinois river, and at every mile marker there will be a cool educational sign to peruse. The trail is used for many different activities, including biking, fishing, snowmobiling, and cross-country skiing. Depending on how far you walk, the trail can take you through other nearby towns like Romeoville or Lemont.

Prairie/ Ridge

Seven miles out of Manhattan is the town of New Lenox which offers a great hiking trail for you and Fido to enjoy. The Old Plank Road Trail is a pawsome 21.8-miles long path with an asphalt surface to walk on. The trail will take you from this neighborhood through the Chicago Heights neighborhood in New Lenox, which is conveniently close to coffee shops. If you're a fan of history you will love this trail, since it takes you along the same path that the American Indians used. Be sure to bring water for your pup to stay hydrated and some clean-up bags while you explore this fun trail with your pup.