Dog walking in Ottawa
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- Dog Walking
- Ottawa, IL
Best dog walkers in Ottawa
Book on demand and scheduled walks with local dog walkers
On-demand, scheduled, and recurring walks
$10
$90
Best dog walkers in Ottawa
Book on demand and scheduled walks with local dog walkers
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Get matched
A top-rated local Caregiver will match with you; or you can choose to browse Caregivers near you.
Follow along
Receive live updates and photos. Track your pup's walk via GPS.
Get a report card
Once your pet is home, view details on how the walk went, complete with a photo!
Why find pet care through Wag!?
Wag! is the nation's fastest-growing network of vetted and background checked pet sitters, overnight boarding, dog walkers, dog trainers, and even virtual vet chat. Schedule ahead for pet care while you are away, or book on-demand pet care during the workday. In minutes you can book a nearby dog sitter, daycare provider, or dog walker, who'll take complete care of your loved one - at their place or yours.
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.
DOC,
Ottawa
Thanks for an awesome job... I appreciate you.. thank you for taking care of Savannah...
Angelica,
Ottawa
Sent good videos and Naga enjoyed spending time with her
Michael,
Ottawa
Dougie was all tuckered out. Sandra did a wonderful job.
Sophie,
Ottawa
Great walker!!
Lauren,
Ottawa
Thank you so much!
Brandon,
Ottawa
Thanks so much and you re a great photographer!
Patricia,
Ottawa
Thank you!
maria,
Ottawa
Thank you! He s a good boy.
Kim,
Ottawa
thank you!
Maria,
Ottawa
Thank you SO MUCH!!! Hope to have you walk Doug again soon!
Why book a dog walker in Ottawa?
Is your pup ready for a stroll around the neighborhood? Find local dog walkers in Ottawa, IL who are background checked and vetted by Wag!. Easily schedule recurring walks ahead of time for days when you're in the office, or book on demand when you're out on the town and can't get home in time to walk your dog. Wag! is here to help you ensure your pup can enjoy the sniffs and sights around your Ottawa, IL neighborhood, even sending you pictures during the walk and notifications when your furry family member does their business.
The best dog friendly neighborhoods in Ottawa
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Ottawa City Center
The City Center neighborhood of Ottawa has a lot to offer for dogs and their two legged owners! This neighborhood is proud home to the scenic Fox River Park. This riverfront park offers boat access, fishing, picnicking, walking trails and plenty of open space for your doggo to run around on. There are also restrooms and a water play area. Just west of this park is the Washington Memorial Park. You and your dog can enjoy the beautiful flowers and fountains in the summer, or the ice sculptures and christmas lights in the winter. Both of these parks welcome leashed dogs as long as they’re picked up after. If you start getting thirsty, The Row House is right around the corner from this park. They feature a dog friendly patio and specialty cocktails!
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Stoneyville
When you and your dog are itching to get outside into some green space, no need to worry, because the neighborhood of Stoneyville has plenty! This neighborhood in the south end of Ottawa is home to Varland Park and Peck Park. Both of these parks have athletic fields and large grassy areas that you and your dog can enjoy as long as they stay leashed and there are no games in play. These clean and secluded parks are family-oriented, and both have restrooms, shelters, and benches available to use. The Peck Park also has concession stands open seasonally, where you can get burgers, chips, tacos, and much more.
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W Norris Dr/ Columbus St
In this neighborhood, you can find a pretty little haven of a park that also has historical meaning. The Lincoln Douglas Park was the location of the Lincoln-Douglas debate in 1858. This park is friendly to leashed dogs, so you and your furry friends can take a look at the monuments while you stroll along the walking path that surrounds the park. The park also features athletic fields, restrooms, seasonal concession stands and a swimming pool. After working up an appetite, check out Culver’s in the same neighborhood! This restaurant has dog friendly outdoor tables, Wisconsin cheese curds, and it’s own signature ButterBurgers.
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Courtney St/ Christie St
Locals and dogs love living in the Courtney Street / Christie Street neighborhood in Ottawa for it’s great parks and greenery! One of the furtastic places to hang and make new dog friends is Allan Park. This park is located along the scenic Illinois River, with great views of the downtown district and the river itself. The park features a riverwalk, docks, boat launches and fishing areas so park visitors can make full use of the river. Other amenities include restrooms, picnic tables, and playgrounds. Just south of here, you can find the Kiwanis Park. The Kiwanis Park is a great place to have a picnic with your pooch, as it has sheltered tables and grills available to use. Both of these parks are dog friendly, as long as he or she stays leashed and is picked up after.
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Ottawa Ave/ Boyce Memorial Dr
In the neighborhood of Ottawa Ave / Boyce Memorial Drive, you can catch the iconic Illinois and Michigan Canal State Trail. This trail is part of the Rails to Trails Conservancy, and covers nearly 80 miles through the counties of Grundy, La Salle and Will with varying landscapes of bluffs, rivers and rolling hills. The majority of the trail in this portion is flat and smooth, and is preserved from a canal towpath. It offers a picturesque and historic path to walk along with your pupper. This is a multi-use trail, so you’ll need to keep your dog leashed and all times, and pick up after him or her.
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