Chicago's premier professional dog walkers and pet sitters
Looking for reliable, premium dog walking and pet care across the greater Chicago area? Since 2016, Sparky Steps has been the North Side's trusted choice for consistent, loving care. Your pet gets the same trusted walkers every visit, with the attention and dependable routine they deserve.
Personalized, premium care for Chicago pets
We are so much more than dog walkers. We are your pet's best friend while you are away. Every Chicago dog walking and pet sitting visit includes:
Undivided attention, enriching play, and plenty of affection, matched to your pet's energy.
We follow your schedule to the letter, so your pet stays nourished, hydrated, and happy.
For pets with health needs, our trained team gives safe, calm, on-time medication support.
Our passion for Chicagoland pets
We are dedicated Chicago dog walkers who put safety, love, professionalism, and timeliness first. Sparky Steps was founded in 2016 with a dual mission: to spend our days caring for your pets, and to inspire our community to volunteer and adopt local shelter animals.
We are named after our founder's rescue dog, Sparky, to honor his legacy. He brought so much joy into our lives that we built our careers around animal welfare. Whether we are bundled up through a Midwest winter or out on a sunny lakefront stroll, we care for Chicago's pets with the same love we gave to Sparky. Cheers bud, we miss you. ❤️
Free Meet & Greet: let's make sure we're a perfect fit
Choosing pet care is a big decision, so we offer a 100% free Meet & Greet. Think of it as a mutual interview: it matters that you feel comfortable with us, and it helps us learn your pet's unique needs. To build trust and consistency, your pet is assigned a dedicated primary walker, with fully trained backup walkers and our management team always on standby. Your pet's care never skips a beat.
Book your free Meet & GreetDog walking FAQs
How much does a dog walker cost in Chicago?
Weekday visits from 9 AM to 5 PM run $17 to $37 depending on length (10, 15, 30, 45, or 60 minutes). Add-ons apply for extra pets, weekends, early or late visits, same-day requests, and holidays. Use the estimator above to build your own quote.
Which Chicago neighborhoods do you serve?
We walk dogs across the North Side, including Albany Park, Ravenswood, Edgewater, Andersonville, Uptown, Avondale, Irving Park, North Center, North Park, and Roscoe Village. We also offer cat sitting citywide. Not sure if we reach you? Use the neighborhood checker above.
Will my dog have the same walker every time?
Yes. Your pet gets a dedicated primary walker, plus fully trained backup walkers and a management team on standby, so it is always the same trusted walkers your pet already knows.
How do I get started?
Start with a free Meet & Greet so we can learn your pet's routine. After that, you book and manage everything through the DoTimely app.
Are you licensed, bonded, and insured?
Yes. Sparky Steps is licensed, bonded, and insured, and most of our team holds Cat and Dog First Aid certification from the American Red Cross. We are also members of Pet Sitters International and NAPPS.
How will I know how my pet's visit went?
Every visit runs through DoTimely. You get photos, a note on potty breaks and mood, a live GPS route, and a confirmation email after each visit.
