Dog Walking in River North, Chicago

River North presents unique challenges for dog walking — heavy foot traffic, construction zones, busy intersections, and high-rise elevator logistics. Dogs Deserve It has navigated all of it for over 17 years, making us the go-to dog walking service for River North’s condo and apartment residents.

Our River North walkers are specifically experienced with high-rise living. They know the elevator protocols, the doorman procedures, and the fastest routes to green space from every major building in the neighborhood. Ward Park, the Riverwalk, and quieter pockets along the residential blocks north of Chicago Avenue are all part of our regular rotation.

Every walk is GPS-tracked with photos and real-time updates — especially important in a neighborhood where you might be 30 floors up wondering what’s happening at street level.

“Living in a high-rise, we needed a walker who could handle building security, elevators, and busy streets without missing a beat. DDI has been flawless. Our concierge knows them by name at this point.”

— Alex & Kim P., River North

About River North

River North is known for its fast-paced, high-rise living with busy streets that require experienced, confident dog handlers. Key landmarks include Merchandise Mart, the galleries district, Ward Park (Ohio & Kingsbury), and the Riverwalk. Our walkers are deeply familiar with every block and know the best routes for dogs of all sizes and energy levels.

Your Neighborhood walker is James

“I’ve been walking dogs since 2016 because honestly, it’s the best way to hang out with great dogs when you don’t have one of your own. My favorite part is when a pup starts recognizing me and gets excited the second I walk in — tail going, ready to break out of the house and go do something fun. As far as they’re concerned, I’m the person who shows up with walks, attention, treats, and a change of pace. I try to make every visit something they look forward to.”

Our Dog Walking & Pet Care Services

Dogs Deserve It offers a full range of professional pet care services in River North, backed by 17 years of experience, GPS-tracked walks, and W-2 employed walkers with outstanding tenure.

🐕 Daily Dog Walking

15-minute walk — starting at $25/walk (package) or $30 (as-needed)
25-minute walk — starting at $31/walk (package) or $37 (as-needed)
40-minute walk — starting at $39/walk (package) or $47 (as-needed)

All walks include GPS tracking, real-time updates, and walk photos. Package pricing requires 3+ recurring daytime walks per week.

🐶 Puppy Visits

Customizable puppy services for dogs under 6 months — exercise, potty time, feeding, and playtime. 1-hour preferred arrival window. Starting at $26/walk (15 min) or $32/walk (25 min).

🏠 Pet Sitting

Overnight pet sitting — $135/day (up to 3 walks/day on your dog’s schedule)
Hourly pet sitting — $40/hour
Holiday pet sitting — $180/day

🐱 Cat & Critter Care

Cat sitting, rabbit care, fish visits, and plant watering available. Starting at $16/visit.

🚗 Pet Taxi

Transportation to and from vet appointments, groomers, and daycare. One-way $35, round-trip $55/hour.

Contact us to get started →

Why Dogs Deserve It?

✅ 17 years in business — Chicago’s most experienced dog walking service
✅ 400,000+ walks completed
✅ 100+ five-star Google reviews
✅ W-2 employees — not independent contractors. Background checked, insured, and trained.
✅ Outstanding walker tenure — our walkers stay for years, building real relationships with your dog
✅ GPS-tracked every walk with real-time updates and photos
✅ Pet CPR certified — every walker

View all services and pricing →

Serving All Chicago North Side Neighborhoods

Dogs Deserve It proudly serves Lincoln Park, Lakeview, Boystown, Old Town, River North, Wicker Park, Roscoe Village, Lincoln Square, Logan Square, Bucktown, West Town, North Center, and River West.