What We Do

Neighborhood Dog Walking & Pet Sitting

Liz, an Out-U-Go! sitter, sharing a happy moment with a pup

Whether you’re out at work, working from home or traveling, we’ll visit your dog to share some love, break up long days and give them the outside time and attention they need. The Out-U-Go! team is here with dog walking, dog sitting, house sitting and cat sitting in Chicago, the Chicago suburbs, Denver, Boulder and Madison, so you don’t need to worry.

What does your furry family member need?

Included With Every Visit

Outside timePotty breaksExerciseLove and attentionBelly rubsCookies, when allowedFeeding, when neededA report card text

Why Pet Parents Choose Out-U-Go!

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Local walkers and sittersMembers of your neighborhood team, not strangers from an app.
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Photo, GPS map and noteA text after every visit, so you always know what happened on your pup’s visit.
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Dog Walk University trainingDog Walk U., as we like to call it, is our very own program, shaped by more than 30 years of caring for dogs.
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Bonded and insuredInsured well above industry standards.
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Here for you 365 days a yearRain, snow, heat or holidays. We always have a full team ready, so we’ll never cancel on you last minute.
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Employees, not contractorsEvery walker and sitter is a background-checked Out-U-Go! team member, never an independent contractor.

And yes, belly rubs are always included and always free.

Find the Right Fit

Walks and sitting all come from the same local team, so itโ€™s easy to mix and match. Many pet parents start with Weekly Walks and add vacation care when they travel.

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Weekly WalksAdd-On WalksDog SittingHouse SittingCat Sitting
What it isRegular midday walks on a set weekly scheduleWalks scheduled as you need themDrop-in visits at home while you travelA sitter stays overnight in your homeDrop-in visits for cats and small critters
Best forPups who thrive on routine, and puppiesChanging schedules, or one or two walks a weekPups who are happiest at home during tripsLonger trips and pups who donโ€™t like being aloneCats, bunnies and other small pets while youโ€™re away
How often3 or more walks a week, same days and timeWhenever you schedule them3 to 4 visits a dayEvery night youโ€™re away1 to 2 visits a day
Who visitsA familiar walker who knows your pupWalkers from your local team, consistent whenever possibleSitters from the team that already knows your dogA sitter from your local team who gets to know your dog before your tripSitters from your local team
Visit length20 to 60 minutes20 to 60 minutes25 to 60 minutesOvernight25 to 60 minutes
PriceFrom $24 a walkFrom $29 a walkFrom $35 a visitFrom $149 a nightFrom $35 a visit
WhereEvery neighborhoodEvery neighborhoodEvery neighborhood*Every neighborhood*Select neighborhoods**

Rates vary by neighborhood. Midday walks are 10am to 4pm, Monday to Friday; early morning, evening and weekend walks are billed at After Hours rates (from $35). Additional pets are $5 per visit. *In some areas, vacation care is reserved for pet parents with a regular dog walking schedule. **Cat sitting is offered by our South Loop, Downers Grove, Naperville and Madison teams.

Robin, an Out-U-Go! dog walker, with a golden retriever on a weekly walk
Robin, North Shore walker
Pet parent favorite

Weekly Dog Walking

Three or more midday walks a week, on the same days and at about the same time, with a dog walker who gets to know your pup. Itโ€™s the routine dogs love, at our best per-walk rate.

Whatโ€™s included

Midday walks, 10am to 4pm, Monday to Friday
A familiar walker and a set time window
Fresh water and cookies, when allowed
Paw wipes, boots or a coat on request
Photo, GPS map and personal note after every walk

Good to know

Only need one or two walks a week? Those are billed at the Add-On rate.
For puppies under 6 months old, we recommend Weekly Walks
Choose 25, 35, 45 or 60 minute walks (20, 30, 40 or 60 minutes in Oak Park)
From $24 to $26 a walkDepending on your neighborhood and walk lengthMore about Weekly Walks →
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Marc, an Out-U-Go! Chicago sitter, with a bulldog on an add-on walk
Marc, Chicago sitter
Flexible walks

Add-On Dog Walks

For pet parents whose schedules change week to week, like working from home some days and in the office others. Dinner plans, a long meeting, a late train or just one of those weeks? Schedule a walk when you need it, and someone from your local team will be there.

Whatโ€™s included

Weekday midday walks between 10am-4pm, scheduled as needed
Photo, GPS map and personal note after every walk
Walkers from your local team, consistent whenever possible

Good to know

Add-On walks can be scheduled until 8am the same day
Early morning, evening and weekend walks are available at After Hours rates
From $29 a walkAfter Hours walks from $35More about Add-On Walks →
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Jamie, an Out-U-Go! pet sitter, with a dog
Jamie, Out-U-Go! sitter
Vacation care

Dog Sitting & House Sitting

When you’re away, your pup stays home, comfy in their own bed and eating from their own bowls at their usual times. An Out-U-Go! dog sitter visits to spend quality time with them, serve meals, take them on walks and handle everything else. Choose drop-in dog sitting visits, or an overnight house sitter.

Whatโ€™s included

Dog sitting: 3 to 4 visits a day with meals, walks, fresh water and belly rubs, plus house care like bringing in the mail, watering plants and anything else your home needs
House sitting: a dedicated sitter, who youโ€™ll get to know beforehand, stays overnight in your home with your furry family and takes care of feeding, walks and everything else. It’s like a staycation for your furry family!
Photo updates while youโ€™re away

Good to know

The best vacation care starts with regular walks, because our team already knows your dogโ€™s personality, routine and health
Availability varies by area; some teams reserve vacation care for pet parents with a regular dog walking schedule
New to Out-U-Go!? Reach out about 4 weeks before your trip
Dog sitting from $35 a visitHouse sitting from $149 a nightMore about dog sitting →
More about house sitting →
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Lindsay, Top Dog of Out-U-Go! South Loop and Naperville, with two cats
Lindsay, South Loop & Naperville Top Dog
Kitty care

Cat Sitting

Cats like being in their own home, with their own space and their own routine. Our sitters stop by to serve meals, scoop the litter box, refresh water and give as much (or as little) attention as your cat prefers.

Whatโ€™s included

Meals and fresh water
Litter box scooping
Mail pickup while youโ€™re away
A photo update after every visit

Good to know

Offered by our South Loop, Downers Grove, Naperville and Madison teams
We care for bunnies, birds and other small critters too
From $35 a visitDepending on your neighborhood and visit lengthMore about cat sitting →
More about critter care →
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How It Works

From first hello to first visit in four simple steps.

1Check availabilityTell us about your pet and the care you need. Youโ€™ll see the rates for your address right away.
2Meet your local teamA quick virtual meet & greet to go over your petโ€™s routine, home access and the schedule that fits.
3Get matchedWe pair your pet with walkers and sitters who fit their personality.
4Visits beginRelax and watch for photos, a GPS map and a note after every visit.
Getting inMost pet parents use a lockbox or a smart lock. Weโ€™ll set it up together.
HoursWalkers and sitters are out from 7am to 9pm. Our office team is here 9am to 5pm.
Rain, snow or sunWe walk 365 days a year and adjust every visit for ice, heat and storms.

Check availability on your street

Enter your address below to see if our neighborhood team covers your street. You’ll see your local rates right away.

Walks from $24Takes about a minuteNo commitment
Out-U-Go! sitter Liz with her dog Luna
Liz & LunaForever BFFs

โ€œI love getting the message from them at the completion of the visit along with a picture and a map tracing of the walk.โ€Karen F., Dannyโ€™s pet parent

  • More than 30 years caring for pets
  • Bonded & insured
  • Dog Walk University trained
  • Photos & a text after every visit

Whatโ€™s Offered in Your Neighborhood

Each neighborhood has its own local team. Hereโ€™s what each team offers. Tap your area to meet the team and see the towns it covers.

NeighborhoodWeekly & Add-On WalksDog SittingHouse SittingKitty CareWalks from
Chicago North & West SideLincoln Park, Lakeview, Wicker Park, Logan Square and more✓✓✓Not offered$26
South Loop & Hyde ParkSouth Loop, Pilsen, Bridgeport, Hyde Park and more✓✓✓✓$25
Oak Park & River ForestOak Park, River Forest, Forest Park, Elmwood Park✓✓✓Not offered$26
Evanston & North ShoreEvanston, Skokie, Wilmette, Kenilworth, Winnetka✓✓✓Not offered$26
Downers Grove & HinsdaleDowners Grove, Hinsdale, Westmont, Lombard and more✓✓✓✓$25
NapervilleNaperville, Aurora, Wheaton, Glen Ellyn, Lisle✓✓✓✓$25
DenverDenver, Lakewood, Littleton, Centennial and more✓✓✓Not offered$25
BoulderAll of Boulder✓✓✓Not offered$25
MadisonMadison, Middleton, Fitchburg, Sun Prairie and more✓✓✓✓$24

Donโ€™t see your town? See every town we serve, or check availability for your address.

Questions? Weโ€™ve Got Answers

Whatโ€™s the difference between Weekly Walks and Add-On Walks?

Weekly Walks are three or more midday walks a week on a regular schedule, with a familiar walker and our best per-walk rate. Add-On Walks are scheduled as needed and billed per visit. One or two regular walks a week are billed at the Add-On rate.

How much does dog walking cost?

Each neighborhood sets its own rates. Weekly midday walks start at $24 to $26 per walk, and Add-On walks start at $29. Walk length, time of day and how often your dog walks all affect your rate. Check availability to see the exact rates for your address, or see how our rates work.

Can I schedule just one or two walks a week?

Yes. Weโ€™re happy to set up one or two regular walks a week. Theyโ€™re billed at the Add-On rate for your area.

Do you offer early morning, evening and weekend walks?

Yes. Walkers are out from 7am to 9pm, 365 days a year. Walks outside the 10am to 4pm weekday window are billed at After Hours rates, starting at $35.

Whatโ€™s the difference between dog sitting and house sitting?

Dog sitting is drop-in visits at your home while you travel, with walks, meals and fresh water. House sitting means a sitter stays overnight in your home and takes care of everything. Many pet parents combine both.

Can I get vacation care if I donโ€™t use your dog walking?

It depends on your area. Some teams offer vacation care to everyone, and others reserve it for pet parents with a regular dog walking schedule. If youโ€™re new to Out-U-Go!, reach out about four weeks before your trip so we have time to get to know your pup.

Do you offer cat sitting?

Yes, our South Loop, Downers Grove, Naperville and Madison teams offer cat sitting. Our Chicago, Oak Park, North Shore, Denver and Boulder teams donโ€™t currently offer standalone cat sitting.

Do you walk puppies?

Yes! Puppies need frequent potty breaks and a steady routine, so we recommend Weekly Walks for puppies under 6 months.

How do I get started?

Fill out the quick Check Availability form. Youโ€™ll see the rates for your address, and your local team will set up a quick virtual meet & greet to go over your petโ€™s routine, home access and schedule.

Is Out-U-Go! bonded and insured?

Yes. Weโ€™re bonded and insured well above industry standards, and every walker graduates from Dog Walk University, our own training program.

Give your pup something to look forward to

Tell us about your pet and weโ€™ll see which local walkers and sitters are free near you.

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