Find your dog's
walker or sitter —
instantly
Mark T.
Lincoln ParkWhy this match Runs 50+ Goldens tired every week.
“Max finally comes home tired and happy.” — Tom R.
Maria L.
Wicker ParkWhy this match Gentle pace for 30+ senior dogs — never rushes.
“My 12-year-old Lab loved her.” — Jennifer K.
Maddie M.
Logan SquareWhy this match Earns shy dogs’ trust — calm, predictable, patient.
“Maddie gave Luna space and let her come around.” — Lisa M.
Free to match. No subscription required.
Tails learns your dog’s energy, quirks, and temperament — then shows you caregivers who fit, and exactly why.
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What makes them right for your dog?
Your dog’s profile does the picking — every trait narrows the field to the few who genuinely fit.
Two minutes to build your dog’s profile. The shortlist is free.
You'll know where they walked.
What they ate. When they pooped.
Meet first, track walks, and get care reports.
Meet before you book
See how your dog responds. Book only when you're sure.
Track your walks
You've walked
42 times in February!
Every walk, verified
GPS route, exact distance, and a report when they're done. No guessing.
Know what happened
Photos and a full care timeline after every visit.
Background checks are just the start.
We interview every provider to verify hands-on care skills
Real In-Person Interviews vs. Simple Background Checks
Verified Pet Care Skills vs. Unproven Claims
Backup Coverage vs. Being Left to Scramble
Free Meet-Up vs. Booking Sight Unseen
From download to first walk — in 48 hours.
No endless scrolling. No awkward cold messages. Just a match, a meet, and a booking.
Tell us about your dog
Breed, energy level, temperament, special needs — the stuff that actually matters for finding the right fit.
See your matches and why
We show you providers matched to your dog's specific needs — with the reasons behind each match.
Book a free meet & greet
Watch your dog meet their caregiver in person. Only pay when you're ready to book.
What does your dog need?
Boarding
Cozy overnight care with photo updates. Your pet gets belly rubs, treats, and lots of love!
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Walking
Energizing walks tailored to your dog's needs. From quick breaks to adventure trails!
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Day Care
Supervised play and socialization while you're away. Fun, exercise, and plenty of attention!
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What a good boy! Here's a yummy treat for you!
Cozy overnight care with photo updates. Your pet gets belly rubs, treats, and lots of love!
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Choosing between Rover, Wag, Care.com, and Tails?
Use our best dog walking apps guide to compare fees, vetting, safety, dog sitting, recurring walks, and when a Chicago-specific match is better than browsing a large marketplace.
The
Right Caregiver
For Your Dog's Unique Needs
Download Tails to connect with vetted, background-checked pet care providers in your neighborhood.
Caregivers matched to your dog's energy level, age, and needs
GPS tracking and real-time updates during every service
Simple scheduling for walks, boarding, and daycare
Frequently asked questions
Couldn't find what you were looking for? We're here to help! Send us an email and we'll get back to you quickly.
Send EmailOur invite-only approach lets us find the best-of-the-best through word of mouth. Then, we personally interview every provider over coffee, verify their experience with specific pet behaviors like separation anxiety. We don't believe that passing a basic background checks is enough to qualify caring for our pets... or yours.
Three key differences: 1) We personally meet and test every provider (most platforms don't), 2) We match based on your pet's specific needs rather than making you scroll through hundreds of profiles, and 3) We offer free meet & greets so you can see how your pet responds before booking.
We create a profile that outlines specific traits about your dog's personality and care needs, then match them with providers who have proven experience with those exact traits. This eliminates the frustration of endless scrolling and ensures providers know how to handle your pet's specific quirks.
That's exactly why we offer free meet & greets with no obligation! If your pet doesn't seem comfortable, we'll match you with a different provider at no cost. We'd rather find the perfect match than force a booking that doesn't work for your pet.
Our providers send real-time photo updates during the visit, tracking of walks, detailed notes about your pet's mood, behavior, eating, bathroom breaks, and any special moments. Reports are delivered instantly so you always know how your pet is doing.
Tails only charges Providers 10% vs. industry norms of 20%-40%. This means providers on Tails earn more than on other platforms. You set your own rates, create your own schedule, and build a loyal client base that stays with you. Top providers can earn $800-1,500 weekly with consistent bookings.
Booking insurance is coming soon. We can also help pet parents buy pet care insurance and pet care providers buy pet sitter insurance.
Couldn't find what you were looking for? We're here to help! Send us an email and we'll get back to you quickly.
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