Monthly dog walking costs vary widely based on frequency, but here's what Chicago pet owners typically pay:
Chicago Monthly Dog Walking Costs:
- 3 walks/week (12/month): $300–$420 ($25–$35 per walk)
- 5 walks/week (20/month): $500–$700 ($25–$35 per walk)
- Daily walks (20–22/month): $500–$700 with monthly discount
- Daily weekdays only (20/month): $475–$600 with bulk discount
Monthly Commitment Benefits:
Many Chicago dog walkers offer 5–15% discounts for monthly commitments because they value schedule stability. A walker charging $30/walk might offer:
- Pay-per-walk: $30/walk
- Weekly package (4 walks): $27/walk ($108/week)
- Monthly package (20 walks): $25.50/walk ($510/month) — 15% savings
Additional Cost Factors:
- Holidays: Expect 1.5x rates for walks on major holidays
- Cancellation policy: Some walkers charge 50–100% for same-day cancellations
- Multiple dogs: Add $100–$200/month for second dog on same schedule
Use Tails to find Chicago dog walkers and negotiate monthly packages directly—your walker keeps 90% of their rate (Tails charges providers 10%, and you pay a separate 5% booking fee). On Rover, providers lose 20% and you pay an extra 11%; on Wag, providers lose ~40%. See our complete rate guide for more budgeting tips.