Weekly dog walking income depends on daily walk volume and your rates:
Weekly Income by Schedule (5-day work week)
- Casual (1–2 walks/day): $150–$400/week
- Part-time (3–4 walks/day): $500–$800/week
- Full-time (6–8 walks/day): $900–$1,400/week
- Intensive (10+ walks/day): $1,500–$2,000+/week
Chicago Weekly Earnings Breakdown
At Chicago's average rate of $30 per walk, 5 days per week:
- 3 walks/day: 15 walks × $30 = $450/week
- 5 walks/day: 25 walks × $30 = $750/week
- 8 walks/day: 40 walks × $30 = $1,200/week
- 10 walks/day: 50 walks × $30 = $1,500/week
Weekend Premium Opportunities
Many walkers earn extra on weekends:
- Higher rates on Saturdays/Sundays ($35–$45 vs $25–$35 weekdays)
- Longer 60-minute weekend walks ($50–$60 per walk)
- Weekend-only walkers can earn $300–$500 in 2 days
Maximizing Weekly Income
- Peak hour scheduling: Focus on 7–9am and 4–7pm when demand is highest
- Route optimization: Book clients in the same neighborhood to fit more walks per day
- Recurring weekly clients: Build a base of Monday-Friday regulars for stable income
Ready to build your weekly walking schedule? Sign up with Tails to connect with Chicago clients and start earning this week.