Sparky Steps – Chicago’s Trusted Dog Walking & Pet Care Community
🐶 Since 2016, Sparky Steps has been more than just a pet care service — we’re a community built on Compassionate Care, Reliability, and Trust. Whether you need daily dog walks, cat sitting, or care for your small animals, we treat every pet like family and every client like a friend.
Our mission is to make pet care personal, reliable, and joyful. Our walkers are trained, licensed, insured, and focused on building real relationships with pets and their humans. We believe in fair pay for our walkers, positive reinforcement for pets, and creating a network of care that supports everyone involved.
What We Offer & Where We Work
At Sparky Steps, we provide personalized pet care across Chicago, tailored to your pet’s needs and your schedule. Pricing starts at only $17 per visit.
🐾 Dog Walking – Daily walks, puppy visits, and tailored exercise to keep your dog happy and healthy.
🐱 Cat Sitting – Feeding, playtime, litter changes, and cuddles for your feline friend.
🦜 Small Animal Care – From birds and rabbits to reptiles and hamsters, we give every pet the attention they deserve. Pricing varies by species and care needs.
📍 Where We Work – We proudly serve pets in:
Albany Park, Edgewater, Uptown, Lakeview, North Center, Avondale, Irving Park, North Park, Andersonville, Ravenswood, and Roscoe Village.
Whether it’s a quick check-in, a long walk, or specialized care, we make sure every visit leaves tails wagging and hearts happy.
Why Choose Sparky Steps – And How It Works
At Sparky Steps, we believe pet care should be personal, safe, and stress-free — for both you and your pet. That’s why we pair you with the same friendly walker every time, so your pet builds a trusting bond.
We keep you in the loop with real-time updates through our DoTimely app, including photos, notes, and optional GPS tracking. And with our licensed, bonded, and insured team, you can relax knowing your pet is in safe, caring hands.
Here’s how we make it happen:
- Free Meet & Greet - We visit you and your pet to learn routines, needs, and personality.
- Book Your Visits - Schedule walks or visits that fit your lifestyle.
- Stay Connected - Get instant updates after each visit — it’s like you were there too.
With our community-first approach, we’re here to support pet owners and our walkers alike, making sure every tail wags and every paw is happy.
Pawsitively Awesome Reviews!
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "I've been using Sparky Steps since June, and I can't say enough. They are reliable, safe, great with my dog and my bird, and most importantly, communicative." - Amanda
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Sparky steps is unique because they have the most competitive prices in Chicago. They also have a pet-sitter option with three visits in a day versus an over-night stay which I like. I have used them on multiple trips out of state and have never had an issue." - Benjamin
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Do you need a dog walker? Then your dog wants Sparky Steps. Reliable, responsive, and most of all responsible. When inviting anyone to watch after the furry members of your family, you want a dog walker who embodies all three and Sparky Steps does just that. Maaya has been adopted into the pack by our pups and we're lucky she accepts their antics with grace." - Grant
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "They are very thorough & responsive, providing several photos and details with each visit. A truly lovely couple with a reliable business." -Leigh
Join Our Walker Community
We’re always looking for passionate, reliable pet lovers to join our team and help us bring joy to pets all over Chicago.
As a Sparky Steps Walker, you’ll earn 80% of each visit — that’s $21.60 for a 30-minute walk and $17.60 for a 15-minute walk.
We offer:
Fair pay – You keep most of what the client pays.
Flexible schedules – Work as much or as little as you’d like.
Local routes – Walk in neighborhoods you already know and love.
Community support – We’re here to help you build your route and your skills.
No micromanaging – We trust you to deliver great care.
Whether you’re looking for a side hustle, a part-time gig, or a way to stay active while doing something you love, Sparky Steps offers the perfect blend of freedom, income, and purpose.
We’ll start slow, then grow your route over time as we bring in more clients.
🐾 Love pets? Love the outdoors? Let’s make it official — apply today and start walking!
Check out our Latest Blog Posts
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