Business Details
18 Years
experience
Professional Dog Walking & Boarding Services Chicago
Founded in 2008, Super Dog Walking has established itself as a trusted provider of premium pet care services in Chicago. Our commitment to safety, reliability, and compassionate care stems from personal experience addressing gaps in traditional pet care models. Operating from a private home in Old Irving Park, we maintain strict quality control by employing only W-2 staff who undergo rigorous training, background checks, and insurance verification.This structured approach ensures every dog receives individualized attention in a secure, home-like environment while giving pet owners peace of mind through consistent communication and transparent policies.
Services
Dog Walking
Daycare
Boarding
Pet Sitting
Medication Administration
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We employ only W-2 staff with background checks and insurance coverage
- Home-based care limits dog numbers for personalized attention
- Comprehensive training program for all employees
- Transparent 'leave no trace' policy for client homes
- Established incident reporting system for quality control
Associations and certifications
- Pet Sitters Associates
What people say
Excellent care
Trustworthy team
Loves the dogs
Flexible scheduling
Gentle handlers
Services
Dog Walking
Our professional dog walking service ensures pets receive regular exercise and bathroom breaks during work hours. Walks include personalized attention, weather protection, and strict safety protocols using traditional leashes. Clients can schedule weekday walks between 9 AM-4 PM with optional after-hours service available for additional fees.
Dog Daycare
Daycare provides social interaction and supervised play in a home environment with secure outdoor access. Services include transportation, meal assistance, and temperament-matched group activities while maintaining limited capacity for individualized care. Holiday and weekend options available with advance notice.
Boarding
Overnight boarding offers two options: in-home care with Dana or 24/7 pet sitting at client residences. Includes multiple walks, feeding, medication administration (oral only), and personalized attention. Requires temperament evaluation and trial stays for new clients to ensure compatibility with existing animal residents.
Pet Sitting
Our pet sitting service maintains household routines through scheduled visits for feeding, medication administration, and companionship. Available for multiple daily visits or overnight stays, with special attention to cats and other small animals. Includes mail collection and basic home security checks during visits.
Special Needs Care
We accommodate pets with specific requirements including shy animals, post-surgery recovery, and medication needs. Staff receive specialized training for handling anxious pets while implementing customized care plans. Services include gradual socialization techniques and detailed progress reporting for owners.
People
Dana Palmer
Owner
Founder with social work background and 15+ years pet care experience. Manages daily operations and specializes in working with shy or nervous dogs while maintaining quality control standards.
Wade Payne
Assistant Manager
Dog care specialist with decade of Chicago experience. Oversees walking crew operations since 2014 while providing training support and handling high-energy dogs with professional expertise.
Questions
Are your staff members properly vetted?
All employees undergo background checks, training, and insurance verification before client assignments.
What happens during bad weather?
We follow 'leave no trace' policy and dry pets after walks using provided towels.
Can I request specific service times?
We accommodate 2-hour time windows during business hours with flexibility for special needs.
How do you handle medication?
We administer oral medications with clear instructions but cannot give injections at this time.
What if my dog doesn't socialize well?
We evaluate temperaments and may offer trial stays or alternative care arrangements when needed.
