Green Paws Chicago LLC

Dog Walking, Animal & House Sitting, Animal Boarding Kennels,

About us

Green Paws Chicago has been providing top-notch, eco-friendly, quality care to pets of all kinds across the city of Chicago. We aim to provide every animal the love and care they deserve while being socially responsible- supporting pet rescues, the families we serve, the larger community and ultimately the planet! We understand the amount of trust it takes to place your pet and home in someone else's hands! Because we value that trust above all, we assure the Green Paws standard of care through our team of rigorously vetted Pet Care Specialists. We screen to make sure they share our love of animals and check their backgrounds because you deserve the peace of mind that comes from knowing that only trustworthy professionals are caring for your pet. Green Paws Chicago is fully licensed, bonded, and insured. Our team consists of 100% W2 employees, not 1099 contractors, who have passed a multi-stage hiring process, field evaluations and hands-on skill training.

Business highlights

18 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

We specialize in dog walking, cat visits, care for other pets (fish, birds, gerbils, etc.); overnight services (i.e., "pet sitting" where we stay at your home); and health-and-hygiene services (e.g., de-shedding services, medication administration (including flea & tick preventative), teethbrushing, etc.) .

Services we don't offer

We do not do "pack walks". For safety reasons we only care for one family's pets at a time. We do not offer "kennel", "caged" or "in-home" boarding; rather, we provide "in-home sitting" in your own home where your dog is most comfortable, physically and emotionally. We do not provide "doggie daycare" services.

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
MasterCard
Visa

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.950 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
92%
4
4%
3
0%
2
0%
1
4%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.9
value
4.8
professionalism
4.9
responsiveness
4.9
punctuality
4.9
Showing 26-50 of 50 reviews

Colin Y.
11/2017
5.0
dog walkers
  + -1 more
...
Description of Work: ..

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$16.2

Response from Green Paws Chicago LLC
Hi [Member Name Removed], Thank you for the positive review!

Katherine P.
04/2016
5.0
pet sitters, dog walkers
  + 0 more
unknown
Description of Work: Green Paws provided twice daily cat care visits including insulin injections for a week vacation. The carer was terrific with my cats and provided very valuable and thoughtful updates via text after every visit. I am so impressed with his service and Green Paws' standards.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Green Paws Chicago LLC
Thank you for the kind words, [Member Name Removed]! We appreciate the feedback and appreciation. All the best, Robb H.

Patrick U.
02/2016
5.0
dog walkers
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: I gave a "B" for punctuality only because a few times substitute walkers came a little late. I understand that substitute walkers are extending their load. So, this is somewhat acceptable. Otherwise, fantastic company!

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Green Paws Chicago LLC
Thank you, {Member's name removed}! And thanks for understanding the coverage constraints when primary pet care specialists are on vacation, sick, etc. -- a lot of folks haven't thought about the logistics of what it is we do on the office end to make things work out in the field!

jeffrey S.
01/2016
5.0
dog walkers
  + -1 more
unknown

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Green Paws Chicago LLC
Thanks for taking the time to review us, {Member's name removed}!

Stuart P.
12/2015
4.0
dog walkers
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Green Paws walked my two 13 year old labs for the last year. Good about handling them with care. Some confusion when I needed to put the service on hold, but overall very good. Paid for 30 minute walks, which I know sometimes were shorter than that. But the dogs are older and need help getting in and out of the house, so that can be taken into consideration and acceptable.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$20

Response from Green Paws Chicago LLC
Hi [Member Name Removed] Thanks for taking the time to review us here on Angie's. We've enjoyed caring for Angus & Malcolm! One item I need to clear-up, though, is that all of our visits are either 25, 45 or 60 minutes. Sometimes people confuse the 25-minute visits for a half-hour. Sorry for any confusion with that or regarding suspending your membership. I will look into that with the office team.

Brenda D.
11/2015
5.0
dog walkers
  + -1 more
unknown

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$16.5

Denis J.
08/2015
5.0
dog walkers
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: We have used Green Paws for almost a year and they are a great dog walking service. The team is very responsive and they have a good system in place for leaving notes and making sure someone is always available to walk your dog.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$358

Response from Green Paws Chicago LLC
Thank you for the kind words, [Removed member name]! We focus on being the most professionally operated petcare services company in Chicago and really appreciate it when our customers notice and are kind enough to tell others about it! All the best, Robb (co-owner).

Cathy B.
06/2015
5.0
dog walkers
  + -1 more
unknown

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0


Response from Green Paws Chicago LLC
Thank you, [Removed member name], for the high marks! I'm sorry we don't get an "A" grade on pricing. Admittedly, we are not the cheapest provider in town. The reason for that is that we have much higher costs than most competitors. E.g., we are 100% W-2 based (no 1099s) and have worker's comp, liability insurance, surety bonds, etc. Unlike almost everyone else in the industry, we run federal, state and local background checks on every employee before they are hired, which adds cost, but we wouldn't feel right not doing that -- I wouldn't want someone in my home who hadn't been thoroughly checked first. We also have an extensive screening, interview and training process. All of our applicants first submit a written application, then go through a phone interview followed by an office interview. About 6% of applicants are then put out on a full-day peer interview in the field where they are evaluated for personality, petcare skills, and biking stamina. Of that 6%, about half receive a job offer. On top of this, Green Paws has four full-time office staff who are focused on customer service; continuous monitoring and training of the petcare specialists out in the field; routing, scheduling and dispatching; and other back-office functions. So while I agree with you that we're not the least expensive, I do think we are the best value for the money. Again, many thanks for giving us high marks. All the best, Robb (co-owner).

Lisa L.
01/2015
5.0
dog walkers, pet sitters
  + 0 more
unknown
Description of Work: I've had Green Paws in to take care of my cats three times now, for trips ranging from four to 11 days. My cats adore their sitter, and I find their prices fair. I get timely daily updates, the house always looks great when I get home, and scheduling and billing are easy. Love these guys!

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$18

Denis J.
10/2014
5.0
dog walkers
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: We contacted Green Paws for daily dog walking when our dog was having some health issues and needed someone to check in on him during the day. Since our first contact with Green Paws they have been very responsive and very easy to work with. The dog walkers have been great and they leave a nice note for you everyday when they are here. We would highly recommend their service.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

$300

Response from Green Paws Chicago LLC
Hi [member name removed], I am happy to hear you enjoy the notes from [member name removed]! I know she looks forward to seeing Leroy every day. Thank you for the kind words, Taylor

denise A.
06/2014
1.0
dog walkers
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: I called them and they never called back. Their name was given to me by several people who highly recommended them. I called again, they never called back. I then checked to see if they were still in business, and they were. I then used someone else.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5

Response from Green Paws Chicago LLC
[Member Name Removed], We have a somewhat sophisticated CRM system and your name does not appear anywhere in our lead sheet from any channel (phone, email or web-form based). We follow-up on new business leads very quickly -- often within 30 seconds if they come in during normal business hours as we have a person in the front office who is dedicated specifically to this role. If you would like to try again, I invite you to either call (312) 546-4185 or email [email protected] -- or, alternatively, you can complete the prospective client Contact Us form found on our website. We look forward to hearing from you!

Douglas W.
05/2014
5.0
dog walkers, pet sitters
  + 0 more
unknown
Description of Work: Used them for the first time on our recent trip abroad. Their pre-service visit by Brent was very professional and he looked after our cats while we were gone. He took notes and photos on his phone during the initial meeting. While we were away, we received emails with daily status reports along with photos. Even a few of our shy cats began to like him!! This is definitely the most professional of all pet sitting services we have ever dealt with. Everything is documented in writing and they are bonded and insured. I will definitely use them again in the future!! Highly recommended!!!

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

SANDRA R.
12/2012
5.0
dog walkers, kennels, pet sitters
  + 1 more
Excellent. Very responsive, responsible,dependable. Our dog was elderly and had arthritis so needed patience and special care. Green Paws did great with him.
Description of Work: In 10/2009 Green Paws house sat for us for I believe 1 week. The person walked our dog (X3 daily), watered plants, took in mail. After we returned from vacation, the person walked our dog 1-2X daily until my husband was able to resume walking him in perhaps 12/2009. We continued to use Green Paws intermittently (as needed) for dog walking until our dog's death 5/1/10. I have no idea of the cost involved.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Rebecca A.
10/2012
5.0
pet sitters
  + -1 more
This was the first formal cat sitter that we had for our cat (in the past we've always had friends look in on her). Before we went away, they came over to meet our cat, learn her routine and get the keys. While we were gone, we received e-mail updates on how cat was doing. We returned to a happy, healthy cat.
Description of Work: Cat sat for us while we were on vacation-they came in played with our cat, fed her, changed the litter and cleaned up after her.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$150

Sarah M.
10/2012
5.0
pet sitters
  + -1 more
We've been using Green Paws for years, and they always do a great job. They have proven to be reliable and friendly.
Description of Work: They provided animal sitting services.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Tave R.
10/2012
5.0
dog walkers, pet sitters
  + 0 more
Everything has been going well. We find them to be professional, consistent, and flexible.
Description of Work: They visit our cat and walk our dog when we are not at home.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$15

Donna S.
08/2012
5.0
dog walkers, pet sitters
  + 0 more
I had to leave town for a few days leaving my three darling Shih Tzus behind. Two of my dogs have health issues and I was literally scared to death to leave them with a perfect stranger. I searched the internet for pet sitters and read every review finally selecting Green Paws Chicago LLC because of their great reviews. Called the number provided and set up an appointment with the owner John and his recommended sitter, Jamie. From the moment they entered my home my dogs were sold. Jamie immediately got on the floor to introduce herself to the dogs and they immediately responded with kisses and their favorite toys placed at her feet. John's professionalism immediately put me at ease. We took great notes on each of the dogs and provided legal documents for me to review and sign clearly showing me he runs a solid business. Each day I was gone Jamie provided a detailed report on what was going on and even sent photos. When I returned I found Jamie had graciously stripped the bed and put her linens in the washer. Interesting about this company is that all the dog sitters/walkers are full time employees of Green Paws, not contractors who leave after a few months. His staff specializes in specific areas of the city so they know the dog parks, walking trails even emergency vets in their assigned area. Without hesitation I would recommend Green Paws Chicago LLC to any pet owner looking for absolutely the best dog sitter/walker in Chicago.
Description of Work: I had an emergency trip and had to leave town for a few days leaving my three darling Shih Tzu's behind. I had never used a pet sitter before and was literally scared to death as my dogs are my children. Found Green Paws on line and read excellent reviews on their services so I called the number listed and set up an appointment to meet the owner and potential dog sitter. From the moment they walked in my dogs were sold! John's professionalism and how he handled the interview immediately put me at ease. My pet sitter Jamie was a doll and the dogs immediately ran over to her for kisses and love. Each day I was away Jamie provided a detailed update and even sent photos. I will not use any other pet sitter or dog walker than Green Paws. An additional benefit is that they only use products that are healthy for our environment, which I respect and admire. These guys are the best and without hesitation I highly recommend them.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Kevin J.
07/2012
5.0
dog walkers, pet sitters
  + 0 more
They are thoughtful & catering and seem to take a personal interest in Alex. They are able to accommodate last minute requests & have boarded him in their home.
Description of Work: Green paws walks my elderly & beloved dog Alex during the weekdays.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$200

Kay L.
07/2012
5.0
dog walkers, pet sitters
  + 0 more
Green Paws always takes the best care of my 2 dogs. Their sitters are loving and dog friendly. They stay overnight at my condo and take the best care of my home too.
Description of Work: Pet sitting overnight with meals and walks

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$60

Ellen R.
07/2012
5.0
dog walkers, pet sitters
  + 0 more
The service provided by Green Paws Chicago was good. I would use their service in the future.
Description of Work: Green Paws Chicago housed our cats last May.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$20

Melinda H.
07/2012
5.0
dog walkers, pet sitters
  + 0 more
Green Paws rocks! They've been walking our dogs for three years now and I can't recommend them strongly enough. Every greenpaws staff member we've worked with is friendly, great with our dogs and knowledgeable about animal behavior. I never worry that they won't show up, that something will go wrong on the walk or that my dogs won't receive the best service possible - Green Paws has proven time and again that they treat our dogs just like we would (in fact, they probably treat them better!) Our schedule varies week to week...John lets us send him an email to tell him which days we need walks, and he figures out a way to get this done for us with no fails. Another plus - in our tenure with GP we've had two regular walkers handling almost all of our requests, which is pretty amazing really. Our dogs build a relationship with the people coming to walk them every day, and I know the people that have keys to my house are trustworthy and know the idiosyncracies of my pups. SUCH a relief. I'm so glad I found Green Paws to help me make sure my dogs are happy and health.
Description of Work: Regular dog walking, house/dog sitting, furminating, administering pills/meds

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Ellen R.
03/2012
5.0
pet sitters
  + -1 more
What I love about them is their reliability. I can call at any time, they can always put me on the schedule, and they always come. I also really like that they'll text you with daily updates about your furry friends! Also, they keep your credit card on file and run it monthly (after first sending you an invoice), so it's not one more bill to pay. The business is very good at making the service seamless/efficient/easy on the part of the customer.
Description of Work: Greenpaws comes to watch my kitties every time I'm out of town on work.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$100

SANDRA R.
11/2009
5.0
dog walkers, pet sitters
  + 0 more
The people from Green paws are GREAT (especially John and Barb)!!! They bailed us out of a crisis with our dog, Artie. They came in to walk him when we were unable to take care of him. They were excellent with him and show a real caring for Artie. They really got to know our dog and his special needs. They have always been willing to go the extra mile!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Description of Work: Green Paws is a dog walking and pet sitting service which we have used for both services.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$13.5

Anne M.
09/2009
5.0
pet sitters
  + -1 more
These cats (still kittens, really) require a lot of play and attention. We were gone 10 days, and it was clear upon our return that they had been played with, fed according to our instructions, groomed, babied, and generally loved a lot. It was an easy transition - both leaving for our trip knowing the cats were in good hands, and coming home. Barb left lengthy notes that described the kitties' behavior to a tee. I'd used Green Paws once before with a different pet and was very satisfied - this was a longer trip, but I didn't hesitate to call on them again. Also impressed with the fact they use biodegradable baggies for their canine clients.
Description of Work: We had Green Paws as a live-in/overnight sitter for our two young cats while on a recent ten-day vacation.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$600

Katherine T.
11/2007
5.0
dog walkers
  + -1 more
I am very pleased with Barb and the company. I feel secure with them in my home when I am not around and I feel safe to leave my animals in their caring hands. I work a lot of hours and I am happy to know that all I need to do is call and my dog will be taken care of! It gives me peace of mind and I feel like I am doing my part as well for Mother Earth since this dog walking company is a GREEN company! I am recommending Green Paws Chicago to everyone I know who has pets that need loving attention throughout the day. Their dog walking prices are within reason and up to par with other company's in the area! Though they go way above and beyond their pricing with their skills and their love for animals.
Description of Work: Barb came over the day of my call to meet me and my dog Lily. Her personality clicked with mine and Lily loved her along with my two cats. The company basically does whatever you need them to do as long as they have notice. She keeps me posted everyday by writing down what her and Lily did during her visit and also she comments on my cats. She walks and plays with Lily Monday through Friday in the afternoon.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$13
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Contact information

2049 W Belmont Ave Storefront Unit, Chicago, IL 60618

http://www.greenpawschicago.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Open All Day
Monday:
Open All Day
Tuesday:
Open All Day
Wednesday:
Open All Day
Thursday:
Open All Day
Friday:
Open All Day
Saturday:
Open All Day

Licensing

Bonded

Insured

No License Required for Trade

Eco-friendly Accreditations

LEED Accredited Professional
No
Energy Star Partner
No
EPA Lead-Safe Certified
No
Use Green Products or Work Practices
Yes
State Contractor License Requirements

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*Contact business to see additional licenses.


Service Categories

Dog Walking,
Animal & House Sitting,
Animal Boarding Kennels,
Animal Rescues/Shelters,
Animal Training

FAQ

Green Paws Chicago LLC is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.

Sunday: Open All Day

Monday: Open All Day

Tuesday: Open All Day

Wednesday: Open All Day

Thursday: Open All Day

Friday: Open All Day

Saturday: Open All Day

Green Paws Chicago LLC accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, Green Paws Chicago LLC offers free project estimates.
Yes, Green Paws Chicago LLC offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Green Paws Chicago LLC does not offer a senior discount.
No, Green Paws Chicago LLC does not offer emergency services.
No, Green Paws Chicago LLC does not offer warranties.
Green Paws Chicago LLC offers the following services: We specialize in dog walking, cat visits, care for other pets (fish, birds, gerbils, etc.); overnight services (i.e., "pet sitting" where we stay at your home); and health-and-hygiene services (e.g., de-shedding services, medication administration (including flea & tick preventative), teethbrushing, etc.) .
We do not do "pack walks". For safety reasons we only care for one family's pets at a time. We do not offer "kennel", "caged" or "in-home" boarding; rather, we provide "in-home sitting" in your own home where your dog is most comfortable, physically and emotionally. We do not provide "doggie daycare" services.

Contact information

2049 W Belmont Ave Storefront Unit, Chicago, IL 60618

http://www.greenpawschicago.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Open All Day
Monday:
Open All Day
Tuesday:
Open All Day
Wednesday:
Open All Day
Thursday:
Open All Day
Friday:
Open All Day
Saturday:
Open All Day