Professional, reliable, and loving care for your furry family members. Serving Lincoln Park, Lakeview, Old Town, Gold Coast, and surrounding neighborhoods.
Personalized pet care services designed with your pet's happiness and your peace of mind in focus
Join our recurring plan (≥3x per week) and enjoy these exclusive benefits:
Save $3-5 per walk with consistent scheduling
Guaranteed availability during peak midday hours
Same schedule = consistent routine
Daily walks tailored to your dog's needs and energy level. Professional, reliable service that keeps your pup happy and healthy. Includes photo updates during walks, fresh water refill, thorough poop cleanup, and extended exercise for longer walks.
Perfect for puppies, senior dogs, or when your pup needs extra attention. Feeding, playtime, and companionship in their favorite space. Includes feeding & fresh water, potty breaks & cleanup, interactive playtime, loving companionship, medication administration if needed, and extra cuddles for longer visits.
Specialized care for your feline friends who prefer staying in their territory. Gentle, quiet visits that respect their independent nature. Includes feeding & fresh water, litter box cleaning, gentle playtime sessions, quiet companionship, window perch time, and respect for their space and routine.
*Please note we have a 24 hour cancellation policy. If you cancel service within 24 hours (24 hours or less), we must bill for the service
*Please note we have a 5 day cancellation policy for all holidays listed below. If you cancel service within 5 days (5 days or less), we must bill for the service
Major Holidays Subject to 5-Day Cancellation Policy:
*We are available for walks throughout the day, but after-hour fees apply for walks before 7am and after 7pm
Hi, I'm Rachael Boeskool, the owner of Wags and Whiskers! I've always had a passion for caring for animals, and after years of looking after dogs and cats for friends, family, and neighbors, I decided to turn that love into a business.
I provide reliable, trustworthy dog walking and drop-in pet sitting services across Chicago. My goal is to give pet parents peace of mind knowing their furry family members are safe, happy, and cared for—whether that's a mid-day walk, extra playtime, or just some cuddles and attention.
I treat every pet like my own, and I pride myself on clear communication, punctuality, and making sure each pet gets the exercise, love, and care they deserve. With 5+ years experience and 50+ 5-star reviews, you can count on me to keep tails wagging and whiskers happy.
Proudly serving Chicago's most beloved neighborhoods with reliable pet care services
We're always looking to expand our service areas. Contact us to see if we can accommodate your location!
"Thank you taking care of Sammy and we loved all the pictures. You were wonderful!"
"Rachel was quick to respond and great communication. She stopped by my apt before to do a quick meet and greet, and it made me feel extra comfortable leaving my cats in her care."
"So happy and lucky to have found Rachael!!"
"Thank you taking care of Sammy and we loved all the pictures. You were wonderful!"
"So happy and lucky to have found Rachael!!"
"Rachael is wonderful! Very friendly, responsible, quick to respond, and my dog is already very comfortable with her. She is in very good hands with Rachael."
"Rachael was great watching my cat for the long weekend! She had great notes and sent a ton of photos from their visits, which was appreciated. Would definitely recommend! :)"
"Rachel was quick to respond and great communication. She stopped by my apt before to do a quick meet and greet, and it made me feel extra comfortable leaving my cats in her care."
"Rachael was wonderful! Took great care of our cats and sent so many good pictures! Thank you!!"
"Rachael is amazing! She took great care of our senior dog and gave us lots of photos and feedback."
"She was great with my three kitties. Communicated all updates and sent plenty of pics."
"Wonderful job caring for our cat — always sent tons of pictures. Definitely recommend!"
Let's discuss how we can provide the best care for your furry family members
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