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Dogs Deserve It logoHow the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%91+49.6Reliability 24%82+19.9Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%25+1.8Craft & service penalty99−0.1Experts Score= 85Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.85SCORE

Dogs Deserve It

Chicago, IL · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #37Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 59 dog walkers · 4.9★ from 125 Google reviews

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Percentile vs other dog walkers (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: value and momentum; weakest: replies to reviews.

SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Dogs Deserve It is better than 91% of dog walkers.A
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ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Dogs Deserve It is better than 82% of dog walkers.A
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Craft & serviceCraft & service · 0% of the scoreGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Dogs Deserve It is better than 99% of dog walkers.A
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ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Dogs Deserve It is better than 100% of dog walkers.A
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MomentumMomentum · 0% of the scorePenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Dogs Deserve It is better than 100% of dog walkers.A
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Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Dogs Deserve It is better than 25% of dog walkers.D
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Customers hired Dogs Deserve It for 3 kinds of job.

Dogs Deserve It for dog walking

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.16
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).5.00
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Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 88/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Dog walking”:Stars on this job 55%Number of such jobs 25%Overall Experts Score 20%Stars are pulled toward the category average when a company has few tagged jobs, so 3 perfect reviews don’t beat 80 great ones. 4.3★ scores 0, 5.0★ scores full. Volume is compared with the busiest company for this job.#8 / 20
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.100%

All 16 Google reviews tagged “Dog walking”

Lauren7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 5 months ago★★★★★

I cannot recommend this company enough. They have been absolutely wonderful with my dog, Ralph, and have given me so much peace of mind knowing he’s being cared for by people who genuinely love animals. A special thank you to James, who has been incredible. Ralph absolutely adores him, and it’s clear how much…

Reasonable priceDog walking
ValerieLocal Guide · 16 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 6 months ago★★★★★

We have loved using dogs deserve it and our walker, Logan, in the Roscoe village neighborhood for years. They make scheduling so easy with the app. Great communication with updates about how the walk went including potty breaks, length of time, etc. Our pup knows and loves her walkers and we know she looks forward to her walks each week.

Great priceDog walking
EmilyLocal Guide · 29 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 6 months ago★★★★★

Dogs deserve it does an amazing job! I love getting the GPS report card and photos from the dog walk each day. I also love that their walkers are W-2 employees as well which makes me feel confident my dog is in good hands!

Dog walking
Lindsay7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 6 months ago★★★★★

I have been using Dogs Deserve It for several years now and cannot recommend them enough. I have a used them previously for dog walking, but now that I work from home, I use them for my grumpy old cat when I am away or traveling. I never have to worry and know that Calvin is in good hands. Logan has been the best…

Dog walkingCat sitting (in-home)Dog sitting (in-home)
JasonLocal Guide · 15 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 6 months ago★★★★★

Best dog walking and pet sitting service we have ever used. Always a great experience. The employees of Dog Deserve It treat our pup like their own. If you are looking for help with your dog look, no further. We have been clients for 2+ years multiple walks a week and overnights per year. By far the best company we have ever partnered with!

Great priceOther pet boardingDog walking
jason3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 6 months ago★★★★★

The best dog walkers! 100% Reliable & trustworthy, communicative, and simply great people.

Reasonable priceDog walking
Danielle3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 6 months ago★★★★★

We have been a client of DDI for 15 years. Every dog walker and pet sitter that we have used has been incredible, reliable and sweet with our dogs. Lauren and her team are always quick to respond to any inquiries and always try to accommodate us and our pets as best as possible. We highly recommend DDI for your…

Great priceDog walkingDog sitting (in-home)
Katie8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 6 months ago★★★★★

We love DDI! We trust them because they are responsive and consistent. The level of communication we receive about each walk is incredible. We also love that the walkers are consistent. Jack has been our dog walker for over 2 years. Our dog loves his DDI walks and looks forward to them each week.

Great priceDog walking
PopMegaphoneLocal Guide · 79 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 6 months ago★★★★★

Jack is the best!

Dog walking
Mackenzie7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 6 months ago★★★★★

Dogs Deserve it has been an extremely trusted, easy to use, and reliable service for walking our dog Ernie! We always know Ernie will be well taken care of and get updates from his walks that make our day. Couldn’t recommend more!

Dog walking
Catherine4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 6 months ago★★★★★

My walker James is amazing!!!

Dog walking
BriannaLocal Guide · 13 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 6 months ago★★★★★

We love dogs to deserve it! Macro, our little Frenchie, can be a handful. But dogs deserve it and their walkers are always accommodating! I love the after walk reports and summaries with pictures and the app makes it very convenient to connect with the walkers and schedule new walks or cancel existing as needed.…

Dog walking
Ginalle4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 6 months ago★★★★★

Dogs deserve it is the only dog walking service I’ll use. I always know my dog is well taken care of and even if she doesn’t go potty, or if it’s inclement weather and she won’t go outside, she’s got a friend visiting with her and checking in on her throughout the day! It puts my mind at such ease while I’m at work.…

Great priceDog walking
JordanLocal Guide · 553 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 6 months ago★★★★★

We have one happy pup customer. Whether it’s our regular Walker Julia or a sub, our girl Wanda enjoys her daily visit and walk with the Dogs Deserve It Walker. And my wife loves the daily photo she gets. Management is super responsive if there is anything you need.

Reasonable priceDog walkingDog sitting (in-home)
Shaeffer6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 7 months ago★★★★★

DDI was recommended by a friend in the area and we have been SO pleased with them! It takes so much stress off us to know that if our usual walker is unavailable, we are still covered. They’re always on time, transparent and we get the best updates throughout the day with our pup! Our walker, Gift, is an angel and…

Reasonable priceDog walking
Tata1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 9 months ago★★★★★

Omg we’ve been using Dogs Deserve It and our dog walker, Gift, is the best ever! Our dogs are obsessed with her and she is wonderful with them.

Reasonable priceOther pet sitting (in-home)Dog walking

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