iHow 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 59%97+56.9Reliability 26%95+24.8Value 15%100+15.2Craft & service penalty86−1.4Experts Score= 96Not enough data for replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.96SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#21 of 59 dog walkersiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 66%
4.9★★★★★148 Google reviews · 24 photos
99%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★ in 2 yearsiShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
Millennium Dog Walkers & Pet Care in Chicago! at a glance
Millennium Dog Walkers holds a 4.9 rating from 148 reviews, with owners responding to 84% of feedback. Customers frequently praise the service for punctuality, flexible scheduling, and detailed daily communication including photo updates. Reviewers note that staff handle anxious or special-needs dogs with patience, while two low-star complaints cite repeated no-shows and inconsistent walker assignments.
Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 148 reviews (99% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 148 Google reviews (139 with written comments, 24 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 84% of reviews.
Most recent review: October 17, 2026.
Service: Dog Walker serving Chicago, Illinois.
Data from Google, last updated November 3, 2026.
Score profile vs other dog walkers
Score per factor (100 = best)iEach 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: craft & service.
This companyDog Walkers median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactioniSatisfaction · 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.Millennium Dog Walkers & Pet Care in Chicago!: 97/100 on this factor. Category median: 93.A
97
ReliabilityiReliability · 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.Millennium Dog Walkers & Pet Care in Chicago!: 95/100 on this factor. Category median: 86.A
95
Craft & serviceiCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle 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.Millennium Dog Walkers & Pet Care in Chicago!: 86/100 on this factor. Category median: 99.A
86
ValueiValue · 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.Millennium Dog Walkers & Pet Care in Chicago!: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
MomentumiMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises 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.Millennium Dog Walkers & Pet Care in Chicago!: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
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Replies to reviewsiReplies 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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 61.–
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Star ratings
148 Google reviews we collected
4.9of 5
5 stars14699%
4 stars00%
3 stars00%
2 stars00%
1 star21%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 139 written reviews
100%praise
Praise266100%
Complaints10%
PriceiGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.
Price verdicts customers left with their Google review
100%fair
Great price1354%
Reasonable1146%
Overpriced00%
Not sure00%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Would recommend6424%
Honesty & trust5119%
Staff & attitude4918%
Speed & response3915%
Communication3513%
Quality & results207%
Price & value93%
What customers talk about
We read 139 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“I would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for trustworthy dog walkers!”
“They took excellent care of our dog for two weeks, followed all of my instructions, and were always on time and reliable.”
“I really appreciate their care, professionalism, and dependability.”
“She is reliable and always sends prompt updates with pictures!”
“Ryan communicates every week to confirm the schedules and walkers, and the walkers communicate each day to let me know that the walk is complete and h…”
“We had a great experience with Millennium Dog Walkers!”
“Al and his crew are very communicative, and it's so easy to book appointments (at an affordable price).”
People customers mention
Ryan10 reviews
Patricia6 reviews
Caroline5 reviews
Chris5 reviews
Rebecca3 reviews
Streeterville3 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Reviews for your job
Customers hired Millennium Dog Walkers & Pet Care in Chicago! for 2 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.
WWilliamLocal Guide · 45 reviewsiTotal 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. · 2 weeks ago★★★★★
We had a great experience with Millennium Dog Walkers! They took excellent care of our dog for two weeks, followed all of my instructions, and were always on time and reliable. It gave me peace of mind knowing he was in such good hands. I really appreciate their care, professionalism, and dependability. I would…
Great priceDog walking
DDawn5 reviewsiTotal 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. · a month ago★★★★★
Ryan communicates every week to confirm the schedules and walkers, and the walkers communicate each day to let me know that the walk is complete and how my dog did. I recently had my dog at a friend’s place while out of town and Ryan was happily able to assist at the other address. I always feel very comfortable…
JJanaki10 reviewsiTotal 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. · a month ago★★★★★
Really amazing dog walking service. Very flexible and convenient. The owners are very caring and dedicated to ensure a great walking experience. Our dog gets nervous and they do a great job of working with him. Highly recommend!
Great priceDog walking
AAshley3 reviewsiTotal 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. · a month ago★★★★★
Millennium Dog Walkers are truly the best in the business! They are professional, always eager to assist you with any needs, and treat your pet like their own! Ryan and his team are stellar! I recently moved to the city and work crazy hours as a resident. I was so nervous trying to find people that would help take…
Great priceDog walkingDog sitting (in-home)
AAshton7 reviewsiTotal 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. · 2 months ago★★★★★
Truly the best of the best! I moved to Chicago and was so worried about finding someone reliable to walk my dog Dot every day and they have exceeded expectations! Caroline and Ryan both run the company with amazing communication, are super personable with each of their customers, and genuinely care!! Patricia, who…
Great priceDog walking
MMatt2 reviewsiTotal 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. · 2 months ago★★★★★
I’ve been very pleased with the service. The onboarding process was easy and well organized, and our walker has been dependable, communicative, and genuinely caring with Macey. I really appreciate the updates after each walk, and my day is much better knowing that Macey is getting a good walk and attention while I’m not home. I highly recommend them!
We had a great experience with Millennium Dog Walkers! They took excellent care of our dog for two weeks, followed all of my instructions, and were always on time and reliable. It gave me peace of mind knowing he was in such good hands. I really appreciate their care, professionalism, and dependability. I would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for trustworthy dog walkers!
Thank you, Ryan and Caroline for taking such good care of our boy!
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Dog walking
Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago
Thank you so much!! We absolutely loved taking care of Kai! He was such a sweetheart and we genuinely looked forward to seeing him every day.
We're so happy we could make your time away a little easier and that you felt comfortable knowing Kai was being well taken care of. We really appreciate the kind words and are so glad we got to spend those two weeks with him!
Give Kai some extra love from us and we hope we get to see him again soon! 🐾
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Dawn Eickenberg5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Dawn has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Ryan communicates every week to confirm the schedules and walkers, and the walkers communicate each day to let me know that the walk is complete and how my dog did. I recently had my dog at a friend’s place while out of town and Ryan was happily able to assist at the other address. I always feel very comfortable knowing that my dog will be well cared for. I would highly recommend!
Response from the owner · a month ago
Aww thank you!! We absolutely love Hazel and are always happy to help with her. She’s seriously the sweetest and we’re lucky we get to see her so often!
And of course we were happy to make the other address work while you were away. Anything to make things a little easier and make sure Hazel is taken care of. Thanks so much for the sweet review and recommendation! 🐾
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Janaki Paskaradevan10 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Janaki has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Really amazing dog walking service. Very flexible and convenient. The owners are very caring and dedicated to ensure a great walking experience. Our dog gets nervous and they do a great job of working with him. Highly recommend!
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Dog walking
Response from the owner · a month ago
Thank you so much! We absolutely love Zambo and are always happy to see him. It’s been so rewarding getting to know him and learning what helps him feel comfortable and calm when he’s feeling a little nervous.
We’re so glad we can be there for him and we really appreciate the kind words and recommendation! 🐾❤️
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Ashley Lesser3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Ashley has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Millennium Dog Walkers are truly the best in the business! They are professional, always eager to assist you with any needs, and treat your pet like their own! Ryan and his team are stellar! I recently moved to the city and work crazy hours as a resident. I was so nervous trying to find people that would help take care of my golden! Ryan connected with me just hours after sending in my inquiry and was so comprehensive in the meet and greet process! My Lincoln loves his walker Rebecca! She is reliable and always sends prompt updates with pictures! I can relax easy knowing my pup is in great hands! I highly recommend Millennium Dog Walkers! They are life savers for pet parents!!
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Dog walking, Dog sitting (in-home)
Response from the owner · a month ago
Thank you so much!! We’re so happy you found us after moving to Chicago. We know your schedule is crazy, so being able to make things a little easier and give you one less thing to think about during the day is huge for us.
And Lincoln is the BEST. We love how much he loves Rebecca and it’s so sweet seeing the relationship they’ve built. She always loves her time with him!
We really appreciate you taking the time to write this and say such nice things about all of us. We’re very lucky to have you and Lincoln with us! 🐾
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Tatiana LazarevaLocal Guide · 22 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Tatiana has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Since I was introduced to Ryan, the owner, I’ve finally had complete peace of mind when it comes to my two mini dachshunds. I had an okay experience with another company before, but compared to what I have now, it’s truly night and day.
My pups absolutely love when Chris comes to visit them for their 30-minute midday walk. She is always on time, sends me pictures, makes sure they have fresh water, and, most importantly, gives them plenty of attention and snuggles. ❤️
The entire team is wonderful. Scheduling is extremely organized, communication is easy, and the whole process has been incredibly smooth and reliable. On the days I’m in the office, I never have to worry because I know my girls are being well taken care of.
Thank you, Ryan, Chris, and the entire team for taking such great care of my pups! I’m so happy I found you and look forward to continuing to work with you. Highly recommend!
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Dog walking
Response from the owner · a month ago
Thank you so much for taking the time to write this! It makes us so happy knowing you can go into the office and feel completely comfortable with your girls at home.
Chris has really enjoyed getting to know them and we love that they get plenty of attention and snuggles along with their walks. We also really appreciate you mentioning the scheduling and communication! We work hard to make everything as easy and dependable as possible for our clients.
We’re so happy you found us too and absolutely love having you and your girls as part of MDW. Thank you again for such an amazing review! 🐾
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Ashton Jones7 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Ashton has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Truly the best of the best! I moved to Chicago and was so worried about finding someone reliable to walk my dog Dot every day and they have exceeded expectations! Caroline and Ryan both run the company with amazing communication, are super personable with each of their customers, and genuinely care!! Patricia, who walks my dog, she is truly the BEST. I can leave each day not being worried about Dot because I know how much she loves Patricia! I trust her so much and am truly so very grateful for her!!
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Dog walking
Response from the owner · 2 months ago
Ahh, this made us smile. ❤️ Thank you so much for the kind words!
Dot has become such a special part of our week, and we absolutely love hearing how excited she gets to see Patricia. They’ve built such a sweet bond and it’s been so fun to watch.
We’re so happy we could help make your move to Chicago a little easier. Thanks for being such an amazing client. We feel lucky to have you and Dot as part of the MDW family! 🐾
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Matt Overholt2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Matt has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I’ve been very pleased with the service. The onboarding process was easy and well organized, and our walker has been dependable, communicative, and genuinely caring with Macey. I really appreciate the updates after each walk, and my day is much better knowing that Macey is getting a good walk and attention while I’m not home. I highly recommend them!
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Dog walking
Response from the owner · 2 months ago
We're so glad Macey is part of the MDW family! 😊 It makes us happy knowing you can go about your day without worrying whether she's getting the attention and exercise she deserves. Thanks so much for the recommendation. Shane always look forward to seeing Macey! 🐾
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Amira Concepcion10 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Amira has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Moving to the city and trusting someone to come into your home to care for your dog can be so nerve-racking, especially when you’re as picky as I am about my pup! From the very beginning, Ryan has been incredibly easy to communicate with and made the entire process stress-free.
Patricia and Nicole have been absolutely amazing with Cooper. They’re professional, reliable, and always send me pictures and updates, which gives me so much peace of mind. Cooper absolutely loves them, and it’s obvious they genuinely care about the dogs they work with.
This team has exceeded every expectation I had. They’re so easy to work with, dependable, and kind. I truly cannot recommend them enough. If you’re looking for a dog walker in the area, this is the team to trust. I will forever recommend them!
Response from the owner · 2 months ago
Thank you for such an incredible review! It makes us so happy to hear that Cooper has settled in so well with Patricia and Nicole. Building that kind of trust with both our clients and their dogs is what it's all about for us.
We're so grateful you chose us after your move to Chicago, and we can't thank you enough for the recommendation. Give Cooper some extra pets from all of us! 🐾
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Sam Millson5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Sam has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Millennium Dog Walkers has been everything we hoped they would be since we moved to Chicago. When we first moved to Streeterville, we used Rover for a few months with really mixed results. Then we found Millennium Dog Walkers and they have been the absolute sweetest with our two dogs. They now help us with midday walks when we’re out of the apartment working, and they give 3-long-walks a day on weekends if we’re out of town, allowing our dogs to stay in their home but get tons of love while we’re gone.
They’ve gone above and beyond so many times now I’ve lost count. From picking up medications needed for our dogs to last minute walks while we have to leave town on an urgent trip. We’ve since moved up to Roscoe Village and they still walk our dogs just as much as when we were closer to downtown. If you’re looking for a true partner, Ryan and Caroline are it. Incredibly thankful we found them when we moved here!
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Dog walking
Response from the owner · 3 months ago
This made us so happy to read. We’ve loved getting to know you guys, and Nala and Roux are seriously the sweetest.
We’re so glad we found each other when you moved to Chicago, and even happier that we still get to be part of their routine after the move to Roscoe Village. Thank you for trusting us with them and for always being so wonderful to work with.
We absolutely love Nala and Roux and feel lucky to have you all as part of the MDW family 🐾
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Samantha ReyesLocal Guide · 12 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Samantha has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
After several disappointing experiences with previous dog walkers, finding Millennium Dog Walkers was an incredible relief. From the very beginning, their professionalism and level of care stood out. The owners personally came to our home, took the time to understand our concerns, and immediately made us feel completely comfortable entrusting them with our dog.
Our dog has a chronic health condition, is not spayed, and can be very shy with new people, so choosing the right dog walker was not something we took lightly. She requires patience, attentiveness, and careful adherence to specific instructions. Millennium Dog Walkers listened closely to every detail and consistently provided the thoughtful, individualized care she needed. Their approach never felt rushed or impersonal.
Their communication is exceptional. We receive detailed updates and photos after each walk, and our dog always looks calm, content, and genuinely happy. It is evident that they do not simply walk dogs—they build trust with them and care for them as individuals.
Millennium Dog Walkers are dependable, respectful, highly professional, and truly compassionate. I would recommend them without hesitation, particularly to anyone who is selective about who they trust with their dog or has a pet with medical, behavioral, or highly specific needs. The peace of mind they provide is invaluable, and we feel incredibly fortunate to have found them.
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Dog walking
Response from the owner · 3 months ago
Wow, thank you so much for taking the time to write such a thoughtful review. It truly means the world to us.
We know how much trust it takes to hand over the care of a dog with unique needs, and we never take that responsibility lightly. Getting to know Luna, earning her trust, and making sure she feels safe and comfortable has been incredibly rewarding for our team.
Thank you for recognizing the care and attention that goes into every walk, update, and photo. We always want every client to feel like their dog is being cared for the same way we would care for our own.
We're so grateful you found us, and it's been an absolute privilege to care for Luna. Give her some extra love from all of us! We can't wait to see her again! 🐾💙
