Door-to-door pickup
We come to your home, greet your pup by name, and load them into the wagon. No drop-off, no rearranging your morning.
Dog field trips · Chicago's western suburbs
Tail-waggin' adventures for your pup.
We pick your dog up at home, head to a private park to run and play, and bring them back tired, happy, and full of treats. It's not a walk — it's their favorite day of the week.
Insured & bonded
Red Cross Pet First Aid & CPR
$50 a trip
The difference
It's not dog walking. It's a field trip.
No leash loops around the block. Your dog gets picked up, driven to real open space, and turned loose to be a dog — then delivered home worn out and happy.
Real play at the park
Off-leash romping, sniffing, and zoomies at a private, secure spot with room to actually run — supervised the whole time.
Home happy & tired
A treat for the ride, a long nap when they get home, and a photo recap of the whole adventure waiting on your phone.
The route
How a trip works
Four stops, from hello to home — about 1.5 to 2 hours door to door, give or take traffic, zoomies, and squirrel sightings along the way.
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Free meet & greet
A relaxed 15–20 minute visit so we can meet your dog, see your setup, swap notes, and answer every question — no commitment.
02
Pickup at home
On trip day the wagon pulls up and your pup hops in with their crew. You can track us on the way in the app.
03
Park playtime
Supervised off-leash play and exploring at a safe, private park — with plenty of photos along the way.
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Back home happy
Dropped right back at your door with a treat and a full photo recap of the day's adventure.
The adventures
See the crew in action
Every trip comes home with photos. Here's a peek at the pack out on the road and at the park.
Members get their own dog's photos in the Waggin' Wagon app after every single trip.
As seen on TV
WGN's Around Town rode the Wagon
Ana Belaval and the WGN-TV crew spent a morning with us — from the front-door pickup to park playtime. Watch the segments:
On the podcast
Amanda & Kat on Two Noras and a Mic
The Noras pulled up a chair at The Gravy Lady in La Grange to hear how the Wagon really works — and why every field trip ends in a fully fenced private yard.
Two Noras and a Mic
“Nightcap with the Noras and the ladies of Waggin Wagon”
Amanda and Kat walk through what actually happens between your front door and your dog’s afternoon nap: how every pup is screened before joining a trip, why the crew plays in a fully fenced private yard instead of a public dog park, and the enrichment built into the day — muffin-tin puzzles, weekly themes, even paw-print art projects. Amanda’s background in education shaped the routines; Kat brings the breed and behavior read.
Two Noras and a Mic is a west-suburban podcast about local life — new episodes every Monday.
Reviews
Five stars from the families we drive for.
Real reviews from real Waggin' Wagon families on Google.
The app
Follow along, every step.
The adventure doesn't stop at the curb. The Waggin' Wagon app keeps you in the loop from pickup to drop-off.
Track pickup in real time
See the wagon on its way and know exactly when we'll be at your door.
Photos after every trip
A fresh gallery of your dog's day lands in the app the moment they're home.
Book trips in a tap
Schedule one-offs or set your pup up as a weekly regular — and manage it all from your phone.
The shop
Gear for good dogs.
Rep the wagon. Every order helps keep the treats stocked.
Secure checkout by Stripe.
Where we roam
On the route near you
The wagon runs through Chicago's western suburbs:
- Brookfield
- Clarendon Hills
- Countryside
- Darien
- Downers Grove
- Elmhurst
- Hinsdale
- La Grange
- La Grange Highlands
- La Grange Park
- Lombard
- Oak Brook
- Riverside
- Villa Park
- Westchester
- Western Springs
- Westmont
- Willowbrook
- Woodridge
Don't see your town? Ask us — we're always growing the route.
Simple pricing
One price. One very good day.
Field trip
$50 / trip
- Door-to-door pickup & drop-off
- Supervised off-leash park play
- A treat for the ride home
- Full photo recap in the app
Weekly regulars and multi-dog homes — just ask.
Meet the pack
The humans (and dog) behind the wagon
A small, familiar crew — your pup sees the same friendly faces every trip.
Amanda
Founder & Pack Leader
Started Waggin' Wagon to give local dogs real adventure — and knows every pup on the route by name.
Grandpa Al
Wagon Wrangler
Retired, but never one to sit still. Rides shotgun and makes sure every dog gets a belly rub.
Amelia
Junior Pack Pal
Twelve years old and the crew's most enthusiastic ball-thrower and treat-dispenser.
Tilly
Chief Vibe Checker
The resident dog. Greets newcomers, sets the tone, and approves every adventure personally.
Good questions
Is this the same as dog walking?
Nope! A walk is a loop around your block. A Waggin' Wagon field trip is door-to-door transport to a private park where your dog gets real off-leash play and exploring — then a ride home. It's a whole outing, not a stroll.
How big are the groups?
Small and carefully matched by size and play style, so every dog gets attention and a good time. We get to know your pup at the meet & greet before they ever ride.
What if my dog is shy or new to other dogs?
That's exactly what the free meet & greet is for. We assess temperament, go at your dog's pace, and only ever set them up for a great day. If a group trip isn't the right fit, we'll tell you honestly.
Which days do you run trips?
Trips run on weekdays, Monday through Friday. You can book one-off adventures or set your dog up as a weekly regular.
How do I see the photos?
In the Waggin' Wagon app. After each trip a fresh gallery of your dog's day appears, and you can track pickup in real time too.
How do I get started?
Join the Waggin' Crew and we'll set up your free meet & greet. Once we've met your pup, you're ready to book their first adventure.
Trusted & certified
Insured & bonded
Red Cross Pet First Aid & CPR
Your pup is in safe hands
Fully insured and trained for the unexpected — so you can relax while they're on their adventure.
Insured & bondedRed Cross Pet First Aid & CPRReady for the best day of your dog's week?
Tell us about your pup and we'll reach out to set up a free meet & greet. No commitment — just a chance for us to meet your very good dog.
Prefer to just ask first? Email amanda@officialwagginwagon.com
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You're in! Thanks, friend.
We've got your pup's details and we'll reach out soon to set up a free meet & greet.
Want a head start? Download the app to book trips and see photos after every adventure.