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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.

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.

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.

01

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.

04

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.

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:

The Waggin' Wagon crew picks up the next dog
The pickup
Dogs playing at the park on a Waggin' Wagon field trip
Park playtime
The dogs arrive at their field trip destination
Arrival at the park
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. A little merch for the pack — and every order helps keep the treats stocked.

Secure checkout by Stripe. Free local delivery on the wagon's route.
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
Book a free meet & greet

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 of Waggin' Wagon

Amanda

Founder & Pack Leader

Started Waggin' Wagon to give local dogs real adventure — and knows every pup on the route by name.

Grandpa Al

Grandpa Al

Wagon Wrangler

Retired, but never one to sit still. Rides shotgun and makes sure every dog gets a belly rub.

Amelia

Amelia

Junior Pack Pal

Twelve years old and the crew's most enthusiastic ball-thrower and treat-dispenser.

Tilly, the resident dog

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

Your pup is in safe hands

Fully insured and trained for the unexpected — so you can relax while they're on their adventure.

Pet Care Business Insurance sealInsured & bonded
American Red Cross Pet First Aid & CPR CertifiedRed Cross Pet First Aid & CPR

Ready 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