Hey, I’m Julia and I love dogs.

When I adopted my very first dog, Basil, in 2020 I had no idea that she would change my life forever.

Basil had been returned to the shelter multiple times, had a bite history, and was generally scared of everything. I made it my mission to learn how to be her best advocate, meet her where she was, and give her all the love that she had missed out on before I met her. During that time I discovered my passion for taking care of animals, especially those that are often left behind.

In the summer of 2024, I left my desk job to make dog walking my primary job. This finally felt like I had found what I was supposed to be doing - I met so many amazing dogs & their people and haven’t turned back!

When I lost Basil at the end of 2024 I promised her that I would do everything I could to continue to take care of dogs like her. I started No Dog Left Behind to honor her, work with animals on my own terms, and to be an advocate for all dogs.

BECOME A CLIENT

My Specialties:

Reactivity

High Anxiety

Aggression

10+ Years of Experience

Comfortable with animals of all breeds, sizes, and temperaments

My Approach:

Positive Reinforcement

Building Trust

Consistency and Patience

  • "I’ve been using Julia as my dog walker for the past six months, and I can’t say enough wonderful things about her! She has been such a gift to both me and my 8-year-old chow, Bear. From meeting her the first time, I knew Bear was in loving, capable hands. Rain or shine, Julia shows up with a smile and on the days Bear decides to be a little extra stubborn (as she does sometimes!), she’s incredibly patient and kind. Julia sends the sweetest updates and photos that always brighten my day and reassure me that Bear is happy, safe, and getting treats for being a good girl!! Additionally, Julia goes above and beyond. She’s helped bring in packages, and even saved my keys when I accidentally left them in the door. It’s rare to find someone so dependable, thoughtful, and genuinely caring."

    -Molly T.

  • "We are so grateful and happy to have found Julia - with no one more happy than our golden, Apollo! Julia is the most reliable and trustworthy walker and Apollo is always so excited when she arrives to take him on his afternoon walk. She has been such a life saver with our hectic schedules and I can’t thank her enough for how much love and care she shows our little guy! "

    -Micaela W.

  • "Julia does an excellent job walking and caring for our dogs. She has seem to become a part of our care team for our family."

    -Windy City Dog Walkers Client

  • "Julia was so kind as to clean up an accident my dog had before taking her out for her walk. She also made sure she had water and was comfortable before leaving our apartment. "

    -Wag! Client

  • "Great communication and arrived when she said she would. Def would use her again."

    -Wag! Client

  • "Julia was great with my senior Boxer! Totally recommend."

    -Wag! Client

FAQs

  • Before becoming a regular client you will fill out my “New Client Questionnaire” and I will send you a link to book a free Meet & Greet session! This gives us time to meet in person, talk further about your walk needs are, and make sure we are a good fit! After that, there is a ‘Client Agreement’ to sign and then you’re ready to start booking walks!

  • Each walk has a different price depending on the length plus any add-ons, like an additional dog. All prices are listed on the scheduling page!

  • Short answer - yes! Booking in advance lets me plan out my schedule so I can ensure I have plenty of time to give attention to each and every dog. Please book your walks at least 48 hours in advance. However, I know things happen and you might find yourself needing a last minute walk. Please don’t hesitate to reach out, there is always a chance I have room!

  • Walks canceled 24 hours in advance or more will be issued a full refund. In the event of a cancellation within 24 hours of the scheduled walk, the deposit will be forfeited. If you need to cancel due to extreme weather, please see our policies pages for more information.

  • Your dog should have a well-fitted collar or harness, a leash, and poop bags. For more information please see our Equipment Policy.

    Treats, water bottles, jackets, booties, and towels are all amazing things to have accessible too!

  • Yes! No Dog Left Behind has insurance through Pet Care Insurance.

  • Yes, but my availability is limited.

    Please reach out to me directly to confirm availability and to receive the booking link. A non-refundable deposit of $25 per day is required to reserve your dates. The remaining balance will be invoiced after the sit is complete. For more information on pricing please visit the Pet Sitting Price Sheet page.