Business Details
15 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Partner for Pet Services in Darien, IL
Since 2011, 4 Legs and a Leash has been dedicated to providing exceptional pet care services rooted in compassion and reliability. Our mission is to ensure every animal receives personalized attention through custom care plans developed by a team of trained professionals. All team members undergo rigorous background checks, intensive training, and maintain bonding and insurance for client peace of mind. We specialize in dog walking, in-home pet sitting, kitty care, and even chicken sitting, serving Burr Ridge, Clarendon Hills, Darien, and surrounding areas. Our commitment to transparency and communication builds lasting trust with pet owners, while our 30-minute visit structure ensures thorough care with detailed service reports.As a family-owned business, we treat every pet as part of our own family, offering flexible scheduling and emergency accommodations. Our partnerships with the ASPCA and Hinsdale Humane Society reflect our dedication to animal welfare, and our client portal streamlines scheduling and payments. Testimonials consistently highlight our reliability, professionalism, and the visible joy our services bring to pets. Whether managing medication, providing exercise, or maintaining household security during absences, we combine expertise with genuine care to deliver services that exceed expectations.
Services
Dog Walking
Pet Sitting
Kitty Care
Chicken Sitting
In-Home Consultation
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- Family-owned since 2011 with proven reliability and personalized care
- All staff bonded, insured, and trained in Pet First Aid/CPR
- Detailed service reports with photos and potty habit tracking
- Flexible scheduling including emergency accommodations
- Serving Darien, IL and surrounding communities with local expertise
Associations and certifications
- ASPCA
- Hinsdale Humane Society
What people say
Wonderful
Reliable
Treated like family
Excellent service
Highly recommend
Services
Dog Walking
Personalized 30-minute walks ensure dogs receive necessary exercise and bathroom breaks. Services include fresh water provision, feeding if required, and detailed reports tracking potty habits and activity levels. Walkers provide real-time check-in/check-out updates with photo documentation.
Pet Sitting
Customized in-home visits for pets preferring familiar environments. Each 30-minute session includes feeding, hydration, medication administration, and environmental monitoring. Detailed reports document eating patterns, bathroom habits, and security checks like mail/package collection during owner absences.
Kitty Care
Tailored 15-30 minute visits addressing feline needs through feeding, hydration, and playtime. Services include litter box maintenance and behavioral monitoring, with photo updates and activity reports ensuring owner peace of mind during extended absences.
Chicken Sitting
Specialized service maintaining chicken health through daily feeding, egg collection, and coop security checks. Caregivers follow established routines while providing enrichment activities, ensuring birds remain safe and well-maintained during owner travel.
In-Home Consultation
Complimentary introductory visits allowing personalized care plan development. Professionals assess pet behavior, household requirements, and specific needs to create customized service strategies before initiating regular care schedules.
People
Sharon Wollenberg
Owner/Founder
Pet care expert with 14+ years of experience creating customized solutions. Prioritizes animal comfort through personalized attention and maintains rigorous staff training standards. Passionate about connecting pets with trusted caregivers.
Bob
Pet Care Specialist
Certified specialist known for exceptional animal handling skills. Focuses on building trust with pets through consistent routines. Recognized for compassionate care and emergency response capabilities.
Nichole
Manager
Animal welfare advocate with shelter experience. Specializes in working with shy or special needs pets. Implements behavior modification techniques while maintaining strict care protocols.
Marija
Pet Care Specialist
Veteran animal caretaker with rescue program expertise. Applies shelter management skills to private pet care. Focuses on creating stress-free environments for all animals.
Barb
Pet Care Specialist
Certified therapy dog handler with scent work expertise. Combines training techniques with compassionate care. Specializes in working with high-energy breeds through structured exercise routines.
Questions
What pet services do you offer?
We provide dog walking, in-home pet sitting, kitty care, chicken sitting, and complimentary consultation visits.
Do you handle special needs pets?
Yes, our trained staff accommodates medication administration, mobility challenges, and behavioral requirements.
Are services available during emergencies?
We offer emergency care accommodations with advance notice and availability.
How do you communicate visit details?
Clients receive detailed reports with photos, check-in times, and behavioral observations after each visit.
What areas do you service?
We serve Darien, Burr Ridge, Clarendon Hills, Hinsdale, and surrounding communities.
Are staff members trained?
All team members undergo background checks, pet first aid training, and bonding requirements.
