Dog Boarding in Albany Park, Chicago

“Tilly stayed with Adam for a whole week and truly appreciated the services! I had some moving start and end times due to a last minute change to flying and Adam was very accommodating. She is happy to see him and makes me enjoy my trip much more knowing she seems very content and happy while I am away!”

Haylee H.

“Ariel has the option of picking up and bringing back home your pet, which is very useful, she is very responsive, she sent me pictures of my pet every day, and even bring her home with a bath. I’m surely going back with her.”

Patricia V.

About: At Stay, your pet’s safety and wellness are our top priority. Our staff is trained in dog behavior, CPR, and first aid. All dogs undergo a temperament test to ensure they are comfortable and safe to join our groups. We consider size and temperament offering a variety of options to meet each dog's needs. Our facility has 24-hour surveillance and is climate-controlled for comfort. We uphold high hygiene standards, with daily cleaning and disinfecting of kennels and playrooms. All water bowls and blankets are washed daily, and we use medical-grade air purifiers to enhance air quality.

“Eloisa is an absolute sweetheart and takes such great care of my baby! She has watched my dog twice now and both times my baby came was happy throughout her stay and returned happy and healthy (and worn out from the fun she was having!) She always keeps me updated throughout the stay and goes the extra mile to make her comfortable. 10/10 I highly recommend!”

Laura S.

“I had a last minute emergency and had to leave town and my pup behind. Thankfully, Rachel and Vincent were accommodating and flexible! I got plenty of communication with questions and updates throughout the day, putting me at ease. Thank you so much!”

Deanna M.

“My dog Quigley had an amazing weekend with Diana and Scott. They took him to lots of fun places and we’re sure to update me every day! They were very professional and I look forward to using them for my pet care needs in the future!”

Maddy K.

“Megan and her girls were amazing with our fur baby! We boarded him for 5 days and received photos every day. He came back so exhausted and had such a good time and play. Megan also provided so many snacks and treats and a bath. Loved this experience and highly recommend!!!!”

Jack E.

About: Our experienced and trained team closely monitor all interactions to ensure a safe and controlled environment. We maintain small play groups and each playtime is closely supervised ensuring playtime remains fun and safe for everyone. We keep a very clean and positive environment and we monitor all pets for signs of illness or injury throughout their stay. While we take every precaution to prevent accidents, we are prepared to handle emergencies should they arise. We believe in transparency and open communication with pet parents. We send our daily report cards that includes who your pet played with, what were their favorite activities, photos and videos. Most importantly, we have scheduled nap times between long playtimes to encourage a happy and well rested dog that’ll promote good socialization and play behavior!

“Corina was fantastic, she responds quickly to messages and goes above and beyond to make sure our little dog is looked after. She really helped us out when we needed urgent dog care, and we are very thankful for her kindness.”

Jessica P.

“Laura was incredible with Finni! We can tell Finni was given some much love, care, and attention while we were away. Finni was on a special diet at the time of his stay and Laura was incredibly accommodating with it. She provided frequent updates to let us know Finni was doing well during his stay!”

Emily A.

“Jonathon couldn’t have been a better choice to take care of our puppy, Beverly. She is a 95lb big baby mastiff who has never spent a day without us and needs a lot of attention and cuddles keep her happy. Our honeymoon was 12 days long and I was very nervous leaving her for that long. Jonathon sent us lots of pictures and it was very obvious that she was happy and safe in their care and allowed me to relax and enjoy our trip. Can’t recommend them enough and so happy to have found a sitter we trust with our precious very large baby!”

Elizabeth Y.

“Heather and her husband, Octavio, watched our dog Lulu while we were out of town for a few days. She sent numerous photos and updates throughout Lulu's stay with them and asked questions about Lulu to get a better understanding about her. We would definitely book another stay with Heather and Octavio.”

Patricia K.

About: Our trained and loving staff provide quality care. We have a rigorous first day evaluation/ 'interview' process for all dogs in our care to ensure only the most well behaved and social pups are approved to be in playgroup. We keep small playgroups of 15 to 20 dogs. We take hourly potty breaks, have toy playtime, outdoor mini pool pawties in the summer to keep cool, and so much more!

“Corey and Robert were amazing sitters for our puppy. Obi had a wonderful time, and I appreciate all the pictures and videos that Corey shared with us. Obi was in great hands!”

Erin C.

“John & Ryan took wonderful care of our dog, Freddie. He was the perfect playmate for Bruno. John & Ryan gave us consistent updates and pictures so we were rest assured he was in great hands! We will book again.”

Sarah B.

“Ian did a wonderful job taking care of Bruno when I was traveling for 12 days. He sent lots of pictures everyday. Bruno loved the other dogs that were staying with Ian, and I could tell that Ian cares a lot about keeping all of the dogs safe and happy, even taking Bruno out for his own walk every day. It’s clear how much Ian loves each dog he cares for - Thanks again!!”

Isha M.

“Brian is wonderful. He and his family were so accommodating to our shifting pick up times due to family circumstances. And they took such great care of our boy. His stay was over the holidays, and Brian was so thoughtful to get Indy a Christmas chew toy of his own. He also was so great and proactive about sending daily updates and photos - that hasn’t always been our experience with others. Such a great stay, and Indy will be happy to go back to his new friends when the occasion arises.”

Eryn S.

About: At K9 University, we have comprehensive safety guidelines and cleaning protocols in place to ensure the health and safety of all dogs in our care. All team members complete extensive training in canine behavior, cleaning, sanitizing, and emergency protocols to ensure all standards are met in our facility daily.  Kennel attendants are always present in the playgroup to proactively manage the dogs; attendants are skilled in identifying behavior signals and de-escalating interactions in group, while also ensuring a fun & positive experience for all our canine clients. Our facility is equipped with large, secure kennels and dogs can take advantage of our spacious runs and kennels for both play and rest time. Our facility is staffed 24/7 by trained team members, as well as equipped with video surveillance and secure fencing in all play areas.

“We cannot thank Doug and Deb enough for taking such amazing care of Nina while we were away! They were incredibly attentive, making sure all of her special meals were prepared perfectly and understanding that this was her first time staying away from home. They kept us updated with photos and were always quick to respond to any messages, which gave us so much peace of mind. Nina seemed so comfortable and well cared for the entire time. Doug and Deb truly went above and beyond, and we’re so grateful for their kindness and dedication. Highly recommend them to anyone looking for reliable and caring pet sitters!”

Laís B.

“This is our second stay with Joerg, Lake, and Lizzie and we’ll certainly be back. Phoebe was sick prior to her stay and since I couldn’t postpone my trip I gave them specific instructions for her recovery. She did splendidly and was back to her self when I returned. It was so great to have peace of mind that she was in loving and capable hands!”

Sophia S.

“Jessie was calm and happy upon pickup. Brian took good care of him. This was our second time leaving Jessie with Brian and we would do it again.”

Rima B.

“Tammy had a great setup with plenty of beds and comfy spaces for Dolly. Dolly loved the personal attention and wanted to immediately go back inside at pickup, a great sign! Tammy is responsive and responsible, and we were very happy with her!”

Megan S.

“Very pleased with how our high energy puppy was treated. Ivana was quite thorough and also accessible for status reports. Would definitely plan to use again.”

Kevin Edward W.

“James was communicative, sent daily pictures, and offered a GREAT home for Tully for the weekend. She can be a handful, so knowing she was being well looked after was a great comfort. Your dog will definitely have a home full of love and company with James and his family!”

John M.