Dog Boarding in Avondale, Chicago

“Christin kept us up to date on Scout’s happenings and sent daily pictures/videos. Scout made a new friend with the their dog as well. Great communication and put us at ease while we were away.”

Rachel W.

“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.

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!

“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 is a great communicator and Dakota loves her! She has been a huge help to give Dakota a fun space so we can enjoy a day at Wrigley and not worry. I highly recommend Megan!”

Natalie O.

“Andrew was very helpful! He was able to accommodate my dog and I last minute and sent me good updates during the stay. Definitely would recommend!”

Pawl R.

“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.

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.

“John and Ryan were the best!! They were able to watch Wilson somewhat last minute and were so easy to work with. Sent lots of updates and pics, Wilson had the BEST TIME, I think he was sad to return lol. Thank you guys!!”

Rachel N.

“Diana and her husband took great care of Santi! She even put his crate in their bedroom. 🙏🏼 She has a beautiful grassy yard for the pups to play in. Would gladly rebook with her again!”

Yasmine A.

“Yahret and her family showed Diesel a great time while I was away. They treated him like he was their family dog and gave him plenty of attention. I'd recommend Yahret to anyone with a dog who needs a caring person to watch them during a trip.”

Scott K.

“Wow! What a great 1st time experience! Ian was nothing short of great to our pup Maverick! Genuinely so caring and attentive! Sent the cutest photos and videos and loved on our golden doodle so well. Highly recommend. Communicative and so responsive 10/10 experience. Thanks Ian.”

Audrey C.

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!

“Indy loved staying with Marcos. I’ve never felt more comfortable leaving my old girl behind with someone. Will gladly book with Marcos again.”

Shelagh R.

“Emily watched my senior dog, Chloe for 4 days while I was out of town. Chloe is on a ton of meds and is a very anxious girl so I get nervous when I have to leave her. Emily was super communicative and sent lots of pics. She followed directions very well and Chloe seemed to really like her! I highly recommend booking Emily.”

Patty M.

“Joerg and Lake were fantastic with our pup! You can tell they are really kind hearted people who love animals. We got regular updates and felt super comfortable during our trip knowing Sully was in good hands. Will definitely be re booking with them!!”

Sneha G.

“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.

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.

“Angel is very caring and always sent interesting updates on our dog! Always a pleasure to read his comment everyday. This is the second time we board our dog with Angel and for sure will book again”

Sophia Y.

“Nina was amazing with my dog, Javi! Super willing to meet before hand to make sure Javi was comfortable, and was communicative during the stay. Javi is an anxious dog, so when he seems to settle in and like where he stays, I know I can trust the sitter again. Would definitely recommend Nina!!”

Rebecca C.

“Alma was amazing with Luka! She was so kind, even when Luka had an accident in her kitchen, and kept me updated with photos and videos. Luka came back happy and relaxed. Highly recommend her for loving and reliable care!”

Zoey S

“Ying is AMAZING and took great care of my little Duva. Ying allowed us to do a meet & greet, which helped Duva feel more comfortable during his stay. I have a VERY anxious and shy dog, but Ying handled him with lots of care and patience. By the end of his stay, Duva didn't want to leave! (which lets me know he was comfortable and happy). Ying sent lots of updates and pictures throughout his boarding, which helped me stay at ease. I would 100% recommend Ying to care for your pup (:”

Itzel R.

“Andrew is great! Treble enjoys his time there and has a furry friend to play with as well. I have a hard time bringing my dog back because he loves it there so much. If you need someone to not only watch your dog but care for them and treat them well, look no further!”

Anthony N.

“Chad and his wife were exceptional! I felt so at ease with my pup Olive in their care. Chad was extremely kind, loving with Olive, very responsible and communicated with me during the entire visit. I’m already using him again for a trip in a week. Thank you Chad!!”

Anna H.