Dog Boarding in Chicago
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Top rated Chicago dog boarders
“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.”
“E is a highly communicative and caring Rover. She regularly tried different approaches to make my dog feel comfortable in a new environment. I would highly recommend.”
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.
“Always helpful and accommodating, so communicative ! Milo is always so excited to stay at her place. Happy to have such a reliable dog sitter that I can trust.”
“Ashley watched my baby while I was at work all day. He’s older now, has separation anxiety, can’t be left alone and has a grade 5 murmur so low stress is so important. He seemed to be having the best time with her!! I literally never leave him with anyone outside family anymore so this was a big step for us and I couldn’t have asked for any better.”
“Prerna was such a great sitter for Penny. She sat for Penny for about 12 days so it was a long visit! She was consistent with her schedule, with her updates, and pictures. Even though it was her first time sitting for Penny and with the long duration, I was comforted by the regular updates, pictures and videos. I would absolutely work with Prerna again, she is a great sitter!!!”
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!
“Lisette was awesome! I always felt confident that my pup was in good hands and she was great with communication & updates. She was also accommodating with pickup & dropoff times, which was a plus. Would definitely love to have Jax stay with her again! Thanks, Lisette 😌”
“Kris and Daniel were great! First, they were so quick to reply to my sitting request and kept that responsiveness throughout the sitting. I could tell Cali loved her time w them and their other dogs. Will book again! <3”
“Katrina loves dogs and did an amazing job watching Moku! She asked all the key questions and provided us with updates and photos every day! Moku clearly had a great time!”
“OMG she was wonderful. Her space was nice and clean she checked in everyday with me I was running late she assured me it was ok my dog went on play dates and much more. I would definitely be using her every time.”
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!
“Barbara, thank you for always taking such good care of our senior Yorkie, Dallas. We can tell how comfortable he feels staying, with you and it means a lot to us.”
“Cecile and Michael were great with Lucy! They were extremely accommodating to meet me and Lucy prior to booking and were great to provide updates during Lucy’s stay with them!”
“Toojan is unbelievably attentive and communicative, not to mention a great pet photographer. Not only did she provide great care for our cat, Ginny, she also sent us some of the best pictures anyone has ever taken of the little fuzzball. Never once felt worried about Ginny or uncertain. Toojan is going to be our go-to on Rover going forward.”
“Yeju was great!! She gave an update each day with pictures and took my pup on plenty of walks. She even baked some dog treats to share when picking up. 10/10 would book again!”
“Lan was absolutely amazing with our pup Goose for a last minute 10 day stay! He got lots of attention and we got a lot of pictures and updates! Lan followed all the care instructions perfectly and we couldn’t have asked for more! We highly recommend Lan for any pet care you might need!!”
“Sarah was very sweet with our older dog. She sends great updates and pictures, she's prompt to respond, and is flexible. All the things you hope for in a caregiver for your pet. Already booked again because of how well she cared for Zorra.”
“First time using DogVacay, and selected Stacy R to take care of KiKi. Before our vacation started, we lost KiKi's best friend Abbott very suddenly (Corgi) which caused us all great heartache. Stacy R had great reviews, a super sweet rescue of her own Joe (Boxer) and others raved about her good communication and avid walking schedule. KiKi struggled a bit early on as he was still in a funk over the severe recent changes at home. Stacy R worked through it with patience and care. KiKi came home in excellent health, clean and happy. Stacy R is organized, professional and trustworthy. Highly recommend her and will call upon her again in the future. Thanks Stacy R and a shout out to Bill who took to filling some big shoes for me while I was away. Thanks again. Doug M.”
“Jennifer is amazing, she is so flexible with scheduling and has a great set up to board dogs. She cared for Dakota so well and it was great knowing Dakota was able to play with other doggies during her stay.”
“Dani took such great care of my dog, Carl! Her home is cozy, and she took him on adventures to the park and beach. She also sends plenty of updates/pics. He was a tired and happy guy when he arrived back home!”
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Emily S.Star Sitter
“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.”
E K.
“E is a highly communicative and caring Rover. She regularly tried different approaches to make my dog feel comfortable in a new environment. I would highly recommend.”
K9 UniversityLocal facility
“My dog has been going to K9 University for about 8 years. When I’m out of town or not I take him there for doggy daycare. They take care of his grooming. I also have enrolled my dog into their classes for nose work, agility and obedience and my dog absolutely loves it. I am also satisfied with the results and experience of K9 University INC. Their staff members are well trained and they all practice the same delivery of services, for instance, what one staff members provide in quality customer services so does the remaining 5 staff members, therefore the quality you receive from this company isn’t compromised; moreover, they go above and beyond. They are all very professional and possess a wonderful attitude – they look very happy to be there. I’ll most definitely recommend using K9 University INC.”
Tamara J.Star Sitter
“Always helpful and accommodating, so communicative ! Milo is always so excited to stay at her place. Happy to have such a reliable dog sitter that I can trust.”
Angel V.
“Randall was having stomach issues before being dropped off to Angel. He kept me updated and gave great care. Happiest dog ever after Angel watches him.”
Ashley M.Star Sitter
“Ashley watched my baby while I was at work all day. He’s older now, has separation anxiety, can’t be left alone and has a grade 5 murmur so low stress is so important. He seemed to be having the best time with her!! I literally never leave him with anyone outside family anymore so this was a big step for us and I couldn’t have asked for any better.”
Prerna S.
“Prerna was such a great sitter for Penny. She sat for Penny for about 12 days so it was a long visit! She was consistent with her schedule, with her updates, and pictures. Even though it was her first time sitting for Penny and with the long duration, I was comforted by the regular updates, pictures and videos. I would absolutely work with Prerna again, she is a great sitter!!!”
Sit SocialLocal facility
“My dog Trudy and I LOVE Sit Social! All of the staff members are so kind and professional and treat Trudy like their own dog. Daycare at Sit Social is worth every penny, especially knowing that my dog is being cared for by people who love her and gets to play with other dogs her size.”
Lisette S.Star Sitter
“Lisette was awesome! I always felt confident that my pup was in good hands and she was great with communication & updates. She was also accommodating with pickup & dropoff times, which was a plus. Would definitely love to have Jax stay with her again! Thanks, Lisette 😌”
Kris & Daniel P.Star Sitter
“Kris and Daniel were great! First, they were so quick to reply to my sitting request and kept that responsiveness throughout the sitting. I could tell Cali loved her time w them and their other dogs. Will book again! <3”
Hua “Katrina” F.Star Sitter
“Katrina loves dogs and did an amazing job watching Moku! She asked all the key questions and provided us with updates and photos every day! Moku clearly had a great time!”
Daphnay S.Star Sitter
“OMG she was wonderful. Her space was nice and clean she checked in everyday with me I was running late she assured me it was ok my dog went on play dates and much more. I would definitely be using her every time.”
Posh Pet ClubLocal facility
“Chance tends to be anxious around people and other dogs, but by the time I picked him up, he was relaxed and seemed comfortable with the staff and other dogs. He was also happily exhausted from playing all day, which was a great bonus. We'll definitely be coming back!”
Barbara M.Star Sitter
“Barbara, thank you for always taking such good care of our senior Yorkie, Dallas. We can tell how comfortable he feels staying, with you and it means a lot to us.”
Cecile S.Star Sitter
“Cecile and Michael were great with Lucy! They were extremely accommodating to meet me and Lucy prior to booking and were great to provide updates during Lucy’s stay with them!”
Toojan A.Star Sitter
“Toojan is unbelievably attentive and communicative, not to mention a great pet photographer. Not only did she provide great care for our cat, Ginny, she also sent us some of the best pictures anyone has ever taken of the little fuzzball. Never once felt worried about Ginny or uncertain. Toojan is going to be our go-to on Rover going forward.”
Yeju K.
“Yeju was great!! She gave an update each day with pictures and took my pup on plenty of walks. She even baked some dog treats to share when picking up. 10/10 would book again!”
Ann V.Star Sitter
“Ann is amazing. She has watched my doggie twice and has been very communicative with us and loving towards him each time. Highly recommend!!!”
Lan P.
“Lan was absolutely amazing with our pup Goose for a last minute 10 day stay! He got lots of attention and we got a lot of pictures and updates! Lan followed all the care instructions perfectly and we couldn’t have asked for more! We highly recommend Lan for any pet care you might need!!”
Sarah B.Star Sitter
“Sarah was very sweet with our older dog. She sends great updates and pictures, she's prompt to respond, and is flexible. All the things you hope for in a caregiver for your pet. Already booked again because of how well she cared for Zorra.”
Stacey R.
“First time using DogVacay, and selected Stacy R to take care of KiKi. Before our vacation started, we lost KiKi's best friend Abbott very suddenly (Corgi) which caused us all great heartache. Stacy R had great reviews, a super sweet rescue of her own Joe (Boxer) and others raved about her good communication and avid walking schedule. KiKi struggled a bit early on as he was still in a funk over the severe recent changes at home. Stacy R worked through it with patience and care. KiKi came home in excellent health, clean and happy. Stacy R is organized, professional and trustworthy. Highly recommend her and will call upon her again in the future. Thanks Stacy R and a shout out to Bill who took to filling some big shoes for me while I was away. Thanks again. Doug M.”
Jennifer N.Star Sitter
“Jennifer is amazing, she is so flexible with scheduling and has a great set up to board dogs. She cared for Dakota so well and it was great knowing Dakota was able to play with other doggies during her stay.”
Dani B.Star Sitter
“Dani took such great care of my dog, Carl! Her home is cozy, and she took him on adventures to the park and beach. She also sends plenty of updates/pics. He was a tired and happy guy when he arrived back home!”
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Only Rover provides comprehensive Chicago dog boarding options that meet your dog's unique needs. Anxious or special needs dogs who prefer a 1:1 environment are a good fit for in-home dog boarding, while energetic pups who benefit from socialization and activity are a good fit for dog boarding facilities.
As of Aug 2025, the median cost of dog boarding in Chicago is $50 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $350. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs, and their space's amenities. As a result, most Chicago dog boarding rates can be found as low as $26 to as high as $69 per night.
As of Aug 2025, 4,618 sitters provided dog boarding in Chicago. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect sitter near you. As a reminder, dog boarding sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your dog’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple sitters about your booking. Typically, 90% of Chicago dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Chicago have an average of 15 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 8 repeat clients. Experience can vary from sitter to sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare sitters in Chicago.
Rover makes it easy to find Chicago dog boarding sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your dog into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Dog boarding is great for:
- Dogs of all ages and abilities, including puppies
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
- Dogs who’d love to socialize with their sitter’s pets
There are 4,618 dog boarding sitters in Chicago on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Chicago, 94% of sitters offer daily exercise, 95% offer medication administration, and 87% have experience with senior dogs and dogs with special needs. We know each dog is unique and may have specific care instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect dog boarding sitter near you. As a reminder, sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your dog’s safety.
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your dog boarding sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your pet is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
Note: If your dog boarding sitter requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.
We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your dog boarding service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.
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