Dog Boarding in Chicago
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âPenelopeâs stay was exceptional! Yeju took such amazing care of her while we were away, we didnât worry one bit while out of town. We received daily photo and progress updates, and she even sent her home with cookies! Will absolutely be booking again when we travel.â
âThis was Chase's second time with Ashley and it was just as good as the first! She is very attentive and sends plenty of pictures. She put a medicated foam in his itchy spots twice per day. And chase got plenty of play time and attention. Highly recommend booking with Ashley!â
âAmazing sitter! My senior dog really enjoyed his stay at Omarâs and he came back so tired afterwards. Would recommend Omar and canât wait to reach out to him again!â
âAndrea took perfect care of my pup Lucy - she took her on long walks and ran her around in the park. Iâd love to have Lucy stay again sometime. Qâ
âNathan was really wonderful throughout the whole Process. I have a foster pup whoâs a bit reactive around food and Nathan was willing to answer all my questions, schedule a meet and greet, and even problem solved ways to make my pup feel less anxious when staying with them. Will definitely be returning for more pup stays.â
âLoved the daily updates with pictures and videos. Made us feel comfy and happy that we booked with you. Also appreciated you taking him out to the dog park, playing with him inside, taking him on walks, and putting him in his crate for nap time/at night. Would book with you again! Thank you so so much for the great care!â
âAndrea was consistently communicative throughout my dogâs stay - I felt comfortable going out of town because she kept my dog safe and happy! Not only did Andrea accept my last minute boarding request but she made sure to clarify any questions to ensure that my dog was well taken care of. I would book her again!â
âAnn did an excellent job dogsitting. She communicates effectively and thoroughly. She sent updates and pictures. Drop-off and pick-up was smooth. Classy was so happy after his visit. Thank you, Ann.â
âTimothy was a wonderful sitter ! He shared updates and photos regularly and gave my dog extra food because I didnât pack enough. He was also very gracious to let me extend my booking on short notice due to travel delays. Highly recommend Timothy and hope we can book with him again !â
âI was recommended to E through a good friend. It felt like a huge win! The location was 0.3 miles from my home and her family was willing to take my miniature GoldenDoodle Ellie at the last minute to accommodate my complex work schedule. I couldnât have been happier with how clean and pet friendly their home is. I got over 25 pictures and a video sharing Ellieâs adventures throughout the evening. It was so reassuring and comforting to know that my baby was with a family that was ? treating her like she was their own. I just picked her up and Iâve already scheduled her next stay. You wonât regret leaving your fur baby with E and her family! A special thank you to Neil and the boys for letting her cuddle and play with you. She is forever grateful! See you soon. Xoxoâ
âJennifer is excellent!! Total lifesaver taking my dog at the last minute for several days while I was out of town. I loved the videos and pics!! So nice to know our dog was having as much fun as we were đđđâ
âKatie was phenomenal. She provided excellent care to our poodle. She was extremely responsive over text. Our dog came back very happy and tired from all the excitement she had while staying with Katie. Would happily book again.â
âBola took great care of my pup child. Rhea received lots of love and was definitely spoiled. (I can tell) lol Bola was responsive and sent updates and videos of Rhea. Rhea really likes Bryce and I hope they become long-term pup friends. I would definitely book again without giving it a second thought.â
âWas excellent leaving Milo in Tamaraâs care; super responsive and flexible, sent regular updates, had a very clean home with super cute dogs. Would happily recommend and rebook.â
âAngel is a great communicator. He takes such good care of my old pup. He find inventive things for her to do, to make her comfortable, and even encourage her to eat! So thankful for him!â
âSam took great care of my boy Kimi when I was out of town. I appreciated the daily updates, pictures and videos! She made sure Kimi stayed warm when snow storm hit and made Kimi felt like being at home. Would definitely choose Sam again if I need a sitter in the future!â
âOMG!!! LAN saved the day for us!! Our usual sitter was unable to keep our Chyna and we contacted Lan right away. She was so pleasant and treated out baby very well. We will definitely use her again đ¤â
â10/10! Susan was an amazing host to my little guy! He loved his time there. Susan is great with communication & sends plenty of pics! Iâll most definitely book again !â
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David dog sat my pup for a 2nd time while I was out of town and once again, he was the best. It was my dogâs birthday while I was gone and David went out of his way to buy him special birthday treats to celebrate him. My pup didnât even turn around and look back when I dropped him off. He was so excited to see David and play with his dogs again. Will definitely be using him again and highly recommend!
Che has been absolutely 10-stars stellar from initial communication at booking, through boarding and updates and making sure Marley is adjusting and eating and having a good time, all the way through to drop off. Prompt, friendly, dog whisperer. Cannot recommend enough. It really felt like a home away from home immediately for Marley. Thanks Che!
Amy was amazing with our corgis and took such great care of them. She sent daily pupdates that made us smile and gave us so much peace of mind. You could tell our dogs were happy, comfortable, and truly loved while we were away. We felt completely at ease leaving them with her and would absolutely book again.
Ashley took such great care of Goose! He had so much fun, I loved seeing the video and photo updates. He is usually introverted and prefers human companionship, but he was making friends and playing with the other dogs in her care! You can tell she is very experienced and knowledgeable about animals and their personalities. I would highly recommend her to care for your pet đĽ°
Steven is honestly the best! Very communicative, very caring, and responsible. My dog had an injury the day before I drop her off, and Steven did a wonderful job not only giving her meds and care, but also keep me closely posted. I would recommend to anyone and I will certainly work with you again!
Andrea was consistently communicative throughout my dogâs stay - I felt comfortable going out of town because she kept my dog safe and happy! Not only did Andrea accept my last minute boarding request but she made sure to clarify any questions to ensure that my dog was well taken care of. I would book her again!
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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Chicago is $50
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Sitters in Chicago average 8 repeat dog boarding clients
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As of Feb 2026, 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 $71 per night.
As of Feb 2026, 4,755 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 dogâs 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 youâre awayâwhether itâs 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 whoâd love to socialize with their sitterâs pets
There are 4,755 dog boarding sitters in Chicago on Rover, so youâre sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Chicago, 93% of sitters offer daily exercise, 95% offer medication administration, and 88% 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 dogâs 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 itâsometimes 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 sitterâs cancellation policy.
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