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“We left Ralph with Yiyan for 9 hours and during that time she sent plenty of updates and photos that showed he was comfortable and having fun. This was our first Rover experience since moving back to Chicago and it went so smoothly. Would highly recommend her, especially to fellow dachshund owners!”



“We had an amazing experience with Bobby’s daycare! E took excellent care of him, and we felt completely at ease knowing he was in good hands. Bobby came back happy and well-exercised. We truly appreciated about her attention to detail and care. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a reliable and loving daycare for their dog!”


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.

“Excellent dog care! I booked this because the regular sitter was out of town and was most pleased. Now I know who my next regular sitter would be, should something change with my current one.”



“Ashley and her daughter Marina are incredibly conscientious and caring. Every time I bring my dog to their place, he is excited to run up the stairs and be reunited with his extended family. He truly loves them, and I can see how much they love him as well. 10/10, would recommend Ashley’s services to anyone!”


“Amy provided exceptional care for Maeve during her time at daycare. Maeve had an amazing time playing with her new friend Frank, and Amy treated her with the same warmth and attention as if she were her own. I highly recommend Amy and look forward to booking with her again!”



“Great first day of daycare. Jennifer is very experienced with dogs and was super understanding of my nervous pup, who ended up having a great time!”


“David was fantastic! Our Frenchie, Olive, had an amazing day/evening with D & J. They are so loving and communicative. Olive was so well cared for and had a great time! David sent tons of photos and communicated with us throughout the stay. We will definitely work with them again. It couldn't have gone better. Thanks for a great experience D & J!!”


“Ania was absolutely fabulous with my boy! Took him for a nice long walk. I could tell when I picked him up that he had really bonded with her.”


About: I've been taking care of pets since the I was 12. My family and I have had one english bulldog. Currently we have two french bulldogs, so I understand the importance of the care of bulldogs as well as Chihuahuas! I have always been the go to person to care for and groom our pets. I'm currently in college full time. However, it is online so I have a lot of time to play, walk, and give love to your pets! I have a fenced yard as well as two dogs to play with your pets. I also have one cat. I live close to the Mckinley Park area so there will be a lot of walks.

“Emily is awesome - took Sugar to get a pup cup today and sent great pictures. She is very sweet, responsive, and accommodating. Will definitely re book :)”


“Vi har bokat Trey vid två olika tillfällen och har varit lika nöjd med han båda gångerna. Man får uppdateringar hur det går och mina två hundar tycker om att vara där. Kan varmt rekommendera”


“Maeve came home happy and tired from a full day of play during her daycare stay with Suhas & Shruthi. They were reliable, attentive to Maeve’s needs, took her out on several walks during the day, and sent me several adorable photos & videos throughout the day. I highly recommend!”


“Margaret took such good care of our pup, Luna. After the first day of daycare, Luna could not wait to go back. I would recommend Margaret to anyone in the neighborhood who needs a responsible, caring dog sitter!”


“She couldn’t have been more perfect. I was visiting downtown Chicago for the day and needed a place for my Bella to hang out. Tiana was available on short notice, was incredibly responsive and easy to talk to, and gave my Bella a wonderful half day in the city. They went for walks, visited a dog part and hung out at her place. Bella was a happy, tired doggie when we got her back. Many, many thanks and our highest recommendation to Tiana. We’d work with her again without hesitation.”


About: Hi! This is Xinwen. I’ve been living with pets since I was a kid. I’m currently a volunteer at Anti-Cruelty shelter to help both dogs and cats, and I’m proud of it. I WFH and have plenty of time to take your pets out/ play at home. I’m very familiar with pets’ behaviors and could tell what they want: attentions, some alone time, an exciting hunting game…., by their body language. I keep track of their eating patterns and defecation performance, as those are important and straight forward reflections of their moods and health conditions. By these experiences I could give them more accurate cares. Also, I guarantee that I report the real conditions of your babies, instead of pretending they’re doing great just to win your approval. I respect them as human beings. :) I love both dogs and cats. I enjoy spending time with them. Also, I’m very patient and careful. I’ll make sure that your pet(s) get what they need and feel loved! I’m free to arrange drop-ins or walks every workday 7:00-8:00pm. I’m available for boarding and day care every day. Other flexible hours can be discussed with me too! I’m available for drop-ins and overnight stay in your home. I always make sure to provide them fresh food and water, clean the litter box and play/walk with them.

“Andrea is an angel for your dog…may God bless her for all the work she does for all of our dogs.”


About: I’ve been around animals my whole life, and have always been the go to for friends and family when a pet needs love and care. Especially when they’re not there to take care of them themselves. I work part time in the film industry and in between time Im usually taking care of a fury friend which is usually the better part of my week. Day or night if Im not working Im willing and available to care for your pets. I have an open floor plan loft with lots of space that is right next to a huge grass field where I like to take some pets to blow off steam and get their walks in. In the house the couch and living area are the chill and play spots. Im a bit of a minimalist so not a lot of clutter or things to get into that can be a hazard to your pets.

About: I treat every pet like family and bring reliable, loving care built on years of helping relatives and friends with their pets. While I don’t have my own, I’ve cared for dogs of all ages and temperaments, including playful puppies and gentle seniors. I’m attentive, patient, and committed to keeping your pet safe, happy, and comfortable. Pet care fits easily into my weekly routine since I’m currently working part-time. I have a flexible schedule and can dedicate quality time to walks, play, feeding, and companionship—making sure your pet feels loved and well cared for throughout the day. I prioritize safety and comfort by maintaining clean, pet-friendly spaces, following each pet’s routine, and ensuring secure environments—whether in my home or yours. I provide regular updates and am attentive to each pet’s unique needs, ensuring they feel loved and well-cared for.

“Anthony was very nice, communicative and flexible with booking when there was a mistake on our end.”


About: I’ve had pets my whole life so I’m adapting to watch dogs an cats I used to help some of my friends and family to watch their pets and actually I still doing with some of my neighbors’s pets and other people’s pets! I can watch the pets in my house or in the client’s house. I’m almost all day at home so I have time to play and walk to your dogs or watch your cats I enjoy when I watch pets ‘cause I’m a dog and cat lover! I have a park so close to my house so I can take Your pets for walks, and also there is a fence dog park with in walking distance from my house and I have a fence yard.
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Yiyan W.Star Sitter

“We left Ralph with Yiyan for 9 hours and during that time she sent plenty of updates and photos that showed he was comfortable and having fun. This was our first Rover experience since moving back to Chicago and it went so smoothly. Would highly recommend her, especially to fellow dachshund owners!”




E K.


“We had an amazing experience with Bobby’s daycare! E took excellent care of him, and we felt completely at ease knowing he was in good hands. Bobby came back happy and well-exercised. We truly appreciated about her attention to detail and care. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a reliable and loving daycare for their dog!”


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.”


Hua “Katrina” F.
Star Sitter


“Excellent dog care! I booked this because the regular sitter was out of town and was most pleased. Now I know who my next regular sitter would be, should something change with my current one.”




Ashley M.
Star Sitter


“Ashley and her daughter Marina are incredibly conscientious and caring. Every time I bring my dog to their place, he is excited to run up the stairs and be reunited with his extended family. He truly loves them, and I can see how much they love him as well. 10/10, would recommend Ashley’s services to anyone!”


Amy C.

“Amy provided exceptional care for Maeve during her time at daycare. Maeve had an amazing time playing with her new friend Frank, and Amy treated her with the same warmth and attention as if she were her own. I highly recommend Amy and look forward to booking with her again!”




Jennifer N.Star Sitter

“Great first day of daycare. Jennifer is very experienced with dogs and was super understanding of my nervous pup, who ended up having a great time!”


David R.
Star Sitter


“David was fantastic! Our Frenchie, Olive, had an amazing day/evening with D & J. They are so loving and communicative. Olive was so well cared for and had a great time! David sent tons of photos and communicated with us throughout the stay. We will definitely work with them again. It couldn't have gone better. Thanks for a great experience D & J!!”


Ania Z.Star Sitter

“Ania was absolutely fabulous with my boy! Took him for a nice long walk. I could tell when I picked him up that he had really bonded with her.”


Lisette S.Star Sitter
“I hired Lisette to walk and care for my 6 year old golden retriever/pit bull mix rescue dog Lucy whenever I would go out of town for business. Lisette is the daughter of my co-worker, the first time she met my best friend Lucy, Lucy was a bit standoffish due to her being uneasy around strangers. After a few hours Lucy loved Lisette and felt comfortable around her. Lisette would care for Lucy for 2 weeks every month while I was away, she would send me daily pictures of their walks or when they were just hanging out. Sometimes Lucy wouldn't want to leave Lisette's apartment. Although I don't travel as much I still employ Lisette to walk Lucy just so that Lucy can see her good friend Lisette. I definitely recommend Lisette to care for your 4 legged friends. Lisette would also watch over my 3 year old cat Benito. Although Benito does not need much maintenance Lisette always makes time to play with him and ensures he eats his food. Lisette also recommended for me to add water to his wet food to ensure he drinks more water for health reasons. I cannot recommend Lisette enough, she is good at what she does, I have also recommended her to other friends who do not have time to walk tbeir 4 legged friends.”


Emily S.Star Sitter

“Emily is awesome - took Sugar to get a pup cup today and sent great pictures. She is very sweet, responsive, and accommodating. Will definitely re book :)”


Trey A.Star Sitter

“Vi har bokat Trey vid två olika tillfällen och har varit lika nöjd med han båda gångerna. Man får uppdateringar hur det går och mina två hundar tycker om att vara där. Kan varmt rekommendera”


Suhas & Shruthi B.

“Maeve came home happy and tired from a full day of play during her daycare stay with Suhas & Shruthi. They were reliable, attentive to Maeve’s needs, took her out on several walks during the day, and sent me several adorable photos & videos throughout the day. I highly recommend!”


Margaret B.

“Margaret took such good care of our pup, Luna. After the first day of daycare, Luna could not wait to go back. I would recommend Margaret to anyone in the neighborhood who needs a responsible, caring dog sitter!”


Tiana K.Star Sitter

“She couldn’t have been more perfect. I was visiting downtown Chicago for the day and needed a place for my Bella to hang out. Tiana was available on short notice, was incredibly responsive and easy to talk to, and gave my Bella a wonderful half day in the city. They went for walks, visited a dog part and hung out at her place. Bella was a happy, tired doggie when we got her back. Many, many thanks and our highest recommendation to Tiana. We’d work with her again without hesitation.”


Xinwen M.Star Sitter
About: Hi! This is Xinwen. I’ve been living with pets since I was a kid. I’m currently a volunteer at Anti-Cruelty shelter to help both dogs and cats, and I’m proud of it. I WFH and have plenty of time to take your pets out/ play at home. I’m very familiar with pets’ behaviors and could tell what they want: attentions, some alone time, an exciting hunting game…., by their body language. I keep track of their eating patterns and defecation performance, as those are important and straight forward reflections of their moods and health conditions. By these experiences I could give them more accurate cares. Also, I guarantee that I report the real conditions of your babies, instead of pretending they’re doing great just to win your approval. I respect them as human beings. :) I love both dogs and cats. I enjoy spending time with them. Also, I’m very patient and careful. I’ll make sure that your pet(s) get what they need and feel loved! I’m free to arrange drop-ins or walks every workday 7:00-8:00pm. I’m available for boarding and day care every day. Other flexible hours can be discussed with me too! I’m available for drop-ins and overnight stay in your home. I always make sure to provide them fresh food and water, clean the litter box and play/walk with them.


Andrea K.

“Andrea is an angel for your dog…may God bless her for all the work she does for all of our dogs.”


Gavin D.
“When I go out of town, I always leave my dog with Gavin! He is amazing! I literally never need to worry about anything at all! My dog LOOOOOOOVES him!”


Herawe K.
“Herawé is amazing with dogs and extremely caring. She’s attentive, kind and patient when it comes to your pets and treats them like their own.”


Anthony N.

“Anthony was very nice, communicative and flexible with booking when there was a mistake on our end.”


Beatriz R.
About: I’ve had pets my whole life so I’m adapting to watch dogs an cats I used to help some of my friends and family to watch their pets and actually I still doing with some of my neighbors’s pets and other people’s pets! I can watch the pets in my house or in the client’s house. I’m almost all day at home so I have time to play and walk to your dogs or watch your cats I enjoy when I watch pets ‘cause I’m a dog and cat lover! I have a park so close to my house so I can take Your pets for walks, and also there is a fence dog park with in walking distance from my house and I have a fence yard.
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Only Rover provides comprehensive Chicago doggy day care 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 doggy day care, while energetic pups who benefit from socialization and activity are a good fit for doggy day care centers.
Sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a sitter for doggy day care in Chicago on Rover as of Jul 2025 was about $40 per day, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your dog’s needs.
As of Jul 2025, 3,361 sitters provided doggy day care in Chicago. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect sitter near you. As a reminder, sitters offering doggy day care 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, 87% of Chicago sitters offering doggy day care respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide doggy day care in Chicago have an average of 16 years of experience. Sitters offering doggy day care with repeat customers have an average of 3 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.
Chicago doggy day care sitters are happy to take care of your dog while you’re at work or unavailable for the day. Book a one-time visit, or set up a regular rhythm with your favorite Chicago sitter. Drop off your dog at the sitter’s home and rest easy knowing they’ll get frequent potty breaks, plenty of playtime, and lots of love. Doggy day care is great for:
- Puppies and high-energy dogs
- Dogs with special needs, including seniors
- Pet parents who work long hours
- Dogs with separation anxiety
There are 3,361 sitters offering doggy day care 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 86% 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 doggy day care 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 doggy day care 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 doggy day care 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 doggy day care service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.
