Dog Boarding Des Plaines
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“We rebooked with Tatiana based on a great past experience. I knew the dogs were in the best hands and getting more walks then they do at home. All the pictures sent to us while we were away was like we were right there with her. Thanks for providing all the love and attention to our pups!”
“Carla was great with Bella & Speedy. I would definitely use her again. She provided updates during the visit, which put me at easy. She was flexible with the pick up & drop off times too which helped so much. The dogs loved her!”
“I’d like to share my experience with Christina, who recently cared for my dog, Moxy. Right before the boarding, Moxy had an injury, and I was a bit nervous about leaving her. But Christina was incredibly understanding and attentive from the start. She went above and beyond to make sure Moxy was comfortable and well taken care of. Christina kept me updated throughout the stay with messages and photos, which really helped ease my mind. She made sure Moxy was fed properly and gave her the extra attention she needed during recovery. Despite the circumstances, Moxy was happy and relaxed with Christina — I could tell she felt safe and cared for. I’m truly grateful for the compassionate and professional service Christina provided and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable and loving dog sitter.”
“Vladimir and Laura were absolutely wonderful with our pup! They were great communicators, consistently keeping us updated with messages, photos, and videos throughout the stay. It gave us so much peace of mind knowing our baby was in such caring hands. We wouldn’t hesitate to book with them again—highly recommend!”
“Deb is always so kind and responsive. We know that our Gracie is always well loved and taken care of when she is with her. She always comes home happy and not stressed, which is so reassuring now that she's getting older. She has plenty of warm soft places to snuggle and nap in her home, which is her favorite! It really helps take the pressure off of a vacation or trip knowing that I don't have to worry about Gracie's care.”
“Sarah did such an excellent job dog sitting both of our dogs. She sent regular updates and adjusted to their personalities (one social and one shy). Our dogs had enough time to play/socialize, nap during the day, frequent potty breaks, and a comfortable place to sleep. It was such a great peace of mind knowing our dogs were well taken care of in a loving home while we were on vacation. Sarah is also very responsive and timely in communication which was well appreciated. Thank you for a great stay! We highly recommend Sarah!!”
“Lauren and her family were great and took such good care of our golden retriever! She sent so many photos which was so comforting. We could tell how much love and attention he got while he was there and will definitely be bringing him back sometime!”
“This was my first time using Rover. Loren is fantastic! She is quick to respond and sent pictures and videos evety few hours to give me updates. Loren made me feel at ease. Thanks! Will be working with Loren in the future!”
“Jessica is fantastic! She took our pup to the park and on her errands which made him very happy. Very communicative too the entire time with photos and videos. And she takes excellent photos to boot!”
“Sarah and her family took great care of Boomer during a 2 night stay. They have a beautiful home and yard. Coordinating drop off and pick up was a breeze. She sent us photos of Boomer having a good time. Sarah was attentive when he became anxious and was very patient and helped him through it. We would recommend her and would definitely hire her again in the future.”
“Sonya was great with my Havanese Chewie! The past dog sitters we've tried Chewie seemed really stress out afterwards. But not with Sonya! He seemed very comfortable with her and loved her kids. Happy to have found someone that works well with my dog and look forward to having her watch him in the future.”
“Cindy was so loving and gentle with Diamond. Diamond came home so peaceful. I will definitely book again with her. Thank you for treating our fur baby as your own. And thank you for your flexibility with our trip.”
“This is the second time we have had Rico take care of our dog for the weekend and we felt so great knowing that Odin was in such good hands. Rico sent lots of pictures each day and truly made Odin feel welcome and comfortable in his home. We highly recommend Rico and his wife!”
About: I got my first dog in May of 2024 and he has changed my life. There were qualities that I know I had, but to get to see them in action made me really proud of myself. I’m really patient and that was definitely tested when he was a puppy, but I made it through and I’d 100% do it again and again. Same goes with senior dogs, I know they need a bit more attention and I’m here to give that. We have a really calm environment and a lot of windows so when their not outside they can still see what’s going on. I believe I have everything to take care of a dog, but each dogs needs are different and I want to learn them. I’m currently only working part-time, about 15 hours a week, so I have plenty of free time to spend with them, play, sit outside, walk, etc. My own doggy pretty much just does everything with me, so I’d treat them the same. I have a fenced yard and also a tie-out rope for extra security if needed. I have a large crate that my dog sleeps in some nights, but he also sleeps in my room, so the crate is available if needed. I have three floors for them to run up and down, and a tie-out on the porch so they can sit by me while I read or roam the front yard.
“Five very waggy stars for Meghan (and her sweet pup, Ralphie)! Meghan is absolutely incredible. From the moment we arrived, it was clear that she is a true dog lover with tons of experience, and she knew exactly how to make our dog feel safe, happy, and completely at home. Our dog was treated like a member of her family and had the time of his life playing with Ralphie and the other dogs. The adorable photos and videos gave us so much peace of mind while we were away...and honestly, I think he was a little sad to come home, which is probably the highest compliment a dog can give. We will absolutely book again. Weekend at Ralphie’s is officially dog-approved!”
“I'm always nervous going out of town because our pup has some quirks. Maria was warm and welcoming and our dogs immediately hit it off. I felt relaxed the whole trip because I could see how much she loved dogs, and knew so much about their behaviors and interactions. We will definitely be booking her again!”
“Our dog loves Lyn and family! We’re so grateful we can leave her with someone we trust and pick her up as soon as we get home from the airport. Our dog loves the backyard and the chance to play with other dogs staying here! Huge thanks to them always!”
“Kasia is amazing!!! Great house, and the yard was awesome! Kasia is easy to work with, is happy to help make the stay everything it can be all the while being sensitive to our Murphy’s issues. She will be our go to going forward, we can’t say enough good things about her.”
The median cost per night for dog boarding in Des Plaines is $50
Dog parents share their Rover experiences - Des Plaines
Olga was absolutely amazing, and I couldn’t have asked for a better sitter for Mintie! ❤️ I was away in abroad for 17 days, and Olga sent me photos, videos, and updates about Mintie every single day. Knowing that Mintie was in such loving hands and being able to see how she was doing gave me so much peace of mind while I was away. Even when Mintie had a few potty accidents in the house, Olga was incredibly patient, understanding, and kind. I truly appreciated how well she cared for Mintie throughout her stay. Olga was also incredibly kind and understanding when my pickup plans didn’t go as expected. Her patience and flexibility meant so much to me, and I’m truly grateful for her kindness. It’s not easy to find someone you can fully trust with your fur baby, but Olga truly went above and beyond. She is caring, reliable, communicative, and genuinely wonderful. I would absolutely trust her with Mintie again and recommend her to anyone looking for an amazing pet sitter. Thank you so much, Olga, for taking such wonderful care of Mintie when I was away! I am so lucky to have found you! 🥹❤️
Bob was incredibly calm, honest, and caring with our 2 energetic dogs. He was supportive with it being our first time keeping our dogs away, and sent videos and pics to show us how happy are two pups were while we were out of town for 5 days. He has plenty of experience and we surely felt 100% comfortable leaving our dogs with him. Will certainly book again! Thank you, Bob!
We rebooked with Tatiana based on a great past experience. I knew the dogs were in the best hands and getting more walks then they do at home. All the pictures sent to us while we were away was like we were right there with her. Thanks for providing all the love and attention to our pups!
Diana did a great job taking care of Theo while we were away. She was reliable, made sure he had everything he needed, and kept us updated on how he was doing. We really appreciated her help and would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for a dependable pet sitter!
Lori and Guillermo are the best dogsitters! They've watched our dog Roxie a few times now when we've gone on vacation, and it's clear that they love her as much as we do. They're great at communicating and providing updates, and we can tell when we pick her up that she's had a fabulous time!
Violeta was able to accommodate a last minute booking request when we were unable to get our dog in for boarding during our spring break. She was very friendly and knowledgeable about dogs due to her experience as a veterinary technician which helped immensely since our dog has some special needs/mobility issues. She was responsive and sent pictures and videos of Scooter and her two dogs. We are grateful to Violeta for taking great care of Scooter and would highly recommend her services to our friends and family!
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The average cost of Dog Boarding in Des Plaines is $44 per night as of October 2026. Most bookings cost between $32 and $67 per night. On Rover, sitters set their own rates based on factors such as their experience, the length of care, the number of pets, and your pet’s specific needs. As long as your booking dates and pet profiles are accurate, the price shown before you confirm is the total, including any booking fee.
As of October 2026, there are 5,283 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Des Plaines. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.
Every sitter on Rover has their own routine. Depending on the arrangements you agree on before the stay, a sitter can follow your dog’s regular feeding schedule, provide a comfortable place to sleep, offer companionship, and support their usual exercise and play needs.
95% of sitters in Des Plaines can provide daily exercise during dog boarding stays. Depending on the sitter, their home environment, and your dog’s needs, this may include walks, outdoor play, indoor enrichment activities, or supervised play with compatible dogs. These activities are not automatically included with every booking, so ask the sitter what a typical day looks like.
During the Meet & Greet, discuss your dog’s usual exercise and play routine, whether they can safely interact with other dogs, and any activities or restrictions the sitter should follow. You can also ask the sitter to send photo and message updates during the stay so you can see how your dog is spending their time.
Preparing for drop-off is easy when you have a checklist! To help your dog settle into their Des Plaines home-away-from-home, we recommend packing:
- Health and safety essentials such as their ID tags, vaccination records, medication, and emergency vet or secondary caregiver contacts.
- Food and gear such as harnesses, collars, food (portioned by day), and an item that smells like you.
- Special instructions such as a list of training cues, medical administration needs, or favorite hang-out spots in your Des Plaines.
Tip: You can upload your dog’s routine and medical info directly onto their profile so your sitter always has the details at their fingertips.
You and your Des Plaines sitter can schedule drop-off and pick-up in a way that works best for the both of you—and your dog. Most sitters offer flexible times for drop-off and pick-up but the easiest way to confirm those times will be through in-app messaging. Confirm your arrival time the day of pick-up and drop-off can also help keep the process smooth and organized.
The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes 24/7 customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.
All bookings are backed by the Rover Guarantee, which provides up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.
Every sitter on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they are not on the Department of Justice’s National Sex Offender Public Website or have any disqualifying offenses.
Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit Rover's Trust & Safety page.
While each sitter sets their own vaccine requirements, staying up-to-date on your dog’s vaccines is the best way to be "boarding ready". Vaccinations help create a safe environment for all pets under a sitter’s care.
Many sitters in IL ask that dogs be up to date on core vaccines like the Canine Parvovirus, Canine Distemper, Canine Adenovirus, Bordetella, and Rabies.
By discussing your pet's health history early, you’re adding a layer of confidence for you and your sitter before the booking begins.
If a health concern arises during a stay, your sitter is instructed to contact you and our Trust & Safety team immediately and, if needed, take your dog to the closest veterinarian. Through our Trust & Safety support team, sitters can ask for diagnostic advice from a qualified veterinary professional if your dog is showing signs of possible illness.
For extra peace of mind, you can also prepare an authorization form for your regular vet. An authorization form outlines your preferred method of care and allows your sitter to bring your pet into their regular clinic.
Every qualified booking made on Rover is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes reimbursement for eligible emergency vet care.
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