Dog Boarding in Downers Grove
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1. Jo'Ell S.

“Really appreciate Jo’Ell!! She was so accommodating to my schedule of picking Rebel up when my flight got delayed! She sent pictures daily updating us on Rebel, and was very communicative while we were away. Definitely looking forward to booking with her again!!”


2. Christina C.

“Christina and her family were the perfect house for our 8 month old puppy. They were amazing with him and Charlie and their dog became fast friends. We are grateful to have found a home we trust when we go out of town. Highly recommend Christina!”


3. Matthew & Michelle M.

“Matthew and Michelle were wonderful! Our pup, who has never stayed with anyone but family in the past, felt right at home with their clan. They listened when I explained quirks specific to my dog. They were great at sharing status updates and photos, and are really just lovely people who love dogs. We will defiitely utilize their help again!”


4. Traci B.

“This was the first time ever boarding our dog and Traci made it a great experience. The daily pictures were a fantastic bonus and helped us feel comfortable our doggie was happy.”


5. Wayne C.

“Wayne did a wonderful job. His daily photos really exemplified how comfortable she was at his house with her new furry friends while we were away for a week. We will definitely use Wayne’s services again and highly recommend him!”


6. Sarah V.

“Sarah was great. She took very good care of my dog and cat and kept me updated with photos and recaps of their activities. She obviously loves animals and I felt my boys were very safe in her care--I recommend her highly.”


7. Ashley N.

“Ashley! You are wonderful! Your family took Henson in for a few days as if he was one of your own and he definitely felt the love! He can’t wait to come back! -Kate”


8. Amanda & Anton M.

“Yoda came home very content. By the pictures Amanda and Anton sent he looked like he was getting spoiled and was happy about it. They did a wonderful job taking care of Yoda”


9. Jazmin M.


“She was a godsend! My dog was so comfortable and welcomed. Constantly sent me pictures and took into consideration any of my dogs quirks. I woul absolutely recommend her to anyone!”


10. Lynn G.

“My mother and I have been using Rover for a couple pf years now, but after we moved, we had to find a new person for boarding while we are out of state. Lynn happily welcomed us for a meet and greet, had our Leo for a “test” day as a Day Care, and watched him for three nights after that. We are very happy as she always replied to all the messages very quickly and sent updates. Leo did jot seem like he was worried as he stayed active after he got home. As an anxious little one, he would fall asleep in the car if he had a bad time. We are very grateful for such an amazing help and will definitely rebook whenever we travel again!”


11. Ingrida G.

“Ingrida always does a wonderful job taking care of my dog, Sadie. She has stayed with Ingrida several times and now Sadie gets very excited when we pull up to her house. I know she is well taken care of because she is always a happy dog when I pick her up. I would recommend Ingrida because it’s obvious she is a dog lover and treats your pet as her own!”


12. Linda B.


“Linda and her family opened their home for Bella like she’s her own. Linda took a lot of pictures everyday when we were gone. Bella felt so comfortable and yes… they spoiled her with love and care. Thank you Linda ❤️”


13. Justine & Brett M.

“Justine was extremely generous with her time and provided a safe and loving environment for our senior dog who is 15 years old and blind. I did not want our dog to be in a setting with too many other dogs which would make him nervous and on top of that he takes medications. This was a family style setting and Justine and her family treated my dog like family. That’s the best quality experience you could ask for.”


14. Susan B.

“I cannot say enough good things about Susan! We had a change in plans before a trip and needed a last minute sitter and she could not have been a better match. She was super responsive, sent tons of photos and updates, and was more than accommodating! She treated our dog like family and we will definitely be coming back”


15. Melissa R.

“Melissa was fantastic. She has a wonderful home and nice fenced in back yard. She went above and beyond. Jackson really enjoyed his time at Mellisa's.”


16. Shirley M.


“Shirley is without a a doubt the best sitter we’ve ever had. It’s clear she truly cares about animals with her whole heart and treats every time she sits our pup as if he were her own. We keep coming back to Shirley again and again because of how easily she relieves us of any worry about how our pup is doing, and how happy he is to be with her while we’re gone. We highly recommend her for any type of service, and especially boarding in her home!”


17. Lynda M.

“Kaya has stayed here a couple times and all went well. She enjoyed her stay, interacting with other dogs, and Lynda's nice back yard. Regular updates with video were great. We felt Kaya was very safe in Lynda's care. Lynda is very organized making drop offs and pick ups very easy.”


18. Jean & Al S.

“Jean and Al are so kind and caring. My old girl ended up being a anxious mess at no fault of theirs and they were so good about keeping me posted with updates and photos. Thank you both for being so good to us. I appreciate you!!”


19. Sarah V.

“Sarah was wonderful caring for Maya. She was super accommodating and communicative throughout Mayas entire stay. I will definitely use her services again!”


20. Maya F.

“Gordon loved his stay with Maya. He enjoyed running around the big fenced yard and playing in the pool. Maya provided multiple updates and pictures each day. I would definitely recommend Maya for boarding!”
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As of May 2025, the median cost of dog boarding in Downers Grove 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 Downers Grove dog boarding rates can be found as low as $25 to as high as $61 per night.
As of May 2025, 5,320 sitters provided dog boarding in Downers Grove. 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, 91% of Downers Grove dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Downers Grove have an average of 16 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 9 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 Downers Grove.
Rover makes it easy to find Downers Grove 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 5,320 dog boarding sitters in Downers Grove on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Downers Grove, 94% of sitters offer daily exercise, 96% offer medication administration, and 89% 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.
