Update as of 5/10/2022: Our girl Zoey has peacefully crossed the rainbow bridge. We miss her smooches and happy wiggle. Please remember to donate to local shelters like the Chicago Canine Rescue and incredibly compassionate organizations like Live Like Roo. We are now accepting new clients in the city and suburbs. Update as of 4/17/2022: Zoey has been a strong girl and we’ve exhausted every treatment for the lymphoma. We’re preparing to say goodbye and loving her as much as possible. If you’re able and willing to donate we do have a Go Fund Me to help us pay for her final arrangements. We’re currently accepting appointments from established clients and will continue to be taking a small break from meeting new clients. Thank you for wishing us well and sending some love to Zoey our special girl. Update as of 9/1/2021: We are currently in cancer treatment for our girl Zoey. We don’t know how much time we have left with her but we’re hopeful for remission. Because she’ll be immunocompromised during treatment we’re taking a break from sittings. Please wish her well as we work on getting her well. We will update as things progress. Update: Now open to city and ‘burbs! I’ve had a few clients move to the suburbs and I’m happy to continue to be your trusted babysitter if you happen to also move. Cheers! Penguin Dogs Chicago is an experienced family owned and operated business. Our associates are happy to care for your pet’s care and development in the city and suburbs. Thank you for supporting our growth! COVID-19 Precautions: We take the current events very seriously and take steps to ensure your safety. All surfaces are sanitized after care. Social distancing is encouraged and masks enforced. Vaccination processes are underway and being monitored. Should you have any concerns or special needs, we are happy to address your questions and put your mind at ease. From Penguin Dogs Chicago Founder Lex Porres: I love all kinds of animals but dogs hold a special place in my heart. I've had dogs consistently since I was 14. All of my dogs were rescues with different stories. I've had a Chihuahua, a Lhasa Apso, a Rottweiler, a Border Collie Mix, a Pit Bull, and I'm the Proud Aunt of a Corgi. One day I hope to raise an Irish Wolfhound. Half of my life thus far has been dedicated to raising dogs and other animals. I've had dogs at all stages of their life even birth and weening. Currently, I volunteer at the Chicago Canine Rescue. In the future I would like to open a rescue for all breeds of dogs on a large plot of land in the countryside. Dogs are friends fur life!