Dog Boarding In Near North Side Chicago

“Emily was amazing - accommodating, on time, and so sweet to send photos throughout the day while I was at work. Would 100% book again - thank you Emily!”

Ellie B.

“Corina was so loving for our dog Teddy and was very helpful with adjusting our scheduled stay as our home repair schedule changed. Thanks Corina!”

Austin H.

About: Our trained and loving staff provide quality care. We have a rigorous first day evaluation/ 'interview' process for all dogs in our care to ensure only the most well behaved and social pups are approved to be in playgroup. We keep small playgroups of 15 to 20 dogs. We take hourly potty breaks, have toy playtime, outdoor mini pool pawties in the summer to keep cool, and so much more!

“The best experience with perfect caregivers. Sisters, Yeju and Enye, could not have lavished better attention and love on Noodles. Highly recommend as conveniently located downtown and accommodating a flexible schedule. Only hesitant giving effusive praise as need Yeju and Enye to be available all the time for Noodles!”

Gillian G.

“Katelyn was a dream! She gave Charlie so much love, attention, and care. She kept us updated with daily pictures and videos. We immediately knew that Charlie was in great hands!”

Jessica D.

“Prerna was such a great sitter for Penny. She sat for Penny for about 12 days so it was a long visit! She was consistent with her schedule, with her updates, and pictures. Even though it was her first time sitting for Penny and with the long duration, I was comforted by the regular updates, pictures and videos. I would absolutely work with Prerna again, she is a great sitter!!!”

Felicia G.

“I highly recommend! They took excellent care of Scooby—ensuring he was well-exercised with regular walks—and kept me updated with frequent photos throughout the day.”

Hannah L.

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.

“Diana and Scott were amazing! They gave regular updates, sent fun videos/photos, and were super flexible. Ww will be sending our pup to stay with them again!”

Natalie M.

“Sensational!!!! My Nessie was immediately accepted into John and Ryan's healthy and happy home and I am beyond grateful as at the last minute I needed boarding for her with a minor complication. John and Ryan truly are the best and pure animal lovers. THANK YOU TWO!!! Can't say enough~”

Barbara B.

“Once again we had the best experience with Kristen! Truffle showed signs of an UTI and Kristen was pro-active in reaching out to the vet, communicative with us every step of the way, and essential in making sure Truffle was comfortable and taken care of. Knowing she was paying attention to Truffle during her walks gives us so much peace of mind. Truffle came back home once again relaxed and happy! :)”

Stefânia F.

“Katie was a great sitter. She frequently updated and let me know how my dog was. He seemed every happy at her place. Her dog is always very friendly and got along just fine with mine. Thanks again :)”

Nikita J.

About: Our experienced and trained team closely monitor all interactions to ensure a safe and controlled environment. We maintain small play groups and each playtime is closely supervised ensuring playtime remains fun and safe for everyone. We keep a very clean and positive environment and we monitor all pets for signs of illness or injury throughout their stay. While we take every precaution to prevent accidents, we are prepared to handle emergencies should they arise. We believe in transparency and open communication with pet parents. We send our daily report cards that includes who your pet played with, what were their favorite activities, photos and videos. Most importantly, we have scheduled nap times between long playtimes to encourage a happy and well rested dog that’ll promote good socialization and play behavior!

“It was great to know that Riley was in good hands. Mike was very responsive and let me know Riley was okay! Will definitely be working with Mike again!”

Parminder B.

“Cecile and Michael have been absolutely amazing! This last booking I unfortunately had a delayed flight and Cecile and Michael were extremely understanding and accommodating to work with me on an adjusted pick up time. They are extremely responsive and amazing dog sitters! Thank you!!”

Nuriya C.

“Anna took such great care of Polo and provided daily updates and photos. From multiple walks a day to extra cuddles at night, it was clear that Polo enjoyed staying with her, and was sad to leave at pickup. Highly recommend Anna!”

Virginia W.

“Stefany and Cameron were wonderful with Blossom! We received regular updates. Blossom was dealing with some tummy issues while staying with them and they went above and beyond cooking rice and carrots for her and making sure she was eating something. We highly recommend them and would absolutely use their services again!”

Ajir G.

About: At Stay, your pet’s safety and wellness are our top priority. Our staff is trained in dog behavior, CPR, and first aid. All dogs undergo a temperament test to ensure they are comfortable and safe to join our groups. We consider size and temperament offering a variety of options to meet each dog's needs. Our facility has 24-hour surveillance and is climate-controlled for comfort. We uphold high hygiene standards, with daily cleaning and disinfecting of kennels and playrooms. All water bowls and blankets are washed daily, and we use medical-grade air purifiers to enhance air quality.

“Chad was great with the communication and the care he gave to Cill. Chad and his wife were very loving with my pup and very attentive I will in the future use Chad again and anyone else would be lucky to have Chad care for their pup!!!!!!”

Emanuel H.

“Megan and her girls were amazing with our fur baby! We boarded him for 5 days and received photos every day. He came back so exhausted and had such a good time and play. Megan also provided so many snacks and treats and a bath. Loved this experience and highly recommend!!!!”

Jack E.

“Penny looks like she had a nice time staying with Adam and we would use his services again (if he's available). He provided updates when requested and was transparent about an altercation Penny had with another dog (who surprised her). I recommend Adam as a sitter!”

Victoria And Sean W.

“Hua truly is phenomenal! She goes above and beyond to ensure that your pet is not only taken care of, but is having a wonderful stay. Daily updates with personalized captions and photos, EOD report updates, and she even sent me home with a little gift to commemorate their time together. I will definitely be rebooking with Hua, 10/10!”

cheyenne s.

“As always, Christina is fantastic. She always sends updates and we feel so comfortable leaving our dog with her. Definitely recommend her to anyone with pets!”

Pranshul G.

“Eric and Eunjin took such great care of Cooper for a full week and went above and beyond to make sure Cooper was happy, comfortable and loved. I got regular updates and photos, and it was clear that Cooper was having a great time. They are very reliable, responsive, and genuinely kind. I felt totally at ease being away, and I’d trust them again for future stays!”

Melissa H.