Dog Boarding in North Lawndale, Chicago, IL

“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.

“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.

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.

“Christin kept us up to date on Scout’s happenings and sent daily pictures/videos. Scout made a new friend with the their dog as well. Great communication and put us at ease while we were away.”

Rachel W.

“Penelope’s stay was exceptional! Yeju took such amazing care of her while we were away, we didn’t worry one bit while out of town. We received daily photo and progress updates, and she even sent her home with cookies! Will absolutely be booking again when we travel.”

Chase K.

“Great communication and did amazing with our anxious doggie. It was hard to predict our dog’s anxiety level as she had never been away from us for so long, but they really made it work. Grateful for their service”

Alejandra C.

“Yahret and her family were great! Lots of photos & Leo looked like he had a great time hanging out with everyone. Would definitely use her again!?”

Rachel G.

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!

“Angel was great with Ferris for his second stay. Super responsive and lots of communication and photos. Ferris got good exercise and socialization during his stay!”

Kelly J.

“Ashley was amazing!! She watched our mini dachshund Ellie for a week and did an incredible job. We got adorable photo updates daily and enjoyed our vacation so much more knowing Ellie was in good hands. Definitely recommend!”

Indra S.

“They were easy to communicate with and Bowie seemed to be having fun! They sent me pictures daily and were responsive. I felt comfortable leaving my dog with them and would use them again.”

Payal S.

“Ruben was a great sitter! He was flexible and helped me out during drop off. He sent plenty of pictures of Coalie playing with the other dogs.”

Dan P.

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!

“Michelle and her family were super good with Penny. She was well taken care of and they were flexible with drop off and pick up. My dog was picky about eating her kibble and they sorted it so I didn’t worry. I will definitely use Michelle again!”

Ann W.

“Lisette was awesome! I always felt confident that my pup was in good hands and she was great with communication & updates. She was also accommodating with pickup & dropoff times, which was a plus. Would definitely love to have Jax stay with her again! Thanks, Lisette 😌”

Emily C.

“Stefany and Cameron were great! Our dog seemed to have an amazing time. There were plenty of updates, pictures and videos, and they took care of everything that was needed!”

Ani K.

“Alma was amazing with Luka! She was so kind, even when Luka had an accident in her kitchen, and kept me updated with photos and videos. Luka came back happy and relaxed. Highly recommend her for loving and reliable care!”

Zoey S

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.

“We cannot recommend Nina enough! She and her partner are so amazing with our dog Apollo. They send so many photo and text updates so we know he’s always well taken care of. Our pup literally RUNS down the street to greet them when we go to drop him off—how rare is that? They’re so amazing and we will definitely be reaching out to them again in the future!”

Charles M.

“Barbara is AMAZING!! She is everything you could hope for in a person to entrust the care of your pet. She is extremely reliable, and takes her job very seriously, and does it with a very warm disposition. Our dog Lanie is older, and we wanted someone who would understand her needs. Barbara really delivered. She's like a dog whisperer. We received updates and pictures everyday, and Lanie was happy, well rested and given EXCELLENT care while staying with Barbara and Chewy. Her dog Chewy has a great personality too, and was a lovely companion for our dog to hang out with. She covered every aspect of Lanie's care with us beforehand in detail, and I have never been more at ease with leaving Lanie with her. We've had a lot of boarding experiences over the years, and Barbara is hands down, simply the BEST! We have already booked with her for another upcoming stay, and I am so happy to have found someone who is so dedicated and genuine. If I could give her 10 stars instead of 5, I would!”

Michelle W.

“I am so happy I stumbled upon Rover and found Iwona. My while family and I were seriously concerned leaving behind our 13 years old lab Binky due to her age and she gets super sad when we are not around. However, Iwona took care of my pup so well, including daily medication for incontinence and outdoor activities. Having a fenced yard is a big plus since my Binky loves exploring outside. She also updated me on how Binkyvwas doing with a ton of pictures. It's such a pleasure picking up happy and healthy pup. We will definitely book Iwona again.”

kim a.

“It was my first time using rover and they made it a great experience. Excellent communication! From answering questions to walking me through making a booking request the day before watching my doggo. Whenever I visit Chicago again and need a dog sitter; Susan will be my go to choice.”

Rob R.

“Dayana never disappoints. You can really tell how much she loves and cares for dogs. This is the second time I booked with her for my dogs to stay for a couple of days. She provided me with pictures and videos and made sure I felt comfortable with their stay. They came home happy, fed and very tired from all of the playing. I will definitely keep booking my babies with her whenever I have to be out of town. Thank you Dayana!”

Gennlie P.

“Lesslie did an amazing job with my puppy! She sent tons of videos of him having a great time with the other dogs she was sitting for. Would absolutely book again!”

Nina A.