Doggy Day Care in North Lawndale, Chicago, IL

“Twigs had an incredible time with Ruben and I got lots of updates and pictures. Ruben is super flexible and communicative and I can’t wait to send our baby back again, couldn’t recommend enough”

Rachel M.

“Audrey is so wonderful! Jaco loves going to her house and wants to stop at her house when we walk past. We know he’s in the best hands with her!”

Lindsey G.

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.

“Professional and took great care of our dog. We appreciated the many photos sent to us while Ronnie was in day care. Ronnie has a new friend in Milo. Will book again for future stays with Ian and Milo.”

Hope R.

About: I grew up with family dogs and have had mine since he was 8 weeks old (he will be 16 years old this August!). Experience with puppies through senior dogs. Large breeds and small! Would love to take care of yours. I work full time from home, so I have ample amount of time to hang out with your pups (no matter the age, dogs are forever pups in my eyes!). I have an almost 16 year old pup who naps most of the day but is always excited for his walks! I live in a low traffic area and just down the street from a fenced grass area we play in. In case there’s rain, I have a covered area to take the pups out so they still get some fresh air.

“Lauren and Mark are experienced dog parents and their pups get along very well with my oftentimes shy cattle dog. They’ve been flexible and communicative whenever I’ve needed, and their schedule for weekday daycare fits my needs perfectly.”

Kevin W.

“Camila was super responsive and easy to coordinate with even on short notice! She was great with updates and Banksy returned home tired and happy”

Abigail R.

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!

“Ashley was absolutely amazing! She went above and beyond to make sure that my dog was comfortable with his stay at her house while I worked. She was very communicative, made sure to have full understanding of his care, and gave him lots of love! From the moment I dropped him off, I can tell she really cares about the pets she and her daughter care for, when I picked Echo up at the end of the day, he was so sad to leave! I’ll definitely be booking with Ashley again! :)”

Maria C.

“Tomas was awesome very flexible for last minute booking. Barbie seem really tired when we got back. Also responded quickly too. Very reassuring.”

Andrea P.

“Laura was able to watch my pup Bonnie short notice on a Sunday! I was so grateful!! She provided updates including pictures and a video. Bonnie returned to me happy and sleepy from playing with Laura and her dog! I highly recommend Laura!!!”

Maureen M.

“We were visiting Chicago for a graduation and left our young golden retriever with Jennifer and her family. They have a nice yard set up and there were other dogs there for her to play with. They sent a video each day, which we appreciated, as well. Thank you!”

Nancy D.

About: I've been taking care of pets since the I was 12. My family and I have had one english bulldog. Currently we have two french bulldogs, so I understand the importance of the care of bulldogs as well as Chihuahuas! I have always been the go to person to care for and groom our pets. I'm currently in college full time. However, it is online so I have a lot of time to play, walk, and give love to your pets! I have a fenced yard as well as two dogs to play with your pets. I also have one cat. I live close to the Mckinley Park area so there will be a lot of walks.

“Victoria and Kevin were absolutely great with my Pomeranian! They provided several updates throughout the day with photos so I could know what Snickers was up to. Will definitely have them watch again next time!”

Matthew D.

“Maria seemed like a great sitter for Bambi!! We only left Bambi with her for about 10hrs during a long day we had, but in that time all seemed well! Maria sent us pictures of Bambi playing and looking happy which was reassuring. Maria was also really flexible with our drop off time and pick up time which I really appreciated as our day was really in flux and we ended up picking her up later than expected. Bambi seems super tired since we got back. Thank you Maria!!!”

Julia D.

“Moses was wonderful with Nioh! His patience and calm energy made such a difference, especially for my high-energy dog who gets anxious in new places. He cared for and played with Nioh like his own, and I could tell at pick-up how much Nioh enjoyed his day. I’d highly recommend and rebook with him anytime! Thanks so much Moses!”

Natalie B.

“Monica and Calvin were wonderful dog-sitters for our one-year-old frenchton. Thankfully, they met with us in advanced to make sure that we and our puppy would be comfortable with them and vice versa. They sent multiple status updates during the day including photos and even suggested ways of helping our puppy relieve with his digestion issues. Overall, they were excellent and we will definitely rebook them in the future.”

Clint B.

About: Hey there! Welcome to your pet's home away from home! I have been around dogs all my life and missing having one in Chicago. We loveeee taking care of dogs, playing with them, cuddling them, rubbing their belly and go out for a walk with them. We live in a house and have fenced backyard. Our goal is to ensure your fur baby enjoy a pawcation as much as possible. My husband works from home everyday of the week and I go to work twice a week so one of us is readily available to take care of the dog. We have taken care of the dog who is 14 years old and have made sure about giving them medicines on time. We can take care of feeding the dog and taking them out on the same schedule that they have at home to make their stay as comfortable as possible.

“Norma and her husband Jimmy were lovely! They treated my Gigi like family. We can't wait to book again.”

Morgan L.

About: I have cared for pets for over 5 years, providing love, exercise, and companionship. I am experienced in feeding, walking, bathing dogs and administering medications. Pet care is integrated into my daily routine with scheduled feeding, walks, and playtime. I ensure they receive attention and care consistently, making their well-being a top priority and it's so easy when I work from home. I provide a loving environment, regular walks, playtime, and adhere to feeding schedules. I ensure their safety, comfort, and happiness. After all they are family.

About: I have always had my own dogs, mostly big dogs and cats. I’m loving to all pets. I can give medications if needed. I love to play and walk them. I’ve helped two female dogs give birth, and taken care of the 9 puppies for 8 weeks. I like to teach dogs and to reward them for good behavior. I can provide feeding time and if needed I can do house training. I love taking pictures and would love to send you pictures and videos through out the day. I have plenty of room in my home with a fenced in front and backyard. I have a Full empty basement for playtime with lots of toys. And a minivan that holds lots of dogs to take to the doggie park.

“She was FANTASTIC! I highly recommend, definitely coming back to her when we are back in town!”

Brenda A.