Dog Boarding in North Park, Chicago

“If I could give 100 stars I would! Words cannot express how grateful we are for the kindness and professionalism Eloisa showered on our 2 dogs during their time with her. We had previously booked with another River sitter and a day into our vacation the initial Rover sitter we booked started blowing up my messages letting us know that she had lost one of our dogs and had to involve the police to get our dog back. She then said she was “DONE” and we needed to find another option ASAP or she was threatening to let our dogs loose in the road with heavy traffic. Complete stressful nightmare but thankfully (after a frantic search) Eloisa swooped in like an Angel on earth and picked up our dogs from this sicko and gave them beyond 5 star care and so much love for the remainder of our time away on our family vacation. She kept us up to date with pictures and messages and provided our 2 dogs a truly wonderful experience after an extremely traumatic situation. We are truly grateful and will definitely be booking with Eloisa for all future boarding needs for our dogs! Not all heroes wear capes!! Eloisa is a GEM!!!”

Ava D.

“My dogs were so happy after we picked them up and she was so kind to add a third dogs last minute. I was a little bit worried but she took really good care of my dogs!”

Maria B.

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.

“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.

“I had a last minute emergency and had to leave town and my pup behind. Thankfully, Rachel and Vincent were accommodating and flexible! I got plenty of communication with questions and updates throughout the day, putting me at ease. Thank you so much!”

Deanna M.

“Diana and Scott were the perfect match for Kimi - who absolutely had a blast for the two weeks we were away. I was able to enjoy our trip knowing she was so well cared for, like Kimi was their own. Everyday updates, videos and photos made our extended absence manageable, and I will absolutely be booking them for future needs. You can be assured your fur babies will be in amazing hands. I’m so grateful.”

Shana L.

“Jonathon couldn’t have been a better choice to take care of our puppy, Beverly. She is a 95lb big baby mastiff who has never spent a day without us and needs a lot of attention and cuddles keep her happy. Our honeymoon was 12 days long and I was very nervous leaving her for that long. Jonathon sent us lots of pictures and it was very obvious that she was happy and safe in their care and allowed me to relax and enjoy our trip. Can’t recommend them enough and so happy to have found a sitter we trust with our precious very large baby!”

Elizabeth Y.

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!

“Deb and Doug were incredible! This was only my second time using Rover and they made me feel very comfortable. They did a great job of learning about what would make Elly most comfortable during her stay. I could tell right away they genuinely cared and were happy to take care of her. I couldn’t recommend them enough!”

Puja T.

“Very easy to communicate with and they have an adorable dog! Our pup came back from her overnight stay so happy and tired from all of the playing they did.”

Kathleen F.

“Obi had a great stay with Laura and family! I received several updates and was so happy to hear Obi was having a great time. Laura was also able to administer medication for his ear infection while he was there and I was so thankful he was in such caring hands!”

Mary S.

“It was a great stay for Gwen! She stayed for a week and a half and I felt great about the care she was getting the whole time. Joerg was flexible and did a nice job communicating. Gwen and Lizzie just played and played - we arrived home and she is totally tired out! Tired puppies are the happiest. Thanks for a great experience! Would book again in a heartbeat!”

Alyssa 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!

“Brian took great care of my dog and asked thoughtful questions to ensure my dog’s first stay with him would go well. He provided a picture daily and my dog was happy when I picked her up.”

Veronica R.

“Corina was great! Excellent communication and sent lots of videos and kept us updated. Buddy enjoyed all the doggy friends and trips to the dog park!”

Nikki L.

“Otto had a blast! He was so well cared for, I never worried about him for a minute! Thank you so much, and hopefully you will have him back sometime. 😊”

Teresa C.

“Heather and her husband, Octavio, watched our dog Lulu while we were out of town for a few days. She sent numerous photos and updates throughout Lulu's stay with them and asked questions about Lulu to get a better understanding about her. We would definitely book another stay with Heather and Octavio.”

Patricia K.

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.

“James and his family took great care of our 1 year old lab! She came home happy (and tired!) after a fun long weekend. They responded quickly to any questions as well as confirming drop off time. They also sent pictures daily to make sure we were updated.”

Angela Z.

“Tammy was the best taking care of Vinnie!! She was available last minute when I couldn’t get anyone else to sit him and was very responsive, which I really appreciate. Vinnie got to play with the other dogs at the house and run off some energy. Will definitely be using Tammy again!!”

Kayla F.

“Robert was incredible! He and his wife took excellent care of our dog Harvey, who admittedly has a bit of separation anxiety. They were caring, understanding, and super communicative during the booking process, leading up to drop off, and throughout the stay. We received multiple pictures and videos each day and when I picked Harvey up at the end, I could just tell he had a very relaxing weekend with tons of walks, pets, and great care. They’ve got a very secure home with a lockable deck that Harvey loved, and the front door opens up to a courtyard set off from the main drag. I felt so comfortable leaving Harvey with them, and will 100% look to Robert’s calendar when we need boarding for Harvey in the future. One of our best dog sitters yet. ❤️ Thank you!!!”

Matt K.

“I just want to say how flexible Merrick family was with my schedule. This is my first time using any services for Harper. We had the meet and greet that went great. Then we booked the boarding with them. I was sent pictures and updates on Harper and I will definitely use them again!! Also they have a fenced in backyard!!! That’s a plus”

Tabatha H.

“Undram was great! She provided regular updates and was always very responsive. Our dog was obviously in good hands and we plan to use her services in the future.”

Steve A.

“Ivana was the absolute best pet sitter! We loved the responsiveness and daily updates. Ivana was additionally very understanding and patient when we had a returning flight delay and couldn’t pick our pet up at the expected time. Thank you Ivana!”

Lauren S.