Doggy Day Care in West Ridge, Chicago, IL
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Top rated West Ridge doggy day care sitters
“Laura & Charlie took amazing care of my dog during her first daycare!! I really appreciated how they invited us into their home for the M&G so we could see the space she will be hanging out in. They were respectful & accepting of my dogs triggers / stranger danger and followed our instructions for the initial intro. They respected her boundaries and took it slow. For the actual daycare, they sent multiple photo/video updates and had excellent communication. Laura & Charlie are loving dog people with an incredible home. Highly recommend!”
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.
“Michelle is great! She was able to take Kaia last minute. This is the second time Kaia stays with her and she loves her, she always comes very happy from her day sitting. Kaia had a little accident where she hurt her nail playing (nothing serious). And Michelle texted us ASAP to let us know what happened and sent pictures showing Kaia was ok and took care of her, which we appreciate a lot.”
“Jennifer was so amazing with rockie. rockie loved to stay with her while I was away at work. She was so flexible and kind. Thank you so much! Rockie will definitely love to come back again.”
“We had another great experience with Kristina. She was available last minute and flexible with our pick up and drop off. She sends photos so we can see how our dog is doing. She takes extra good care of a senior dog who needs that kind of attention.”
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!
“He came in very clutch for our last minute day care booking and it couldn't have gone better. Great communication and took great care of our boy. We will absolutely use him again!”
“My 4mo puppy Nova had a BLAST at Whitney’s with her pup. She came home super tired from all the play which was great for me & my cat bc we got lots of rest that night! ? she slept the car ride home & went straight to sleep for the night when we got in. I’m so glad she got to get out some of that energy & I feel like Nova was in great hands while I was away at work. & she was only 10min away from where I live & is right off the expressway which was super convenient. We will definitely be using Whitney’s services again!”
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!
“Cynthia did a great job caring for our dog. She was flexible and accommodating and went above and beyond. We were traveling thru town for 3 days and needed a dog sitter. We highly recommend her.”
“Cheri's place itself is the perfect refuge for our two pups. It's rare to have so much off leash space at someone's house so near our city dwelling. But Cheri and the playmates themselves make it an extra special treat for an occasional day of doggie daycare.”
About: I have had six dogs in my life. My last little Shae just passed away, and I miss her so much. I would love caring for your pet. I love dogs. They are great companions.I have taken care of family, friends and neighbors dogs while they were away. Dogs are great company. I will make sure your pet enjoy their stay with me. I'm currently retired. I have plenty of time to be flexible. I can care for pets whenever and for as long as I want. I can take long assignments or short. I do not have a yard, but I will see that your pets gets plenty of exercise. Your pet will be safe at my home and on walks.
“Marla and James are truly amazing. They are extremely communicative throughout the whole stay! They are also extremely accommodating. Not to mention, daisy is an absolute sweetheart! Wound recommend to anyone and everyone!”
About: Been w/ Rover since March 2025. Outside of that, was casually pet-sitting for friends and family. Doing my best to create a cozy and fun space for pets while the parents are away. Have no pets of my own so I have plenty of attention to give your dear ones I recently started working in reduced hours, as a researcher on weekdays, off on weekends. I usually have to go in-office on Wednesdays for four hours. Your pet can stay overnight or during the day with me. I live in a studio apartment, usually by myself. Sometimes boyfriend is here too. I live in a pet-friendly building and family-safe neighborhood. There is a huge park nearby we can visit for long walks. With the recent heat wave: Yes, I just installed my AC! Also have two fans and supply of ice cubes to cool your pupper 🧊🐶 I have a scratching post and a litter box for our cat friends too 🫶🐈
About: I’m Tony, a dog lover who will cross the street just to meet a cute pup. I’m a calm, confident, and sensitive caregiver who often hears the phrase, “Wow, my dog has NEVER warmed up to someone that fast!”. My schedule is flexible and I have lots of energy for walking and running your pups! Currently working from home so I have plenty of time to care for your pets and my flexibility can match most schedules! I also do weekends! I have a medium sized apartment for watching dogs where everything is kept very safe for them. No fenced yard but very close to lots of grass and parks for lots of outside enrichment.
About: As a current cat owner and animal lover, I’ve developed a deep understanding of both feline and canine temperaments. My experience has taught me how to read their needs, respond with patience, and offer gentle, consistent care. As a psychology student, I bring a compassionate, attentive, and nurturing approach to pet sitting—always prioritizing emotional safety and comfort. I’m dedicated to creating a welcoming, stress-free environment where pets feel loved and secure. Whether it’s playtime, walks, or quiet companionship, I tailor my care to meet each pet’s unique personality and needs. I currently work part time so I’m mostly available during the week. My schooling is online, this allows me to have an open schedule for pet care. Clean, organized environment , minimizing hazards to curate a safe environment for any pet under my care and supervision. I keep things orderly and under control.
“Anna was great! She took amazing care of our dog, Lady! She is reliable, caring, and sweet! Thank you so much Anna for caring for our sweet pup! She enjoyed her stay with you so much!!”
About: As a Mommy and animal enthusiast - I take immense pride and joy in my care for ALL babies! We tend to forget that It takes a village to raise ‘em right and I’d be honored to be the chosen addition to helping you raise yours. I currently work “on-call” meaning I have ample amount of free time to invest in to my relationship with your fur babies. Whilst I am a devoted stickler when it comes to scheduling, I also understand that life happens and flexibility is a necessity. I have an open floor plan in my apartment and a fenced in front yard for off-leash activities. The street I live on is quiet and family oriented with plentiful CCTV cameras.
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Laura C.
Star Sitter
“Laura & Charlie took amazing care of my dog during her first daycare!! I really appreciated how they invited us into their home for the M&G so we could see the space she will be hanging out in. They were respectful & accepting of my dogs triggers / stranger danger and followed our instructions for the initial intro. They respected her boundaries and took it slow. For the actual daycare, they sent multiple photo/video updates and had excellent communication. Laura & Charlie are loving dog people with an incredible home. Highly recommend!”
Mark I.Star Sitter
“Mark takes great care of Artie. She loves going over to his place!”
Stay Dog HotelLocal facility
“Jasper has been a regular at stay for about 1.5 years, both for daycare and boarding. To say he "loves" it there would be an understatement. He whines in excitement as we turn onto Rockwell, knowing he's on his way for fun.”
C. Michelle A.Star Sitter
“Michelle is great! She was able to take Kaia last minute. This is the second time Kaia stays with her and she loves her, she always comes very happy from her day sitting. Kaia had a little accident where she hurt her nail playing (nothing serious). And Michelle texted us ASAP to let us know what happened and sent pictures showing Kaia was ok and took care of her, which we appreciate a lot.”
Jennifer S.
“Jennifer was so amazing with rockie. rockie loved to stay with her while I was away at work. She was so flexible and kind. Thank you so much! Rockie will definitely love to come back again.”
Volkan & Monika G.
“Monika is very good in communicating with us furparents. she always sends an updates. Thank you monika and volkan”
Kristina G.Star Sitter
“We had another great experience with Kristina. She was available last minute and flexible with our pick up and drop off. She sends photos so we can see how our dog is doing. She takes extra good care of a senior dog who needs that kind of attention.”
Posh Pet ClubLocal facility
“Chance tends to be anxious around people and other dogs, but by the time I picked him up, he was relaxed and seemed comfortable with the staff and other dogs. He was also happily exhausted from playing all day, which was a great bonus. We'll definitely be coming back!”
Harrison B.Star Sitter
“He came in very clutch for our last minute day care booking and it couldn't have gone better. Great communication and took great care of our boy. We will absolutely use him again!”
Joerg & Lake Z.Star Sitter
“Joerg was very kind and accommodating for my puppy Kaia. He has a couple dogs that played with her and entertained my puppy. Thank you so much Joerg!”
Whitney O.Star Sitter
“My 4mo puppy Nova had a BLAST at Whitney’s with her pup. She came home super tired from all the play which was great for me & my cat bc we got lots of rest that night! ? she slept the car ride home & went straight to sleep for the night when we got in. I’m so glad she got to get out some of that energy & I feel like Nova was in great hands while I was away at work. & she was only 10min away from where I live & is right off the expressway which was super convenient. We will definitely be using Whitney’s services again!”
Monica M.Star Sitter
“Monica is the best!! I'm out of town and I'm so glad to know that Ruth is safe and happy with her.”
Sit SocialLocal facility
“My dog Trudy and I LOVE Sit Social! All of the staff members are so kind and professional and treat Trudy like their own dog. Daycare at Sit Social is worth every penny, especially knowing that my dog is being cared for by people who love her and gets to play with other dogs her size.”
Cynthia A.Star Sitter
“Cynthia did a great job caring for our dog. She was flexible and accommodating and went above and beyond. We were traveling thru town for 3 days and needed a dog sitter. We highly recommend her.”
Cheri R.Star Sitter
“Cheri's place itself is the perfect refuge for our two pups. It's rare to have so much off leash space at someone's house so near our city dwelling. But Cheri and the playmates themselves make it an extra special treat for an occasional day of doggie daycare.”
Melika S.
“Melika was great! Poppy had a wonderful time. 💖”
Deborah H.
“Deborah has spent many years living with dogs specifically. She is accustomed to tending to animals and understands their needs. She will enjoy their company.”
Marla & James C.Star Sitter
“Marla and James are truly amazing. They are extremely communicative throughout the whole stay! They are also extremely accommodating. Not to mention, daisy is an absolute sweetheart! Wound recommend to anyone and everyone!”
Eloisa Noreen J.Star Sitter
“Eloisa is super friendly and caring! Every time my dog Max sees her he is super excited. He knows he will receive all the attention he wants. If you want someone to care for and love your pet as much as you do, she is the one for you!”
Tony C.
“Tony is incredible with dogs. He never passes a dog in the street that he doesn’t stop and ask to meet. He is very kind and patient with them. He is also a skilled dog trainer. His own dog knows several impressive tricks, and is incredibly obedient. Tony has a very warm caring temperament, and he will care about the well being and happiness of your dog just as much as you do.”
Huactemo C.
“Huactemo is an exceptionally responsible and loving pet caregiver. They show genuine compassion, attention, and patience with every pet, ensuring they feel safe, happy, and well cared for. I highly recommend Huactemo to anyone looking for trustworthy pet care.”
Anna B.Star Sitter
“Anna was great! She took amazing care of our dog, Lady! She is reliable, caring, and sweet! Thank you so much Anna for caring for our sweet pup! She enjoyed her stay with you so much!!”
Deja T.
“Deja was very good with my dogs. She sends me little pictures and videos all the time, my babies really love her. I highly recommend Deja, and very trustworthy☺️”
West Ridge dog parents share their Rover experiences
I was so impressed by Sid’s professionalism and communication. During our initial video call he gave me the run down of what a typical day looks like and asked many thoughtful questions that gave me reassurance in leaving my puppy. He has three chihuahuas himself and happens to be a dog trainer which added to my confidence in my tiny chihuahua having a safe place to socialize. He introduced them strategically and expressed that he would separate them from Yoko if I felt more comfortable or Yoko was showing any signs of distress from the interactions. Yoko LOVED it and had the best time!! Sid is an expert communicator and sent so many photos, updates, and VIDEOS which I didn’t even know you could get those on here. On the report card he also included precise times for walks, meals, and potty breaks which was also something that set him apart from other experiences and is helpful information as a puppy mom. Yoko wasn’t here for formal dog training so I didn’t expect anything extensive like that but it was nice to know he could reinforce what we’ve been doing and point out any behaviors or weak points we still have to work on. He gave lots of pointers and they certainly helped Yokos confidence on walks! So grateful for our visit and will definitely use Sid again!
So glad I found Sarah and Walter! I’ve been using their doggy day care and boarding services for a couple of years now and there’s no one I trust more with my dog Waylon. They are both very caring, trustworthy, communicative, and treat him like he’s family. Couldn’t ask for better sitters!
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Only Rover provides comprehensive West Ridge doggy day care options that meet your dog's unique needs. Anxious or special needs dogs who prefer a 1:1 environment are a good fit for in-home doggy day care, while energetic pups who benefit from socialization and activity are a good fit for doggy day care centers.
Typically, sitters offering doggy day care on Rover respond in under an hour, so you should be matched with the perfect sitter for you and your dog in no time!
Experience can vary widely from sitter to sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing sitters available in West Ridge.
West Ridge doggy day care sitters are happy to take care of your dog while you’re at work or unavailable for the day. Book a one-time visit, or set up a regular rhythm with your favorite West Ridge sitter. Drop off your dog at the sitter’s home and rest easy knowing they’ll get frequent potty breaks, plenty of playtime, and lots of love. Doggy day care is great for:
- Puppies and high-energy dogs
- Dogs with special needs, including seniors
- Pet parents who work long hours
- Dogs with separation anxiety
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your doggy day care sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your pet is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
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