Dog Boarding in West Town, Chicago, IL
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Top rated West Town dog boarders
“John & Ryan took wonderful care of our dog, Freddie. He was the perfect playmate for Bruno. John & Ryan gave us consistent updates and pictures so we were rest assured he was in great hands! We will book again.”
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.
“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!”
“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.”
“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.”
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!”
“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.”
“Andrew is great! Treble enjoys his time there and has a furry friend to play with as well. I have a hard time bringing my dog back because he loves it there so much. If you need someone to not only watch your dog but care for them and treat them well, look no further!”
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!
“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!”
“Megan did a great job! Stella got so much exercise. When Stella had a minor medical problem, Megan kept us updated and handled it very well. We will definitely use her again.”
“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!”
“Christina was phenomenal! She gave regular updates and checked in when Lola had an upset stomach, but what says it all is how comfortable and relaxed Lola was when I picked her up! You can just tell when your pup is in good hands, you know? We will definitely use Christina again!”
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.
“Our stay with Laura was fantastic. She arranged a meet and greet before the boarding to ensure our dog would be comfortable in her space. She asked questions about our dog’s feeding schedule and walk schedule so that she could keep that routine. And she sent updates and photos daily while we were away. We had a great experience and will book with her again.”
“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.”
“Our dog had the BEST stay with Jing! Lots of walks, hikes and dog park visits. We received several videos and photos throughout his stay. We will absolutely re-book!”
“Audrey is the BEST!!! she took such good care of my Luna, so good at communication, seriously went way above and beyond. Will definitely be going back in the future!!”
“Melissa was wonderful! She is so sweet and so good with dogs, I knew my dog was in good hands the whole time. Her dog Dill is also precious and got along so well with my dog. I highly recommend her!”
“George and Chieu were great! Communication was easy and prompt. They sent us daily updates with photos which was much appreciated. Our dog was happy and healthy when we picked her up. We will definitely contact George and Chieu next time we need a dog sitter!”
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Emily S.Star Sitter
“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!”
John & Ryan K.Star Sitter
“John & Ryan took wonderful care of our dog, Freddie. He was the perfect playmate for Bruno. John & Ryan gave us consistent updates and pictures so we were rest assured he was in great hands! We will book again.”
K9 UniversityLocal facility
“My dog has been going to K9 University for about 8 years. When I’m out of town or not I take him there for doggy daycare. They take care of his grooming. I also have enrolled my dog into their classes for nose work, agility and obedience and my dog absolutely loves it. I am also satisfied with the results and experience of K9 University INC. Their staff members are well trained and they all practice the same delivery of services, for instance, what one staff members provide in quality customer services so does the remaining 5 staff members, therefore the quality you receive from this company isn’t compromised; moreover, they go above and beyond. They are all very professional and possess a wonderful attitude – they look very happy to be there. I’ll most definitely recommend using K9 University INC.”
Adam & Keit W.Star Sitter
“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!”
Christin C.Star Sitter
“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.”
Yeju K.
“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.”
Yahret O.Star Sitter
“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!?”
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!”
Angel V.Star Sitter
“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!”
Diana & Scott P.Star Sitter
“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.”
Ruben M.Star Sitter
“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.”
Andrew M.
“Andrew is great! Treble enjoys his time there and has a furry friend to play with as well. I have a hard time bringing my dog back because he loves it there so much. If you need someone to not only watch your dog but care for them and treat them well, look no further!”
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.”
Stefany & Cameron G.Star Sitter
“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!”
Megan S.
“Megan did a great job! Stella got so much exercise. When Stella had a minor medical problem, Megan kept us updated and handled it very well. We will definitely use her again.”
Nina C.Star Sitter
“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!”
Christina L.Star Sitter
“Christina was phenomenal! She gave regular updates and checked in when Lola had an upset stomach, but what says it all is how comfortable and relaxed Lola was when I picked her up! You can just tell when your pup is in good hands, you know? We will definitely use Christina again!”
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.”
Laura M.
Star Sitter
“Our stay with Laura was fantastic. She arranged a meet and greet before the boarding to ensure our dog would be comfortable in her space. She asked questions about our dog’s feeding schedule and walk schedule so that she could keep that routine. And she sent updates and photos daily while we were away. We had a great experience and will book with her again.”
Iwona K.Star Sitter
“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.”
Ying Z.Star Sitter
“Our dog had the BEST stay with Jing! Lots of walks, hikes and dog park visits. We received several videos and photos throughout his stay. We will absolutely re-book!”
Audrey A.Star Sitter
“Audrey is the BEST!!! she took such good care of my Luna, so good at communication, seriously went way above and beyond. Will definitely be going back in the future!!”
Melissa L.
“Melissa was wonderful! She is so sweet and so good with dogs, I knew my dog was in good hands the whole time. Her dog Dill is also precious and got along so well with my dog. I highly recommend her!”
George & Chieu D.Star Sitter
“George and Chieu were great! Communication was easy and prompt. They sent us daily updates with photos which was much appreciated. Our dog was happy and healthy when we picked her up. We will definitely contact George and Chieu next time we need a dog sitter!”
West Town dog parents share their Rover experiences
Katelyn was excellent with my senior dog! She is a xolo and more cat like than dog- she has kidney disease and we have not left her with anyone since her diagnosis. Katelyn got her to eat! Found a new kibble that she likes! I've literally tried every type I could find. She trimmed her toenails! She took her on walks to parts of Chicago Zola has never seen! I laughed at dog strollers all my life but Zola needed one to go on long doggie walks with the big dogs. Zola was extremely well taken care of. Katelyn was fantastic.
Cubby had the best time with Lemna & her family! She took care of him like he was one of her own. I loved how she sent me several pictures of Cubby daily and an update of how he was doing. Cubby loved having other dogs around too! Will definitely be boarding with Lemna again in the future.
Maddy was amazing with our pup! She sent pictures and handled everything very professionally. She was a big help with being flexible for pickup/drop off times. She also went above and beyond making sure our dog was ok during a few thunderstorms during the stay. Overall a great experience!
We couldn’t have asked for a better sitter! Our 1-year-old Goldendoodle, Margot, came home happy, relaxed, and even a bit better behaved than when we left. Taylor clearly has a natural way with dogs—his home is welcoming, and it’s obvious he truly understands and cares for them. He kept us updated throughout the week, which gave us real peace of mind and let us fully enjoy our vacation. We feel so lucky to have found him and wouldn’t hesitate to book again!
Quinn is the absolute best and always takes amazing care of our boy while we’re away. He is incredibly responsive and flexible. He completely spoiled our boy with walks, treats, and activities. I never have to worry when our dog stays with him! Cannot recommend him enough!
As a first time user of the app I was surprised how easy it was to work with Annabelle! Amazingly accommodated the times I needed to book, pickup, and dropoff. Literally 0 hassle and problems — even less than dropping my dog off with friends and family sometimes haha. Book with her!
I had to find someone last minute to watch Dolly and I was nervous leaving her for the weekend with someone new. Victoria was so nice! She sent frequent updates and photos which made me feel so much better! Her dog Linus is such a sweetie too and was so gentle with Dolly!
Tilly stayed for another wedding in the chaos of wedding season and nothing is a better feeling than knowing that she loves visiting and is in good hands. She wasn’t feeling too hot the first morning and they communicated greatly and appreciated sharing/keeping a close eye!
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
Only Rover provides comprehensive West Town dog boarding 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 dog boarding, while energetic pups who benefit from socialization and activity are a good fit for dog boarding facilities.
Typically, dog boarding sitters 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 Town.
Rover makes it easy to find West Town dog boarding sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your dog into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Dog boarding is great for:
- Dogs of all ages and abilities, including puppies
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
- Dogs who’d love to socialize with their sitter’s pets
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your dog boarding 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.
Note: If your dog boarding sitter requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.
We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your dog boarding service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.
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