Chicago Dog Daycare – Experience the Difference at K9U Chicago

Q: How Do I Know if My Dog Likes Daycare?

Your dog should be content and relaxed when they leave or come to dog daycare. “Excited” looks a lot like “stressed,” but a panting and nervous dog that leaves or arrives at daycare is likely not having a great time. That being said, you need to give dogsan adjustment period if they are new to daycare.

Q: Is Doggy Daycare Good for Dogs?

Doggy daycare is very good for dogs who socialize well. Dog daycare prevents destruction at home, loneliness, and self-harm. For dogs suffering from separation anxiety, daycare might be helpful. However, daycare might increase your dog’s anxiety if they’re not socialized.

Q: Should I Take My Dog to Daycare?

If no one can be with your dog for a long period of time, daycare is a great option. Any dog can attend dog daycare, but as a pet owner, you’ll need to make sure you’re supporting their behavioral health at home by keeping your dog socialized and stimulated.

Q: Do Dogs Need to be Neutered for Daycare?

Dogs over six months of age are not permitted at most dog daycares. Dogs who are intact tend to be picked on by more dominant dogs (both male and female). To provide a harmonious environment where dogs can play without disrupting the social order, intact dogs are not usually permitted.

Q: Do Dogs like Daycare?

There’s no one answer to this question. Some dogs thrive in daycare while others need some work before they become socialized enough to enjoy dog daycare. A good daycare will work with your dog to make them more comfortable and develop their social skills.

The Perfect Place for Your Pet: Happy, Healthy, Safe Dog

As a dog owners we all lead busy lives. Between work, family and friends, it is inevitable that our dogs will be left at home alone.

Concerned he’s being left alone too long?
Is she not getting enough socialization with or play time?
Is he showing destructive behavior when you’re away?

Dogs are social beings and it is common for dogs that are left alone for long periods of time to develop problems such as separation anxiety, excessive barking and destructive behavior. This is why K9 University (K9U) provides doggie daycare for dogs in Chicago.

Regular Business Traveller? K9U Chicago Doggie Daycare Is the Answer!

Dog daycare is a great way to ensure you dogs are safe, stimulated and cared for during the hours or days you are away from home. K9U has the largest and nicest indoor and outdoor play areas in Chicago complete with playground equipment and controlled environment. All Dogs are welcome. Our personalized programs, experienced professional care givers, and trainers cater to dogs of all breeds, ages, temperaments and behaviors, including dogs with special needs and aggressive behavior patterns.

Daycare & Packages For Daycare Page


Day $41 ---	10 Pack $39 $390	20 Pack $37 $740	Day (2 Dogs) $66 ---	10 Pack (2 Dogs) $64 $640	20 Pack (2 Dogs)/em> $62 $1,240

Daycare With Transportation


Day $56 ---	10 Pack $54 $540	20 Pack $52 $1,040	Day (2 Dogs) $81 ---	10 Pack (2 Dogs) $79 $790	20 Pack (2 Dogs) $77 $1,540

Additional Services & Fees - Daycare & Boarding

Additional Services	Cost	Description
Special Handling Fee for Individual Dogs	$5.00	This fee is for reactive dogs or dogs that need special attention and cannot be in groups
Nail Clip	$15	$20 Dremel
Thanksgiving: Wed - Fri on Thanksgiving, 2 nights \| Christmas: December 24-26 ; \| New Year: December 31 - January 2; \| 4th of July: July 3-5;
$5 extra per boarding night on the following special Holidays:
Thanksgiving: Friday; \| Christmas: December 26; \| New Year: January 2; \| 4th of July: July 5;
$5 extra per daycare on the following Holidays:
Boarding After 12pm Checkout Fee	$41	Daycare fee will be added to all boarding reservations checked out after 12pm on the departure date
Agility Training As a Drop-In Service	$40	Agility Drop-In service for our daycare and boarding dogs for high energy dogs.
Agility Training Additional Service	$40	Agility training service for our daycare and boarding dogs for high energy dogs.
Individual Activities/Play My Way	$15	Individual play, ball toss or treadmill, quiet time, group socialization
Group Social Rehab - as a Drop-in Service	$40	Reservations required in advance. Confirm availability and drop off between 10:30am-11:30am am and pick up by 2:00 pm)
Group Social Rehab - as an Added Service with daycare/ boarding	$30	Reservations required in advance
Last Minute Reservation (up to midnight)	$5	Reservations need to be booked 24 hours in advance. Our goal is to provide you with the most flexibility that you need for unusual situations. We will do our best to accommodate late reservations for additional $5 up to midnight the night before.
Attempted Pick-up or Drop-off Fee	$15	When driver tries to pick-up the dog and can't due to reasons that are not in K9U Chicago's control (e.g., door person does not have the key) or in case of cancellation when driver is already on the way to get the dog.
Early Drop Off Fee Before Business Hours (for Walk-in customers)	$5	We will accommodate your schedule from 6:30 AM on. Please contact us during office hours to book it.
Late Pick-up from K9U After Business Hours (For Walk-in Customers)	$10	Please contact us during office hours to book it. We will do our very best to accommodate your schedule up to 9:30 PM. If the dog is not picked-up by then, boarding charges will apply for the night.
Report Card	free	Video or Picture of your dog with a description of how your pooch is doing.
Bath / Grooming	$35 and up	Shampoo, Condition & Blow Dry
Medication Administration	$2	Administering your pet's medication during their stay when requested
Fecal Testing	$70	Ensure the health of your pet and our community with our convenient fecal testing service. We offer on-site collection during daycare or boarding, or you can bring a sample to us. We’ll submit it to Antech, a trusted lab used by local veterinarians, with results available the next day. We handle everything from collection to sharing the results, providing a hassle-free experience for busy pet parents.

Unique Services at K9U Chicago

We offer doggy daycare that no other dog daycare service in Chicago offers, including:

All doggy types are welcome. Does your dog need special attention? Is he or she temperamental? Do he or she have a tendency to be reactive? Do not worry. We will take care of him.
We accept unspayed dogs as well and offer them a chance to socialize.
If you can’t drop off your dog, we can pick him up. Our dog shuttle services in Chicago offer pick-up and drop-off facilities for dog daycare and boarding.
With group classes or custom training for your dog, your dog will learn everything from obedience to interesting tricks.
We have an experienced staff who handle all kinds of dogs, big or small, shy or aggressive, and give them the attention and care they need.

Our Staff Is the Heartbeat of K9U

Caring for dogs goes beyond just knowledge; it requires genuine love, understanding, and expertise. At K9U, our team embodies these values. Dog daycare isn’t merely about the basics like feeding or play; it’s about fostering deep connections, both dog-to-dog and human-to-dog.

Our staff is adept at:

Observing and understanding your dog’s unique behavior.
Strategically grouping dogs for optimal social interaction and based on temperaments.
Engaging with each dog to ensure they feel valued and understood.

Here’s why our staff stands out:

Team members are not only trained and experienced in dog care but also shares a deep love for our dogs.
With a diverse range of dogs under our care, safety is paramount. Our staff diligently follows and enforces our safety protocols, ensuring peace of mind for every pet owner.

At K9U, our staff isn’t just our strength; they’re our family, dedicated to making your dog’s experience exceptional.

For detailed information about the schedule of dogs at K9U, please click here.

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Anything We Should Know?

Review Daycare FAQs

How Do I Know if My Dog Likes Daycare?

Is Doggy Daycare Good for Dogs?

Should I Take My Dog to Daycare?

Do Dogs Need to be Neutered for Daycare?

Do Dogs like Daycare?

Doggie daycare with 29,000 square feet of professionally supervised play

At least 15,000 sf of our outdoors dog play area is fully covered with K9Grass®

Our indoor and outdoor play surfaces provide a safe, clean environment for dogs to play

Our dog play areas have separate sections for large and small dogs

Chicago Dog Daycare – Experience the Difference at K9U Chicago

The Perfect Place for Your Pet: Happy, Healthy, Safe Dog

Regular Business Traveller? K9U Chicago Doggie Daycare Is the Answer!

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