The Best Dog Boarding in Chicago

Skip the kennel. Premium overnight care in a real Chicago home with a vetted provider who'll treat your dog like family.

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Peace of Mind for Pet Parents in Chicago

Real Homes, Not Kennels

A comfortable, less stressful stay in a real Chicago home.

Vetted & Trained Sitters

Every sitter is interviewed, background-checked, and trained.

Personalized Matching

We connect you with sitters suited to your dog's specific needs.

Daily Photo Updates

Stay connected with photos and messages from your sitter.

How It Works

Your Simple Path to Worry-Free Boarding

Booking safe, personalized dog boarding in Chicago is easy with Tails.

Create a detailed profile covering personality, routine, medical needs.

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Based on your profile, we'll suggest vetted, local sitters.

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Schedule a no-obligation meeting to ensure a perfect match.

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Confirm your booking easily and receive loving care with updates.

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Specialized Care

Care Tailored to Your Dog's Needs

Our experienced boarding providers can accommodate special requirements so your dog stays comfortable and safe during their stay.

Reliable Medication Schedules

Reliable administration of pills, injections, etc., precisely following your vet's instructions.

Gentle Senior Dog Comfort

Patient care focused on your senior dog's mobility, diet, and comfort needs at home.

Consistent Puppy Routines

Maintaining your puppy’s routine at home: play, training reinforcement, and potty schedules.

Calming Anxiety Support

Experienced sitters create a calm, secure environment in your home to help ease separation anxiety.

Skilled Behavioral Management

Safe, skilled handling for dogs with reactivity or triggers, following your guidance.

Dedicated Physical Needs Care

Attentive support for dogs with vision, hearing, or mobility challenges, ensuring comfort and safety.

Trust & Safety

Your Dog's Safety is Our Top Priority in Chicago

We go above and beyond to ensure every stay booked through Tails is safe and secure.

Rigorous Sitter Vetting

Includes ID verification, background checks, and interviews.

Home Safety Checks

Home photos by Tails so you can be sure about your pet's home away from home.

Emergency Support

Our dedicated team is available just in case.

Secure Platform

Safe messaging and payment processing.

A True Home Away From Home

One-on-One Attention

Sitters typically care for only one or two dogs at a time.

Stress-Free Environment

Avoid the noise and anxiety of traditional kennels.

Routine Consistency

Sitters follow your dog's normal feeding, exercise schedule, and medication schedules.

Daily Exercise

Regular walks and playtime tailored to your dog's energy level.

Real-Time Updates

Receive photos, videos, and messages directly from your sitter.

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Your Chicago Dog Boarding Questions Answered

Every Tails sitter undergoes a multi-step vetting process including application review, ID checks, background checks, and a live video interview.

Our detailed profiles allow you to specify needs. We match you with experienced sitters. Discuss details during the Meet & Greet.

Pricing varies by sitter. You'll see individual rates clearly before booking.

Your sitter has your emergency contact/vet info, and our 24/7 Trust & Safety team provides support.

Receive photos, videos, and messages from your sitter via the secure Tails app.

Convenient Dog Boarding Across Chicago

Find trusted sitters in your neighborhood, including:

Lincoln Park Lakeview Wicker Park Bucktown Logan Square West Loop South Loop Gold Coast Old Town
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What Chicago Dog Owners Are Saying

"Leaving Leo used to be so stressful... Maria through Tails was a game-changer!"

Jessica R.

Owner of Leo • Chicago

"The Meet & Greet was key... The boarding stay was flawless."

David K.

Owner of Luna • Chicago

"The vetting process gave us confidence... sitter was amazing, updates were fantastic."

Emily S.

Owner of Max • Chicago

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The
Right Caregiver
For Your Dog's Unique Needs

Download Tails to connect with vetted, background-checked pet care providers in your neighborhood.

Caregivers matched to your dog's energy level, age, and needs

GPS tracking and real-time updates during every service

Simple scheduling for walks, boarding, and daycare

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