Playful & Safe Doggy Day Care in Chicago

Give your dog a fun day of socialization, play, and expert care in a cozy home environment. Perfect for busy Chicago pet parents!

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Why Tails Doggy Day Care Excels in Chicago

Joyful Socialization

Safe, supervised play helps your dog build confidence and good manners.

Vetted Hosts & Homes

Every host and their home is carefully screened for safety and comfort.

Personalized Attention

Small group sizes ensure your dog gets the individual care they deserve.

Updates Throughout the Day

Receive photos and notes about your dog's activities and new friends.

How It Works

Your Easy Path to Worry-Free Day Care

Booking safe, enriching doggy day care in Chicago is simple.

Create a profile covering personality, play style, and any special needs.

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We'll suggest vetted, local Chicago hosts suited for your dog.

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Visit the host's home to ensure it's the right fit for everyone.

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Easily schedule days online and enjoy peace of mind while you work.

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Specialized Care

Care Tailored to Your Dog's Needs

Our experienced house sitters can accommodate a variety of special requirements to ensure your dog receives the best care possible in your absence.

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

A Safe & Secure Day Care Environment

Your dog's well-being is our priority during their day care stay in Chicago.

Rigorous Host Vetting

Includes ID checks, background checks, interviews, and home assessments.

Home Safety Checks

Ensuring a dog-friendly, secure environment before hosts are approved.

Small Group Play

Carefully managed playgroups based on size and temperament.

Emergency Protocols

Clear procedures and support from our team if needed.

More Than Just a Place to Stay

Structured Play & Rest

Balancing fun activities with needed downtime in a calm setting.

Enrichment Activities

Mental stimulation through puzzles and supervised interactive play.

Comfortable Home Setting

Less stress than crowded facilities, feels like a home away from home.

Regular Potty Breaks

Access to outdoor areas for frequent potty breaks throughout the day.

Dog relaxing comfortably during doggy day care in a Chicago home

Doggy Day Care Questions Answered

Hours vary slightly by host but generally cover standard workdays (e.g., 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM). Specific hours are listed on host profiles.

We maintain low ratios (typically 1 host to 4-6 dogs max) to ensure safe supervision and individual attention.

Yes, hosts assess dogs during the Meet & Greet and manage playgroups based on size, energy level, and play style to ensure safety.

We require dogs to be up-to-date on Rabies, DHPP (Distemper, Hepatitis, Parvovirus, Parainfluenza), and Bordetella vaccinations.

Usually just your dog on a leash! Hosts provide water bowls and toys. You can bring lunch or medication if needed, clearly labeled.

Convenient Doggy Day Care Across Chicago

Find trusted day care hosts in your neighborhood, including:

Lincoln Park Lakeview Wicker Park Bucktown Logan Square West Loop South Loop Gold Coast Old Town ...and more!
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Hear From Happy Chicago Day Care Clients

"Buster has so much fun at Tails day care! He comes home happy and tired. Love the photo updates!"

Sarah J.

Owner of Buster • Chicago

"Knowing Daisy is in a safe, small-group home environment while I work is such a relief."

Michael P.

Owner of Daisy • Chicago

"The Meet & Greet was great, and our host is wonderful. Highly recommend!"

Lisa C.

Owner of Cooper • Chicago

Ready for a Happier Pup?

Give Your Dog the Gift of Play & Socialization

Join the waitlist for Chicago's premier in-home doggy day care.

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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For Early Access Members

Waitlist members get first access to our top-rated caregivers and premium time slots when we launch in your neighborhood.