Pet Boarding Training near Skokie

“The entire staff is warm, compassionate and patient. Dr. Stewart pays attention to every detail, thinks quickly and is committed to exceptional care. She has proven to be an excellent listener and communicator, empathetic, adaptable and reliable.“

“Josie LOVES sit social and we absolutely love to bring her here because we can tell how happy and excited she gets when we arrive just at the door. Once we walk inside, she forgets about me and dashes into the room! The people who work here are really sweet and kind, making it trustworthy for us to bring Josie here. We love receiving the pup updates during Josie’s stay here and seeing the cutest photos! I’ve done a ton of research before selecting a daycare to bring Josie to and this place definitely gave me a sense a relief. Thank you Sit Social for loving Josie as much as we do.“

“I can’t say enough great things about Bow Wow Behavioral! I've done board & train and in home training and the progress George has made since starting with them has been incredible—he’s calmer, listens so much better, and our walks are actually enjoyable now. Ty, Kyle, and Laura are true pros who clearly love what they do. They take the time to explain things, tailor their approach to each dog, and celebrate every little win along the way. It’s been such a rewarding experience watching George grow with their guidance. If you’re looking for a team that’s knowledgeable, kind, and truly committed to helping dogs and their owners succeed, Bow Wow Behavioral is the one to call.“

“We are so happy with The Dog Stop in Deerfield! This is only our second day bringing our puppy, Olive, and we couldn’t be happier. The whole team is incredibly friendly and caring — you can tell they truly love what they do.

They’ve been sending us the cutest pictures of Olive playing with her puppy friends, and she looks so happy and comfortable there. Olive is only 5 months old, and they’ve been so gentle and thoughtful with her — keeping her inside with her mini group of puppy friends instead of taking her outside. We really appreciate the extra care and attention they give her at this young age. It’s such a relief knowing she’s in great hands and having fun while we’re away.

A special shoutout to Christian for his wonderful customer service — he’s so professional, kind, and attentive. Truly 10+ service all around!

We’re so glad we found The Dog Stop — it already feels like a second home for Olive. Highly recommend this place to any dog parent looking for a safe, loving, and fun environment for their pup! ?❤️“

“Trust this place 100% with my dog. Xavier especially is always so warm and welcoming with him!“

“We’ve been sending our dog(s) there since 2017 and it’s always been great. Sean is super flexible on pickup/drop off days. The vans have AC for the summer, which is uncommon. All of his employees are super friendly and you can tell they love the dogs just as much as we do. And best of all, the dogs love it and come home tired. Pack Life is the best!“

“My puppy recently finished the 12-week Pup Start Plus program, and I couldn’t be happier. The trainers are patient and knowledgeable, my pup gained great socialization and training skills, and the option to board with a trainer has been a game changer.“

“My wife and I have been coming to Companion Animal Hospital of Norridge for years. Christie and Dr. Anderson are always kind with our dogs.“

“We love them SO MUCH. The folks here are so kind to our baby dog (and her humans). She loves daycare and boarding with them. We trust the BowWow team 100%!“

“My dog like the staff which is important, they were fine with me too. The price for the visit was reasonable“

“I've been taking my 20lb golden doodle to Liz at House of Paws since 2021 and have only had positive experiences! My dog always comes back looking great after grooming, and she loves going for daycare too. Good prices and great customer service, and a super easy website to schedule appointments. Thanks Liz and Eli for taking such great care of Winnie!“

“My two dogs love their time at western wag! They evaluate the dogs for temperament and split them into different play groups, I love seeing them posted on their instagram, and they always come back soooo tired and calm. Works really well with my work schedule and they’re very flexible with drop off and pick up and booking is so easy.“

“I love earth pups so so much! They take such great care of my two dogs Sheldon and wolfie! I've always had anxiety boarding my dogs but I know now when I bring my dogs here that everything will be alright :) the staff is amazing! Thank you earth pups!!“

“I have taken my dog to Higgins for a few years, my gf from Roscoe Village had referred me to Higgins Vet.
Everyone there was so attentive and nice, the receptionists were always so cordial and always called me back promptly.
During Covid the operations changed and it was absolutely fine, we parked in the back at their designated lot and called in and someone came to see and pick up our dog to take it to a consultation while we waited.
Thank you for being the best vets in town!“

“Downtown Dogs Chicago has changed our and our dog’s life forever.
They are worth every penny and more !
Our bulldog was reactive to other dogs and had fear aggression.
We did private behavioral classes with A trainer at another facility and group ones which did not correct any of the issues.
He was kicked out of day care and we were sad and desperate.
A friend recommended Downtown Dogs and our lives turned for the better.
Henry went through the training and the dog we got back was A completely different animal.
2 years later we still go to group classes once in A while and have kept up with everything we were taught.
Thank you to all the trainers , Ari and Aliya“

“Wonderful place, kind staff
My dog and I just completed training.
We are now certified to do official visits.
Great people.“

“Been taking my baby for a couple of
Months now and i feel
Extremely safe knowing his there getting take care of by these amazing people never had a problem“

“Mila, our pitbull had bone cancer and we opted for euthanasia, she was 10 years and 5 months old. It was a very sad decision to make, but we were so glad we had the chance to have her checked by a very knowledgeable veterinarian at Delta Animal Hospital, she was very honest with us and didn’t intend to profit more when it was clear survival chances were not likely. The staff was very helpful and kind, even though they had to explain to me more than once, I think I wasn’t ready for this, initially I had hope that something more was possible to save Mila’s life but this wasn’t the case. Thanks to the staff for taking us at last. We could stay through all the process, they also offer us to keep the ashes if we wish to. Thanks to the doctor for being so kind to explain to me and answer all my questions throughly and with honesty. The cost was pretty affordable. We plan to take our other dogs to update their vaccines and renew their licenses. Keep in mind you need to get there between 9am and 11am, before noon to register in the waiting list, they close around 4pm and Thursdays and Sundays (if not mistaken).- I would highly recommend and they have staff that speak multiple languages, including Spanish. And you could find free parking on one of the adjacent/side streets.“

“I recently took my dog, Steffy, to SBK Dog Club, and I couldn't be happier with the experience! From the moment we walked in, the staff was incredibly welcoming and attentive.

The grooming itself was top-notch, Steffy came out looking clean, well-trimmed, and smelled great! I also appreciated the detailed report they gave me about her behavior and any issues they noticed during grooming.

I highly recommend SBK Dog Club to any pet owner looking for a reliable and caring grooming service. We will definitely be returning!“

“I used to work as a receptionist for a dog daycare, so I've had to talk to different vets all the time all over Chicago. Now, no longer a receptionist and I have my own puppy; Preiser was one of my top 3 to go to. I HIGHLY recommend, they have a wonderful staff and receptionists. The nurses are so kind, and treated my puppy with so much love. Like, I'm pretty sure my dog loves the vet now. They helped refer me to a specialist and helped me make sure she got the best care. Pricing wasn't terrible at all. The doctor called me personally to discuss my dog which I thought was really thoughtful. Also the lobby is so cute, and welcoming. Sometimes lobbies at vets can be rough, like they can smell, be dirty, have strange colors, and have uncomfortable chairs... but not here. It's so cute and cozy, the sun shines in, there are magazines, comfy sheets, and so much space if you have an uneasy or aggressive pet that needs space from other pets. Also I have to point out that all the plants have their own names it's adorable“

“Dr Park and his staff are excellent. I've been taking all my pets to Dr Park for the last 15yrs.“

“My dog loves this place and the staff. Every time we pull into the parking lot and he hears the other dogs barking, my little 12 pound buddy becomes a sled dog and pulls me to the front door in anticipation of playing with the other dogs.“

“We’ve learned so much from Kim about how to improve obedience with our dog, Penny, along with ways to stimulate her mind as an active herding dog mix. We took her group basic obedience class, which helped Penny practice her listening skills with distractions, and Kim has been very generous with her time, helping us troubleshoot issues even years after we took her class.“

“This is the first class we have taken at Paws Chicago Training Center it is a great facility and our instructor is great! We are taking the AKC Canine Good Citizen Class“

“My cat Georgie had his first appointment with this vet today, and to say I am impressed would be an understatement!

Dr Mueller has to be one of the best vets I have ever interacted with. He was so sweet to my Georgie, and so reassuring to me (despite my intense health anxiety around my cat). I immediately felt like I could trust him, which has not been the case with other practices I’ve visited in the past. He is definitely in the right line of work!

The vet techs were equally as sweet and knowledgeable. They were very reassuring to my cat and I - I even saw him slow blinking at the tech that was restraining him a few times!

Some reviews note that this place can be pricy, but honestly, I felt like pricing was very transparent and on par with what veterinary care costs these days. I think I have finally found my forever vet in Chicago!“