Overnight & Extended Care
Boarding
Two flexible boarding options so your dog gets exactly the care they need while you're away. Choose an in-home stay where a sitter stays at your place, or boarding at one of our trusted walker's homes for a cozy, family-style experience.
No kennels. No cages. Just real care from people who love dogs.
Your dog stays in a real home, yours or ours. Either way, they're treated like family.
Boarding shouldn't mean a cold cage in a loud facility. We offer two warm, personal alternatives that keep your dog comfortable, happy, and stress-free while you travel.
Why Chicago pet parents choose Wags & Whiskers Boarding
Two boarding options to fit your dog's personality
Shy or routine-driven dogs thrive with in-home stays. Social pups love the family atmosphere at our walkers' homes. You pick what works best.
Continuous care with daily photo updates
Wherever your dog stays, you'll get daily photos, notes, and updates so you always know they're happy and safe.
No kennels, no cages, no stress
Skip the cold kennel environment. Our boarding is warm, personal, and built around your dog's comfort and routine.
Fully insured and vetted walkers
Every walker who boards is background-checked, insured, and genuinely passionate about dogs. Your pup is in expert hands.
Choose Your Boarding Style
Two great options. One perfect fit for your dog.
Walker's Home Boarding
Overnight Care at a Trusted Walker's Home
Your dog stays at one of our vetted walker's homes, a real house with a real family. They get one-on-one attention, cozy sleeping spots, and a home environment without the stress of a kennel. Great for social dogs who enjoy new friends.
In-Home Stay
Overnight Care in Your Home
Your sitter comes to you, arriving in the early evening to handle dinner, an evening walk, and a final potty break before settling in for the night. They sleep over so your dog has company right through morning, then get them up for breakfast, a refreshing morning walk, and some quality hangout time before heading out. Plenty of playtime built in, and you’ll get text updates with photos every day so you can relax knowing everything is taken care of.
Boarding Cancellation Policy
We get it. Plans change. Here's how boarding cancellations work so there are no surprises.
No Charge
Cancel with a full week or more of notice and there's no charge at all. Since we bill after the visit, nothing is ever collected and no refunds are needed.
50% Charged
Cancel within the 3 to 7 day window and you'll be billed 50% of the booking. The partial charge covers the slot we held for you.
Full Service Charged
Cancellations within 72 hours of your booking start date are billed in full. We've already staffed and prepared for your pet, and last-minute fills are rare.
Cancellations must be made by phone at (312) 248-2903 or by email at info@wagsandwhiskerschi.com. Any applicable charges will be billed to your original payment method within 5–7 business days.
All of our boarding stays include:
"There is no one I would trust more to stay with or walk our dogs than our walker at Wags & Whiskers! We trust and recommend them to everyone that is considering their services."
– Ashley R.