Bow Wow Lounge

★ 4.8 · 295 Google reviews·Pet boarding·Chicago, IL

BoardingDaycare

Dogs Away score9.6 /10Exceptional · 295 reviews · top 22% in Chicago

Sources

Behind the 9.6

Reviews read: 295 on Google
Average stars: 4.80 ★
Rank: #78 of 386 in Chicago
Ratings as of: July–October 2026

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Published rate$66 /night

$40middle $60$90

Above the Chicago middle price

From their website, 2026-10-27

Sources

Behind the $66

Source: Bow Wow Lounge’s own website
Checked on: 2026-10-27
Rate type: First dog, standard night

“Bow Wow | Daycare: Full Day $44.50 per day ... Bow Wow | Boarding: Private Deluxe Suite $77.50 per night Bow Wow | Boarding: Deluxe Suite $66 pe”

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Bow Wow Lounge is a pet boarding in Chicago, IL, offering boarding & daycare. It scores 9.6/10 (exceptional) from 295 Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars — #78 of 386 in Chicago. Its website lists boarding from $66–$77.5 per night and daycare from $44.5 per day. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 9.

No overnight staffStated on the facility’s own website.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Publishes its ratesQuoted below with a link to the source page.

Key facts

Services: BoardingGroomingDaycare Confirmed on their own website
Type: Dedicated facility
Boarding rate: $66–$77.5/night
Daycare rate: $44.5/day
Open 24 hours: No
Rank in Chicago: #78 of 386
Google rating: ★4.8 (295)
From downtown: 7.1 mi
Neighborhood: Ravenswood
Profile claimed on Google: Yes

Policies & requirements

9/27

9 of the 27 policies owners ask about are published on their website.Checked on their website, 2026-08-20. Open a policy to see their exact words.

Admission requirements5 of 6 published

Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis

Their words

“We also require proof that your dog has been vaccinated against Rabies, Distemper, Parvovirus, and Bordetella.”bowwowlounge.com/services/daycare

Fecal / parasite testNegative test required

Their words

“You must also provide a negative Fecal Exam, and all daycare guests must be microchipped.”bowwowlounge.com/services/daycare

Spay / neuterRequired from 10 months

Their words

“All dogs older than 10 months must also be spayed or neutered.”bowwowlounge.com/services/boarding/dog-boarding

Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay

Their words

“All boarding guests must pass our Meet and Greet and complete at least 2 half days of daycare prior to your pet s first boarding reservation.”bowwowlounge.com/services/boarding/dog-boarding

Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word

Their words

“We also require proof of Rabies, Distemper, Parvovirus, and Bordetella vaccinations and a negative Fecal Exam.”bowwowlounge.com/services/boarding/dog-boarding

Operations4 of 21 published

Staff on site overnightNo — nobody is on site overnight

Their words

“Do you have someone in the building overnight with the dogs? Our guests have quiet time to sleep after we’ve closed for the day. We do not have someone stay overnight.”bowwowlounge.com/about-us/faqs

Groups separated bySize and temperament

Their words

“This allows us to separate our guests according to their size and temperament.”bowwowlounge.com/services/daycare

Administers medicationYes

Their words

“We are happy to administer oral or topical medications or supplements to your pets!”bowwowlounge.com/services/boarding/dog-boarding

FeedingOwner's food preferred

Their words

“In fact, we prefer feeding guests their regular diet to prevent stomach upset”bowwowlounge.com/about-us/faqs

Show 18 policies not published on their website

Bordetella lead timeNot published on their website

Staff-to-dog ratioNot published on their website

Maximum playgroup sizeNot published on their website

Staff certificationNot published on their website

Play modelNot published on their website

Time out of their roomNot published on their website

Solo care for dogs who skip group playNot published on their website

HousingNot published on their website

Outdoor accessNot published on their website

CapacityNot published on their website

Climate controlNot published on their website

Live cameras for ownersNot published on their website

Photo / report-card updatesNot published on their website

ToursNot published on their website

Injury / fight policyNot published on their website

Veterinary accessNot published on their website

AvailabilityNot published on their website

Online bookingNot published on their website

Policies change, so confirm anything that matters when you book. Items marked “described by reviewers” come from customers, not from the facility.

Score & reviews

9.6ExceptionalDogs Away score

5 ★275

4 ★8

3 ★1

2 ★5

1 ★6

★ 4.80Google average

295reviews behind the score

★ 4.65Chicago average

Higher is better. A score backed by more reviews is more reliable. Read the reviews on Google Maps. Data as of July–October 2026.

What reviewers mention most

daycare 61kind staff 30grooming 23high energy dogs 5detailed report card 5dog safety 3reasonable cost 3gentle with pup 2

Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.

Booking terms & safety

Checkout time: Boarding pick-up after 12 PM is charged a late pickup feeStated on their website
Late pick-up: Late pickup after 12 PM costs $30 per dogStated on their website

In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.

Who they take & how they care

Minimum age: Dogs must be at least 10 months old for daycareStated on their website

In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.

Hours

Mon: 7 AM–7 PM
Tue: 7 AM–7 PM
Wed: 7 AM–7 PM
Thu: 7 AM–7 PM
Fri: 7 AM–7 PM
Sat: 9 AM–6 PM
Sun: 9 AM–6 PM

From the public profile, July–October 2026. Drop-off and pick-up windows can be narrower; holiday hours vary.

For travelers

ORD · Chicago O'Hare: 12 mi
MDW · Chicago Midway: 13.6 mi
Weekday hours span: 7 AM – 7 PM
Open Sunday: Yes

Straight-line miles, not driving distance. Hours span from the public profile; confirm drop-off and pick-up windows before a flight.

Location

5135 N Ravenswood Ave, Chicago, IL 60640

7.1 miles from downtown Chicago · Ravenswood · Get directions

Amenities & details

Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotGender-neutral restroomLGBTQ+ friendlyTransgender safespace

Self-reported on the business’s public profile.

Questions about Bow Wow Lounge

What services does Bow Wow Lounge offer?

Bow Wow Lounge is listed as a pet boarding service in Chicago, IL, offering boarding, daycare.

How much does Bow Wow Lounge charge?

Its website lists overnight boarding at $66–$77.5 per night and daycare at $44.5 per day (first-dog standard rate, checked 2026-10-27). Holiday surcharges and add-ons vary; confirm when booking. The Chicago median published boarding rate is $60/night.

What vaccines does Bow Wow Lounge require?

According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis.

Is someone on site overnight at Bow Wow Lounge?

No — nobody is on site overnight, according to the facility's own website.

How does Bow Wow Lounge compare with other Chicago facilities?

It ranks #78 of 386 in the Chicago index by Dogs Away score (9.6/10, exceptional), based on 295 Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars.