Chicago Canine Academy

★ 4.2 · 144 Google reviews·Dog trainer·Chicago, IL
Chicago Canine Academy, Chicago
Daycare
Dogs Away score8.5 /10Very good · 144 reviews · top 97% in Chicago
Sources
Behind the 8.5
Reviews read
144 on Google
Average stars
4.20 ★
Rank
#353 of 386 in Chicago
Ratings as of
July–October 2026
See the reviews on Google ↗
Policies published4 of 27From their website, 2026-08-20

Chicago Canine Academy is a dog trainer in Chicago, IL, offering daycare. It scores 8.5/10 (very good) from 144 Google reviews averaging 4.2 stars — #353 of 386 in Chicago. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 4.

Structured rotationPlay model, per the facility.

Key facts

Services
TrainingDaycare
Type
Other
Boarding rate
Not published
Daycare rate
Not published
Open 24 hours
No
Rank in Chicago
#353 of 386
Google rating
★4.2 (144)
From downtown
7.5 mi
Neighborhood
Cragin
Profile claimed on Google
Yes

Policies & requirements

4/27

4 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 requirements1 of 6 published
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“How do I prepare my dog for boarding? Bring up-to-date vaccination records, medication, and any special feeding instructions.”chicagocanineacademy.com/
Operations3 of 21 published
Play modelStructured rotation
Their words
“Our dog daycare services provide a safe, supervised, and stimulating environment during the day. We engage your dog in socialization, structured play, and enrichment activities”chicagocanineacademy.com/
Groups separated bySize and temperament
Their words
“Safety is prioritized through supervision, careful grouping by size and temperament, and continuous monitoring.”chicagocanineacademy.com/dog-daycare-services
Climate controlClimate-controlled
Their words
“Each dog enjoys a climate-controlled space that is monitored throughout the night.”chicagocanineacademy.com/dog-boarding-services
Show 23 policies not published on their website
Vaccinations requiredNot published on their website
Bordetella lead timeNot published on their website
Fecal / parasite testNot published on their website
Spay / neuterNot published on their website
Temperament evaluationNot published on their website
Staff on site overnightNot 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
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
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
Administers medicationNot published on their website
FeedingNot 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

8.5Very goodDogs Away score
5 ★110
4 ★4
3 ★1
2 ★1
1 ★28
★ 4.20Google average
144reviews 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

boot camp 13dog boarding 7professional team 6effective training 5dog safety 4reinforcement sessions 2choke collars 2behavior correction 2

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

Who they take & how they care

Senior dogs
Senior dog boarding with slower-paced activities and medical monitoringStated on their website
Anxious or shy dogs
Says shy dogs may need gradual exposure to daycareStated on their website
Minimum age
Daycare enrollment from 4 months old, once fully vaccinatedStated on their website

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

Hours

Mon
8 AM–7 PM
Tue
8 AM–7 PM
Wed
8 AM–7 PM
Thu
8 AM–7 PM
Fri
8 AM–7 PM
Sat
8 AM–3 PM
Sun
8 AM–3 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
8.4 mi
MDW · Chicago Midway
10.5 mi
Weekday hours span
8 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

4930 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL 60641

7.5 miles from downtown Chicago · Cragin · Get directions

Amenities & details

Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotFree street parking

Self-reported on the business’s public profile.

Questions about Chicago Canine Academy

What services does Chicago Canine Academy offer?
Chicago Canine Academy is listed as a dog trainer in Chicago, IL, offering daycare.
How much does Chicago Canine Academy charge?
We did not find a published rate on Chicago Canine Academy's website when we checked it (2026-08-20); call the facility for pricing. For reference, the Chicago median published boarding rate is $60/night across 137 facilities.
Is someone on site overnight at Chicago Canine Academy?
Chicago Canine Academy's website does not say whether a person is on site overnight (checked 2026-08-20). That is common — ask the facility directly before booking an overnight stay.
How does Chicago Canine Academy compare with other Chicago facilities?
It ranks #353 of 386 in the Chicago index by Dogs Away score (8.5/10, very good), based on 144 Google reviews averaging 4.2 stars.

Cite this record

Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:

Chicago Canine Academy, Chicago, IL. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-08-20. https://dogsaway.co/chicago-il/chicago-canine-academy/

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