Chicago Packtive

★ 5.0 · 38 Google reviews·Dog daycare·Chicago, IL
Chicago Packtive, Chicago
DaycareBoarding
Dogs Away score9.7 /10Exceptional · 38 reviews · top 11% in Chicago
Sources
Behind the 9.7
Reviews read
38 on Google
Average stars
5.00 ★
Rank
#37 of 386 in Chicago
Ratings as of
July–October 2026
See the reviews on Google ↗
Published rate$70 /nightFrom their website, 2026-10-27
Sources
Behind the $70
Source
Chicago Packtive’s own website
Checked on
2026-10-27
Rate type
First dog, standard night
“Dog Boarding $ 70 00 a night ... Dog Daycare $ 55 a day”
Open their price page ↗

Chicago Packtive is a dog daycare in Chicago, IL, offering daycare & boarding. It scores 9.7/10 (exceptional) from 38 Google reviews averaging 5.0 stars — #37 of 386 in Chicago. Its website lists boarding from $70 per night and daycare from $55 per day. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 5.

Staff on site overnightStated on the facility’s own website.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, canine influenza, leptospirosis
Outdoor access: yardPer the facility’s website.
Publishes its ratesQuoted below with a link to the source page.

Key facts

Services
DaycareDog walkingBoardingGrooming Confirmed on their own website
Type
Dedicated facility
Boarding rate
$70/night
Daycare rate
$55/day
Open 24 hours
No
Rank in Chicago
#37 of 386
Google rating
★5.0 (38)
From downtown
3.4 mi
Neighborhood
East Garfield Park
Profile claimed on Google
Yes

Policies & requirements

5/27

5 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 requirements3 of 6 published
Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, canine influenza, leptospirosis
Their words
“we kindly request a vaccine certificate from your veterinarian confirming up-to-date vaccinations for Rabies, Distemper/Hepatitis/Parvo/Parainfluenza (DHPP), Canine Influenza, Leptospirosis, and Bordetella.”chicagopacktive.com/services/doggy-daycare-chicago-il
Spay / neuterRequired
Their words
“Adult dogs should be spayed/neutered.”chicagopacktive.com/services/doggy-daycare-chicago-il
Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay
Their words
“Before entering our exclusive doggy daycare program, all furry guests undergo a thorough evaluation.”chicagopacktive.com/services/doggy-daycare-chicago-il
Operations2 of 21 published
Staff on site overnightYes — a person is on site
Their words
“With our attentive staff on-site 24/7, you can have peace of mind knowing that your best friend is safe and secure throughout the night.”chicagopacktive.com/services/dog-boarding-chicago
Outdoor accessYard
Their words
“Our outdoor play area is 3000 sq ft, featuring top of the line artificial turf and canine agility equipment”chicagopacktive.com/services/dog-boarding-chicago
Show 22 policies not published on their website
Bordetella lead timeNot published on their website
Fecal / parasite testNot published on their website
Vaccination recordsNot 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
Groups separated byNot 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
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
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

9.7ExceptionalDogs Away score
5 ★38
4 ★0
3 ★0
2 ★0
1 ★0
★ 5.00Google average
38reviews 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

individualized care 3warm staff 3outdoor space 3fun 3personal touch 2dog excitement 2surgery 2parents 2

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

Booking terms & safety

Cancellation
Asks for 48 hours' notice before check-in; no fee statedStated on their website
Handling & correction
Uses structure and positive reinforcement in daycare and boardingStated on their website

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

Price history

Published rate for the same product as today, from archived copies of the facility’s own rate page.
YearBoardingDaycareSource
2024$65/night—Archived page, 2024-12-04
2024—$50/dayArchived page, 2024-12-04
2025$65/night—Archived page, 2025-09-13
2025—$50/dayArchived page, 2025-10-09
Now$70/night$55/dayTheir website, 2026-10-27

First-dog standard rate, lower end of any range. How this feeds the market trend: Dogs Away Boarding Price Index.

Hours

Mon
6:45 AM–7 PM
Tue
6:45 AM–7 PM
Wed
6:45 AM–7 PM
Thu
6:45 AM–7 PM
Fri
6:45 AM–7 PM
Sat
8 AM–4 PM
Sun
8 AM–4 PM

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

For travelers

MDW · Chicago Midway
6.9 mi
ORD · Chicago O'Hare
12.8 mi
Weekday hours span
6:45 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

315 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60612

3.4 miles from downtown Chicago · East Garfield Park · Get directions

Amenities & details

Identifies as women-ownedWheelchair accessible entrance

Self-reported on the business’s public profile.

Questions about Chicago Packtive

What services does Chicago Packtive offer?
Chicago Packtive is listed as a dog day care center in Chicago, IL, offering daycare, boarding.
How much does Chicago Packtive charge?
Its website lists overnight boarding at $70 per night and daycare at $55 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 Chicago Packtive require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, canine influenza, leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at Chicago Packtive?
Yes — a person is on site, according to the facility's own website.
How does Chicago Packtive compare with other Chicago facilities?
It ranks #37 of 386 in the Chicago index by Dogs Away score (9.7/10, exceptional), based on 38 Google reviews averaging 5.0 stars.

Cite this record

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

Chicago Packtive, Chicago, IL. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-08-20. https://dogsaway.co/chicago-il/chicago-packtive/

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