Citizen Canine

★ 4.7 · 84 Google reviews·Pet boarding·Chicago, IL

BoardingDaycare

Dogs Away score9.4 /10Excellent · 84 reviews · top 46% in Chicago

Sources

Behind the 9.4

Reviews read: 84 on Google
Average stars: 4.70 ★
Rank: #168 of 386 in Chicago
Ratings as of: July–October 2026

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Published rate$72 /night

$40middle $60$90

Above the Chicago middle price

From their website, 2026-10-27

Sources

Behind the $72

Source: Citizen Canine’s own website
Checked on: 2026-10-27
Rate type: First dog, standard night

“Our cage-free Slumber Party Lounge is $72 per night, inclusive of all-day daycare ... Premium Holiday nights incur a $10 upcharge per dog, per night. ... 1 Daycare $44 per day”

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Citizen Canine is a pet boarding in Chicago, IL, offering boarding & daycare. It scores 9.4/10 (excellent) from 84 Google reviews averaging 4.7 stars — #168 of 386 in Chicago. Its website lists boarding from $72 per night and daycare from $44 per day. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 14.

Staff on site overnightStated on the facility’s own website.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Recommended: canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis
Publishes its ratesQuoted below with a link to the source page.

Key facts

Services: BoardingDaycareTrainingGrooming Confirmed on their own website
Type: Dedicated facility
Boarding rate: $72/night
Daycare rate: $44/day
Open 24 hours: No
Rank in Chicago: #168 of 386
Google rating: ★4.7 (84)
From downtown: 3.5 mi
Neighborhood: Sheffield Neighbors
Holiday / peak: $10/night per dog
Profile claimed on Google: Yes

Policies & requirements

14/27

14 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 · Recommended: canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis

Their words

“You will need to bring in your shot records or have your vet fax us a copy to 773-935-5697. Includes Rabies, Parvo/distemper, Bordetella and Canine Influenza is highly recommended.”citizencaninechicago.com/faq/

Fecal / parasite testNegative test required

Their words

“You must provide a negative fecal test and have updated vaccines for your dog”citizencaninechicago.com/faq/

Spay / neuterRequired from 6 months

Their words

“Citizen Canine accepts only non-aggressive dogs that must be neutered/spayed if over six months old”citizencaninechicago.com/daycare/

Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay

Their words

“A temperament evaluation must be completed for first time daycare and boarding guests in order to determine if your dog will be a good fit for our social environment.”citizencaninechicago.com/boarding/

Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word

Their words

“You will need to bring in your shot records or have your vet fax us a copy to 773-935-5697.”citizencaninechicago.com/faq/

Operations9 of 21 published

Staff on site overnightYes — a person is on site

Their words

“There is also someone on-site at CC during the overnight hours.”citizencaninechicago.com/about-us/

Staff certificationPet first aid / CPR certified staff

Their words

“they must undergo a thorough certification training process that is focused on raising the bar of safety in off-leash play. This includes, learning Dog Body Language, understanding Animal Behaviors, Pet first aid and CPR.”citizencaninechicago.com/about-us/

Groups separated bySize

Their words

“We provide a dedicated playroom exclusively for small to medium size dogs and puppies, ensuring a safe and fun environment tailored just for them.”citizencaninechicago.com/faq/

Solo care for dogs who skip group playOffered

Their words

“We offer boarding in our private suite for dogs who are less social, senior guests, or those who prefer one on one attention to suit their different needs.”citizencaninechicago.com/faq/

HousingOpen or suite

Their words

“not all temperaments are best suited to Cage-free boarding. We offer boarding in our private suite for dogs who are less social, senior guests, or those who prefer one on one attention”citizencaninechicago.com/faq/

Climate controlClimate-controlled

Their words

“Do you have a temperature control system? Yes, our facility is climate controlled. Heated and air conditioned.”citizencaninechicago.com/faq/

ToursTours by appointment

Their words

“We give tours on Monday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, by appointment, times may vary.”citizencaninechicago.com/faq/

Administers medicationYes, no charge

Their words

“Can you administer medication? Yes, we can administer any medication at no extra charge.”citizencaninechicago.com/faq/

FeedingOwner's food required

Their words

“Do I need to bring my dog s own food? Yes, you must bring your dog s own food so we could keep she/he on the same diet so there are no stomach issues.”citizencaninechicago.com/faq/

Show 13 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

Play modelNot published on their website

Time out of their roomNot 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

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

9.4ExcellentDogs Away score

5 ★76

4 ★2

3 ★0

2 ★1

1 ★5

★ 4.70Google average

84reviews 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 22friendly staff 15dog care 5happy dogs 4home 4door 4review 4team 3

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

Booking terms & safety

Cancellation: $35 fee for cancellations with less than 24 hours noticeStated on their website

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

Who they take & how they care

Updates during a stay: Daycare: photos and videos of the dogs on Instagram, Facebook and YouTubeStated on their website
Senior dogs: Private boarding suites for senior guests and less social dogsStated on their website
Breed & size limits: No breed restrictions; each dog is evaluated individuallyStated 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.
Year	Boarding	Daycare	Source
2018	$42/night	—	Archived page, 2018-12-11
2019	$44/night	—	Archived page, 2019-12-23
2020	$48/night	—	Archived page, 2020-11-25
2021	$60/night	—	Archived page, 2021-12-19
2022	$60/night	—	Archived page, 2022-12-07
2023	$62/night	—	Archived page, 2023-12-02
2024	$66/night	—	Archived page, 2024-11-03
2025	$70/night	—	Archived page, 2025-10-08
Now	$72/night	$44/day	Their website, 2026-10-27

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

For travelers

MDW · Chicago Midway: 10.4 mi
ORD · Chicago O'Hare: 13.1 mi

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

Location

2205 N Southport Ave, Chicago, IL 60614

3.5 miles from downtown Chicago · Sheffield Neighbors · Get directions

Amenities & details

Identifies as women-ownedWheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroomFree street parkingOn-site parking

Self-reported on the business’s public profile.

Questions about Citizen Canine

What services does Citizen Canine offer?

Citizen Canine is listed as a pet boarding service in Chicago, IL, offering boarding, daycare.

How much does Citizen Canine charge?

Its website lists overnight boarding at $72 per night and daycare at $44 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 Citizen Canine require?

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

Is someone on site overnight at Citizen Canine?

Yes — a person is on site, according to the facility's own website.

How does Citizen Canine compare with other Chicago facilities?

It ranks #168 of 386 in the Chicago index by Dogs Away score (9.4/10, excellent), based on 84 Google reviews averaging 4.7 stars.