Dogtopia of Downers Grove

★ 4.7 · 218 Google reviews·Dog daycare·Downers Grove, IL
Dogtopia of Downers Grove, Downers Grove
DaycareBoarding
Dogs Away score9.4 /10Excellent · 218 reviews · top 46% in Chicago
Sources
Behind the 9.4
Reviews read
218 on Google
Average stars
4.70 ★
Rank
#168 of 386 in Chicago
Ratings as of
July–October 2026
See the reviews on Google ↗
Published rate$42 /dayFrom their website, 2026-10-27
Sources
Behind the $42
Source
Dogtopia of Downers Grove’s own website
Checked on
2026-10-27
Rate type
First dog, standard day
“Downers Grove Dog Daycare Play With Us Full Day: $42”
Open their price page ↗

Dogtopia of Downers Grove is a dog daycare in Downers Grove, IL, offering daycare & boarding. It scores 9.4/10 (excellent) from 218 Google reviews averaging 4.7 stars — #168 of 386 in Chicago. Its website lists daycare from $42 per day. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 6.

Outdoor access: indoor outdoorPer the facility’s website.
Live cameras for ownersPer the facility’s website.
Publishes its ratesQuoted below with a link to the source page.

Key facts

Services
DaycareDog walkingBoardingGroomingPet sitting Confirmed on their own website
Type
Dedicated facility
Boarding rate
Not published
Daycare rate
$42/day
Open 24 hours
No
Rank in Chicago
#168 of 386
Google rating
★4.7 (218)
From downtown
20.1 mi
Profile claimed on Google
Yes

Policies & requirements

6/27

6 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
Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay
Their words
“We also require all dogs under our care to be fully vaccinated and have passed a Meet & Greet evaluation”dogtopia.com/downers-grove/
Operations5 of 21 published
Time out of their roomUp to 10 hours daily off-leash play
Their words
“Your dog will participate in up to 10 hours of off-leash play per day at Dogtopia”dogtopia.com/downers-grove/
Outdoor accessIndoor outdoor
Their words
“Spacious indoor and outdoor play areas allow for safe play rain or shine, year-round!”dogtopia.com/downers-grove/
Climate controlClimate-controlled
Their words
“Climate controlled HVAC systems maintain the perfect temperature while UV filtration units provide constant clean air circulation.”dogtopia.com/downers-grove/
Live cameras for ownersYes
Their words
“Our modern take on dog socialization includes transparency, live webcams , report cards, and text updates like a children’s daycare!”dogtopia.com/downers-grove/
Photo / report-card updatesYes
Their words
“Our modern take on dog socialization includes transparency, live webcams , report cards, and text updates like a children’s daycare!”dogtopia.com/downers-grove/
Show 21 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
Vaccination recordsNot 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
Play modelNot published on their website
Groups separated byNot 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
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

9.4ExcellentDogs Away score
5 ★188
4 ★12
3 ★3
2 ★2
1 ★13
★ 4.70Google average
218reviews 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

groomer 16webcams 14caring groomer 4video updates 4dog bathing and blow dry 3senior dog care 3dog attention 3happy and healthy pups 2

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

Who they take & how they care

Updates during a stay
Report cards and text updatesStated on their website
Breed & size limits
All breeds welcome if happy, social and passing the meet and greetStated 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
2019—$33/dayArchived page, 2019-11-13
2023—$33/dayArchived page, 2023-03-22
2024—$42/dayArchived page, 2024-05-29
2025—$42/dayArchived page, 2025-12-07
Now—$42/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
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–5 PM
Sun
Closed

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
12.6 mi
MDW · Chicago Midway
13.3 mi
Weekday hours span
7 AM – 7 PM
Open Sunday
No

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

Location

909 Ogden Ave, Downers Grove, IL 60515

20.1 miles from downtown Chicago · Get directions

Amenities & details

Onsite servicesWheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotFree parking lot

Self-reported on the business’s public profile.

Questions about Dogtopia of Downers Grove

What services does Dogtopia of Downers Grove offer?
Dogtopia of Downers Grove is listed as a dog day care center in Downers Grove, IL, offering daycare, boarding.
How much does Dogtopia of Downers Grove charge?
Its website lists daycare at $42 per day (first-dog standard rate, checked 2026-10-27). Holiday surcharges and add-ons vary; confirm when booking.
Is someone on site overnight at Dogtopia of Downers Grove?
Dogtopia of Downers Grove'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 Dogtopia of Downers Grove compare with other Chicago facilities?
It ranks #168 of 386 in the Chicago index by Dogs Away score (9.4/10, excellent), based on 218 Google reviews averaging 4.7 stars.

Cite this record

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

Dogtopia of Downers Grove, Downers Grove, IL. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-08-20. https://dogsaway.co/chicago-il/dogtopia-of-downers-grove/

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