Dogtopia of Downtown Evanston
DaycareBoarding
Dogs Away score9.2 /10Excellent · 115 reviews · top 70% in Chicago
Sources
Behind the 9.2
- Reviews read
- 115 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.60 ★
- Rank
- #254 of 386 in Chicago
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Published rate$48 /dayFrom their website, 2026-10-27
$30middle $41$55
Above the Chicago middle price
Sources
Behind the $48
- Source
- Dogtopia of Downtown Evanston’s own website
- Checked on
- 2026-10-27
- Rate type
- First dog, standard day
“Full Day $48”Open their price page ↗
Dogtopia of Downtown Evanston is a dog daycare in Evanston, IL, offering daycare & boarding. It scores 9.2/10 (excellent) from 115 Google reviews averaging 4.6 stars — #254 of 386 in Chicago. Its website lists daycare from $48 per day. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 10.
All-day open playPlay model, per the facility.
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 walkingBoardingPet sitting Confirmed on their own website
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- Not published
- Daycare rate
- $48/day
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in Chicago
- #254 of 386
- Google rating
- ★4.6 (115)
- From downtown
- 12.2 mi
- Profile claimed on Google
- Yes
Policies & requirements
10/27
10 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 requirements2 of 6 published
Spay / neuterRequired from 7 months
Their words
“All dogs 7 months and older must be spayed or neutered.”dogtopia.com/downtown-evanston/dog-daycare/
Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay
Their words
“all happy and social dogs who are fully vaccinated and pass our meet and greet are welcome!”dogtopia.com/downtown-evanston/dog-daycare/
Operations8 of 21 published
Play modelAll-day open play
Their words
“8-10 hours of open-play to encourage socialization and exercise”dogtopia.com/downtown-evanston/dog-daycare/
Groups separated bySize, temperament and play style
Their words
“will love his newfound freedom in our open-play environment where he’ll be separated by friends of similar size, temperament and play style.”dogtopia.com/downtown-evanston/dog-daycare/
Time out of their room8-10 hours daily open play
Their words
“8-10 hours of open-play to encourage socialization and exercise”dogtopia.com/downtown-evanston/dog-daycare/
HousingCrate
Their words
“Home-style crates for resting, feeding and overnight stays”dogtopia.com/downtown-evanston/dog-daycare/
Outdoor accessIndoor outdoor
Their words
“Endless Fun Indoor and outdoor play space, plus enrichment activities”dogtopia.com/downtown-evanston/
Climate controlClimate-controlled
Their words
“Our facility is climate-controlled, so no matter the weather, it’s always a comfortable 65-70 degrees and bright in our playrooms.”dogtopia.com/downtown-evanston/dog-daycare/
Live cameras for ownersYes
Their words
“Free webcam access so you can keep an eye on your pup”dogtopia.com/downtown-evanston/dog-daycare/
Photo / report-card updatesYes
Their words
“report cards to keep you in the loop on your dog”dogtopia.com/downtown-evanston/dog-daycare/
Show 17 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
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
Solo care for dogs who skip group playNot 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
9.2ExcellentDogs Away score
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
friendly staff 42webcams 8safe environment 6thorough staff 4overnight stay 3dogs sorted by size 2play areas 2scheduling 2
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Booking terms & safety
- If a dog is sick
- Boarding dogs must be free of fleas, ticks and any contagious diseaseStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Who they take & how they care
- Updates during a stay
- Periodic daycare report cards on behavior and friendsStated on their website
- Minimum age
- Boarding puppies must be at least 3 months oldStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Price history
| Year | Boarding | Daycare | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | — | $40/day | Archived page, 2021-10-28 |
| 2022 | — | $40/day | Archived page, 2022-10-26 |
| 2023 | — | $45/day | Archived page, 2023-12-03 |
| 2024 | — | $45/day | Archived page, 2024-09-14 |
| 2025 | — | $45/day | Archived page, 2025-09-17 |
| Now | — | $48/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.
Hours
- Mon
- 6:30 AM–7 PM
- Tue
- 6:30 AM–7 PM
- Wed
- 6:30 AM–7 PM
- Thu
- 6:30 AM–7 PM
- Fri
- 6:30 AM–7 PM
- Sat
- 10 AM–5 PM
- Sun
- 10 AM–5 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
- 12.6 mi
- MDW · Chicago Midway
- 18.5 mi
- Weekday hours span
- 6:30 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
1710 Maple Ave, Evanston, IL 60201
12.2 miles from downtown Chicago · Get directions
Amenities & details
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about Dogtopia of Downtown Evanston
What services does Dogtopia of Downtown Evanston offer?
Dogtopia of Downtown Evanston is listed as a dog day care center in Evanston, IL, offering daycare, boarding.
How much does Dogtopia of Downtown Evanston charge?
Its website lists daycare at $48 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 Downtown Evanston?
Dogtopia of Downtown Evanston'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 Downtown Evanston compare with other Chicago facilities?
It ranks #254 of 386 in the Chicago index by Dogs Away score (9.2/10, excellent), based on 115 Google reviews averaging 4.6 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
Dogtopia of Downtown Evanston, Evanston, IL. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-08-20. https://dogsaway.co/chicago-il/dogtopia-of-downtown-evanston/Similar places near Evanston
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