Dogtopia of South Elgin
DaycareBoarding
Dogs Away score9.4 /10Excellent · 244 reviews · top 46% in Chicago
Sources
Behind the 9.4
- Reviews read
- 244 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.70 ★
- Rank
- #168 of 386 in Chicago
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Policies published14 of 27From their website, 2026-08-20
Dogtopia of South Elgin is a dog daycare in South Elgin, IL, offering daycare & boarding. It scores 9.4/10 (excellent) from 244 Google reviews averaging 4.7 stars — #168 of 386 in Chicago. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 14.
No overnight staffStated on the facility’s own website.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
All-day open playPlay model, per the facility.
Outdoor access: indoor outdoorPer the facility’s website.
Live cameras for ownersPer the facility’s website.
Key facts
- Services
- DaycareDog walkingBoardingGroomingPet sitting
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- Not published
- Daycare rate
- Not published
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in Chicago
- #168 of 386
- Google rating
- ★4.7 (244)
- From downtown
- 37.2 mi
- 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 · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Their words
“Dogs must be current on Rabies, Distemper (DHPP), and Bordetella for daycare, boarding, grooming, and spa services.”dogtopia.com/south-elgin/faq/
Bordetella lead time2 days before arrival
Their words
“We prefer vaccinations to be completed at least seven days before a visit, with a minimum of 48 hours required .”dogtopia.com/south-elgin/faq/
Spay / neuterRequired from 7 months
Their words
“Dogs seven months and older must be spayed or neutered to attend daycare or boarding.”dogtopia.com/south-elgin/faq/
Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay (free)
Their words
“A complimentary Meet & Greet is required before attending daycare or boarding.”dogtopia.com/south-elgin/faq/
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“Upload records during registration or email them to [email protected] before your appointment.”dogtopia.com/south-elgin/faq/
Operations9 of 21 published
Staff on site overnightNo — nobody is on site overnight
Their words
“Dogs settle into home-style crates or suites overnight; employees are not onsite during those overnight hours.”dogtopia.com/south-elgin/faq/
Staff certificationPet first aid / CPR certified staff
Their words
“Several team members have formal training in pet CPR and first aid.”dogtopia.com/south-elgin/faq/
Play modelAll-day open play
Their words
“It helps us get to know your dog and determine whether our supervised open-play environment is a good fit.”dogtopia.com/south-elgin/faq/
Groups separated bySize, temperament and play style
Their words
“We have three indoor, climate-controlled playrooms with dogs grouped by size, temperament, and play style.”dogtopia.com/south-elgin/faq/
HousingSuite and crate
Their words
“Dogs settle into home-style crates or suites overnight”dogtopia.com/south-elgin/faq/
Outdoor accessIndoor outdoor
Their words
“Indoor and outdoor play space, plus enrichment activities, themed photoshoots, and stimulating brain games.”dogtopia.com/south-elgin/
Climate controlClimate-controlled
Their words
“Our facility has a security system, fire alarm system, fire sprinkler system, and temperature sensors that monitor the facility 24/7.”dogtopia.com/south-elgin/faq/
Live cameras for ownersYes
Their words
“After your dog passes their Meet & Greet, you’ll have access to our playroom webcams during daycare and boarding visits.”dogtopia.com/south-elgin/faq/
Administers medicationYes, except injectables
Their words
“Can you administer medications? Yes. We administer oral and topical medications. We do not administer injectable medications.”dogtopia.com/south-elgin/faq/
Show 13 policies not published on their website
Fecal / parasite testNot published on their website
Staff-to-dog ratioNot published on their website
Maximum playgroup sizeNot 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
CapacityNot 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
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
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
webcams 24dog safety 12clean facility 11friendly team 10welcoming staff 10clean environment 8dog socialization 6happy pups 4
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Booking terms & safety
- Checkout time
- Boarding checkout by noon; half-day daycare charge after noon (not Sundays)Stated on their website
- Late pick-up
- Half-day daycare charge for boarding pick-ups after noon, except SundaysStated on their website
- If a dog is sick
- Boarding dogs must be free of fleas, ticks and any contagious diseaseStated on their website
- Fire & emergency protection
- Fire alarm system, fire sprinkler system and 24/7 monitoring sensorsStated 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: periodic report cards on your dogStated on their website
- Senior dogs
- Seniors attend daycare with extra rest breaks; for boarding a suite is suggested for extra napsStated on their website
- Minimum age
- Boarding: puppies must be at least three months oldStated on their website
- Breed & size limits
- All breeds welcome if social, vaccinated and passing the meet and greetStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
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
- 10 AM–5 PM
- Sun
- 3–5 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
- 22.4 mi
- MDW · Chicago Midway
- 33 mi
- Weekday hours span
- 7 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
580 Randall Rd, South Elgin, IL 60177
37.2 miles from downtown Chicago · Get directions
Amenities & details
Onsite servicesWheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroomLGBTQ+ friendlyTransgender safespaceFree parking lotOn-site parking
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about Dogtopia of South Elgin
What services does Dogtopia of South Elgin offer?
Dogtopia of South Elgin is listed as a dog day care center in South Elgin, IL, offering daycare, boarding.
How much does Dogtopia of South Elgin charge?
We did not find a published rate on Dogtopia of South Elgin'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.
What vaccines does Dogtopia of South Elgin require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at Dogtopia of South Elgin?
No — nobody is on site overnight, according to the facility's own website.
How does Dogtopia of South Elgin compare with other Chicago facilities?
It ranks #168 of 386 in the Chicago index by Dogs Away score (9.4/10, excellent), based on 244 Google reviews averaging 4.7 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
Dogtopia of South Elgin, South Elgin, IL. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-08-20. https://dogsaway.co/chicago-il/dogtopia-of-south-elgin/Similar places near South Elgin
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