Elmhurst Animal Care Center

★ 4.4 · 1,629 Google reviews·Animal hospital·Elmhurst, IL
Elmhurst Animal Care Center, Elmhurst
Boarding
Dogs Away score8.8 /10Very good · 1,629 reviews · top 93% in Chicago
Sources
Behind the 8.8
Reviews read
1,629 on Google
Average stars
4.40 ★
Rank
#339 of 386 in Chicago
Ratings as of
July–October 2026
See the reviews on Google ↗
Policies published0 of 27From their website, 2026-08-20

Elmhurst Animal Care Center is a animal hospital in Elmhurst, IL, offering boarding. It scores 8.8/10 (very good) from 1,629 Google reviews averaging 4.4 stars — #339 of 386 in Chicago. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 0.

Veterinary practiceA vet clinic that also offers boarding.

About this place

Elmhurst Animal Care Center offers comprehensive veterinary care for dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, and pocket pets. Through the use of advanced veterinary medicine, technology, and superior customer service, we are able to provide customized care to meet the unique needs of every pet. From preventative care plans to advanced diagnostic services, you can count on our team to deliver the exceptional care your pet needs and deserves.

From the business’s public profile.

Key facts

Services
VeterinaryBoardingGroomingTraining
Type
Veterinary practice
Boarding rate
Not published
Daycare rate
Not published
Open 24 hours
No
Rank in Chicago
#339 of 386
Google rating
★4.4 (1,629)
From downtown
17.0 mi
Profile claimed on Google
Yes

Policies & requirements

0/27

0 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.

Show 27 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
Temperament evaluationNot 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
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
Outdoor accessNot 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

8.8Very goodDogs Away score
5 ★1,258
4 ★124
3 ★51
2 ★32
1 ★164
★ 4.40Google average
1,629reviews 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

dog care 91wait time 51separate waiting area for cats 18euthanasia 18appointment scheduling 18blood work 14vaccinations 14teeth cleaning 8

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

Who they take & how they care

Cats
Offers kitty condos for cat boardingStated on their website

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

Hours

Mon
8 AM–9 PM
Tue
8 AM–9 PM
Wed
8 AM–9 PM
Thu
8 AM–9 PM
Fri
8 AM–9 PM
Sat
8 AM–4 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
7.5 mi
MDW · Chicago Midway
12.3 mi
Weekday hours span
8 AM – 9 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

850 S Riverside Dr, Elmhurst, IL 60126

17.0 miles from downtown Chicago · Get directions

Amenities & details

Onsite servicesWheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroomGender-neutral restroomAppointments recommendedFree parking lotFree street parkingOn-site parkingPaid parking lot

Self-reported on the business’s public profile.

Questions about Elmhurst Animal Care Center

What services does Elmhurst Animal Care Center offer?
Elmhurst Animal Care Center is listed as a animal hospital in Elmhurst, IL, offering boarding.
How much does Elmhurst Animal Care Center charge?
We did not find a published rate on Elmhurst Animal Care Center'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.
Is someone on site overnight at Elmhurst Animal Care Center?
Elmhurst Animal Care Center'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 Elmhurst Animal Care Center compare with other Chicago facilities?
It ranks #339 of 386 in the Chicago index by Dogs Away score (8.8/10, very good), based on 1,629 Google reviews averaging 4.4 stars.

Cite this record

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

Elmhurst Animal Care Center, Elmhurst, IL. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-08-20. https://dogsaway.co/chicago-il/elmhurst-animal-care-center/

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