Erickson's Kennels Inc

★ 4.7 · 113 Google reviews·Pet boarding·Crystal Lake, IL
Erickson's Kennels Inc, Crystal Lake
Boarding
Dogs Away score9.4 /10Excellent · 113 reviews · top 46% in Chicago
Sources
Behind the 9.4
Reviews read
113 on Google
Average stars
4.70 ★
Rank
#168 of 386 in Chicago
Ratings as of
July–October 2026
See the reviews on Google ↗
Policies published4 of 27From their website, 2026-08-20

Erickson's Kennels Inc is a pet boarding in Crystal Lake, IL, offering boarding. It scores 9.4/10 (excellent) from 113 Google reviews averaging 4.7 stars — #168 of 386 in Chicago. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 4.

Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, leptospirosis · Recommended: canine influenza

Key facts

Services
BoardingGrooming
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 (113)
From downtown
46.4 mi
Profile claimed on Google
Yes

Policies & requirements

4/27

4 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
Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, leptospirosis · Recommended: canine influenza
Their words
“Canine Requirements: REQUIRED TO BOARD Rabies DHLPP. (Distemper, Hepatitis, Leptospirosis, Parainfluenza, Parvovirus) Bordetella (Kennel Cough) STONGLEY RECOMMENDED Canine Influenza”ericksonskennels.com/vaccination/
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“Proof of vaccinations (or vaccination reminders) can be emailed to us at [email protected] .”ericksonskennels.com/boarding2021/
Operations2 of 21 published
Climate controlClimate-controlled
Their words
“Licensed and Inspected by the State of Illinois Climate Controlled Facility”ericksonskennels.com/
FeedingNo raw diets
Their words
“Bring the pets current diet for them to feel the best while they are here. *We DO NOT allow raw food of any kind*”ericksonskennels.com/boarding2021/
Show 23 policies not 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
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
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
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 ★103
4 ★2
3 ★0
2 ★0
1 ★8
★ 4.70Google average
113reviews 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

friendly staff 20kennel 6german shepherd 4clean kennels 3safety 3picture and video updates 2air conditioned facilities 2family owned 2

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

Hours

Mon
6 AM–3 PM
Tue
6 AM–3 PM
Wed
6 AM–12 PM
Thu
6 AM–3 PM
Fri
6 AM–3 PM
Sat
6 AM–1 PM
Sun
12–3 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
31.1 mi
MDW · Chicago Midway
45.8 mi
Weekday hours span
6 AM – 3 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

8711 Ridgefield Rd, Crystal Lake, IL 60012

46.4 miles from downtown Chicago · Get directions

Amenities & details

Onsite servicesWheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotFree parking lotOn-site parking

Self-reported on the business’s public profile.

Questions about Erickson's Kennels Inc

What services does Erickson's Kennels Inc offer?
Erickson's Kennels Inc is listed as a pet boarding service in Crystal Lake, IL, offering boarding.
How much does Erickson's Kennels Inc charge?
We did not find a published rate on Erickson's Kennels Inc'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 Erickson's Kennels Inc require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, leptospirosis · Recommended: canine influenza.
Is someone on site overnight at Erickson's Kennels Inc?
Erickson's Kennels Inc'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 Erickson's Kennels Inc compare with other Chicago facilities?
It ranks #168 of 386 in the Chicago index by Dogs Away score (9.4/10, excellent), based on 113 Google reviews averaging 4.7 stars.

Cite this record

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

Erickson's Kennels Inc, Crystal Lake, IL. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-08-20. https://dogsaway.co/chicago-il/erickson-s-kennels-inc/

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