Gypsy Glen K-9 Kastle
Boarding
Dogs Away score9.4 /10Excellent · 46 reviews · top 46% in Chicago
Sources
Behind the 9.4
- Reviews read
- 46 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.70 ★
- Rank
- #168 of 386 in Chicago
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Published rate$38 /nightFrom their website, 2026-10-27
$40middle $60$90
Cheaper than most in Chicago
Sources
Behind the $38
- Source
- Gypsy Glen K-9 Kastle’s own website
- Checked on
- 2026-10-27
- Rate type
- First dog, standard night
“Small Under 30 lbs 38-41 per day CONTACT US Medium Under 67 lbs 39-42 per day CONTACT US Large Sizes Scale Accordingly 40-43 per day”Open their price page ↗
Gypsy Glen K-9 Kastle is a boarding facility in McHenry, IL, offering boarding. It scores 9.4/10 (excellent) from 46 Google reviews averaging 4.7 stars — #168 of 386 in Chicago. Its website lists boarding from $38–$43 per night. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 9.
Staff on site overnightStated on the facility’s own website.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
No group playPlay model, per the facility.
Outdoor access: yardPer the facility’s website.
Publishes its ratesQuoted below with a link to the source page.
Key facts
- Services
- Boarding Confirmed on their own website
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- $38–$43/night
- Daycare rate
- Not published
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in Chicago
- #168 of 386
- Google rating
- ★4.7 (46)
- From downtown
- 41.5 mi
- Profile claimed on Google
- Yes
Policies & requirements
9/27
9 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 · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Their words
“Dogs must be current on rabies, distemper, and Bordetella.”gypsyglenk9kastle.com/faqs/
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“Proof of vaccination from your veterinarian is required prior to arrival.”gypsyglenk9kastle.com/faqs/
Operations7 of 21 published
Staff on site overnightYes — a person is on site
Their words
“Who supervises the dogs overnight? We live on the property so pets are always close and monitored.”gypsyglenk9kastle.com/faqs/
Play modelNo group play
Their words
“Do you offer group play? No, we provide structured solo play 4 times daily to reduce stress and overstimulation.”gypsyglenk9kastle.com/faqs/
Time out of their room4x daily solo play in outdoor yards
Their words
“Dogs receive outdoor time in secure play yards at least 4 times a day.”gypsyglenk9kastle.com/faqs/
Solo care for dogs who skip group playSolo care is the only model
Their words
“Do you offer group play? No, we provide structured solo play 4 times daily to reduce stress and overstimulation.”gypsyglenk9kastle.com/faqs/
Outdoor accessYard
Their words
“Dogs receive outdoor time in secure play yards at least 4 times a day.”gypsyglenk9kastle.com/faqs/
Administers medicationOral medication only
Their words
“Can you administer medication to my pet? Yes. We routinely administer oral medications and can accommodate many special care instructions.”gypsyglenk9kastle.com/faqs/
FeedingOwner's food encouraged
Their words
“are welcome to bring your pet’s regular food to help avoid digestive upset during their stay.”gypsyglenk9kastle.com/faqs/
Show 18 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-to-dog ratioNot published on their website
Maximum playgroup sizeNot published on their website
Staff certificationNot published on their website
Groups separated byNot published on their website
HousingNot 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
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
dog boarding 7health 3staff 3anxiety management 2GSD 2owner 2pond 2boarding 2
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Booking terms & safety
- If a dog is sick
- If a pet shows signs of illness, the owner and the owner’s vet are contacted immediatelyStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Who they take & how they care
- Senior dogs
- Boards seniors ($47–49 per day rate for puppies, seniors and special-needs pets)Stated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Hours
- Mon
- 8 AM–1 PM, 3–6 PM
- Tue
- 8 AM–1 PM, 3–6 PM
- Wed
- 8 AM–1 PM, 3–6 PM
- Thu
- 8 AM–1 PM, 3–6 PM
- Fri
- 8 AM–1 PM, 3–6 PM
- Sat
- 8 AM–4 PM
- Sun
- 7–8 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
- 27.2 mi
- MDW · Chicago Midway
- 42.4 mi
- Weekday hours span
- 8 AM – 6 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
2412 S Lily Lake Rd, McHenry, IL 60051
41.5 miles from downtown Chicago · Get directions
Amenities & details
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about Gypsy Glen K-9 Kastle
What services does Gypsy Glen K-9 Kastle offer?
Gypsy Glen K-9 Kastle is listed as a kennel in McHenry, IL, offering boarding.
How much does Gypsy Glen K-9 Kastle charge?
Its website lists overnight boarding at $38–$43 per night (first-dog standard rate, checked 2026-10-27). Holiday surcharges and add-ons vary; confirm when booking. The Chicago median published boarding rate is $60/night.
What vaccines does Gypsy Glen K-9 Kastle require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at Gypsy Glen K-9 Kastle?
Yes — a person is on site, according to the facility's own website.
How does Gypsy Glen K-9 Kastle compare with other Chicago facilities?
It ranks #168 of 386 in the Chicago index by Dogs Away score (9.4/10, excellent), based on 46 Google reviews averaging 4.7 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
Gypsy Glen K-9 Kastle, McHenry, IL. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-08-20. https://dogsaway.co/chicago-il/gypsy-glen-k-9-kastle/Similar places near McHenry
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