Happy Tails Ranch Inc
BoardingDaycare
Dogs Away score9.6 /10Exceptional · 112 reviews · top 22% in Chicago
Sources
Behind the 9.6
- Reviews read
- 112 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.80 ★
- Rank
- #78 of 386 in Chicago
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Published rate$50 /nightFrom their website, 2026-10-27
$40middle $60$90
Below the Chicago middle price
Sources
Behind the $50
- Source
- Happy Tails Ranch Inc’s own website
- Checked on
- 2026-10-27
- Rate type
- First dog, standard night
“Overnight Boarding One Dog - non Holiday Read More 50 US dollars $50 Dog Boarding Additional Dog Non Holiday Overnight boarding of one additional dog at a discounted rate. Read More 40 US dollars $40 ... Daily Daycare Price $40.00”Open their price page ↗
Happy Tails Ranch Inc is a boarding facility in Island Lake, IL, offering boarding & daycare. It scores 9.6/10 (exceptional) from 112 Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars — #78 of 386 in Chicago. Its website lists boarding from $50 per night and daycare from $40 per day. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 7.
Staff on site overnightStated on the facility’s own website.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Publishes its ratesQuoted below with a link to the source page.
Key facts
- Services
- BoardingDaycare Confirmed on their own website
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- $50/night
- Daycare rate
- $40/day
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in Chicago
- #78 of 386
- Google rating
- ★4.8 (112)
- From downtown
- 39.6 mi
- Additional dog
- $40 per additional dog (non-holiday)
- Profile claimed on Google
- Yes
Policies & requirements
7/27
7 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
“Requirements for Boarding Dogs must be current on Rabies, Distemper, Parvo, and Bordetella.”happytailsranchinc.com/copy-of-boarding-daycare-1
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“Please bring in your shot records or have your vet email them to us.”happytailsranchinc.com/copy-of-boarding-daycare-1
Operations5 of 21 published
Staff on site overnightYes — a person is on site
Their words
“Amy and Luc stay on the property.”happytailsranchinc.com/about
Time out of their room5+ daily outdoor play sessions in exercise yards
Their words
“Your dog will go outside a minimum of 5 times a day to play in our exercise yards similar to a home environment.”happytailsranchinc.com/copy-of-boarding-daycare-1
Climate controlClimate-controlled
Their words
“Your dog will enjoy a safe and comfortable stay in our heated/air-conditioned facility with plenty of human interaction and play time.”happytailsranchinc.com/copy-of-boarding-daycare-1
Administers medicationYes, for a fee
Their words
“We are happy to administer oral medication for dogs or cats as needed for an additional fee.”happytailsranchinc.com/copy-of-boarding-daycare-1
FeedingOwner's food encouraged
Their words
“We recommend bringing your own food, especially for puppies or dogs with sensitive tummies.”happytailsranchinc.com/copy-of-boarding-daycare-1
Show 20 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
Play modelNot published on their website
Groups separated byNot 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
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
9.6ExceptionalDogs 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 training 10instructor 6leash reactivity training 4canine good citizen training 3private lessons 3caring trainers 3patient trainer 3puppy class 2
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Price history
| Year | Boarding | Daycare | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $48/night | — | Archived page, 2023-09-26 |
| 2024 | $48/night | — | Archived page, 2024-09-19 |
| 2025 | $50/night | — | Archived page, 2025-10-08 |
| 2025 | — | $40/day | Archived page, 2025-09-11 |
| Now | $50/night | $40/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
- 8:30 AM–6 PM
- Tue
- 8:30 AM–6 PM
- Wed
- 8:30 AM–6 PM
- Thu
- 8:30 AM–6 PM
- Fri
- 8:30 AM–6 PM
- Sat
- 9 AM–1 PM
- Sun
- 9 AM–12 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
- 25.1 mi
- MDW · Chicago Midway
- 40.3 mi
- Weekday hours span
- 8:30 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
4319 Roberts Rd, Island Lake, IL 60042
39.6 miles from downtown Chicago · Get directions
Amenities & details
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about Happy Tails Ranch Inc
What services does Happy Tails Ranch Inc offer?
Happy Tails Ranch Inc is listed as a kennel in Island Lake, IL, offering boarding, daycare.
How much does Happy Tails Ranch Inc charge?
Its website lists overnight boarding at $50 per night and daycare at $40 per day (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 Happy Tails Ranch Inc require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at Happy Tails Ranch Inc?
Yes — a person is on site, according to the facility's own website.
How does Happy Tails Ranch Inc compare with other Chicago facilities?
It ranks #78 of 386 in the Chicago index by Dogs Away score (9.6/10, exceptional), based on 112 Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
Happy Tails Ranch Inc, Island Lake, IL. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-08-20. https://dogsaway.co/chicago-il/happy-tails-ranch-inc/Similar places near Island Lake
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