House of Paws

★ 4.7 · 164 Google reviews·Dog daycare·Chicago, IL

DaycareBoarding

Dogs Away score9.4 /10Excellent · 164 reviews · top 46% in Chicago

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Behind the 9.4

Reviews read: 164 on Google
Average stars: 4.70 ★
Rank: #168 of 386 in Chicago
Ratings as of: July–October 2026

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Published rate$75 /night

$40middle $60$90

Above the Chicago middle price

From their website, 2026-10-27

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Behind the $75

Source: House of Paws’s own website
Checked on: 2026-10-27
Rate type: First dog, standard night

“NIGHTLY RATE: $75 per night for overnight boarding. If you are boarding more than one pup, each additional pup is half off. ... $40 for a full day (over 4 hours)”

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House of Paws is a dog daycare in Chicago, IL, offering daycare & boarding. It scores 9.4/10 (excellent) from 164 Google reviews averaging 4.7 stars — #168 of 386 in Chicago. Its website lists boarding from $75 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
All-day open playPlay model, per the facility.
Publishes its ratesQuoted below with a link to the source page.

Key facts

Services: DaycareBoardingGrooming Confirmed on their own website
Type: Dedicated facility
Boarding rate: $75/night
Daycare rate: $40/day
Open 24 hours: No
Rank in Chicago: #168 of 386
Google rating: ★4.7 (164)
From downtown: 5.9 mi
Neighborhood: Logan Square
Additional dog: each additional pup is half off
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 requirements3 of 6 published

Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis

Their words

“All fur babies must be up to date on all routine shots (Rabies, Bordetella, DHLPP) and their Fecal exam”houseofpawsgrooming.com/services/dog-daycare

Fecal / parasite testNegative test required

Their words

“up to date on all routine shots (Rabies, Bordetella, DHLPP) and provide a negative fecal exam.”houseofpawsgrooming.com/services/dog-boarding

Spay / neuterRequired from 7 months

Their words

“Pups must be neutered/spayed 7+ months of age”houseofpawsgrooming.com/services/dog-boarding

Operations4 of 21 published

Staff on site overnightYes — a person is on site

Their words

“their pups will be supervised all day, every day with a member of the staff staying overnight with the boarders.”houseofpawsgrooming.com/

Play modelAll-day open play

Their words

“will have the run of our open 11,000 square foot facility that’s been divided into separate sections for dogs of all ages and sizes.”houseofpawsgrooming.com/services/dog-daycare

Live cameras for ownersNo client-viewable cameras

Their words

“Can I watch my dog on a webcam while they are at daycare? At this time we do not offer webcams.”houseofpawsgrooming.com/services/dog-daycare

FeedingOwner's food encouraged

Their words

“We encourage you to bring your cuddle bug’s food, however we can provide breakfast, lunch, and dinner at $2 per meal for small to medium pups and $4 per meal for our larger pups.”houseofpawsgrooming.com/services/dog-daycare

Show 20 policies not published on their website

Bordetella lead timeNot published on their website

Temperament evaluationNot published on their website

Vaccination recordsNot 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

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

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 ★152

4 ★0

3 ★1

2 ★1

1 ★10

★ 4.70Google average

164reviews 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

grooming 62perfectly trimmed 5last minute schedule 3kind owners 3convenient location 3anxious dog handling 2patient groomer 2listening to requests 2

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

Booking terms & safety

Cancellation: Cancel boarding 72 hours ahead or pay $25 per dog; holidays need 5 daysStated 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: 9 AM–5 PM
Sun: 9 AM–5 PM

From the public profile, July–October 2026. Drop-off and pick-up windows can be narrower; holiday hours vary.

For travelers

MDW · Chicago Midway: 9.5 mi
ORD · Chicago O'Hare: 9.9 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

2311 N Pulaski Rd, Chicago, IL 60639

5.9 miles from downtown Chicago · Logan Square · Get directions

Amenities & details

Identifies as Latino-ownedIdentifies as women-ownedOnsite servicesFree street parking

Self-reported on the business’s public profile.

Questions about House of Paws

What services does House of Paws offer?

House of Paws is listed as a dog day care center in Chicago, IL, offering daycare, boarding.

How much does House of Paws charge?

Its website lists overnight boarding at $75 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 House of Paws require?

According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis.

Is someone on site overnight at House of Paws?

Yes — a person is on site, according to the facility's own website.

How does House of Paws compare with other Chicago facilities?

It ranks #168 of 386 in the Chicago index by Dogs Away score (9.4/10, excellent), based on 164 Google reviews averaging 4.7 stars.