Hydrant Pet Center

★ 4.6 · 768 Google reviews·Pet groomer·Highland, IL
Hydrant Pet Center, Highland
Boarding
Dogs Away score9.2 /10Excellent · 768 reviews · top 70% in Chicago
Sources
Behind the 9.2
Reviews read
768 on Google
Average stars
4.60 ★
Rank
#254 of 386 in Chicago
Ratings as of
July–October 2026
See the reviews on Google ↗
Published rate$52 /nightFrom their website, 2026-08-20
Sources
Behind the $52
Source
Hydrant Pet Center’s own website
Checked on
2026-08-20
Rate type
First dog, standard night
“Your dog will enjoy their stay in a spacious 5x7 suite, priced at $52 per night.”
Open their price page ↗

Hydrant Pet Center is a pet groomer in Highland, IL, offering boarding. It scores 9.2/10 (excellent) from 768 Google reviews averaging 4.6 stars — #254 of 386 in Chicago. Its website lists boarding from $52 per night. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 1.

Publishes its ratesQuoted below with a link to the source page.

About this place

As a pet owner, your choices in pet care can be overwhelming. That is why at Hydrant Pet Center, we can help with the confusion. We are more than a groomer; we are your one-stop shop for your pet's needs. We supply nutritional know-how, grooming happiness, and everything in-between. No more stressful decisions; we have the answers so you can focus on what matters most, your best friend. Types of Pets The Hydrant Pet Center Carries Food and Supplies for: Dogs - Cats Pet Services We Offer: Dogs -

From the business’s public profile.

Key facts

Services
GroomingBoarding Confirmed on their own website
Type
Groomer
Boarding rate
$52/night
Daycare rate
Not published
Open 24 hours
No
Booking & cameras
Online booking & owner portal via GingrFound on their website, 2026-10-03
Rank in Chicago
#254 of 386
Google rating
★4.6 (768)
From downtown
23.8 mi
Profile claimed on Google
Yes

Policies & requirements

1/27

1 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.

Operations1 of 21 published
Staff certificationPet first aid / CPR certified staff
Their words
“Mindy continued her education in Canine Nutrition, became a training provider for pet first aid and CPR through the American Red Cross”hydrantpetcenter.com/about-us/
Show 26 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
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

9.2ExcellentDogs Away score
5 ★639
4 ★51
3 ★17
2 ★16
1 ★45
★ 4.60Google average
768reviews 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

cat grooming 33nail trims 18welcoming atmosphere 7dog bath 6quality grooming 6goodie bags 3toy poodle grooming 2blueberry facial 2

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

Price history

Published rate for the same product as today, from archived copies of the facility’s own rate page.
YearBoardingDaycareSource
2025$52/night—Archived page, 2025-11-13
Now$52/night—Their website, 2026-08-20

First-dog standard rate, lower end of any range. How this feeds the market trend: Dogs Away Boarding Price Index.

Hours

Mon
8 AM–3 PM
Tue
8 AM–5 PM
Wed
8 AM–5 PM
Thu
8 AM–5 PM
Fri
8 AM–5 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

MDW · Chicago Midway
21.8 mi
ORD · Chicago O'Hare
36.9 mi
Weekday hours span
8 AM – 5 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

8630 Kennedy Ave, Highland, IN 46322

23.8 miles from downtown Chicago · Get directions

Amenities & details

Identifies as veteran-ownedIdentifies as women-ownedOnsite servicesWheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotLGBTQ+ friendlyCredit cardsDebit cardsNFC mobile paymentsFree parking lotFree street parkingOn-site parking

Self-reported on the business’s public profile.

Questions about Hydrant Pet Center

What services does Hydrant Pet Center offer?
Hydrant Pet Center is listed as a pet groomer in Highland, IL, offering boarding.
How much does Hydrant Pet Center charge?
Its website lists overnight boarding at $52 per night (first-dog standard rate, checked 2026-08-20). Holiday surcharges and add-ons vary; confirm when booking. The Chicago median published boarding rate is $60/night.
Is someone on site overnight at Hydrant Pet Center?
Hydrant Pet 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 Hydrant Pet Center compare with other Chicago facilities?
It ranks #254 of 386 in the Chicago index by Dogs Away score (9.2/10, excellent), based on 768 Google reviews averaging 4.6 stars.

Cite this record

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

Hydrant Pet Center, Highland, IL. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-08-20. https://dogsaway.co/chicago-il/hydrant-pet-center/

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