It's Raining Cats & Dogs Luxury Pet Resort
BoardingDaycare
Dogs Away score9.2 /10Excellent · 102 reviews · top 70% in Chicago
Sources
Behind the 9.2
- Reviews read
- 102 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.60 ★
- Rank
- #254 of 386 in Chicago
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Published rate$40 /nightFrom their website, 2026-10-27
$40middle $60$90
Below the Chicago middle price
Sources
Behind the $40
- Source
- It's Raining Cats & Dogs Luxury Pet Resort’s own website
- Checked on
- 2026-10-27
- Rate type
- First dog, standard night
“there is a $10.00 extra charge for boarding on the holidays that we are closed to the public. ... Classic Housing $40/Day”Open their price page ↗
It's Raining Cats & Dogs Luxury Pet Resort is a pet boarding in Sugar Grove, IL, offering boarding & daycare. It scores 9.2/10 (excellent) from 102 Google reviews averaging 4.6 stars — #254 of 386 in Chicago. Its website lists boarding from $40 per night. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 14.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Outdoor access: indoor outdoorPer the facility’s website.
Publishes its ratesQuoted below with a link to the source page.
Key facts
- Services
- BoardingDaycareGrooming Confirmed on their own website
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- $40/night
- Daycare rate
- Not published
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in Chicago
- #254 of 386
- Google rating
- ★4.6 (102)
- From downtown
- 44.1 mi
- Holiday / peak
- $10.00 on closed holidays; $5.00 per dog per day around peak holidays
- Profile claimed on Google
- Yes
Policies & requirements
14/27
14 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 requirements6 of 6 published
Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Their words
“The required vaccinations are as follows: Rabies- we will accept 1 year or 3 year vaccination Parvo/Distemper (DHLPP)- we will accept 1 year or 3 year vaccination Bordetella (Kennel Cough)- Every 6 months”itsrainingcatsdogs.com/policies-forms-2/
Bordetella lead time10 days before arrival
Their words
“it must be administered a minimum of 10 days prior to your pets boarding or daycare visit if the vaccine has expired.”itsrainingcatsdogs.com/boarding-dogs/
Fecal / parasite testNegative test required
Their words
“Negative Fecal Test Results- For new customers or puppies, we require a test to be done within 30 days of their 1st visit-and every 6 months after that.”itsrainingcatsdogs.com/policies-forms-2/
Spay / neuterRequired for group play only from 9 months
Their words
“ALL dogs over the age of 9 months participating in doggie daycare MUST be spayed or neutered. Any dog unaltered is permitted for overnight boarding, but will not be allowed to participate in group play.”itsrainingcatsdogs.com/policies-forms-2/
Temperament evaluationRequired for some dogs
Their words
“Day board is an option for dogs who do not pass the group play assessment but have daycare needs.”itsrainingcatsdogs.com/policies-forms-2/
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“Proof of Vaccination: For the well-being of all our canine guests, we require proof of current vaccinations.”itsrainingcatsdogs.com/boarding-dogs/
Operations8 of 21 published
Groups separated bySize, temperament and energy
Their words
“we never mix smaller breeds with larger breeds. We also separate our play groups by temperament and level of play activity.”itsrainingcatsdogs.com/policies-forms-2/
Solo care for dogs who skip group playOffered at no charge
Their words
“If your pet is a little less social, they can still be active, and mentally stimulated by our staff with one-on-one play and affection throughout their stay for no extra charge.”itsrainingcatsdogs.com/policies-forms-2/
Outdoor accessIndoor outdoor
Their words
“Let your pups socialize, play, and make new friends in our large indoor play arena and expansive 1.5-acre fenced outdoor area.”itsrainingcatsdogs.com/about/
Climate controlClimate-controlled
Their words
“Fully climate-controlled including heated flooring in the cold months and cooled flooring in the warmer months for your pet’s comfort.”itsrainingcatsdogs.com/boarding-dogs/
Veterinary accessVeterinarian on call
Their words
“Vet On-Call 24/7: It’s Raining Cats & Dogs and our guests have access to veterinarian services 24 hours a day.”itsrainingcatsdogs.com/policies-forms-2/
Administers medicationYes
Their words
“We are happy to give oral or topical medication to your dog, but require the following: all medications must be in their original container.”itsrainingcatsdogs.com/policies-forms-2/
FeedingOwner's food preferred
Their words
“We ask that your dog s food be divided into separate meals and be labeled with your Dog s name ... If you forget to bring your dog s food or if you do not bring enough for their stay, we will gladly provide our premium house food for $8.00 per meal”itsrainingcatsdogs.com/policies-forms-2/
Online bookingYes
Their words
“You are also able to pay for packages, daycare days, boarding etc. in your Gingr client portal.”itsrainingcatsdogs.com/policies-forms-2/
Show 13 policies not 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
Time out of their roomNot published on their website
HousingNot 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
AvailabilityNot 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
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
daycare 22kind staff 9vacation care 5cleanliness 5pet resort 3promptness 2easy process 2health and safety 2
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Booking terms & safety
- Checkout time
- Check-out is 10 AM; after that another day is charged, except SundaysStated on their website
- How a stay is counted
- Charged per calendar day like a hotel: the arrival day counts regardless of timeStated on their website
- Late pick-up
- Pick-up after 10 AM is charged another day (not on Sundays)Stated on their website
- Cancellation
- Cancel 72 hours ahead (7 days for peak periods) or the stay is chargedStated on their website
- Holiday minimum stay
- Peak-period stays need 2-3 nights; spring, summer and Thanksgiving/Christmas breaks need 3 nightsStated on their website
- If a dog is sick
- Daycare: sick dogs must stay home; a dog showing illness is removed from the group and must be picked upStated on their website
- Collars
- Pets must wear a collar without prong or choke attachmentsStated on their website
- Handling & correction
- Reserves the right to use a water spray bottle or other training aids for excessive barking in daycareStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Who they take & how they care
- Unaltered dogs & females in heat
- Unaltered dogs may board but are kept out of group playStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Hours
- Mon
- 6:30 AM–6 PM
- Tue
- 6:30 AM–6 PM
- Wed
- 6:30 AM–6 PM
- Thu
- 6:30 AM–6 PM
- Fri
- 6:30 AM–6 PM
- Sat
- 8 AM–4 PM
- Sun
- 9–10 AM, 3–5 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
- 31.7 mi
- MDW · Chicago Midway
- 37.6 mi
- Weekday hours span
- 6:30 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
4S020 Harter Rd, Sugar Grove, IL 60554
44.1 miles from downtown Chicago · Get directions
Amenities & details
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotGender-neutral restroomLGBTQ+ friendlyTransgender safespace
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about It's Raining Cats & Dogs Luxury Pet Resort
What services does It's Raining Cats & Dogs Luxury Pet Resort offer?
It's Raining Cats & Dogs Luxury Pet Resort is listed as a pet boarding service in Sugar Grove, IL, offering boarding, daycare.
How much does It's Raining Cats & Dogs Luxury Pet Resort charge?
Its website lists overnight boarding at $40 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 It's Raining Cats & Dogs Luxury Pet Resort require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at It's Raining Cats & Dogs Luxury Pet Resort?
It's Raining Cats & Dogs Luxury Pet Resort'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 It's Raining Cats & Dogs Luxury Pet Resort compare with other Chicago facilities?
It ranks #254 of 386 in the Chicago index by Dogs Away score (9.2/10, excellent), based on 102 Google reviews averaging 4.6 stars.
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It's Raining Cats & Dogs Luxury Pet Resort, Sugar Grove, IL. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-08-20. https://dogsaway.co/chicago-il/it-s-raining-cats-and-dogs-luxury-pet-resort/Similar places near Sugar Grove
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