Playtime Pup Ranch
DaycareBoarding
Dogs Away score9.7 /10Exceptional · 126 reviews · top 11% in Chicago
Sources
Behind the 9.7
- Reviews read
- 126 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.90 ★
- Rank
- #37 of 386 in Chicago
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Policies published8 of 27From their website, 2026-08-20
Playtime Pup Ranch is a dog daycare in Des Plaines, IL, offering daycare & boarding. It scores 9.7/10 (exceptional) from 126 Google reviews averaging 4.9 stars — #37 of 386 in Chicago. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 8.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Open play with enforced restPlay model, per the facility.
Live cameras for ownersPer the facility’s website.
Key facts
- Services
- DaycareBoardingGrooming
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- Not published
- Daycare rate
- Not published
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in Chicago
- #37 of 386
- Google rating
- ★4.9 (126)
- From downtown
- 19.3 mi
- Profile claimed on Google
- Yes
Policies & requirements
8/27
8 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 requirements4 of 6 published
Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Their words
“Rabies, DHPP and Bordetella. Additionally, we ask that all dogs are free of any communicable diseases for 30 days. Below is additional info on the required vaccines”playtimepupranch.com/faq
Bordetella lead time2 days before arrival
Their words
“at least 48 hours before attending the Ranch. It is our preference that vaccines are given seven days prior. Rabies, DHPP and Bordetella.”playtimepupranch.com/faq
Spay / neuterRequired from 9 months
Their words
“All dogs must be spayed/neutered by 9 months old.”playtimepupranch.com/daycare
Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay
Their words
“Your pups assessment will take around 1.5 Hours to complete.”playtimepupranch.com/faq
Operations4 of 21 published
Play modelOpen play with enforced rest
Their words
“Additionally, staff is also trained to recognize that dogs sometimes need a little “me time”, so we utilize the crates to allow this quiet time for the dog.”playtimepupranch.com/faq
HousingCage free
Their words
“No kennels, only open, cage-free boarding for a stress-free experience”playtimepupranch.com/about
Climate controlClimate-controlled
Their words
“soundproofing throughout to keep nervous dogs at ease and a climate-controlled environment.”playtimepupranch.com/faq
Live cameras for ownersYes
Their words
“Pup cams to keep an eye on your dog s daily playtime”playtimepupranch.com/about
Show 19 policies not published on their website
Fecal / parasite testNot 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
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
Outdoor accessNot published on their website
CapacityNot 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
9.7ExceptionalDogs 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
pup cam 7groomer 5dog safety 5socializing with other dogs 3puppy care 324 hr staff 2dog evaluation 2dog supervision 2
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Hours
- Mon
- 6:30 AM–6:30 PM
- Tue
- 6:30 AM–6:30 PM
- Wed
- 6:30 AM–6:30 PM
- Thu
- 6:30 AM–6:30 PM
- Fri
- 6:30 AM–6:30 PM
- Sat
- 8 AM–5 PM
- Sun
- 8 AM–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
- 6.3 mi
- MDW · Chicago Midway
- 20.9 mi
- Weekday hours span
- 6:30 AM – 6:30 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
676 N Wolf Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016
19.3 miles from downtown Chicago · Get directions
Amenities & details
Identifies as women-ownedOnsite servicesWheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotLGBTQ+ friendlyTransgender safespaceOn-site parking
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about Playtime Pup Ranch
What services does Playtime Pup Ranch offer?
Playtime Pup Ranch is listed as a dog day care center in Des Plaines, IL, offering daycare, boarding.
How much does Playtime Pup Ranch charge?
We did not find a published rate on Playtime Pup Ranch's website when we checked it (2026-08-20); call the facility for pricing. For reference, the Chicago median published boarding rate is $60/night across 137 facilities.
What vaccines does Playtime Pup Ranch require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at Playtime Pup Ranch?
Playtime Pup Ranch'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 Playtime Pup Ranch compare with other Chicago facilities?
It ranks #37 of 386 in the Chicago index by Dogs Away score (9.7/10, exceptional), based on 126 Google reviews averaging 4.9 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
Playtime Pup Ranch, Des Plaines, IL. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-08-20. https://dogsaway.co/chicago-il/playtime-pup-ranch/Similar places near Des Plaines
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