Rockstar Pets Chicago
DaycareBoarding
Dogs Away score9.7 /10Exceptional · 119 reviews · top 11% in Chicago
Sources
Behind the 9.7
- Reviews read
- 119 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.90 ★
- Rank
- #37 of 386 in Chicago
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Published rate$41 /nightFrom their website, 2026-10-27
$40middle $60$90
Below the Chicago middle price
Sources
Behind the $41
- Source
- Rockstar Pets Chicago’s own website
- Checked on
- 2026-10-27
- Rate type
- First dog, standard night
“Standard Night - includes a 4 x4’ kennel, raised Kuranda bed: $41 ... Holiday Night $10.50 upcharge”Open their price page ↗
Rockstar Pets Chicago is a dog daycare in Chicago, IL, offering daycare & boarding. It scores 9.7/10 (exceptional) from 119 Google reviews averaging 4.9 stars — #37 of 386 in Chicago. Its website lists boarding from $41 per night. 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.
Publishes its ratesQuoted below with a link to the source page.
Key facts
- Services
- DaycareTrainingBoarding Confirmed on their own website
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- $41/night
- Daycare rate
- Not published
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in Chicago
- #37 of 386
- Google rating
- ★4.9 (119)
- From downtown
- 3.1 mi
- Neighborhood
- Pulaski Park
- Holiday / peak
- $10.50 upcharge per holiday night
- 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
“All our canine guests must be up to date on Distemper Parvo, Rabies and Bordetella vaccinations.”rockstarpetschicago.com/services/grooming/
Fecal / parasite testNegative test required
Their words
“Fecal/Giardia test with negative results (every 6 months)”rockstarpetschicago.com/about-us/faqs/
Spay / neuterRequired
Their words
“Dogs must be spayed or neutered unless younger than 6.5 months of age (earlier if issues in group arise)”rockstarpetschicago.com/about-us/faqs/
Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay
Their words
“All dogs must also pass a First Day Daycare evaluation and sign up for a membership before participating in group play.”rockstarpetschicago.com/services/daycare/
Operations4 of 21 published
Play modelOpen play with enforced rest
Their words
“11:30 AM - 1:30 PM: Nap time for Green and Amber dogs is 11:30 am - 1:30 pm in a kennel or crate with water.”rockstarpetschicago.com/about-us/faqs/
Injury / fight policyPublished
Their words
“If your dog is injured while in our care for any reason, and requires outside medical attention, we will take your dog to MedVet Medical.”rockstarpetschicago.com/about-us/faqs/
Administers medicationYes, for a fee
Their words
“We can administer medication for your pet during their stay for an additional fee.”rockstarpetschicago.com/services/boarding/dog-boarding/
Online bookingYes
Their words
“You can cancel a membership in writing through the Gingr portal or email [email protected]”rockstarpetschicago.com/about-us/faqs/
Show 19 policies not published on their website
Bordetella lead timeNot 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
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
Veterinary accessNot published on their website
FeedingNot 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
9.7ExceptionalDogs 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
professional team 8outdoor play area 4tailored care 4quality of care 4playtime 3tired dog 3care for difficult dogs 2anxious dogs 2
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Booking terms & safety
- Cancellation
- Cancel non-holiday boarding under 24 hours ahead and one night is kept from the $85 deposit; holidays need 2 weeksStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Who they take & how they care
- Minimum age
- Daycare Enrichment Program is for dogs over 6 months; boarding is for program membersStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Price history
| Year | Boarding | Daycare | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $41/night | — | Archived page, 2025-12-12 |
| Now | $41/night | — | 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
- 7–11:30 AM, 1:30–6 PM
- Tue
- 7–11:30 AM, 1:30–6 PM
- Wed
- 7–11:30 AM, 1:30–6 PM
- Thu
- 7–11:30 AM, 1:30–6 PM
- Fri
- 7–11:30 AM, 1:30–6 PM
- Sat
- 9 AM–12 PM, 5–7 PM
- Sun
- 9 AM–12 PM, 5–7 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
- 9.8 mi
- ORD · Chicago O'Hare
- 13 mi
- Weekday hours span
- 7 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
1717 N Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60622
3.1 miles from downtown Chicago · Pulaski Park · Get directions
Amenities & details
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about Rockstar Pets Chicago
What services does Rockstar Pets Chicago offer?
Rockstar Pets Chicago is listed as a dog day care center in Chicago, IL, offering daycare, boarding.
How much does Rockstar Pets Chicago charge?
Its website lists overnight boarding at $41 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 Rockstar Pets Chicago require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at Rockstar Pets Chicago?
Rockstar Pets Chicago'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 Rockstar Pets Chicago compare with other Chicago facilities?
It ranks #37 of 386 in the Chicago index by Dogs Away score (9.7/10, exceptional), based on 119 Google reviews averaging 4.9 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
Rockstar Pets Chicago, Chicago, IL. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-08-20. https://dogsaway.co/chicago-il/rockstar-pets-chicago/Similar places near Chicago
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