Tailchasers Barrington Pet Resort
BoardingDaycare
Dogs Away score8.8 /10Very good · 93 reviews · top 93% in Chicago
Sources
Behind the 8.8
- Reviews read
- 93 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.30 ★
- Rank
- #339 of 386 in Chicago
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Published rate$49 /nightFrom their website, 2026-10-27
$40middle $60$90
Below the Chicago middle price
Sources
Behind the $49
- Source
- Tailchasers Barrington Pet Resort’s own website
- Checked on
- 2026-10-27
- Rate type
- First dog, standard night
“Private Suite | Dog Boarding $ 49 / day”Open their price page ↗
Tailchasers Barrington Pet Resort is a pet boarding in Lake Barrington, IL, offering boarding & daycare. It scores 8.8/10 (very good) from 93 Google reviews averaging 4.3 stars — #339 of 386 in Chicago. Its website lists boarding from $49 per night. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 14.
Staff on site overnightStated on the facility’s own website.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Outdoor access: indoor outdoor runPer the facility’s website.
Publishes its ratesQuoted below with a link to the source page.
Key facts
- Services
- BoardingDaycareTrainingPet sitting Confirmed on their own website
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- $49/night
- Daycare rate
- Not published
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in Chicago
- #339 of 386
- Google rating
- ★4.3 (93)
- From downtown
- 35.8 mi
- 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 requirements4 of 6 published
Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Their words
“Required Vaccinations for Dogs: Rabies, DHPP, and Bordetella.”barringtonpetresort.com/services/
Bordetella lead time14 days before arrival
Their words
“Note: Bordetella vaccination should be given a minimum of 2 weeks prior to boarding.”barringtonpetresort.com/services/
Spay / neuterRequired for group play only
Their words
“Barrington Pet Resort does not require your pet be spayed or neutered prior to boarding. However they would have to stay in his/ her room during ther stay and have individual playtime for a additional charge.”barringtonpetresort.com/faq/
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“we require written proof of vaccinations from your veterinarian prior to your pet’s arrival to our facility.”barringtonpetresort.com/services/
Operations10 of 21 published
Staff on site overnightYes — a person is on site
Their words
“Will someone be there at night with my pet? YES! The owner s live on site and provide 24 hour staffing to ensure your pets safety and comfort.”barringtonpetresort.com/faq/
Staff certificationPet first aid / CPR certified staff
Their words
“All of our staff are certified in pet first aid & certified pet care technicians”barringtonpetresort.com/
Groups separated bySize and temperament
Their words
“Dogs are taken out together based on size and temperament and are constantly supervised by two of our trained staff members.”barringtonpetresort.com/services/
Time out of their room4x daily let-outs to individual outdoor potty area
Their words
“Individual Outdoor Potty Area Let Out 4 Times Daily”barringtonpetresort.com/services/
Outdoor accessIndoor outdoor run
Their words
“Each room has a 4 x16 feet outdoor run so your pet can step out into their own space for some fresh air and a potty break.”barringtonpetresort.com/faq/
Climate controlClimate-controlled
Their words
“Dog Lodging Rooms are Air Conditioned & Heated”barringtonpetresort.com/services/
Photo / report-card updatesYes
Their words
“As the pup parent, you will receive a report card about your pet s day with us, including pictures at playtime, demeanor report and even names of friends that your pup played with during their stay.”barringtonpetresort.com/
Injury / fight policyPublished
Their words
“In the case of an illness or injury, Barrington Pet Resort will make every attempt to contact you or your emergency contact. In the event that no contact can be made, BPR will assume the role and seek veterinary attention.”barringtonpetresort.com/faq/
Administers medicationYes, except injectables
Their words
“Will you give my dog their medications? Of course! We can give any form of non-injectable medications as specified.”barringtonpetresort.com/faq/
Online bookingYes
Their words
“Register Your Pet s Information & Create An Online Profile Below! PLEASE NOTE: YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO BOOK A RESERVATION WITHOUT CREATING A PROFILE FIRST.”barringtonpetresort.com/
Show 13 policies not published on their website
Fecal / parasite testNot published on their website
Temperament evaluationNot 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
Solo care for dogs who skip group playNot published on their website
HousingNot published on their website
CapacityNot published on their website
Live cameras for ownersNot 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
8.8Very goodDogs 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
kennel 7daily report card 6playtime 5grooming 5dog lessons 3daily photo updates 3group play 3senior dog friendly 2
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Booking terms & safety
- Vet costs during a stay
- If no contact is reached, the resort picks the vet; owner pays all vet costs plus a transport feeStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Who they take & how they care
- Updates during a stay
- Playtime pictures are often posted on the Facebook pageStated on their website
- Senior dogs
- Says it takes steps to make senior pets' stays less stressfulStated on their website
- Minimum age
- Boarding pets should be at least 4 months oldStated on their website
- Unaltered dogs & females in heat
- Spay/neuter not required to board; unaltered pets stay in their own roomStated on their website
- Cats
- Full-service boarding for dogs and cats (private cat condos)Stated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Price history
| Year | Boarding | Daycare | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $35/night | — | Archived page, 2019-12-16 |
| 2020 | $35/night | — | Archived page, 2020-12-01 |
| 2021 | $40/night | — | Archived page, 2021-10-15 |
| 2022 | $44/night | — | Archived page, 2022-12-01 |
| 2023 | $47/night | — | Archived page, 2023-12-09 |
| 2024 | $47/night | — | Archived page, 2024-08-06 |
| 2025 | $49/night | — | Archived page, 2025-10-07 |
| Now | $49/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 AM, 2–6 PM
- Tue
- 7–11 AM, 2–6 PM
- Wed
- 7–11 AM, 2–6 PM
- Thu
- 7–11 AM, 2–6 PM
- Fri
- 7–11 AM, 2–6 PM
- Sat
- 4–6 PM
- Sun
- 4–6 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
- 20.7 mi
- MDW · Chicago Midway
- 35.6 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
10 Hillside Dr, Lake Barrington, IL 60010
35.8 miles from downtown Chicago · Get directions
Amenities & details
Identifies as women-ownedWheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about Tailchasers Barrington Pet Resort
What services does Tailchasers Barrington Pet Resort offer?
Tailchasers Barrington Pet Resort is listed as a pet boarding service in Lake Barrington, IL, offering boarding, daycare.
How much does Tailchasers Barrington Pet Resort charge?
Its website lists overnight boarding at $49 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 Tailchasers Barrington Pet Resort require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at Tailchasers Barrington Pet Resort?
Yes — a person is on site, according to the facility's own website.
How does Tailchasers Barrington Pet Resort compare with other Chicago facilities?
It ranks #339 of 386 in the Chicago index by Dogs Away score (8.8/10, very good), based on 93 Google reviews averaging 4.3 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
Tailchasers Barrington Pet Resort, Lake Barrington, IL. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-08-20. https://dogsaway.co/chicago-il/tailchasers-barrington-pet-resort/Similar places near Lake Barrington
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