---
title: "The Barker Shop — Chicago, IL"
url: "https://dogsaway.co/chicago-il/the-barker-shop/"
updated: "2026-08-20"
data_pulled: "2026-07-07"
census_at: "2026-08-20"
source: "Dogs Away — public Google Business profile (identity, rating) + Dogs Away disclosure census of the facility's own website"
license: "All rights reserved. Read and cite freely. No bulk copying. (https://dogsaway.co/terms/)"
attribution: "Source: Dogs Away (dogsaway.co)"
---

# The Barker Shop

Pet groomer in Willowbrook, IL — part of the Dogs Away index of dog boarding and daycare in Chicago, IL (https://dogsaway.co/chicago-il/).

**★4.8 from 578 Google reviews, Dogs Away score 9.6/10.** The Dogs Away score is a Bayesian-adjusted Google rating on a 0–10 scale (prior weight 25 reviews at the 4.669 network mean).

## Facts

- **Services:** grooming, boarding
- **Address:** 7420 S Quincy St, Willowbrook, IL 60527
- **Phone:** (708) 354-0400
- **Website:** https://www.thebarkershop.com/
- **Google Maps profile (verify):** https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=The%20Barker%20Shop&query_place_id=ChIJb-2Adq9JDogReBpiHMfVkV4

## Hours

| Day | Hours |
| --- | --- |
| Monday | 8 AM–5 PM |
| Tuesday | 8 AM–5 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM–5 PM |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | 8 AM–5 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM–4 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |

## Booking terms, safety and care

- **Updates during a stay:** Happy to send photos or quick text updates during boarding — facility's words: "Yes! We re happy to send photos or quick text updates" (https://www.thebarkershop.com/boarding-faq)
- **Anxious or shy dogs:** Add-on Cuddle & Calm session: one-on-one companionship for anxious or shy dogs ($10) — facility's words: "Cuddle & Calm Session One-on-one affection and gentle companionship. Great for anxious, shy, or snuggly dogs who thrive with human comfort. $10 per session" (https://www.thebarkershop.com/services-9)

## For travelers

- **MDW** (Chicago Midway): 10.1 miles, straight line
- **ORD** (Chicago O'Hare): 15.4 miles, straight line
- **Weekday hours span:** 8 AM to 5 PM
- **Open Sunday:** no

Hours from the public business profile; drop-off and pick-up windows can be narrower.

## Published rates

- **Overnight boarding:** $85–$115 per night (first dog, standard rate)
- **Additional dog:** $75/night luxury suite, $55/night cozy suite (same suite)

> “How much does boarding cost? Suite Type Rate + Additional Dog (same suite) Luxury Suites $115 / night + $75 / night Cozy Suites $85 / night + $55 / night”

Source: https://www.thebarkershop.com/boarding-faq — checked August 20, 2026.

## Disclosure record

Publishes 10 of 27 checked policies on its own website (census August 20, 2026). "Not published" is a fact about the website on that date, not a claim about the facility's practice.

### Admission requirements

- **Vaccinations required:** Required: rabies, DHPP · Recommended: Bordetella, leptospirosis · Not mentioned: canine influenza
  > “What vaccinations are required? Illinois Department of Agriculture requires: Rabies Distemper We also recommend Bordetella and Leptospirosis for added protection. Proof of vaccination from your veterinarian is required before boarding.” — https://www.thebarkershop.com/boarding-faq
- **Bordetella lead time:** Not published on their website as of August 20, 2026
- **Fecal / parasite test:** Not published on their website as of August 20, 2026
- **Spay / neuter:** Not published on their website as of August 20, 2026
- **Temperament evaluation:** Required before a first stay
  > “Do you offer a meet & greet? Yes. All new boarders are required complete a 60 minute Meet & Greet evaluation so we can ensure your dog is comfortable here.” — https://www.thebarkershop.com/boarding-faq
- **Vaccination records:** Proof checked, not taken on word
  > “Proof of vaccination from your veterinarian is required before boarding.” — https://www.thebarkershop.com/boarding-faq

### Operations

- **Staff on site overnight:** Not published on their website as of August 20, 2026
- **Staff-to-dog ratio:** Not published on their website as of August 20, 2026
- **Maximum playgroup size:** Not published on their website as of August 20, 2026
- **Staff certification:** Not published on their website as of August 20, 2026
- **Play model:** Not published on their website as of August 20, 2026
- **Groups separated by:** Not published on their website as of August 20, 2026
- **Time out of their room:** Potty breaks, individual play, afternoon walks
  > “What's a typical day like? Morning potty breaks & breakfast Individual or family play time Mid-day enrichment or one-on-one play (upgrade) Afternoon walks & quiet rest time Dinner and evening tuck-in” — https://www.thebarkershop.com/boarding-faq
- **Solo care for dogs who skip group play:** Paid add-on
  > “Mid-day enrichment or one-on-one play (upgrade)” — https://www.thebarkershop.com/boarding-faq
- **Housing:** Suite
  > “Suite Type Rate + Additional Dog (same suite) Luxury Suites $115 / night + $75 / night Cozy Suites $85 / night + $55 / night” — https://www.thebarkershop.com/boarding-faq
- **Outdoor access:** Not published on their website as of August 20, 2026
- **Capacity:** Not published on their website as of August 20, 2026
- **Climate control:** Climate-controlled
  > “Where will my dog stay? Each guest enjoys a private, climate-controlled suite not a kennel or cage.” — https://www.thebarkershop.com/boarding-faq
- **Live cameras for owners:** Not published on their website as of August 20, 2026
- **Photo / report-card updates:** Yes
  > “Can I check in on my dog? Yes! We're happy to send photos or quick text updates.” — https://www.thebarkershop.com/boarding-faq
- **Tours:** Tour with the evaluation
  > “All new boarders are required complete a 60 minute Meet & Greet evaluation so we can ensure your dog is comfortable here. It's also the perfect time for you to tour our suites and ask questions.” — https://www.thebarkershop.com/boarding-faq
- **Injury / fight policy:** Not published on their website as of August 20, 2026
- **Veterinary access:** Not published on their website as of August 20, 2026
- **Administers medication:** Not published on their website as of August 20, 2026
- **Feeding:** Owner's food required
  > “Please bring labeled food portions and any special bedding or toys you'd like them to have. We provide stainless-steel bowls, cozy linens, and daily laundering.” — https://www.thebarkershop.com/boarding-faq
- **Availability:** Not published on their website as of August 20, 2026
- **Online booking:** Not published on their website as of August 20, 2026

## Licensing

Illinois licenses and inspects dog boarding and daycare facilities. The Animal Welfare Act (225 ILCS 605) makes it unlawful to operate as a kennel operator without a license from the Illinois Department of Agriculture, and the Department's Bureau of Animal Health and Welfare licenses and inspects kennel operators, day care operators, breeders, dealers, pet shops, shelters and animal control facilities. The application fee is $350 per license type, licenses expire annually on 30 June, and a preliminary Department inspection is a prerequisite to issuance. Minimum standards for boarding are set in rules, not left to the operator. This is the first market in the index outside Colorado with a genuine state regime — Texas has none at all.

Market licensing detail: https://dogsaway.co/chicago-il/

## How to cite

The Barker Shop, Willowbrook, IL. Dogs Away, https://dogsaway.co/chicago-il/the-barker-shop/ (census August 20, 2026; listing data July 7, 2026). Source: Dogs Away (dogsaway.co). Read or cite this one record with a link. Do not bulk copy, scrape or rebuild the directory. Terms: https://dogsaway.co/terms/

Structured data: https://dogsaway.co/api/v1/facilities/chicago-il/the-barker-shop.json