The Barker Shop
Sources
- Reviews read
- 578 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.80 ★
- Rank
- #78 of 386 in Chicago
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Sources
- Source
- The Barker Shop’s own website
- Checked on
- 2026-08-20
- Rate type
- First dog, standard night
“How much does boarding cost? Suite Type Rate + Additional Dog (same suite) Luxury Suites $115 / night + $75 / night Cozy Suites $85 / night + $55 / night”Open their price page ↗
The Barker Shop is a pet groomer in Willowbrook, IL, offering boarding. It scores 9.6/10 (exceptional) from 578 Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars — #78 of 386 in Chicago. Its website lists boarding from $85–$115 per night. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 10.
About this place
Experience pet care at its best! The Barker Shop offers professional dog grooming and luxury overnight dog boarding in Willowbrook, IL. Our clean, comfortable facility features cozy boarding suites and expert groomers who ensure every pet looks and feels amazing. Proudly serving Willowbrook, Burr Ridge, Hinsdale, and surrounding communities since 2003.
From the business’s public profile.
Key facts
- Services
- GroomingBoarding Confirmed on their own website
- Type
- Groomer
- Boarding rate
- $85–$115/night
- Daycare rate
- Not published
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in Chicago
- #78 of 386
- Google rating
- ★4.8 (578)
- From downtown
- 18.3 mi
- Additional dog
- $75/night luxury suite, $55/night cozy suite (same suite)
- Profile claimed on Google
- Yes
Policies & requirements
10 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 requirements3 of 6 published
Their words
“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.”thebarkershop.com/boarding-faq
Their words
“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.”thebarkershop.com/boarding-faq
Their words
“Proof of vaccination from your veterinarian is required before boarding.”thebarkershop.com/boarding-faq
Operations7 of 21 published
Their words
“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”thebarkershop.com/boarding-faq
Their words
“Mid-day enrichment or one-on-one play (upgrade)”thebarkershop.com/boarding-faq
Their words
“Suite Type Rate + Additional Dog (same suite) Luxury Suites $115 / night + $75 / night Cozy Suites $85 / night + $55 / night”thebarkershop.com/boarding-faq
Their words
“Where will my dog stay? Each guest enjoys a private, climate-controlled suite not a kennel or cage.”thebarkershop.com/boarding-faq
Their words
“Can I check in on my dog? Yes! We're happy to send photos or quick text updates.”thebarkershop.com/boarding-faq
Their words
“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.”thebarkershop.com/boarding-faq
Their words
“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.”thebarkershop.com/boarding-faq
Show 17 policies not 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
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
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Who they take & how they care
- Updates during a stay
- Happy to send photos or quick text updates during boardingStated on their website
- Anxious or shy dogs
- Add-on Cuddle & Calm session: one-on-one companionship for anxious or shy dogs ($10)Stated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Hours
- Mon
- 8 AM–5 PM
- Tue
- 8 AM–5 PM
- Wed
- 8 AM–5 PM
- Thu
- Closed
- Fri
- 8 AM–5 PM
- Sat
- 8 AM–4 PM
- Sun
- Closed
From the public profile, July–October 2026. Drop-off and pick-up windows can be narrower; holiday hours vary.
For travelers
- MDW · Chicago Midway
- 10.1 mi
- ORD · Chicago O'Hare
- 15.4 mi
- Weekday hours span
- 8 AM – 5 PM
- Open Sunday
- No
Straight-line miles, not driving distance. Hours span from the public profile; confirm drop-off and pick-up windows before a flight.
Location
7420 S Quincy St, Willowbrook, IL 60527
18.3 miles from downtown Chicago · Get directions
Amenities & details
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
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Cite this record
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The Barker Shop, Willowbrook, IL. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-08-20. https://dogsaway.co/chicago-il/the-barker-shop/Similar places near Willowbrook
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