The Dog House of L. C. & L

★ 4.6 · 160 Google reviews·Dog daycare·Niles, IL
The Dog House of L. C. & L, Niles
Daycare
Dogs Away score9.2 /10Excellent · 160 reviews · top 70% in Chicago
Sources
Behind the 9.2
Reviews read
160 on Google
Average stars
4.60 ★
Rank
#254 of 386 in Chicago
Ratings as of
July–October 2026
See the reviews on Google ↗
Policies published7 of 27From their website, 2026-08-20

The Dog House of L. C. & L is a dog daycare in Niles, IL, offering daycare. It scores 9.2/10 (excellent) from 160 Google reviews averaging 4.6 stars — #254 of 386 in Chicago. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 7.

Staff on site overnightStated on the facility’s own website.
Outdoor access: indoor yard onlyPer the facility’s website.

Key facts

Services
DaycareTrainingGrooming
Type
Dedicated facility
Boarding rate
Not published
Daycare rate
Not published
Open 24 hours
No
Rank in Chicago
#254 of 386
Google rating
★4.6 (160)
From downtown
12.9 mi
Profile claimed on Google
Yes

Policies & requirements

7/27

7 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 requirements2 of 6 published
Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay
Their words
“To ensure the safety of all pets that attend our programs, we preform and evaluation or what is also known as a temperament test. This is required for all new clients for boarding and daycare.”thedoghouselcl.com/about-us/faq/
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“We require all owners to provide us with updated records before scheduling any services.”thedoghouselcl.com/about-us/faq/
Operations5 of 21 published
Staff on site overnightYes — a person is on site
Their words
“Are staff members present during an overnight stay? Yes! We are staffed 24/7 to ensure the safety of all pets.”thedoghouselcl.com/about-us/faq/
Solo care for dogs who skip group playPaid add-on
Their words
“Take your pup’s visit up a notch with our add-on services, from arts and crafts to extra cuddle time and one-on-one play sessions.”thedoghouselcl.com/
Outdoor accessIndoor yard only
Their words
“Do you have an outdoor area for the dogs to go potty? Not at this time.”thedoghouselcl.com/about-us/faq/
Climate controlClimate-controlled
Their words
“Our 12,000 sq ft, climate-controlled space in Niles, IL offers daycare, boarding, grooming, training, and a curated retail shop”thedoghouselcl.com/
Online bookingYes
Their words
“are and boarding reservations via phone, in person or through your online Gingr account.”thedoghouselcl.com/new-daycare-and-boarding-clients/
Show 20 policies not published on their website
Vaccinations requiredNot published on their website
Bordetella lead timeNot published on their website
Fecal / parasite testNot published on their website
Spay / neuterNot 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
Play modelNot published on their website
Groups separated byNot published on their website
Time out of their roomNot published on their website
HousingNot published on their website
CapacityNot 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
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

Policies change, so confirm anything that matters when you book. Items marked “described by reviewers” come from customers, not from the facility.

Score & reviews

9.2ExcellentDogs Away score
5 ★136
4 ★9
3 ★5
2 ★1
1 ★9
★ 4.60Google average
160reviews behind the score
★ 4.65Chicago average

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

dog grooming 22kind staff 9nail trimming 4knowledgeable owner 3puppy classes 2expert staff 2trainer 2patient staff 2

Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.

Booking terms & safety

Checkout time
Boarding check-out by 12 PM with no extra feeStated on their website
Late pick-up
$15 for check-out between 12 and 5 PM; $30 after 5 PMStated on their website

In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.

Hours

Mon
6 AM–9 PM
Tue
6 AM–9 PM
Wed
6 AM–9 PM
Thu
6 AM–9 PM
Fri
6 AM–9 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

ORD · Chicago O'Hare
6 mi
MDW · Chicago Midway
15.9 mi
Weekday hours span
6 AM – 9 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

7254 N Milwaukee Ave, Niles, IL 60714

12.9 miles from downtown Chicago · Get directions

Amenities & details

Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot

Self-reported on the business’s public profile.

Questions about The Dog House of L. C. & L

What services does The Dog House of L. C. & L offer?
The Dog House of L. C. & L is listed as a dog day care center in Niles, IL, offering daycare.
How much does The Dog House of L. C. & L charge?
We did not find a published rate on The Dog House of L. C. & L'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.
Is someone on site overnight at The Dog House of L. C. & L?
Yes — a person is on site, according to the facility's own website.
How does The Dog House of L. C. & L compare with other Chicago facilities?
It ranks #254 of 386 in the Chicago index by Dogs Away score (9.2/10, excellent), based on 160 Google reviews averaging 4.6 stars.

Cite this record

Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:

The Dog House of L. C. & L, Niles, IL. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-08-20. https://dogsaway.co/chicago-il/the-dog-house-of-l-c-and-l/

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