The Dog Stop - Deerfield

★ 4.9 · 439 Google reviews·Dog daycare·Deerfield, IL
The Dog Stop - Deerfield, Deerfield
DaycareBoarding
Dogs Away score9.8 /10Exceptional · 439 reviews · top 3% in Chicago
Sources
Behind the 9.8
Reviews read
439 on Google
Average stars
4.90 ★
Rank
#8 of 386 in Chicago
Ratings as of
July–October 2026
See the reviews on Google ↗
Policies published10 of 27From their website, 2026-08-20

The Dog Stop - Deerfield is a dog daycare in Deerfield, IL, offering daycare & boarding. It scores 9.8/10 (exceptional) from 439 Google reviews averaging 4.9 stars — #8 of 386 in Chicago. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 10.

Top 3% in Chicago#8 of 386 by Dogs Away score, from 439 reviews.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
All-day open playPlay model, per the facility.
Outdoor access: indoor outdoorPer the facility’s website.
Live cameras for ownersPer the facility’s website.

About this place

Deerfield’s trusted dog care destination with everything you need to give your dog their best life, all in one place. From safe, supervised daycare play and stress-free boarding to expert grooming and premium retail nutrition, every service is delivered by trained dog lovers (including staff certified in canine CPR & First Aid and Fear Free® to reduce fear, anxiety, and stress with every visit). Whether you need weekday daycare, a weekend stay, or a fresh cut, our team provides expert care and p

From the business’s public profile.

Key facts

Services
DaycareBoardingGrooming
Type
Dedicated facility
Boarding rate
Not published
Daycare rate
Not published
Open 24 hours
No
Rank in Chicago
#8 of 386
Google rating
★4.9 (439)
From downtown
21.7 mi
Profile claimed on Google
Yes

Policies & requirements

10/27

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
Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Their words
“Prior to overnight boarding and/or dog daycare services, you must provide proof of the following vaccinations from your vet: Bordetella – Up-to-date vaccinations Parvovirus & Distemper – Up-to-date vaccinations Rabies – Up-to-date vaccinations”thedogstop.com/services/boarding/
Spay / neuterRequired for group play only from 7 months
Their words
“Dogs over 7 months must be spayed or neutered in order to participate in daycare, however they may still be boarded.”thedogstop.com/services/boarding/
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“Prior to overnight boarding and/or dog daycare services, you must provide proof of the following vaccinations from your vet ... Please note, that we also accept titer tests for Distemper and Rabies.”thedogstop.com/services/boarding/
Operations7 of 21 published
Play modelAll-day open play
Their words
“Treat your pup to an all-inclusive STAYcation at The Dog Stop! With all-day play, individualized care, and spacious private suites”thedogstop.com/services/
Solo care for dogs who skip group playOffered
Their words
“If we find your dog prefers people over dogs, they will instead receive personal playtime with our canine handlers.”thedogstop.com/services/daycare/
HousingSuite
Their words
“With all-day play, individualized care, and spacious private suites, boarding with us gives pups that home away from home feeling!”thedogstop.com/services/
Outdoor accessIndoor outdoor
Their words
“Our 24,000+ square foot indoor and outdoor facility caters to every dog's wish.”thedogstop.com/locations/illinois/deerfield/
Live cameras for ownersYes
Their words
“And, we have DogCams in all of our daycare spaces. Watch your pup on a smartphone or right on our w[ebsite]”thedogstop.com/locations/illinois/deerfield/
Administers medicationYes
Their words
“Do you administer medications? Yes. We administer medications (pills, ointments, etc.) on a case-by-case basis. Just provide the medication and instructions at drop-off.”thedogstop.com/locations/illinois/deerfield/
Online bookingYes
Their words
“BOOK ONLINE NOW”thedogstop.com/locations/illinois/deerfield/
Show 17 policies not published on their website
Bordetella lead timeNot published on their website
Fecal / parasite testNot published on their website
Temperament evaluationNot 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
CapacityNot published on their website
Climate controlNot 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
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

9.8ExceptionalDogs Away score
5 ★417
4 ★13
3 ★2
2 ★0
1 ★7
★ 4.90Google average
439reviews 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

welcoming staff 19helpful team 12golden retriever grooming 7dog monitoring 5dog bath 3video monitoring 2dog separation 2helpful front desk staff 2

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

Booking terms & safety

Checkout time
Boarding check-out at 12 PM; pick-ups after 12 PM add a $34 half-day chargeStated on their website
Late pick-up
$34 half-day charge for pick-ups after 12 PM (waived if a bath or groom ends the stay)Stated on their website

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

Hours

Mon
7 AM–7 PM
Tue
7 AM–7 PM
Wed
7 AM–7 PM
Thu
7 AM–7 PM
Fri
7 AM–7 PM
Sat
8 AM–6 PM
Sun
8 AM–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
12.7 mi
MDW · Chicago Midway
25.5 mi
Weekday hours span
7 AM – 7 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

495 Lake Cook Rd, Deerfield, IL 60015

21.7 miles from downtown Chicago · Get directions

Amenities & details

Onsite servicesWheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot

Self-reported on the business’s public profile.

Questions about The Dog Stop - Deerfield

What services does The Dog Stop - Deerfield offer?
The Dog Stop - Deerfield is listed as a dog day care center in Deerfield, IL, offering daycare, boarding.
How much does The Dog Stop - Deerfield charge?
We did not find a published rate on The Dog Stop - Deerfield'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.
What vaccines does The Dog Stop - Deerfield require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at The Dog Stop - Deerfield?
The Dog Stop - Deerfield'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 The Dog Stop - Deerfield compare with other Chicago facilities?
It ranks #8 of 386 in the Chicago index by Dogs Away score (9.8/10, exceptional), based on 439 Google reviews averaging 4.9 stars.

Cite this record

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

The Dog Stop - Deerfield, Deerfield, IL. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-08-20. https://dogsaway.co/chicago-il/the-dog-stop-deerfield/

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