The Dog Waggin'

★ 4.6 · 141 Google reviews·Dog daycare·Algonquin, IL
The Dog Waggin', Algonquin
DaycareBoarding
Dogs Away score9.2 /10Excellent · 141 reviews · top 70% in Chicago
Sources
Behind the 9.2
Reviews read
141 on Google
Average stars
4.60 ★
Rank
#254 of 386 in Chicago
Ratings as of
July–October 2026
See the reviews on Google ↗
Policies published6 of 27From their website, 2026-08-20

The Dog Waggin' is a dog daycare in Algonquin, IL, offering daycare & boarding. It scores 9.2/10 (excellent) from 141 Google reviews averaging 4.6 stars — #254 of 386 in Chicago. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 6.

Staff on site overnightStated on the facility’s own website.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Outdoor access: yardPer the facility’s website.

Key facts

Services
DaycareBoarding
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 (141)
From downtown
39.2 mi
Profile claimed on Google
Yes

Policies & requirements

6/27

6 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
“All dogs attending daycare, overnight care, or training in our facility are required to have the following updated vaccines: Bordetella, Rabies, and Distemper.”thedogwaggin.com/boarding/
Spay / neuterRequired
Their words
“They must be spayed or neutered.”thedogwaggin.com/boarding/
Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay
Their words
“All dogs must also participate in a 2-hour evaluation of daycare to ensure this is the right fit for you and your dog.”thedogwaggin.com/boarding/
Operations3 of 21 published
Staff on site overnightYes — a person is on site
Their words
“We offer Daycare for dogs and Cage Free Staff present Overnight Care in our clean and comfortable facility.”thedogwaggin.com/
HousingCage free
Their words
“We offer Daycare for dogs and Cage Free Staff present Overnight Care in our clean and comfortable facility.”thedogwaggin.com/
Outdoor accessYard
Their words
“We have a 2500 sqft yard with a playset for the pups to enjoy.”thedogwaggin.com/daycare/
Show 21 policies not published on their website
Bordetella lead timeNot published on their website
Fecal / parasite testNot published on their website
Vaccination recordsNot 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
Solo care for dogs who skip group playNot published on their website
CapacityNot published on their website
Climate controlNot 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
Online bookingNot 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 ★123
4 ★5
3 ★2
2 ★1
1 ★10
★ 4.60Google average
141reviews 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

friendly staff 22overnight boarding 5socializing 4happy dog 4evaluation 3puppy care 2playtime 2medical emergency 2

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

Hours

Mon
6 AM–7 PM
Tue
6 AM–7 PM
Wed
6 AM–7 PM
Thu
6 AM–7 PM
Fri
6 AM–7 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
23.5 mi
MDW · Chicago Midway
37.8 mi
Weekday hours span
6 AM – 7 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

1400 S Main St #2746, Algonquin, IL 60102

39.2 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 The Dog Waggin'

What services does The Dog Waggin' offer?
The Dog Waggin' is listed as a dog day care center in Algonquin, IL, offering daycare, boarding.
How much does The Dog Waggin' charge?
We did not find a published rate on The Dog Waggin''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 Waggin' require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at The Dog Waggin'?
Yes — a person is on site, according to the facility's own website.
How does The Dog Waggin' compare with other Chicago facilities?
It ranks #254 of 386 in the Chicago index by Dogs Away score (9.2/10, excellent), based on 141 Google reviews averaging 4.6 stars.

Cite this record

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

The Dog Waggin', Algonquin, IL. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-08-20. https://dogsaway.co/chicago-il/the-dog-waggin/

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