The Gold Leash Pet Hotel & Daycare
Sources
- Reviews read
- 437 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.90 ★
- Rank
- #8 of 386 in Chicago
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
The Gold Leash Pet Hotel & Daycare is a dog daycare in Carol Stream, IL, offering daycare & boarding. It scores 9.8/10 (exceptional) from 437 Google reviews averaging 4.9 stars — #8 of 386 in Chicago. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 10.
About this place
The Gold Leash is a professional pet care facility offering dog daycare, overnight boarding, grooming, and training services in a clean, structured, and supervised environment. Our experienced team provides personalized care, enrichment, and consistent routines designed to support each dog’s well-being. From supervised play and comfortable boarding accommodations to professional grooming and behavior-focused training, we offer reliable pet care services for dogs of all breeds and sizes. The Gold
From the business’s public profile.
Key facts
- Services
- DaycareTrainingBoardingGrooming
- 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 (437)
- From downtown
- 23.9 mi
- 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 requirements2 of 6 published
Their words
“Required Vaccines: Dogs : Rabies Distemper/Parvo (DHPP or equivalent) Bordetella (Kennel Cough) We also recommend influenza, but this optional, not required.”thegoldleash.com/faq-policies/
Their words
“Vaccine Record Requirements: Date of Administration Expiration Date or Duration (6 months, 1 year, or 3 years) Legible documentation from a veterinarian with pet name and vaccine info”thegoldleash.com/faq-policies/
Operations8 of 21 published
Their words
“What to Expect A smooth, reassuring daycare visit Easy check-in and drop-off Structured play and rest throughout the day Ongoing supervision by experienced staff”thegoldleash.com/daycare/
Their words
“We provide comfortable boarding options with private suites, engaging daycare for socialization, and one-on-one play for more individualized care.”thegoldleash.com/
Their words
“We provide comfortable boarding options with private suites, engaging daycare for socialization, and one-on-one play for more individualized care.”thegoldleash.com/
Their words
“Do you accept intact pets or challenging dogs? Yes. We welcome intact pets, challenging dogs, and even “no-touch” dogs. For these guests, we have kennels with outdoor space to provide comfort and safety.”thegoldleash.com/faq-policies/
Their words
“Every guest enjoys a private, climate-controlled suite, daily playtime or one-on-one attention, and loving care from our trained staff.”thegoldleash.com/boarding/
Their words
“FURever Report Get a personalized report card with notes on behavior, eating, and bathroom habits. Enjoy photos and videos of your pup's playtime during boarding or daycare.”thegoldleash.com/boarding/
Their words
“Please bring your dog's regular food, pre-portioned by meal and labeled with your pet's name. Canned, fresh, frozen, or raw food is welcome.”thegoldleash.com/faq-policies/
Their words
“We use your information to: Manage appointments, bookings, and client profiles using Gingr (gingrapp.com)”thegoldleash.com/privacy-policy/
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.
Booking terms & safety
- Checkout time
- Check-out by 12 PM on the final day; later check-outs incur a daycare feeStated on their website
- Late pick-up
- Late check-out: $30 daycare fee per dog, or $58 for shared-room dogsStated on their website
- Handling & correction
- Board & Train does not use prong collars, e-collars or aversive toolsStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Who they take & how they care
- Updates during a stay
- Personalized report card plus photos and videos of playtimeStated on their website
- Senior dogs
- Daycare gives senior dogs gentler engagement with added restStated on their website
- Cats
- Boards cats in suites; open playtime in a dedicated Cat HouseStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
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–3 PM
- Sun
- 8 AM–3 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
- 11 mi
- MDW · Chicago Midway
- 19.2 mi
- Weekday hours span
- 6 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
24W118 St Charles Rd, Carol Stream, IL 60188
23.9 miles from downtown Chicago · Get directions
Amenities & details
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
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The Gold Leash Pet Hotel & Daycare, Carol Stream, IL. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-08-20. https://dogsaway.co/chicago-il/the-gold-leash-pet-hotel-and-daycare/Similar places near Carol Stream
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