The Wag Lab, LLC
DaycareBoarding
Dogs Away score9.6 /10Exceptional · 12 reviews · top 22% in Chicago
Sources
Behind the 9.6
- Reviews read
- 12 on Google
- Average stars
- 5.00 ★
- Rank
- #78 of 386 in Chicago
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Published rate$90 /nightFrom their website, 2026-10-27
$40middle $60$90
Above the Chicago middle price
Sources
Behind the $90
- Source
- The Wag Lab, LLC’s own website
- Checked on
- 2026-10-27
- Rate type
- First dog, standard night
“Daycare | The Daily Wag Pass $60 Additional pet: $55 ... Overnight Boarding | 24-hour cycle $90 Additional pet: $70”Open their price page ↗
The Wag Lab, LLC is a dog daycare in Chicago, IL, offering daycare & boarding. It scores 9.6/10 (exceptional) from 12 Google reviews averaging 5.0 stars — #78 of 386 in Chicago. Its website lists boarding from $90 per night and daycare from $60 per day. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 10.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, canine influenza, leptospirosis
Open play with enforced restPlay model, per the facility.
Publishes its ratesQuoted below with a link to the source page.
Key facts
- Services
- DaycareBoarding Confirmed on their own website
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- $90/night
- Daycare rate
- $60/day
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in Chicago
- #78 of 386
- Google rating
- ★5.0 (12)
- From downtown
- 3.8 mi
- Neighborhood
- Wicker Park
- Additional dog
- $70 additional pet (boarding)
- 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 requirements4 of 6 published
Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, canine influenza, leptospirosis
Their words
“All dogs must be current on: Rabies Distemper/Parvo (DHPP) Bordetella (Kennel Cough) Canine Influenza Leptospirosis”thewaglab9.wixsite.com/website-1/policy
Fecal / parasite testNegative test required
Their words
“Fecal Test A current fecal test completed within the last 6 months is required.”thewaglab9.wixsite.com/website-1/policy
Spay / neuterRequired
Their words
“Can my dog attend if they re not spayed or neutered? No, all dogs must be spayed or neutered and fully potty trained.”thewaglab9.wixsite.com/website-1/policy
Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay
Their words
“Required Assessment Day All dogs must complete a mandatory 1 2 hours assessment scheduled before enrollment.”thewaglab9.wixsite.com/website-1/policy
Operations6 of 21 published
Staff certificationPet first aid / CPR certified staff
Their words
“Care provided by highly trained professionals certified in pet CPR and First Aid”thewaglab9.wixsite.com/website-1/daycare
Play modelOpen play with enforced rest
Their words
“We prioritize safety, positive interactions, and plenty of opportunities for breaks and quiet time.”thewaglab9.wixsite.com/website-1/policy
Groups separated byTemperament and play style
Their words
“Because we exclusively care for dogs 25 pounds and under, all guests are similar in size. We also carefully consider each dog s temperament and play style to encourage safe, positive interactions”thewaglab9.wixsite.com/website-1/policy
Capacity20
Their words
“Because we maintain a limited capacity of 20 dogs per day, reservations often fill quickly.”thewaglab9.wixsite.com/website-1/policy
Photo / report-card updatesYes
Their words
“Daily report cards with updates on your dog s activities and behavior”thewaglab9.wixsite.com/website-1/daycare
Administers medicationYes
Their words
“Can you administer medication? Yes. We can administer most oral and topical medications according to your veterinarian s instructions.”thewaglab9.wixsite.com/website-1/policy
Show 17 policies not published on their website
Bordetella lead timeNot published on their website
Vaccination recordsNot 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
Time out of their roomNot published on their website
Solo care for dogs who skip group playNot published on their website
HousingNot published on their website
Outdoor accessNot published on their website
Climate controlNot published on their website
Live cameras for ownersNot 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
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
9.6ExceptionalDogs Away score
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
sweets 3pet care 3k9 3caring staff 2
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Booking terms & safety
- How a stay is counted
- In-home boarding is billed per 24-hour cycleStated on their website
- Cancellation
- Full refund if cancelled by noon one week ahead; later, the first seven days are not refundedStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Who they take & how they care
- Updates during a stay
- Daily report cards on activities and behaviorStated on their website
- Anxious or shy dogs
- Nervous dogs get slow introductions and small groupsStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Hours
- Mon
- 7 AM–6:30 PM
- Tue
- 7 AM–6:30 PM
- Wed
- 7 AM–6:30 PM
- Thu
- 7 AM–6:30 PM
- Fri
- 7 AM–6:30 PM
- Sat
- Closed
- 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
- 9.3 mi
- ORD · Chicago O'Hare
- 12.1 mi
- Weekday hours span
- 7 AM – 6:30 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
1655 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
3.8 miles from downtown Chicago · Wicker Park · Get directions
Amenities & details
Identifies as Latino-ownedIdentifies as women-ownedFree street parking
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about The Wag Lab, LLC
What services does The Wag Lab, LLC offer?
The Wag Lab, LLC is listed as a dog day care center in Chicago, IL, offering daycare, boarding.
How much does The Wag Lab, LLC charge?
Its website lists overnight boarding at $90 per night and daycare at $60 per day (first-dog standard rate, checked 2026-10-27). Holiday surcharges and add-ons vary; confirm when booking. The Chicago median published boarding rate is $60/night.
What vaccines does The Wag Lab, LLC require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, canine influenza, leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at The Wag Lab, LLC?
The Wag Lab, LLC'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 Wag Lab, LLC compare with other Chicago facilities?
It ranks #78 of 386 in the Chicago index by Dogs Away score (9.6/10, exceptional), based on 12 Google reviews averaging 5.0 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
The Wag Lab, LLC, Chicago, IL. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-08-20. https://dogsaway.co/chicago-il/the-wag-lab-llc/Similar places near Chicago
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