In-home dog boarding in Chicago
Your dog stays warm, walked, and watched in a Lincoln Park condo, Logan Square two-flat, or Wicker Park apartment with a verified Petme sitter. Lakefront walks in summer, indoor enrichment in winter, and up to $20,000 in vet protection on every booking.
Why Petme
Why Chicago owners choose Petme for dog boarding
Every boarding stay in Chicagois designed around one thing: your peace of mind. No kennel cages, no rotating staff, no last-minute surprises, just a verified sitter, a real home, and a routine that fits your dog's real life.
0% commission
Zero fee for pet owners
No commission. No service charges. The nightly rate you agree with your sitter is the full price you pay. No surprises at checkout, ever.
Cashback rewards
Cashback after every stay
Earn money back on every completed boarding booking. Cashback compounds with use and applies to future bookings on Petme.
Trusted sitters
Verified, background-checked sitters
Every boarding sitter on Petme is reviewed by our trust & safety team. Only verified, background-checked sitters can accept boarding bookings.
$20,000 protection
$20,000 vet protection
Every booking includes up to $20,000 in veterinary coverage from drop-off to pickup. If your dog needs emergency care during the stay, eligible costs are covered.
Available Sitters in Chicago
Browse verified pet sitters across the country. Our grid updates based on your location.
Neighborhoods we cover
Verified sitters in every Chicago neighborhood
From Lincoln Park to Edgewater, Petme sitters live across the Chicago metro. Short drop-off, familiar walking routes, and a home environment close to your dog's day-to-day.
- Lincoln Park
- Wicker Park
- Lakeview
- Logan Square
- West Loop
- Bucktown
- Andersonville
- Hyde Park
- River North
- Pilsen
- Roscoe Village
- Edgewater
How it works
Three steps to your perfect boarding sitter in Chicago
Find a sitter, meet in person, then book with full vet protection. The whole process happens inside the Petme app, transparent, verified, and built around your dog's comfort.
Search boarding sitters nearby
Browse verified boarding sitters in your city. Filter by price, star rating, home setup (yard, AC, own pets), neighborhood, and availability for your dates.
Free meet-and-greet
Schedule a complimentary meet-and-greet at the sitter's home before committing. Confirm your dog feels comfortable and the home is the right fit.
Book, relax, earn cashback
Drop off with confidence. Get photo and message updates throughout the stay. When the booking completes, cashback lands automatically in your Petme account.
Typical pricing
How much is dog boarding in Chicago?
In-home dog boarding in Chicago typically runs $35-$70 per night, with most stays around $45/night. Petme charges 0% commission for pet owners, so the rate you agree with your sitter is the rate you pay, no hidden service fees, ever.
Local guide
Dog boarding in Chicago, IL: what to know
Chicago dogs live two lives a year, long, social summers along the Lakefront Trail, Montrose Dog Beach, and Wicker Park dog parks, then four months of brutal cold where outdoor time happens in short, deliberate bursts. Petme sitters across the city know both rhythms. Whether you live in a Lincoln Park brownstone, a Logan Square two-flat, or a River North high-rise, you can find a verified in-home boarder whose home, schedule, and walking routes match your dog's normal life.
Petme charges Chicago pet owners 0% commission. The nightly rate you agree with the sitter is the entire price, no platform fees added at checkout. Cashback is credited automatically after each completed stay and compounds with use. Every booking includes up to $20,000 in vet protection, valuable backstop coverage if your dog ever needs MedVet Chicago, VCA Berwyn, or another 24-hour clinic during a stay.
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Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know about dog boarding in Chicago.
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