Dog Daycare in Highland Park, IL

Looking for a trusted dog daycare in Highland Park? Pets4Life offers a doggy daycare where your pup can play, socialize, and rest in a safe, supervised environment while you're at work or running errands. Because our daycare is part of a full-service animal hospital, your dog spends the day surrounded by people who truly understand canine health and behavior.

Why Choose Pets4Life Doggy Daycare?

Veterinarians On-Site: Our daycare is located inside Pets4Life Animal Hospital, so experienced vets are close by if any health concern comes up during the day.
Experienced Daycare Counselors: Our team is made up of dedicated dog lovers who keep every pup engaged, safe, and happy.
Health-First Safety Protocols: As an animal hospital, we hold our dog daycare to high standards of cleanliness and safety.
Small, Boutique Setting: We carefully match dogs with compatible playmates, so every guest gets personal attention.

A Day at Our Doggy Daycare

Every dog is different, so we tailor each day to your pup's energy level, size, and personality. A typical day at our Highland Park dog daycare includes:

Indoor Group Play: Supervised play and socialization in our 3,000-square-foot indoor facility, with three separate play areas.
Outdoor Walks: Regular walks for fresh air and extra exercise.
Quiet Rest Time: More than 25 playpens and crates give dogs a calm space to nap and recharge between play sessions.
Easy Drop-Off & Pick-Up: We're in downtown Highland Park, just one block from the train station, making doggy daycare an easy part of your commute.

Dog Daycare Requirements

To keep every dog in our care healthy, we ask for proof of current vaccinations and tests before your pup's first day of daycare:

Bordetella (Kennel Cough)
Rabies
Distemper/Parvo (DAPP/DHPP)
Leptospirosis
Negative heartworm test within the past 12 months
Negative fecal test within the past 12 months

We also highly recommend the Canine Influenza (CIV) vaccine for social dogs. Records can be emailed to pets4life@shots.pet or jackson@pets4.com, or dropped off at 661 Central Ave, Highland Park, IL. Not up to date? Our veterinary team can help get your dog ready for daycare.