Business Details
31 Years
experience
Your Trusted Dog Daycare & Boarding Experts in Chicago
At Cruisin' Canines, we have dedicated ourselves to providing exceptional dog care since 1995. Founded by Pam and Paul Gordon, our Chicago-based facility combines decades of hands-on experience with a deep understanding of canine needs. Our services have evolved from simple dog walking to comprehensive daycare, boarding, and transportation solutions, always prioritizing personalized attention and safety. We maintain a low dog-to-staff ratio to ensure every pet receives individualized care, including daily walks and structured playtime. Our purpose-built facility in Lakeview offers multiple activity zones tailored to different energy levels and social preferences.As lifelong dog lovers, we take pride in treating every pet as part of our own family. Our commitment to quality has been recognized through consistent client loyalty and organic growth across Chicagos Northside. We operate with transparency, offering flexible scheduling and clear communication with pet owners. While our services have adapted over time, our core mission remains unchanged: to provide the highest standard of care for Chicagos dogs. Thank you for considering Cruisin' Canines as your trusted pet care partner.
Services
Dog Daycare
Dog Boarding
Pet Taxi
Transportation Services
In-Home Boarding
Dog Walking
Daycare Scheduling
2-Way Transportation
Flexible Scheduling
Home-Away-From-Home Boarding
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- 30 Years of Compassionate Care: Our legacy of trust and experience speaks for itself
- Low Dog-to-Staff Ratio: Ensuring personalized attention for every pup
- Daily Walks for Every Dog: Rain or shine outdoor time guaranteed
- Tailored Activity Zones: Customized environments for different energy levels
- Supervised Ball Play & Social Time: Structured fun with attentive staff
Services
Doggy Day Care
Our doggy day care provides structured socialization and enrichment activities in a secure environment. Dogs enjoy supervised play, daily walks, and access to multiple activity zones tailored to different temperaments. Minimum 2-day weekly commitment ensures consistent care routines.
Dog Boarding
Our home-away-from-home boarding service offers personalized attention with low dog-to-staff ratios. Features include private sleeping areas, scheduled playtimes, and 24-hour monitoring. Pricing includes full-day care with half-day options available for late pickups.
Pet Taxi
Pet taxi service provides convenient pick-up and drop-off for daycare and boarding clients. Morning pickups between 8:45-10:00am and afternoon drop-offs 3:00-4:00pm maintain consistent schedules for working pet owners.
In-Home Boarding
Personalized in-home boarding offers a quieter alternative with individualized attention. Pets stay in our caregivers homes with structured routines, daily walks, and one-on-one play sessions tailored to their specific needs.
Transportation Services
2-way transportation service includes morning pickups and afternoon drop-offs for daycare clients. Available for minimum 2-day weekly bookings, ensuring reliable scheduling while maintaining consistent care standards.
People
Pam Gordon
Co-Owner
Co-founder with 30+ years of dog care experience, Pam started as a professional dog walker before expanding into boarding and daycare services with her husband Paul.
Paul Gordon
Co-Owner
Co-founder who joined Pam in 1997, Paul helped expand services from basic dog walking to comprehensive pet care solutions across Chicagos Northside.
Questions
What services does Cruisin Canines offer?
We provide dog daycare, boarding, and pet transportation services in Chicago with low dog-to-staff ratios and personalized care programs.
How much does dog daycare cost?
Daycare rates start at $63/day for one dog with 20% discounts for multiple pets from the same household.
Do you offer transportation services?
Yes, we provide 2-way transportation for daycare clients with morning pickups and afternoon drop-offs.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Roscoe Village, Lakeview, and the greater Northside Chicago area with flexible scheduling options.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept Zelle, Chase QuickPay transfers, personal checks, and cash for our pet care services.
