Wilmington, IL · State-licensed kennel since 2004

Drop them off without the guilt.

Private indoor suites that open to their own fenced grass yard — so your dog gets sunshine, fresh air, and one-on-one play time, twice a day.

Loved by local pet parents · read their reviews
A happy chocolate doodle sitting in the grass
A black-and-tan doodle in a watermelon bandana posing on a round turf stand
Two freshly groomed poodle mixes in matching heart bandanas
State-licensed kennel
Indoor + outdoor private suites
Individual yard time, 2× daily
Family-run since 2004
What makes us different

Not a cage. A suite with a backyard.

Every dog gets a climate-controlled indoor suite with a remote-controlled door to a private, privacy-fenced grass yard. They choose sun or shade on their own — then get taken out individually twice a day to run and burn off energy. It's the only boarding like it in the area.

  • ✓ Double-walled & double-insulated, with two furnaces and two A/C units for a comfortable temp year-round
  • ✓ Beds, cookie breaks, meds, and daily maid service included with every stay
  • ✓ Soft music playing 24 hours a day to keep guests calm
  • ✓ Suites for every size — from the Mini Penthouse to the Ultimate Penthouse
The Super Deluxe suite's private, fenced outdoor run with a turf mat
Inside the Super Deluxe suite: a raised bed, tiled wall, and the door to its outdoor run
Indoor suitePrivate outdoor run
From the neighborhood

Pet parents keep coming back

★★★★★

“I can't say enough about the family running this place! They took excellent care of my pups! I received updates and pics while I was away. I'm very grateful for them, wonderful place!!!”

— Crystal
★★★★★

“Just picked up our 3 dogs, they were well taken care of. Kept us informed of any problems. Price is reasonable, the staff is super friendly. I highly recommend Dog Days Inn, I will definitely use them in the future. I know my babies were loved.”

— Angie
★★★★★

“Staff is so friendly and the atmosphere is so great here! One of my dogs is very skittish and they handled him so well. Both my dogs were able to be roomed together and smell/look fantastic after their bath! Would absolutely recommend to anyone looking to board and groom their babies!”

— Bella
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Plan a stay

Tell us about your dog.

Send your dates and we'll confirm a suite and walk you through drop-off. Prefer to talk? Call (815) 476-3647 during office hours.

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