Dog day care center · Carol Stream, IL

The Gold Leash Pet Hotel & Daycare

★★★★★ 4.9 from 437 Google reviews · #2 of 74 in Chicago by score

DaycareTrainingBoardingGroomingDedicated facility

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About

The Gold Leash is a professional pet care facility offering dog daycare, overnight boarding, grooming, and training services in a clean, structured, and supervised environment. Our experienced team provides personalized care, enrichment, and consistent routines designed to support each dog’s well-being. From supervised play and comfortable boarding accommodations to professional grooming and behavior-focused training, we offer reliable pet care services for dogs of all breeds and sizes. The Gold

Description from the business’s public profile.

What The Gold Leash Pet Hotel & Daycare publishes

We read this facility’s own website for the policies owners ask about before booking. Each published policy carries the sentence it came from; each blank one is a fact about the website, not a verdict on the facility.

10 of 27 policies published
Website checked 2026-08-20. 17 not stated on the site.
Admission requirements
Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Recommended: canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis
Their words
Required Vaccines: Dogs : Rabies Distemper/Parvo (DHPP or equivalent) Bordetella (Kennel Cough) We also recommend influenza, but this optional, not required.thegoldleash.com/faq-policies/
Bordetella lead timeNot published on their website
Fecal / parasite testNot published on their website
Spay / neuterNot published on their website
Temperament evaluationNot published on their website
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
Vaccine Record Requirements: Date of Administration Expiration Date or Duration (6 months, 1 year, or 3 years) Legible documentation from a veterinarian with pet name and vaccine infothegoldleash.com/faq-policies/
Operations
Staff on site overnightNot published on their website
Staff-to-dog ratioNot published on their website
Maximum playgroup sizeNot published on their website
Staff certificationNot published on their website
Play modelStructured rotation
Their words
What to Expect A smooth, reassuring daycare visit Easy check-in and drop-off Structured play and rest throughout the day Ongoing supervision by experienced staffthegoldleash.com/daycare/
Groups separated byNot published on their website
Time out of the kennelNot published on their website
Solo care for dogs who skip group playOffered
Their words
We provide comfortable boarding options with private suites, engaging daycare for socialization, and one-on-one play for more individualized care.thegoldleash.com/
HousingSuite
Their words
We provide comfortable boarding options with private suites, engaging daycare for socialization, and one-on-one play for more individualized care.thegoldleash.com/
Outdoor accessIndoor outdoor run
Their words
Do you accept intact pets or challenging dogs? Yes. We welcome intact pets, challenging dogs, and even “no-touch” dogs. For these guests, we have kennels with outdoor space to provide comfort and safety.thegoldleash.com/faq-policies/
CapacityNot published on their website
Climate controlClimate-controlled
Their words
Every guest enjoys a private, climate-controlled suite, daily playtime or one-on-one attention, and loving care from our trained staff.thegoldleash.com/boarding/
Live cameras for ownersNot published on their website
Photo / report-card updatesYes
Their words
FURever Report Get a personalized report card with notes on behavior, eating, and bathroom habits. Enjoy photos and videos of your pup's playtime during boarding or daycare.thegoldleash.com/boarding/
ToursNot published on their website
Injury / fight policyNot published on their website
Veterinary accessNot published on their website
Administers medicationNot published on their website
FeedingAccepts raw diets
Their words
Please bring your dog's regular food, pre-portioned by meal and labeled with your pet's name. Canned, fresh, frozen, or raw food is welcome.thegoldleash.com/faq-policies/
AvailabilityNot published on their website
Online bookingYes
Their words
We use your information to: Manage appointments, bookings, and client profiles using Gingr (gingrapp.com)thegoldleash.com/privacy-policy/

Read from the facility’s public website, 2026-08-20. Policies change — confirm anything that matters when you book. “Reviewers” marks a fact customers describe that the operator does not state; it is weaker evidence and never counted as published. Method on the methodology page.

What reviewers mention

affordability ×9cat boarding ×7picture updates ×7video updates ×6doggie play groups ×4doggy report card ×3private rooms ×3guinea pig care ×2

Topics extracted from public review text, with mention counts.

Rating breakdown

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96% of reviewers gave 5 stars; 2% gave 1–2 stars.

Amenities & details

Onsite servicesWheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot

Attributes self-reported on the business’s public profile.

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