Whispering Winds Kennel

Whispering Winds Kennel offers dog boarding in Woodstock, Illinois, on a 10-acre country property at 4506 South Route 47. It is a traditional boarding kennel that takes both small and large dogs, and it also has Kitty Kondos for cats. The kennel calls itself a playful pet resort in the country, and the rural setting fits that description.

What does a dog's stay look like?

The kennel has 26 indoor/outdoor runs for small and large breeds. Each private run pairs a climate-controlled indoor space with a covered outdoor patio, and a doggie door lets dogs move between the two. Runs are epoxy-coated and sanitized often, and each one has a custom Kuranda bed.

• Private indoor/outdoor runs with covered patios
• Climate-controlled indoor space
• Hand exercise by staff
• Medication given when needed
• Customized diets

What makes it different?

Staff exercise the dogs by hand. That suits owners who want a person involved in their dog's day. Meals can be adjusted to a dog's dietary preferences, and the kennel can give medication during the stay. On its own site, the kennel focuses on individual attention and a clean, secure country setting.

Practical details for booking

The kennel's published boarding rates run from $38 to $45 per day. It is open 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM Monday through Saturday, and 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Sunday. Owners book online through the kennel's website. For questions before booking, owners can call Whispering Winds Kennel at (815) 337-4920.