Bosly's Backyard

01/15/2025

Here for your dog’s cozy, warm, safe play & exercise 🔥

01/03/2025

Everyone help us raise a paw for these January birthdays! 🥳🎂🎈🎁🎆

12/30/2024

From surprise engagements to unforgettable birthday celebrations, Bosly’s Backyard is where the magic happens...

What a fantastic way to end the year!

Last year, we wrapped it up with a surprise engagement and a new puppy, and this year, a surprise 30th birthday party!

It warms our hearts to see you creating lifelong memories at Bosly’s Backyard. 💕

We’re endlessly grateful for this incredible community that makes it all so special.

Here’s to even more unforgettable moments in the year ahead! 🎉🐾

12/29/2024

12/24/2024

🎉 Thank You for Supporting Our Supply Drive! 🎉

Because of YOU, we collected an incredible amount of supplies to help pets in need:

🐾 2,700 P**p Bags
🐾 150 Training Pads
🐾 60 Winter Coats
🐾 60 Cans of Food
🐾 50 Toys
🐾 30 Fleece Blankets
🐾 30 Cat Collars
🐾 20 Leashes
🐾 18 Bags of Treats
🐾 15 lbs of Cat Food
🐾 Dog Beds, Dog Collars, Laundry Detergent & Guinea Pig Food

❤️🐶🐱 Your generosity makes a huge difference for Chicago’s shelter animals. THANK YOU for being a part of this amazing community!

12/21/2024

You Made 2024 Unforgettable—Here’s How

Seasons Greetings!

As another year draws to a close, I find myself reflecting on our journey, the challenges we’ve faced, and the impact we’ve made in our community and in your lives.

First, I’ll be honest—this year has been tough. 😔 It’s been challenging not just for us, but for so many other small businesses. Life feels more expensive than ever—supplies, groceries, bills, and just about everything else. On top of that, Bosly’s health began to decline this summer, and despite countless vet visits, we’re still searching for answers. It’s been heartbreaking, but we’re holding on to hope. 💔

I started Bosly’s Backyard to pursue my passion for supporting dogs, rescues, and creating a safe, private space for all dogs to play and exercise stress-free. 🐶✨ Bosly, my rescue pup, being the inspiration for it all.

We launched in February of 2020—just before the pandemic—and after months of “pup-ups” and pandemic trials, we opened our permanent Ravenswood location in May of 2021. 🌟

This February, we’ll celebrate 5 years since opening—the first and only indoor safe place to exercise with your dog. 🥳🐾 None of it would have been possible without you and your unwavering support. Since 2020, we’ve expanded our services, grown our offerings, and continue to give back to local charities. 💝

Being part of Chicago’s dog-loving community brings us so much joy. Watching you and your pups create lifelong memories at our indoor dog park is what inspires us every day. ❤️ We truly hope you know how much each of you means to us.

Take a walk down memory lane with our favorite moments of 2024 in the slideshow. 🎥✨

Thank you for your continued support. We wish you a wonderful holiday season, and can’t wait to see what 2025 brings! 🌟🎉

With gratitude,
Kim & Bosly

Holiday Schedule:

🐾 Open: Christmas Eve (12/24), New Year’s Eve (12/31), and New Year’s Day (1/1)

🐾 Closed: Christmas Day (12/25)

12/17/2024

A big round of applause for our two lucky winners from the Howliday Wag N’ Shop Market Fundraiser Event!

🎟️ Raffle #1 Winner: Nate Olson
Nate, you’re taking home an incredible prize bundle:
✔️ A Play Session at Bosly’s Backyard (already added to your membership account!)
✔️ A Gift Basket from Live Like Roo
✔️ A Gift Basket from Another Chance
✔️ A Gift Bag from Tanimu
✔️ A Candle from Compassionate Candles
✔️ A Shelter Paws Stuffed Dog and Moxi Books Coloring Book
✔️ Bags of Treats from Ava’s Pet Palace
✔️ A Dog Mom Era Tumbler from Chi Dog Mom Co.
✔️ Treats from Hollywood Feed
✔️ The Run with Me Book by Sarah Randolph
✔️ Illustrative Prints by Bean et Bête
✔️ A Gift Card to Pet Massage Plus

🎟️ Raffle #2 Winner: Chris Mata
Chris, you’ve won some fabulous prizes:
✨ An Outdoor Mini Dog Photography Session (weekdays in Oak Park) with Kimberly Kingen Photography ($220 value) + a 5x7 fine art print!
✨ A Beaded Collar from Boujeee Pups
✨ A Classic Leash from Luwello
✨ A Custom Ornament from Silly Goose Pets

📧 Winners, check your email for details!

Thank you so much to everyone who joined us to make this event a success and helped us raise $1,000 for Live Like Roo! Together, we’re making a difference for pets in need. 💛🐾

Swipe 👉 to see more!

12/15/2024

Sometimes being sassy is necessary, and fun 😉👌🏻

Which one of these would you use? Any others you’d add to the mix?

12/14/2024

There are so many dogs in the world (like Smoke Show pictured here) that need our help...

One of our biggest missions is to partner, support, and provide you the opportunity to make a difference for Chicago rescue dogs through our Rescue of the Month program.

It’s more than just a day out—it’s a chance to provide these dogs with exercise, socialization, and enriching experiences that boost their confidence and help them on their journey to finding a forever home.

This month, we’re proud to partner with , an incredible organization dedicated to helping overlooked, abused, neglected, and at-risk dogs and cats. 85% of the dogs they save are true underdogs—pitbulls, XL breeds, bonded pairs, seniors, medical cases, and hospice dogs.

Here’s how you can support MCP as our December Rescue of the Month:

1️⃣ Purchase a play session for a dog awaiting their forever home at a special discounted rate.
2️⃣ Add a $10 donation when booking your own play session—we’re matching every dollar donated to double your impact!

Make your donation here: https://app.squarespacescheduling.com/catalog/d9941cd8/?categories=Shelter%20%2F%20Foster%20Dog%20Play%20Donations

PS: If you can’t donate, foster. If you can’t foster, volunteer. Every little bit helps. 🤝

12/13/2024

Thank you Hollywood Feed- Evanston for joining us at HOWLiday Wag N' Shop!