Best Dog Boarding in California, United States

We feature reliable dog boarding facilities offering safe and comfortable stays. These facilities are selected based on cleanliness, staff attentiveness, and positive client reviews.

PRECIOUS PAWS DOG WALKING and BOARDING

South 8th Street, San Jose, California
5.0 (76 reviews)

Precious Paws Dog walking offers a wide range of pet care, dog walking & house sitting 🐾♥️ More Detail

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Waggy Tails Pet Care

Armstrong Street, San Diego, California
5.0 (74 reviews)
  • Doggy Day Care
  • dog walkers
  • Drop In Visits
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Award winning business 🏆🥇 5 star rating 🌟 Dog walking 🐾 Pet sitting 🐾 House sitting 🐾 More Detail

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Wags & Ruffs

Pacific Highway, San Diego, California
4.9 (262 reviews)
  • dog grooming
  • Parties
  • Socialization Class
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We specialize in small group play in daycare. Reservations are highly recommended. New dogs will be temperament tested on their first day. More Detail

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Hang Around Hound

Jerrold Avenue, San Francisco, California
5.0 (85 reviews)

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Bark To Basics

Sears Street, San Francisco, California
5.0 (83 reviews)
  • Small Dog Daycare
  • pet services
  • Montara Field Trips
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Daycare is supposed to be fun for dogs and provide relief and peace of mind for dog owners. With that in mind, we use only force free, science based m More Detail

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Pet Adventures Inc / Dusty Tails Lodge

Sycamore Canyon Road, San Diego, California
5.0 (63 reviews)
  • Intact male over 6 months
  • Pet sitting
  • Socialization Training
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We truly care about the health and well being of your dog and are here to provide a fulfilling life for your pup. 9 year of vet tech experience + 7 ye More Detail

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Riley's Doggie Daycare

Santee Street, Los Angeles, California
4.9 (190 reviews)
  • Grooming
  • Daycare
  • Boarding

We are a Dog Daycare in Downtown Los Angeles that is committed to providing the highest quality care More Detail

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The Kitty Chateau

18th Street, San Francisco, California
5.0 (78 reviews)
  • Pet boarding

Chandra, Ashni & Troy: We reside in the residence above the Kitty Chateau. Chandra has lived in the Bay Area since she was 2 years old, before the are More Detail

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Happy Tails to You Dog Training

Woodard Road, San Jose, California
4.9 (105 reviews)
  • intensive dog training
  • Dog boarding and training
  • Private dog training
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Our goal with Happy Tails to You Dog Training is to help prepare dogs to be ambassadors of good behavior, and to return a better-behaved dog back to y More Detail

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Lincoln Bark

West Pico Boulevard, Los Angeles, California
5.0 (53 reviews)
  • Doggy Daycare
  • Kitty visits

Long before doggie daycare became a thing... Our beloved neighbors brought their fur babies to our home, crashing on the couch for the day and spendin More Detail

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Frequently Asked Questions

To make the process easier both for you and your dog, we suggest doing the following: 

  • Increase their exposure to social surroundings and other pets. 
  • Schedule a short day at the facility before to make them familiar to the change. 
  • Pack their essentials carefully including comfort items like toys or beddings. 
  • Check in with your vet to ensure the vaccinations are up-to-date. 

Inform the dog boarding facility of any dietary or behavorial concerns.

It’s best to book a dog boarding reservation at least 2 to 4 weeks in advance, especially during holidays, weekends, and peak travel seasons when spots fill up quickly. Some high-demand facilities may require even earlier booking. 


For last-minute needs, check Vouchspot's verified directory, where you can find highly-rated dog boarding services with availability near you.

Yes, many professional boarding facilities accommodate dogs with special medical needs, dietary restrictions, or medications.


It’s important to inform the facility in advance and provide clear written instructions for medication or special care. Some may have on-site veterinary support or trained staff to handle complex medical cases, so be sure to check their qualifications.

Webcam access varies for each service provider. However, our directories are made with every pet owners’ needs in mind, you can easily skim the listings and find boarding services that provide live-streaming or video updates.

Absolutely! Vouchspot provides detailed business profiles, including information on staff certifications, experience, and customer reviews. You can check if a facility employs certified pet caretakers, veterinary-trained staff, or animal behavior specialists to ensure your dog is in expert hands. This helps you make an informed decision and choose a boarding service that meets the highest standards of pet care.