Top 10 Best Dog Boarding in San Francisco, California

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

Pacha Dog Care

Andover Street, San Francisco, California
5.0 (19 reviews)

Pacha clients are our top priority so we are always looking to improve our services. We love to hear from you! ​Click below to see other clients' re More Detail

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Little Buddhas Dog Walking & Pet Sitting

Franklin Street, San Francisco, California
4.9 (36 reviews)
  • Potty Breaks
  • Group Walks & Private Walks
  • Dog Walking Services
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Dog Walker in San Francisco Certified & Insured Experienced & Reliable More Detail

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Lombard Doggy Daycare

Lombard Street, San Francisco, California
5.0 (15 reviews)

Welcome to Lombard Doggy Daycare, the home away from home for your furry best friend!. We provide a valuable service for pet owners who need a safe a More Detail

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Custom-K9 Dog Training & Boarding

South Linden Avenue, San Francisco, California
4.8 (170 reviews)
  • Puppy Day Training
  • Structured Daycare
  • Social
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Custom-K9 Dog Training & Boarding (formerly Positive Energy Dog Training) has been helping the dogs of the entire Bay Area and beyond develop a deligh More Detail

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Noe Valley Dog Daycare

24th Street, San Francisco, California
4.9 (11 reviews)
  • Pet boarding
  • Daycare

We are a family-run daycare dedicated to serving the Noe Valley Dog Community. Our concept is a ‘home away from home’ style of care. Dogs will hav More Detail

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WAGS

Polk Street, San Francisco, California
4.7 (316 reviews)

Perhaps you have walked by WAGS on Polk Street and joined the crowd of people gathered in front of our shop window, watching all the different dogs in More Detail

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Mr. Muggles' Dogs

Harrison Street, San Francisco, California
4.7 (215 reviews)
  • Pet sitting
  • Dog Daycare
  • Dog Bath

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Who Let the Dogs Out!

California Street, San Francisco, California
4.7 (362 reviews)
  • Puppy socialization classes
  • Dog Sitting
  • Training And Puppy Pre School
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Who Let The Dogs Out! is made up of a group of fine folk dedicated to your pups health and happiness. Always smiling, your WLTDO team keeps your pup r More Detail

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Bark Avenue Doggy Day Care

King Street, San Francisco, California
4.6 (96 reviews)
  • Dog walking
  • Doggy day care
  • Dog walkers

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The Grateful Dog

Lombard Street, San Francisco, California
4.6 (175 reviews)
  • Dog Boarding
  • Dog Daycare
  • Dog Training

The Grateful Dog offers the highest quality dog daycare, dog boarding, and dog training services in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding areas. Our p 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.