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14 Best Dog Boarding Facilities in San Diego: 14 Choices

The right dog boarding facility depends on your dog’s routine, temperament, age, and need for supervision. San Diego options range from individualized care and senior-dog boarding to outdoor exercise, social play, grooming, and training.

Before booking, ask how dogs are grouped, how rest is managed, and what happens during an introduction. It is also worth confirming medication routines, exercise plans, grooming coordination, and whether busy travel periods require early reservations.

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Raquel's Senior Dog Bed & Breakfast, San Diego#1

Raquel's Senior Dog Bed & Breakfast

5.093 reviews
4009 Park Blvd #2, San Diego, CA 92103, United States
Recommended for
Senior dogs and anxious pets

Raquel’s Senior Dog Bed & Breakfast is built around care for older dogs in San Diego, with facility sitting, in-home care, daycare, overnight boarding, walks, transportation and house sitting. Its cage-free facility setup includes dog beds, toys, filtered water, feeding, exercise and medication administration, with routines adapted to each pet.

The calm, attentive style is especially relevant for senior dogs, anxious pets and dogs needing a quieter home-like environment. Regular updates, photos and flexible care arrangements help owners stay connected while away. A Meet & Greet normally comes first so the team can assess fit and comfort; last-minute bookings should be arranged directly before booking.

Paw Commons Pet Resort & Training Center - Kearny Mesa, San Diego#2

Paw Commons Pet Resort & Training Center - Kearny Mesa

4.8322 reviews
7888 Othello Ave, San Diego, CA 92111, United States
Recommended for
Dogs needing coordinated boarding and groomingPets requiring individual arrangements

Paw Commons Kearny Mesa is a San Diego pet resort offering dog boarding, daycare, training and full-service grooming near Convoy Street. The boarding program centers on supervised care, consistent routines and personalized attention, while the wider service mix makes it possible to add a training tune-up or grooming appointment around a stay.

The team is used to accommodating different breeds, sizes and temperaments, including dogs that do not participate in group play. An introductory evaluation and facility tour can help clarify the best arrangement, and daycare requires current immunizations.

Hugs Pet Sitting, San Diego#3

Hugs Pet Sitting

5.060 reviews
10789 Calle Mar De Mariposa, San Diego, CA 92130, United States
Recommended for
Dogs needing home-style, small-group care

Hugs Pet Sitting offers daycare and overnight boarding in a home-style San Diego setting, with dogs able to move between indoor and outdoor areas rather than spending the stay in a conventional kennel. The smaller environment allows for more personal attention, multiple walks and a relaxed daily rhythm.

Photos and video updates help owners stay connected while away. Hugs is especially appealing for dogs that do better with limited numbers, home comforts and close human interaction. Because the setting is intentionally small, arranging care ahead of time is important.

PoshPaws, San Diego#4

PoshPaws

5.053 reviews
826 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA 92118, United States
Recommended for
Puppies and social dogsOwners seeking tailored pet support

PoshPaws is a San Diego pet concierge and companion service offering daycare, pet sitting, walks, hikes and transportation. Its home-style boarding approach gives dogs access to couches, pillows, shaded outdoor areas and individual attention, creating a relaxed alternative to a conventional kennel.

The service is led by a warm, personal style that suits puppies, social dogs and owners seeking a more tailored arrangement. Beyond routine care, PoshPaws can help coordinate pet-focused outings and trusted grooming or specialist services. The concierge model makes it a good fit for households looking for flexible, hands-on support rather than a standardized stay.

San Diego Pet Boarding#5

San Diego Pet Boarding

5.048 reviews
2176 Chatsworth Blvd Unit C, San Diego, CA 92107, United States
Recommended for
Senior dogsPets needing a balanced play-and-rest routine

San Diego Pet Boarding provides kennel-free boarding and daycare with supervised social play, daily exercise, feeding tailored to each pet and regular potty breaks. The environment is designed for a balanced mix of activity and rest, making it relevant for social dogs, senior pets and dogs that need a lower-stress stay.

On-site grooming includes bathing, brushing, nail trimming, ear cleaning and breed-specific cuts. The team’s calm, patient manner and frequent video updates help keep owners informed while their pets are away. Care can be arranged for both dogs and cats, with routines discussed around each pet’s needs.

Tale of the Dog Boarding & Daycare, San Diego#6
Notable strengths
  • Kennel-free daycare and boarding

  • Flexible daycare session lengths

Tale of the Dog Boarding & Daycare

4.968 reviews
12818 Beeler Creek Trail, Poway, CA 92064, United States
Recommended for
Dogs needing supervised social play

Tale of the Dog Boarding & Daycare is a kennel-free daycare and boarding provider serving San Diego, with supervised play, a generous yard and attentive care for both short sessions and overnight stays. The team keeps arrivals and departures organized and maintains a clean environment designed for safe socialization.

Photo and text updates add useful visibility during longer stays, while flexible daycare session lengths make the service easier to fit around work or travel. Dogs must meet current vaccination requirements and pass a temperament assessment before joining the play environment. Bathing can also be arranged before pickup when scheduled in advance.

Country Kennels, San Diego#7

Country Kennels

4.966 reviews
16922 Rio Maria Rd, Lakeside, CA 92040, United States

Country Kennels is a family-owned dog and cat boarding facility serving San Diego, with individualized care in a clean, animal-friendly setting. Dogs have indoor/outdoor runs, while added services include playtime, medication administration and grooming.

Its VIP play option gives dogs one-on-one time in a fenced grass yard with a dedicated play companion. That session can center on fetch, exercise or relaxed attention, making it useful for pets that prefer personal interaction rather than a large group. The facility’s quiet, country-style setting also suits owners looking for a more traditional boarding environment.

Paw Commons Pet Resort & Training Center - Bay Park, San Diego#8
Notable strengths
  • Boarding, daycare, training and grooming

Paw Commons Pet Resort & Training Center - Bay Park

4.7444 reviews
1136 Morena Blvd, San Diego, CA 92110, United States
Recommended for
Anxious dogs needing a gradual introductionOwners coordinating several pet-care services

Paw Commons Bay Park provides dog boarding, daycare, training and grooming near Sea World Drive in San Diego. Overnight care is organized around supervised attention, consistent routines and a comfortable environment, while daycare and grooming can be coordinated for households that prefer one pet-care provider.

The Bay Park team is approachable during evaluations and keeps owners informed during visits. Dogs with separation anxiety or nervous temperaments can benefit from a gradual introduction, updates and carefully managed socialization. Daycare is available by walk-in or advance scheduling when vaccination requirements are current; boarding arrangements should be made ahead of the stay.

Paw Commons Pet Resort & Training Center - Hillcrest, San Diego#9

Paw Commons Pet Resort & Training Center - Hillcrest

4.7365 reviews
3915 9th Ave, San Diego, CA 92103, United States
Recommended for
Owners combining daycare with grooming

Paw Commons Hillcrest brings boarding, daycare, training and full-service grooming together in a San Diego pet resort near University Avenue. The team handles dogs with patience and care, with updates and photos available during daycare visits and a clean, straightforward setting for regular stays.

The location is particularly useful for owners who want grooming or nail care coordinated with boarding or daycare. Dogs can be introduced through an evaluation before group activities, and current immunizations are required for daycare. The broader service mix also allows training support to continue alongside routine pet care.

Camp Schultz Dog Board and Play, San Diego#10

Camp Schultz Dog Board and Play

4.7267 reviews
5540 San Miguel Rd, Bonita, CA 91902, United States
Recommended for
Dogs needing individual attention

Camp Schultz Dog Board and Play provides boarding in the Bonita area of San Diego through a deliberately small, family-owned facility with staff living on site. The layout includes individual indoor and outdoor runs, covered outdoor areas, personal beds and fresh water, with twelve separate paddocks for exercise.

Each dog receives three to four running sessions a day, while the smaller scale allows for more individual attention. Dogs that need time to settle into group play can ease in gradually rather than being pushed into it. The facility also offers indoor and outdoor spaces kept at a comfortable temperature, clean bedding and a secure overnight environment. A personal tour of the kennel is encouraged before a first booking, making it easier to discuss a dog’s temperament, routine and exercise needs.

Fon Jon Dog Boarding and Daycare of San Diego#11

Fon Jon Dog Boarding and Daycare of San Diego

4.7222 reviews
5050 Santa Fe St, San Diego, CA 92109, United States
Recommended for
Dogs needing outdoor exercisePets better suited to individual daycare

Fon Jon Dog Boarding and Daycare of San Diego brings together boarding, daycare and grooming, with an indoor/outdoor kennel and a spacious shaded play area near Mission Bay. Dogs can exercise, socialize and relax outdoors, while individual daycare is available for pets that prefer human companionship over group play.

The team’s approach emphasizes safety, consistent care and communication, with training available through the neighboring Man-K9 program. For owners who travel or work from home, the mix of daycare, boarding and training creates a practical continuity of care. The long-established operation also accommodates dogs with different temperaments and activity preferences.

Spring Creek Kennel & Cattery, San Diego#12
Notable strengths
  • Dog and cat boarding

Spring Creek Kennel & Cattery

4.7206 reviews
9279 Campo Rd, Spring Valley, CA 91977, United States

Spring Creek Kennel & Cattery provides dog and cat boarding in the San Diego area, along with daycare and grooming. The family-owned facility emphasizes a clean, animal-friendly setting, with individual dog rooms offering outside access and a large outdoor play area.

Dogs can enjoy supervised playtime, including access to a pool for water-loving pets, while the team handles care with a friendly, reassuring manner. The facility is also comfortable for owners who prefer to see the setting before a stay, with tours available during drop-off arrangements.

Wag Hotels, San Diego#13
Notable strengths
  • Live cameras and app updates

Wag Hotels

4.6885 reviews
2120 Camino Del Rio N, San Diego, CA 92108, United States
Recommended for
Travelers wanting visible, flexible pet care

Wag Hotels San Diego offers boarding, daycare, grooming and training in a hotel-style pet-care setting. A tour and trial daycare visit can help owners understand the rooms, play areas and daily routine before a longer stay, while live cameras and app updates provide added visibility once a dog is in care.

The facility is suited to travelers who value frequent communication, flexible drop-off and pickup arrangements, or playtime with other dogs. Reservations are recommended, particularly for overnight stays and busy travel periods.

Bark Park, San Diego#14
Notable strengths
  • Live camera access

Bark Park

4.4103 reviews
3971 Spring Dr, Spring Valley, CA 91977, United States

Bark Park provides pet boarding in San Diego with daycare-style play and several care options for dogs staying while their families travel or work long days. Live camera access can add visibility during playtime, while staff updates and emailed photos help maintain communication throughout a stay.

The service may suit social dogs that enjoy group activity, as well as pets needing particular arrangements. Housing details and special requests should be confirmed in advance so the setup matches each dog’s needs.

How the options stack up

#BusinessRatingReviewsRecommended for
#1Raquel's Senior Dog Bed & Breakfast 5.093Senior dogs and anxious pets
#2Paw Commons Pet Resort & Training Center - Kearny Mesa 4.8322Dogs needing coordinated boarding and grooming
#3Hugs Pet Sitting 5.060Dogs needing home-style, small-group care
#4PoshPaws 5.053Puppies and social dogs
#5San Diego Pet Boarding 5.048Senior dogs
#6Tale of the Dog Boarding & Daycare 4.968Dogs needing supervised social play
#7Country Kennels 4.966—
#8Paw Commons Pet Resort & Training Center - Bay Park 4.7444Anxious dogs needing a gradual introduction
#9Paw Commons Pet Resort & Training Center - Hillcrest 4.7365Owners combining daycare with grooming
#10Camp Schultz Dog Board and Play 4.7267Dogs needing individual attention
#11Fon Jon Dog Boarding and Daycare of San Diego 4.7222Dogs needing outdoor exercise
#12Spring Creek Kennel & Cattery 4.7206—
#13Wag Hotels 4.6885Travelers wanting visible, flexible pet care
#14Bark Park 4.4103—

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Map of dog boarding facilities across San Diego

No verified neighborhoods are attached to this selection, so start with the map distance from home, work, or your travel route. The facilities differ more by care style than by a confirmed local concentration. A shorter drive can make drop-off and pickup easier, but the closest option may not suit every dog. Compare travel time with exercise, socialization, individual arrangements, grooming, and the introduction process.

What each one offers

  • Individual attentionChoose arrangements for dogs that do better with one-on-one care.
  • Senior-dog boardingAsk about care suited to older dogs and calmer routines.
  • Anxious-dog supportFind facilities that can introduce nervous pets gradually.
  • Outdoor exerciseConfirm how dogs receive supervised outdoor activity.
  • Social playLook for managed group play when your dog enjoys other dogs.
  • Boarding and groomingCoordinate overnight care with grooming during the same stay.
  • Training alongside careAsk about adding training while your dog is boarding.

Choosing dog boarding facilities in San Diego

  1. Describe your dog honestlyShare age, anxiety triggers, social habits, energy level, and any situations that require individual handling.
  2. Ask about dog groupingFind out how play groups are formed, supervised, separated, and adjusted when a dog becomes overwhelmed.
  3. Review the daily routineAsk when dogs eat, rest, exercise, go outside, and receive one-on-one attention.
  4. Plan medication and instructionsConfirm how medications, feeding details, emergency contacts, and special arrangements are recorded.
  5. Schedule an introductionFor anxious or unfamiliar dogs, ask whether a gradual visit or trial stay is available before a longer booking.
  6. Reserve around travel datesContact the facility early for holidays or peak travel periods and confirm cancellation terms.

Frequent questions

How can I tell whether boarding is suitable for an anxious dog?

Ask whether the facility offers gradual introductions, individual arrangements, quiet rest periods, and staff familiar with nervous behavior. A short introductory visit can show how your dog responds before you commit to a longer stay.

Can my dog receive exercise while boarding?

Many facilities provide outdoor activity or supervised play, but the format varies. Ask how often exercise occurs, whether dogs are grouped, and what happens if your dog prefers individual time instead.

Can boarding include grooming or training?

Some pet-care facilities coordinate boarding with grooming or training. Confirm which services are performed during the stay, how they affect the daily routine, and whether your dog needs a separate assessment first.

What information should I provide before drop-off?

Share feeding instructions, medication details, behavior triggers, exercise preferences, veterinary contacts, and emergency instructions. Include what helps your dog settle, such as familiar routines or limits around group play.

How far in advance should I reserve dog boarding?

Reserve as soon as your travel dates are known, especially during holidays and other busy periods. Ask about availability, required vaccinations or forms, deposits, and the facility’s cancellation policy before finalizing the booking.

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