Areas served: Berkeley, CA and surrounding East Bay communities including Albany, North Oakland, and Kensington
Berkeley's pet care landscape reflects the city's commitment to animal welfare, with facilities ranging from cage-free daycare environments to overnight boarding with specialized medical care capabilities. Local providers serve pet owners across Berkeley, North Oakland, Albany, and the surrounding East Bay communities. The city's progressive approach to animal care has fostered high standards for staff training, facility maintenance, and transparent operational practices among boarding and daycare providers.
PupTown Dog Daycare & Boarding is a full-service dog care facility in San Leandro serving the Alameda and Castro Valley areas. They offer comprehensive dog daycare with supervised play, boarding for extended stays, and medication administration. Their facility features open play areas with rubber flooring, daily activities including fetching, running, track walks, and mental exercises, plus cuddle time and relaxation periods led by experienced dog handlers who reinforce appropriate behavior.
WOOF Dog Daycare & Boarding in San Ramon offers comprehensive dog care services including daily daycare and overnight boarding. Dogs enjoy indoor-outdoor access, supervised play with age and size-matched companions, and individual sleeping quarters for boarding stays. The facility prioritizes socialization and mental stimulation while providing a safe, controlled environment staffed by friendly professionals who keep owners updated with photos and text updates throughout the day.
The Pack, Fruitvale is an affordable dog boarding and daycare facility in Oakland offering full-day supervised play, overnight boarding with all-day socialization, and pet sitting services. They provide flexible pricing with loyalty discounts (PackPerks), multiple dog discounts, and optional meal add-ons. New clients start with a 45-minute meet & greet appointment, and the facility requires current vaccinations (rabies, bordetella, DHPP). They also partner with Rocket Dog Rescue, offering special discounts for adopters and fosters.
The Dog Social Club Cooperative is Oakland's premier dog daycare and boarding facility, offering small-group supervised care with structured activities, socialization, and enrichment. Their facility features multiple outdoor play yards with mobile roofs, pools, play structures, and fetch areas designed for comfort and year-round use. The cooperative model emphasizes personalized attention and safe, active environments where dogs move throughout the space with their playgroups during the day.
Diablo Dog is an award-winning, all-in-one pet care service in Martinez offering dog walking (including off-leash hikes), professional grooming (in-store and mobile), dog training, doggy daycare, pet sitting visits, and an on-site pet store. Run by experienced, certified trainers and groomers including CCPDT-certified trainer Anthony, they prioritize safe, socialized experiences for dogs while supporting owners with behavioral guidance and exercise programs. Operating 7 days a week by appointment, they're insured and bonded through Kennel Pro.
Hang Around Hound is an independently owned dog daycare and boarding facility in San Francisco run by a dog-obsessed couple dedicated to personalized canine care. They offer both daytime daycare with open play spaces and social activities, as well as overnight boarding for trips and work commitments. Each dog receives individualized attention tailored to their personality and needs, with regular photo and video updates sent to owners throughout the day.
Club K9 is a family-owned dog boarding and daycare resort with two locations in the San Ramon and Fremont-Sunol areas. Operating across 20 and 10-acre properties respectively, Club K9 specializes in creating customized "doggie vacations" with all-day-play supervised playgroups tailored to each dog's temperament and sociability, plus private indoor quarters for overnight boarding guests. The company distinguishes itself by treating dogs like family members rather than typical kennel clients, offering both group play environments and one-on-one human attention options depending on each dog's preferences.
High Tail Hotel is a dog daycare and boarding facility in San Francisco designed specifically for urban dogs. Unlike traditional kennels, the facility features open play areas with natural grass, plenty of natural light, and a social environment where dogs interact with other dogs throughout the day. They offer both daycare services for dogs whose owners work during the day and overnight boarding for extended stays, providing a home-away-from-home experience focused on safety, socialization, and enrichment.
Travelers Pet Care is a Berkeley-based pet care company with over 11 years of experience providing professional dog walking, private dog walks, group dog walks, and pet sitting services. Founded and run by Marisa and her team, they offer personalized, individualized care tailored to each pet's unique needs and routines. All team members are background-checked, pet CPR and first aid certified, and the company is licensed, bonded, and insured, ensuring reliable care whether you're working long hours, traveling, or need daily support for your furry family members.
Wunderbar's Pet Hotel is a family-owned and operated pet boarding facility in Walnut Creek serving the community since 1980. They provide overnight boarding for dogs and cats in a fully fenced, secure facility with 24/7 on-site staff, fire protection, and alarm systems. Each pet receives personalized attention and individual care from professional staff who are always available to respond to guests' needs.
Happy Pets Dog Boarding is a pet care facility in Walnut Creek specializing in dog boarding services. With a 4.9-star rating from customer reviews, they provide a safe and caring environment for dogs while their owners travel or work. The facility focuses on giving pets personalized attention and comfort during their stay.
Pet Camp San Francisco is the city's award-winning pet care facility offering comprehensive services for dogs and cats. They provide overnight boarding with group play and individualized enrichment options, spacious daycare with multiple play areas, professional dog training using positive reinforcement, and specialized cat boarding in custom safari-style environments. Their Canine Enrichment program at the Ranger Station serves dogs with specific behavioral or social needs, while their Pet Camp Express service includes convenient home pickup and drop-off.
Happy Hound Play & Daycare, Inc. is a full-service dog facility in Oakland founded by Suzanne Golter, offering dog daycare, boarding, training, and grooming services. The facility provides supervised, socialized care during the day, safe overnight and extended boarding, compassionate training using positive reinforcement methods, and expert grooming services—all designed to help dogs develop confidence and communication skills while enjoying a family-like environment. Open 365 days a year with extended hours, Happy Hound has earned multiple awards including Best Doggie Day Care (Gold) and Best Dog Trainer (Silver) in the East Bay Express' Best of the East Bay 2025 readers' poll.
Many Paws Home Pet Care is a home-based dog daycare and boarding facility in Alameda that specializes in providing a calm, family-like environment for dogs who thrive with consistent human supervision and familiar companions. Located at a residential home, they focus on small, stable groups of dogs rather than high-volume facilities, creating an ideal setting for dogs that need personalized attention and lower-stress socialization. Their approach emphasizes trust-building and lasting relationships between caregivers and pets.
Citizen Canine is a premium pet care facility in Oakland offering all-suite dog boarding, doggie daycare, canine enrichment programs, and dog training through their Citizen Canine Academy. With over 20 years of experience, they provide 24/7 professional care in a luxury facility near Oakland International Airport, serving Bay Area veterinarians, trainers, and families who need reliable, compassionate pet care when traveling or during work hours.
Metro Dog is a full-service dog care facility in Richmond offering boarding, daycare, grooming, and training programs. Founded on LIMA principles (least intrusive, minimally aversive training), Metro Dog provides enriching activities including supervised playgroups, one-on-one sessions, walks, and park trips tailored to each dog's age, size, and temperament. Located next to Point Isabel Regional Shoreline Park, they operate a Green-Certified facility with experienced handlers who treat dogs like family members.
Club K9 is a family-owned dog boarding and daycare resort with two locations in the San Francisco Bay Area. The Fremont-Sunol location spans 10 acres and offers both all-day-play group boarding and individual attention services, with supervised playgroups tailored to each dog's temperament and play style. Dogs boarding overnight have private indoor quarters for eating and sleeping, and the facility provides a resort-style vacation experience focused on each dog's comfort and socialization needs.
Dog Time Stay and Play is a locally and family-owned dog daycare, boarding, and training facility in San Leandro serving the East Bay community for over 10 years. Their owners bring 30+ years of combined experience in pet care, and they specialize in pack-environment socialization with separate play areas based on dog size and temperament. Services include full-day daycare, overnight boarding, grooming, professional training, and live webcam access to monitor your dog throughout the day in their climate-controlled 4,700 sq ft facility.
FUReverFUN Dog Care Services is a San Francisco-based dog care company owned and operated by Doug and Justin, offering comprehensive services including dog walking, daycare, overnight boarding, and training. With over a decade of experience and a passionate team dedicated to each dog's safety and happiness, they provide spacious facilities and personalized attention, treating every dog like family while their owners are at work or away.
The Barkmont is an East Bay boutique dog care facility offering premium daycare, boarding, grooming, and training services. This locally owned and operated business serves Berkeley, Oakland, Richmond, and surrounding communities with a fully certified team trained in positive reinforcement methods. They distinguish themselves through industry-leading dog-to-staff ratios, PACCC certification, on-site grooming, live Play Cam access, and personalized training programs for dogs at every life stage.
A Spot in the Sun is a pet boarding facility in Martinez offering overnight boarding and daycare services for dogs and cats. They provide a safe, supervised environment with outdoor play areas and individualized care for pets while their owners are away. The facility specializes in making pets comfortable during their stay with attention to each animal's specific needs and routines.
Dublin Creek Kennels is a full-service pet boarding facility in Dublin, California, offering safe and comfortable overnight boarding for dogs and cats. The facility provides spacious accommodations, daily care, and a secure environment for pets while their owners are away. With years of experience in pet care, Dublin Creek Kennels is committed to ensuring every pet receives personalized attention and a stress-free boarding experience.
The Pawington is a full-service pet care facility in South San Francisco offering pet boarding, daycare, grooming, and retail pet supplies. Located on Beacon Street, they provide a comprehensive solution for pet owners needing quality care and supplies in one convenient location. Their experienced team specializes in keeping pets safe, comfortable, and happy while their owners are away.
Camp Bow Wow Diablo Valley is a pet boarding and daycare facility in Concord specializing in dog care. They offer overnight boarding, doggy daycare, and grooming add-on services in a supervised, play-based environment designed to keep dogs active and socialized while their owners are away.
The Tail Haven Hotel & Day Lounge is a premium pet boarding and daycare facility in San Rafael offering overnight boarding, doggy daycare, and grooming services for dogs and cats. The facility features a modern, comfortable environment designed to keep pets happy and safe while their owners are away, with experienced staff providing personalized care and attention.
PupTown Dog Daycare & Boarding is the top-ranked facility with a Lantern Score of 83.76/100 and a 4.9★ rating from 308 reviews. While located in San Leandro, they serve the broader Alameda area and specialize in comprehensive dog daycare with supervised play and boarding for puppies and high-energy dogs.
Several top-ranked facilities cater to working professionals: Travelers Pet Care (Lantern Score 81.25, 5★ rating) is Berkeley-based and offers dog walking and pet sitting services; WOOF Dog Daycare & Boarding (Lantern Score 83.56, 4.9★) provides daily daycare with indoor-outdoor access; and The Dog Social Club Cooperative (Lantern Score 83.22, 4.9★) in Oakland offers small-group supervised daycare with structured activities.
Many Paws Home Pet Care (Lantern Score 80.19, 5★ rating) specializes in providing a calm, family-like environment for anxious or sensitive dogs, and Citizen Canine (Lantern Score 80.12, 4.9★) in Oakland offers all-suite boarding designed for dogs with social anxiety and includes their Academy training programs.
The Pack, Fruitvale (Lantern Score 83.38, 4.9★) in Oakland specifically serves multi-dog households and rescue adopters with affordable overnight boarding and full-day socialization; Pet Camp San Francisco (Lantern Score 80.46, 4.7★) accommodates multi-pet households with comprehensive overnight boarding for dogs and cats.
Happy Hound Play & Daycare, Inc. (Lantern Score 80.43, 4.7★) in Oakland provides comprehensive grooming and boarding combined; Diablo Dog (Lantern Score 82.79, 4.9★) in Martinez offers professional grooming (in-store and mobile) alongside daycare and boarding; and The Barkmont (Lantern Score 79.38, 4.7★) serves the East Bay with premium grooming, daycare, and boarding integrated.
Citizen Canine (Lantern Score 80.12, 4.9★) offers professional training through their Citizen Canine Academy combined with all-suite boarding; Diablo Dog (Lantern Score 82.79, 4.9★) provides dog training alongside daycare and boarding; and Metro Dog (Lantern Score 80.11, 4.7★) in Richmond offers positive-reinforcement training programs with their daycare and boarding services.