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Camp Bow Wow

6430 Preston Ave
Livermore, CA 94550 925-456-3294

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good service decent price but could use more space for dogs - Jul 01, 2020

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Camp Four Paws

1211 Curry Canyon Rd
Clayton, CA 94517 925-672-9255

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Canyonwyck Kennels

2225 Tice Valley Blvd
Walnut Creek, CA 94595 925-934-4090

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Very professional, caring staff who adhere to individual needs of my dog and... - Oct 16, 2023

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Planet Pooch Doggie Daycare

866 Kaynyne Ave
Redwood City, CA 94063 650-364-7792

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The staff here care immensely for the dogs. I The facility seems to be in... - Feb 16, 2016

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The Ranch Pet Resort & Spa

4964 Tesla Rd
Livermore, CA 94550 925-447-1729

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Pricey but fair. We wish they had live streaming like their competitors have.... - Oct 27, 2022

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Bishop Ranch Veterinary Center

2000 Bishop Dr
San Ramon, CA 94583 925-866-8387

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They were so kind to put our cat down as she worsened suddenly just as we were... - Apr 19, 2020

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Park-a-Pup Kennels

58 Gary Pl
San Rafael, CA 94901 415-453-5234

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San Rafael location a little funky but convenient and the dogs don't care... - Jan 21, 2021

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Tassajara Kennel

7303 Camino Tassajara
Pleasanton, CA 94588 925-828-6449

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Overall, pretty good. But last time our dog came home with what the vet called... - Aug 28, 2014

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Tyson World of Dogs

3735 Haven Ave
Menlo Park, CA 94025 650-364-3151

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It's Very Google - May 14, 2021

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Happy Hound Play & Daycare

2101 Mandela Pkwy
Oakland, CA 94607 510-547-3647

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We've been boarding our dogs with Suzanne for the last 5 years. It is a pleasure... - Aug 31, 2016

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Bundocks Kennels

2405 Coffee Ln
Sebastopol, CA 95472 707-823-2342

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Taking my dog to this kennel is like having her go to dog summer camp. It... - Aug 13, 2013

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Happy Tails

507 O'Neill Ave
Belmont, CA 94002 650-593-9800

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Holiday Kennels

221 Old County Rd
San Carlos, CA 94070 650-593-1413

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When my mini-dachshund wouldn't eat because we were away, the staff at... - May 12, 2023

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North Gate Kennels & Cattery

1240 N Gate Rd
Walnut Creek, CA 94598 925-934-6565

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I have a very large dog. Other kennels were afraid of him and refused to take... - Dec 05, 2014

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Paws Crossing Pet Resort & Spa

901 Dell Ave
Campbell, CA 95008 408-879-0300

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My dog loves going there - Jun 13, 2020

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How we gather (and how to interpret) our data

Instead of boarding at kennels, many travelers take their pets along for the ride, leave them with friends or family, or hire professional sitters. Each of these options comes with pros and cons.

If you can’t take your furry best friend on vacation with you, you may have to book him or her into a kennel. We provide ratings of local spots, plus advice and ideas on how to make sure you and your pet both have a good experience.

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