Best Dog Boarding in San Francisco, CA

How we pick

Listings are ranked by the PawGuide score (0–100), which combines a review-count-adjusted rating across Google and Yelp, review volume, how closely the platforms agree, and profile completeness. A score of 80 or more, including any editorial adjustment by the PawGuide team, is PawGuide Gold (3 paws).

Top 10 dog boarding in San Francisco, CA

1. High Tail Hotel

   Pet Sitting · 4.8★ from 103 Google reviews · PawGuide Gold · 2275 Revere Ave

   High Tail Hotel is a carefully selected pet care provider in San Francisco, trusted by pet parents for its attentive dog daycare and boarding services.

2. Pet Camp San Francisco

   Pet boarding service · 4.7★ from 561 Google reviews · PawGuide Gold · 525 Phelps St, San Francisco, CA 94124

   Pet Camp San Francisco is a carefully selected pet boarding service known for its dog- and cat-focused care, with a quiet favorite among pet parents who value social play, attentive staff, and flexible pickup and drop-o…

3. Wags

   Pet Groomers · 4.6★ from 114 Google reviews · PawGuide Gold · 1840 Polk St

   Wags is a trusted grooming destination in San Francisco, noted for thorough bathing and meticulous finishing work.

4. Embarkadero Social Club

   Pet Sitting · 4.9★ from 80 Google reviews · PawGuide Gold · 1766 Mission St

   Embarkadero Social Club is a San Francisco pet sitting service trusted by dog parents seeking attentive, individualized care—particularly for rescues with behavioral needs.

5. DogPile Dogs

   Pet Boarding · 4.8★ from 96 Google reviews · PawGuide Gold · 1338 Illinois St

   DogPile Dogs is a family-owned pet care facility in San Francisco, CA, trusted by pet parents for its compassionate approach.

6. Little Dog Chateaux

   Dog Walkers · 5.0★ from 1 Google reviews · PawGuide Gold · 288 8th Ave

   Little Dog Chateaux is noted for its distinctive "On the Go Doggy Daycare" program.

7. The Animal Connection

   Pet Stores · 4.6★ from 208 Google reviews · PawGuide Gold · 3401 Irving St

   The Animal Connection sources small animals and birds from trusted breeders, noted for fair pricing and attentive staff.

8. Pet Camp Cat Safari

   Pet boarding service · 4.9★ from 104 Google reviews · PawGuide Gold · 3233 Sacramento St, San Francisco, CA 94115

   Pet Camp Cat Safari is a carefully selected cat boarding facility in San Francisco, noted for its personalized care, clean setting, and one-on-one activity sessions that help pets stay comfortable while owners are away.

9. Kitty Chateau

   Pet Boarding · 5.0★ from 26 Google reviews · PawGuide Gold · 4406 18th St

   Kitty Chateau is a cat boarding facility in San Francisco noted for attentive, individualized care in private, cage-free spaces.

10. Black Nose Trading Company

    Pet Stores · 4.6★ from 54 Google reviews · PawGuide Gold · 342 Divisadero St

    Black Nose Trading Company operates as a pet store and boarding facility in San Francisco, noted for staff continuity and a loyal customer base that spans years.

Frequently asked questions

What are the best dog boarding places in San Francisco, CA?

By PawGuide score, the highest-ranked dog boarding businesses in San Francisco, CA are High Tail Hotel, Pet Camp San Francisco and Wags. 11 of the 26 listed are rated PawGuide Gold (3 paws).

How many dog boarding businesses does PawGuide list in San Francisco, CA?

PawGuide lists 26 dog boarding businesses in San Francisco, CA, 11 of them rated PawGuide Gold (3 paws).

How are dog boarding businesses in San Francisco, CA rated?

The 26 listed businesses average 4.6 stars across 2,737 Google reviews.

How does PawGuide rank dog boarding in San Francisco, CA?

Listings are ranked by the PawGuide score (0–100), which combines a review-count-adjusted rating across Google and Yelp, review volume, how closely the platforms agree, and profile completeness. A score of 80 or more, including any editorial adjustment by the PawGuide team, is PawGuide Gold (3 paws).