Dog Days

My pup loves Dog Days… and so do I! My 5-​month old German Shepherd puppy has been regularly attending day care while I am at work for about a month now. Knowing that he is at a place where he can play and have fun and be watched over by caring people rather than home alone and locked in a crate makes me much less stressed! The staff is great! They know us by name when we walk in the door and Otto is always so excited to see them. I like that we consistently see the same staff members so that my dog gets to know people and not meeting new strangers everyday. He has stayed overnight as well and they were also great! I called and checked in and loved that the overnight care person had notes on how his night went and they even sent me pictures from his stay!

Three months later I am extremely happy to know that my Weimaraner is with a caring staff. My dog can be stubborn and it’s great to get a daily report on my pups behavior including tips to help train my dog at home. I have recommended Dog Days to everyone.

Our Princeloves this place he always comes home with a huge smile on his face and is so calm he loves plying with all his friends at dog days

Dog Days is unmatched for boarding care.
First — attention to detail: For example, your dog will spend a half-​day or so with another specially trained dog in a temperament test to assure that your dog will not be aggressive with the other dogs who stay there. This was such a relief to us because we can drop our little guy off with confidence that he will be safe. In the same vein, they described his behavior in a way that they could only know if they really took the time to observe him. They even sent us a little video one time of him dancing for a treat because they thought it was so cute!
Second — so easy to do business with them! Once established, we simply sent them an e-​mail for the days we wanted boarding, and they responded within a couple of hours — and they always have room for our little buddy. Similarly, we showed up with our pooch and they immediately knew his name and took him right back to be with the other dogs. When we show up to retrieve the boy — again, they know who we are.
Third — dog expertise. They helped us understand our own dog’s behavior sometimes — for example, growling at puppies is normal for adult dogs because puppies need to learn the right way to behave. Didn’t know that but it makes sense.
We are moving out of state soon, so we won’t be able to use Dog Days anymore, but I highly recommend other San Diegans keep these wonderful people in business.

Best dog day care professionals in all of San Diego!
I brought my first Boston to them about 3 years ago. And now I have a second puppy I’ve brought her in and I couldn’t be happier with my decision. Turnover is low at Dog Days. They have a core team that have been there forever.
They really know dogs. They know what they are doing. They can read dog body language. Their team are attentive. I would not leave my dog with anyone else.
I did conduct my due diligence and 3 years ago, and this year, did my rounds to visit other doggy day cares to make sure I was making the best decision. The difference with Dog Days is they have a genuinely caring, authentic team. It doesn’t feel as if they have clock punchers that are on their phones passing the time. it’s not a big box company. This is a small intimate family of dog lovers that watch our dogs.
Facility is clean, smells good. The mood is bright and cheery.
And although I’ve moved further away… I still make the drive to use Dog Days. They are the best.

There is no one I trust more than Dog Days when it comes to my pup. They are experts and really enjoy what they do which totally shows. On top of that they are just awesome people.

I’ve been taking my dog here for a few years now and I have never been disappointed. I chose this place because I liked that it was cage free and Tami was very patient with me and addressed all my concerns before I brought my dog in.
The service is excellent, I never have any worries leaving my dog here. A few days before I had to board him, my guy played a little too hard at the dog park and was having issues with his leg, Dog Days addressed my concerns and kept a close eye on him to make sure he didn’t aggravate the injury again, as well as administer his medication. Sometimes they even send photos and videos while I’m away.
It’s not easy leaving my dog, but when I pick him up from Dog Days he’s always happy (and tired)! You can tell the staff here really enjoys what they do and care about the dogs. They also do baths! After a weekend of boarding, coming home to a happy and clean dog is the best!

What kind of dog parent would I be if I left my puppy to a place that I deemed less than 5-​star worthy? Dog Days is the place I trust to take care of my crazy, playful 85-​lb shepherd mix, Luna, 2 days/​week. They are just as obsessed with dogs as I am, and they really take note of each dog’s individual temperament and give a report about how your dog did during the day. I feel like the staff at Dog Days really cares about Luna and I feel totally comfortable leaving her in their hands.
A fun story: I went out of town and boarded Luna at Dog Days. I called after one night away to check up on her, and they read me the notes from the person who’d stayed overnight with the dogs: «Luna slept right next to me, like a spoiled brat.» I love it. That’s my spoiled little pup.

I brought my pug here based off the phenomenal reviews and was not disappointed with their service. Was a little hesitant at first to drop him off for a two night boarding but the staff confidently ensured me that he was in good hands. One of the employees even sent me a picture of him while we were gone.
My one gripe is that I hope they find a bigger facility later on, as I anticipate their customer volume increasing as they become more popular. Sad that I have to head away from San Diego for the next few years. I hope these guys are still around when/​if I return!
Confident and knowledgeable staff!

Started bringing our little one to dog days several months ago & we have nothing but great things to say about the staff there! bigotes plays all day; hasn’t quite learned how to pace himself, but he comes home pooped each time. he’s always excited to go there. they have separate areas for larger & smaller dogs. they also post videos & photos on facebook that are wonderful to browse through. you can tell that the dogs there have so much fun.
we trust tammy, jeff, & the rest of the staff with our dog & i would recommend their services to anyone.
Edit: Just realized this post has been sitting in my unfinished reviews for years. So to update it, we have now been taking our dog, Bigotes to Dog Days for about 4 years. He still loves it there. Although he has learned to pace himself as far as I can tell. He’s always lying in one of the beds when I come to get him:)
The only thing I wish they had at Dog Days is a live webcam so that I could jump online when I’m slow at work and watch Biggie play (or sleep).

My home recently had to undergo construction and my family and me would be displaced for a few months. My biggest concern was my dog, Spunkie. She’s a 9.5-year-old pure bred pit bull who is honestly the sweetest dog and hands down my best friend. While the place we’re staying at is pet friendly, it didn’t seem fair to keep her cooped up all day in a room. That’s when the hunt began for dog boarding.
I came across Dog Days on Unilocal,it’s close to where we’re staying and it consistently receives five star reviews. I am so glad that I found this place.
It gives me such a peace of mind that my dog is being so well taken care of. Tammy has been incredibly awesome, she calls me every once in a while to give me updates on how Spunkie is doing and made a few recommendations for her diet (Orijen dog food is the best, by the way). I can tell that the staff loves my dog and she’s happy to be there.
I know that trusting people with your pet can be a huge decision to make but I definitely made the right one. The facility is clean and there’s always someone there with the dogs. Thank you so much Dog Days!

Took my dog in for his free day today. The staff was not only professional but you could tell they really loved dogs. I was nervous dropping him off since he had never done any doggy day care before but when we went to pick him up they told me about what a great addition he was. Since we’ve been home he ate dinner and has completely passed out because of all the fun he had while there.
They had even taken a video of him playing with his new BFF that he met today.

This review is long overdue. I have never felt more confident in recommending a place to bring a dog. Tammy and Rachelle are by far the most knowledgeable and personable women/​dog people I have ever met! The facility is clean and inviting. My pup starts leaping towards the door when she see we are going there! Its an awesome feeling knowing your fur baby LOVES daycare, and then she is calm and sleepy when I pick her up, its absolutely wonderful!
Rachelle is going to vet school and I swear she gave me an hour of free dog advice that is priceless. They are my go to lace for dog advice even before my vet. I love Dog Days. Do yourself and your pooch a favor and bring them to the Disneyland for Dogs!

My dog, Hope, attended daycare at Dog Days weekly from Dec. 2013 — Aug. 2014, when we moved away from San Diego. She also boarded several times. Hope is a 2 year old cocker spaniel I rescued, and until we went to Dog Days she sometimes struggled around other dogs and a the dog park. She was antisocial and anxious. She also only has one eye, which adds to her anxiety.
I was relieved when the staff said that she did great during her free trial daycare day. I really like that they do a full day trial as opposed to just a few minutes like I have seen at other places. As Hope came to Dog Days regularly, she became more social and comfortable with other dogs at Dog Days, at the dog park, and at home. I’m so thankful for the work they did with Hope. They are very knowledgable and know their dogs very well.
I love that it is completely cage free and there is one price. No gimmicks, no crazy good night packages. Every dog gets the same care!
Other Pros:
They are very friendly. They knew Hope and I as soon as we walked in and knew exactly who I was each time I called.
They do baths and nails, which is very convenient. I know it wasn’t easy, but they were able to cut Hope’s nails whenever I asked. She doesn’t like getting her nails cut. Since I moved, I’ve had a hard time getting them done.
Cons:
Pricey but honestly in line with other carefree boarding
No discount for a second dog from the family
They are strict with regards to the cancellation policy and late pick ups. I understand why. They have a lot of dogs to care for.

Left my dog with them over Christmas. They took great care of him and were flexible with drop-​off/​pick-​up hours.

I found this place while exploring the East Village neighborhood with my pooch. They were very welcoming when I initially walked in to inquiry about rates and they let me know that the first full day of boarding is on the house. Free full day of doggy daycare! — Sign me up. There are a lot of options for doggy day care in the neighbor but I’m a fan of the Dog Days because of the care, patience and general warm attitude they exhibit to their customers, humans and four legged fur balls alike. They always try to accommodate your schedule and booking requests and provide you with a thorough explanation of how your pet liked the visit (did they interact well with the other dogs, your pet’s eating habits, etc.) I would definitely recommend Dog Days to anyone looking to board their pooch overnight or have they taken care of for a couple of hours. #woof

The employees are all nice and genuine. If we could rate separately for business and customer service, I would give 5 stars for the employees there.
On the business side, one thing I didn’t like right away is that it is all indoors. I also didn’t like how the contract you sign lists all the rules that are not mentioned on the website for convenience. I had scheduled an appointment for my dog a week in advance but had completely forgot about it when the day came. Instead of receiving a courtesy phone call to ask if Chester was coming in or not, I was quickly charged $ 20 for punishment as it states in the contract. I had to ask for a copy of it.
I feel this could have been handled better with a simple courtesy call before going straight for punishment. Sadly, I was home and would have been able to drop him off. Had i received a friendly reminder, I would not have such a sour taste in my mouth.
On the bright side, I have found another dog day care called, «Camp Shultz» which is 3 miles away from my house. They have lots of outdoor play areas and it is only $ 11 a day for day care here, $ 55 for 6 days and $ 180 for unlimited monthly. I would not have found it if I had settled for Dog Days, so sometimes positive things come out of negative situations! :-)

The only place in San Diego that we trust our pup with. They do an evaluation of all dogs that will be boarding and attending daycare (he’s only stayed with them for boarding), so we didn’t worry about him being with the other dogs there. Everyone is also very knowledgeable and happy to help. And if you’re ever curious about a raw diet, Tammy is super knowledgeable and very willing to answer any questions about it.
It would be an extra bonus if there was an outdoor space, but our dog still came home after each visit exhausted. He doesn’t even look that excited when we pick him up and goes straight to sleep once we get home, both signs he’s had a great time. Tip: It’s definitely worth it to add a bath and grooming to the end of boarding time to wash off all that play drool and dirt.
We shopped around and visited a couple of other daycare/​boarding places, and Dog Days was definitely more affordable than some highly rated ones and definitely more than worth the quality of care you’re getting.
A great place that I will keep recommending to fellow dog owners!

Today was a sad day for me, as my puppies are all grown up now and I told Tammy (the owner) that my two dogs are going to stay at home going forward.
When I started going there a year and a half ago, my adopted 10 month old GSD was a kook. Between Dog Days and I, Gunther is now a very calm and well balanced dog. His Malamute sister has gone there for the last year. Maya didn’t enjoy going as much as Gunther, but it has been very good for her also. Spending 2 – 3 days a week for 5 hours was a great way to socialize my two dogs. They went from being total dopes when they met another dog to being very chill pups. Thx Tammy, we miss you.

This place is a GOD sent gift to hyper active dogs! I newly adopted a rescue dog who is non-​stop energy all day all night and is just not ready to be off leash yet (still learning her recall) but needs to burn off energy. I checked out all the great reviews here on Unilocal and compared with other doggy day care places and decided to try it out. The first visit is FREE (you can’t beat that) and I was really, really impressed with the friendly/​dog loving staff and owners! These people know dogs and at the end of the day when I pick up my Daisy she is knocked out in the car and for the rest of the night!
I love doggy day care and I know Daisy is taken care of when she is in their hands and is able to be socialized in a controlled environment. It is worth every penny and then some to invest in the packages they offer, you will be happy, your dog will be dog-​tired and socialized. They take the time to introduce your dog to the pack and make sure they are all getting along before anyone enters the main room. My dog was introduced with the owners dog and I felt nervous leaving her the first day, but she eased right in and the staff is understanding of concerns and offer suggestions for questions you have. Who knew my pup would be able to get along with a multitude of dogs? In my eyes there is no where else to take your dog but Dog Days.