Pet Camp Blog

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If you hate us – just stay away!

April 15, 2024

Last week, I found myself behind the lobby desk, an anomaly I know, when a client who has used Pet Camp for 2 prior visits checked in. She began with the following statements: “My dog sitter is out of town and you’re my last option,” and “These medicines are very important and I know you…

5 Reasons a Dog Maze is the Ultimate Enrichment Tool for Your Dog

April 9, 2024

Why a Dog Maze Belongs in Every Enrichment Program One of the many enrichment activities at Pet Camp’s Ranger Station is a very large dog maze – no, not a maze of dogs; but a maze for dogs! When people first see it, they are both amazed and curious, and we often get asked: why…

Managing Seasonal Allergies in Dogs: A Guide for Pet Parents in San Francisco

March 25, 2024

San Francisco, with its amazing climate, parks, and greenery, is a haven for dogs and dog lovers. But along with all of this comes the inevitable presence of seasonal allergies, which can affect our dogs as much as they do us. From pollen to mold spores, San Francisco’s changing seasons can trigger allergic reactions in…

Bespoke Pet Care?

March 19, 2024

Last Sunday, the New York Times Magazine had an article about the “bespoke pet care industry.” For those not super hip, such as myself, bespoke now means exclusive rather than the earlier definition of custom made. I bring your attention to this because Pet Camp has always been custom made when it comes to the care…

How a Treat and Scent Wall Improves Dog Training, Behavior, and Enrichment

March 11, 2024

What Is a Treat and Scent Wall for Dogs? When we opened the Ranger Station, our training and enrichment facility at Pet Camp, one of the many enrichment activities we included in construction was a treat and scent wall. The treat and scent wall is not just a novel addition to Pet Camp (though it…

Indoor vs. Outdoor Cats in San Francisco

March 4, 2024

Pet parents often ask if they should let their cat go outside. These pet parents seem to think that their cat “wants” to go outside and/or that cats are inherently suited for outdoor life. While ultimately it is the pet parent’s decision, there are several factors to consider before allowing your cat to freely roam…

Honors, Awards, & Press

Check out all of Pet Camp's achievements:

2020-2024 Winner of Nextdoor Neighbor Award

2022 - All Pet Camp managers and supervisors at the Main Campground are CERTIFIED Fear Free Professionals

Fear Free Certified Professional

2019 Certificate of Recognition – Meadow Opening | San Francisco Assemblyman David Chiu

David Chiu Certificate

2019 Certificate of Honor – Meadow Opening | San Francisco Mayor London Breed

London Breed Certificate

2019 Certificate of Honor – Meadow Opening | San Francisco Supervisor Shamann Walton

2019 Certificate of Honor – Meadow Opening | San Francisco Supervisor Shamann Walton

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The White House Blog

2013 Talking with… The proprietor of a camp for cats and dogs

J Weekly

2012 Best of Pet Boarding Facility

SF Gate.com

2011 Best of Pet Boarding Facility

SF Gate.com

2011 Best of the Bay Editors Picks

San Francisco Bay Guardian

2010 Best Pet Boarding Facility

SFGate.com

2008 Best Pet Boarding Facility

SFGate.com

2008 Best of Bay Winner

San Francisco Magazine

2007 Check Out Pet Camp as Featured on the Today Show

Today.com

today.com Ebbies 2007 Award Winner, Small Business Category

San Francisco Chamber of Commerce Excellence in Business Awards

Give Something Back Award

Cal Insurance and Associates $1,000 Award donated on Pet Camp’s behalf to San Francisco Little League and San Francisco Viking Micro-Soccer

Best of San Francisco 2007

7×7 Magazine Most Spacious Doggy Drop-Off

Small Business Award 2007

San Francisco Bay Guardian Community Activist Award

Certificate of Honor 2006

Mayor Gavin Newsom, City and County of San Francisco

Most Innovative Entrepreneur 2006

Small Business Commission

1st Green Award (Retailer of the Year)

Pet Product News 2006

Small Business of the Year 2005

Small Business Network of San Francisco

Most Improved Commercial Recycler of 2004

Building Owners and Managers Association

Best of the Bay 2001

San Francisco Bay Guardian

Best of San Francisco 1999

SF Weekly