Pet Camp Blog

Keep up-to-date on the latest pet-related news.

Why do I need to walk my dog on a leash in San Francisco?

June 15, 2021

First, a disclaimer: I almost always walk my dogs on a leash in San Francisco. The only exception to walking on a leash is when we are going from our garage to a car parked within a few feet or when going from the car parked at Pet Camp into the building. Other than that,…

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The Boring Job Offer Letter

June 2, 2021

I have 4 “working age” children. I use “quotes” because all my kids are in college and “working” means a summer job. Don’t get me wrong, I want my kids to work during the summer and they would all prefer to have jobs somewhere else, so they don’t have to work for their dad (me).…

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Summer Travel: Book Your Pet’s Vacations

May 25, 2021

Really – there’s going to be travel this summer! We understand that you’re not used to making plans too far in advance these days (or this past year), but things are beginning to change and we wouldn’t want your camper to miss out on the summer fun. You can make a reservation here or via…

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Refer a New Puppy, Get a Pet Camp Hoodie.

May 20, 2021

Best friend got a new puppy? Need to socialize the pandemic pup your significant other convinced you to get? Upstairs neighbor’s new puppy needs more socialization to sleep better at night? Pet Camp’s weekly Puppy Socialization is the answer! Puppies can safely socialize every Tuesday from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM in the Pet Camp…

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Is Memorial Day Safe For Pets? Here Are Some BBQ Safety Tips For Your Dog Or Cat.

May 19, 2021

While we think your dog or cat should be spending the long holiday weekend at Pet Camp, we know not every pet is so lucky. If your camper is spending the Memorial Day weekend at home, here are 4 quick tips to make sure you spend time at your BBQ and not at the emergency…

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Memorial Day BBQ For Pets at Pet Camp

May 17, 2021

If your camper is lucky enough to be spending the Memorial Day weekend at Pet Camp, we have a special treat for you (or your camper as the case may be). We’ll be serving hotdogs and home brewed doggie beer for K9 campers and salmon pate for our feline friends. Ask a counselor for all…

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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

Check Out Virginia’s Take on Health Care for Small Businesses

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