Pet Camp Blog

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

Is Bigger Bad?

June 18, 2025

I’m a member of several online discussion groups regarding the pet care industry.  Like everything one reads online (and perhaps everywhere today), one needs to approach what is written with a critical eye and open (also critical) mind.  This is especially the case in one of the online discussion groups where people are permitted to…

A Cat Climbing Wall – It’s Way More Than Just Cool!

June 12, 2025

Over the next few weeks, we’re rolling out our Feline Fitness Fundamentals at Cat Safari — a four-part program designed to enrich your cat both physically and mentally, all while giving them safe and constructive ways to express their natural instincts.  Yes, some of what we’re introducing may look familiar. But some elements — like…

How to Protect Your Dog from Foxtails in the Bay Area

June 11, 2025

As summer approaches in the Bay Area, dog owners face a hidden hazard: foxtails. These barbed grass seeds can embed themselves in your dog’s skin, ears, nose, or paws, leading to painful infections and costly veterinary visits. Fortunately, with some preventive measures, you can keep your furry friend safe. What Are Foxtails? Foxtails are seed…

Say Hello (Again) to Friendly Fridays at Pet Camp!

June 4, 2025

Fridays are a whole lot friendlier at Pet Camp! We’re thrilled to reintroduce Friendly Fridays, a way to share the tail-wagging fun of our dog daycare with fellow pet parents – and get rewarded for it! Here’s how it works: On any Friday, you can invite a friend – someone who’s never* been to Pet…

Canine Enrichment: Not Just for Troubled Pups

May 29, 2025

What Type of Dog is Best Suited for Enrichment? When some pet parents hear “canine enrichment,” they often imagine dogs with anxiety, destructive behavior, or energy levels off the charts. At Pet Camp, we hear “canine enrichment” and think “sign my dog up too!” Let’s clear something up right away: enrichment isn’t just for dogs…

Industry Group Sets Conference for Christmas Day!  Members are Outraged!

May 23, 2025

Pet Camp is active in several different business groups – some are local, some are geared to small businesses, some are run by consultants in the pet care industry, and there is one entity, the International Boarding and Pet Services Association (IBPSA) that is our “industry group.”  As a rule, various counselors attend between 1…

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