The Puppy Playhouse
DaycareBoarding
Dogs Away score9.7 /10Exceptional · 57 reviews · top 8% in Los Angeles
Sources
Behind the 9.7
- Reviews read
- 57 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.90 ★
- Rank
- #23 of 333 in Los Angeles
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Published rate$47 /nightFrom their website, 2026-09-08
$50middle $74$100
Cheaper than most in Los Angeles
Sources
Behind the $47
- Source
- The Puppy Playhouse’s own website
- Checked on
- 2026-09-08
- Rate type
- First dog, standard night
“Daycare - Small Dogs $27.00 Daycare - Large Dogs $29.00 Overnight Boarding - Small Dogs $47.00 Overnight Boarding - Large Dogs $49.00 ... During the holiday season, we charge an additional $5 dollars per night.”Open their price page ↗
The Puppy Playhouse is a dog daycare in Costa Mesa, CA, offering daycare & boarding. It scores 9.7/10 (exceptional) from 57 Google reviews averaging 4.9 stars — #23 of 333 in Los Angeles. Its website lists boarding from $47–$49 per night and daycare from $27–$29 per day. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 5.
Top 8% in Los Angeles#23 of 333 by Dogs Away score, from 57 reviews.
Outdoor access: yardPer the facility’s website.
Publishes its ratesQuoted below with a link to the source page.
Key facts
- Services
- DaycareTrainingDog walkingBoardingPet sitting Confirmed on their own website
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- $47–$49/night
- Daycare rate
- $27–$29/day
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in Los Angeles
- #23 of 333
- Google rating
- ★4.9 (57)
- From downtown
- 32.9 mi
- Neighborhood
- Westside Costa Mesa
- Holiday / peak
- additional $5 per night during the holiday season
- Profile claimed on Google
- Yes
Policies & requirements
5/27
5 of the 27 policies owners ask about are published on their website.Checked on their website, 2026-09-08. Open a policy to see their exact words.
Admission requirements1 of 6 published
Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay
Their words
“although temperament tests can be performed on the same day as scheduled daycare, we recommend bringing your dog in prior to your scheduled time so you can make arrangements if your dog doesn't pass the temperament test”thepuppyplayhouseoc.com/day-care
Operations4 of 21 published
Groups separated bySize, age and temperament
Their words
“Dogs are grouped by size, age and temperament so they can interact in a controlled and safe environment, reducing the risk of injury.”thepuppyplayhouseoc.com/day-care
HousingCage free
Their words
“you can rest assured knowing that your dog will be sleeping soundly in a cage free environment snuggled up with one of our loving staff members or one of their new furry friends”thepuppyplayhouseoc.com/overnight-boarding
Outdoor accessYard
Their words
“a bedroom with 4 queen sized beds, and a large backyard for your dog to run free.”thepuppyplayhouseoc.com/our-facility
FeedingOwner's food accepted at no charge
Their words
“We will feed your dog at no extra cost to you, please be sure to bring their own food. Otherwise, we will provide natural balance for $2 per meal.”thepuppyplayhouseoc.com/day-care
Show 22 policies not published on their website
Vaccinations requiredNot published on their website
Bordetella lead timeNot published on their website
Fecal / parasite testNot published on their website
Spay / neuterNot published on their website
Vaccination recordsNot published on their website
Staff on site overnightNot published on their website
Staff-to-dog ratioNot published on their website
Maximum playgroup sizeNot published on their website
Staff certificationNot published on their website
Play modelNot published on their website
Time out of their roomNot published on their website
Solo care for dogs who skip group playNot published on their website
CapacityNot published on their website
Climate controlNot published on their website
Live cameras for ownersNot published on their website
Photo / report-card updatesNot published on their website
ToursNot published on their website
Injury / fight policyNot published on their website
Veterinary accessNot published on their website
Administers medicationNot published on their website
AvailabilityNot published on their website
Online bookingNot published on their website
Policies change, so confirm anything that matters when you book. Items marked “described by reviewers” come from customers, not from the facility.
Score & reviews
9.7ExceptionalDogs Away score
Higher is better. A score backed by more reviews is more reliable. Read the reviews on Google Maps. Data as of July–October 2026.
What reviewers mention most
sleep 5socialization 4people 4fur 3morning 3worry 3playtime 2owner 2
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Price history
| Year | Boarding | Daycare | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | $42–$44/night | $27–$29/day | Archived page, 2018-11-04 |
| 2019 | $47–$49/night | $27–$29/day | Archived page, 2019-12-16 |
| 2020 | $47–$49/night | $27–$29/day | Archived page, 2020-11-30 |
| 2021 | $47–$49/night | $27–$29/day | Archived page, 2021-06-24 |
| 2022 | $47–$49/night | $27–$29/day | Archived page, 2022-12-04 |
| 2023 | $47–$49/night | $27–$29/day | Archived page, 2023-10-03 |
| 2024 | $47–$49/night | $27–$29/day | Archived page, 2024-11-14 |
| 2025 | $47–$49/night | $27–$29/day | Archived page, 2025-10-05 |
| Now | $47–$49/night | $27–$29/day | Their website, 2026-09-08 |
First-dog standard rate, lower end of any range. How this feeds the market trend: Dogs Away Boarding Price Index.
Hours
- Mon
- 6 AM–9 PM
- Tue
- 6 AM–9 PM
- Wed
- 6 AM–9 PM
- Thu
- 6 AM–9 PM
- Fri
- 6 AM–9 PM
- Sat
- 6 AM–9 PM
- Sun
- 9 AM–5 PM
From the public profile, July–October 2026. Drop-off and pick-up windows can be narrower; holiday hours vary.
For travelers
- LGB · Long Beach
- 17.1 mi
- LAX · Los Angeles International
- 34 mi
- BUR · Hollywood Burbank
- 45.1 mi
- Weekday hours span
- 6 AM – 9 PM
- Open Sunday
- Yes
Straight-line miles, not driving distance. Hours span from the public profile; confirm drop-off and pick-up windows before a flight.
Location
0000 Raleigh Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
32.9 miles from downtown Los Angeles · Westside Costa Mesa · Get directions
Amenities & details
Identifies as women-ownedWheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about The Puppy Playhouse
What services does The Puppy Playhouse offer?
The Puppy Playhouse is listed as a dog day care center in Costa Mesa, CA, offering daycare, boarding.
How much does The Puppy Playhouse charge?
Its website lists overnight boarding at $47–$49 per night and daycare at $27–$29 per day (first-dog standard rate, checked 2026-09-08). Holiday surcharges and add-ons vary; confirm when booking. The Los Angeles median published boarding rate is $74/night.
Is someone on site overnight at The Puppy Playhouse?
The Puppy Playhouse's website does not say whether a person is on site overnight (checked 2026-09-08). That is common — ask the facility directly before booking an overnight stay.
How does The Puppy Playhouse compare with other Los Angeles facilities?
It ranks #23 of 333 in the Los Angeles index by Dogs Away score (9.7/10, exceptional), based on 57 Google reviews averaging 4.9 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
The Puppy Playhouse, Costa Mesa, CA. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-09-08. https://dogsaway.co/los-angeles-ca/the-puppy-playhouse/Similar places near Costa Mesa
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