Camp Bow Wow El Cajon

★ 4.8 · 373 Google reviews·Dog daycare·El Cajon, CA
Camp Bow Wow El Cajon, El Cajon
DaycareBoarding
Dogs Away score9.6 /10Exceptional · 373 reviews · top 8% in San Diego
Sources
Behind the 9.6
Reviews read
373 on Google
Average stars
4.80 ★
Rank
#3 of 39 in San Diego
Ratings as of
July–October 2026
See the reviews on Google ↗
Published rate$70 /nightFrom their website, 2026-09-07
Sources
Behind the $70
Source
Camp Bow Wow El Cajon’s own website
Checked on
2026-09-07
Rate type
First dog, standard night
“Overnight Dog Boarding: 1 Dog Single dog $70.00 Overnight Dog Boarding: 2nd Dogs Dog Day Care included in all overnight stays.”
Open their price page ↗

Camp Bow Wow El Cajon is a dog daycare in El Cajon, CA, offering daycare & boarding. It scores 9.6/10 (exceptional) from 373 Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars — #3 of 39 in San Diego. Its website lists boarding from $70 per night. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 11.

Top 8% in San Diego#3 of 39 by Dogs Away score, from 373 reviews.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Recommended: leptospirosis · Not mentioned: canine influenza
All-day open playPlay model, per the facility.
Outdoor access: indoor outdoorPer the facility’s website.
Live cameras for ownersPer the facility’s website.

About this place

Welcome to CampLife, where worries fade, anticipation grows – and joy lives! Camp Bow Wow® is more than just dog daycare. It’s where dogs can romp around in open yards, where your dog can make friends and learn something new. Camp is where memories are made and the stories get told in a wonderful reunion of fur and affection. Our safety Certified Camp Counselors® are ready to give your best friend an experience they’ll remember and be begging for more. From daycare to boarding to enrichment prog

From the business’s public profile.

Key facts

Services
DaycareBoarding Confirmed on their own website
Type
Dedicated facility
Boarding rate
$70/night
Daycare rate
Not published
Open 24 hours
No
Rank in San Diego
#3 of 39
Google rating
★4.8 (373)
From downtown
12.9 mi
Profile claimed on Google
Yes

Policies & requirements

11/27

11 of the 27 policies owners ask about are published on their website.Checked on their website, 2026-09-07. Open a policy to see their exact words.

Admission requirements3 of 6 published
Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Recommended: leptospirosis · Not mentioned: canine influenza
Their words
“It’s recommended that the Leptospirosis vaccine also be included annually ... In addition to the DHPP vaccine, the Rabies and Bordetella vaccines are also required for all boarding dogs at all our locations”campbowwow.com/el-cajon/services-pricing/dog-boarding/
Spay / neuterRequired
Their words
“Assurance that all our Campers have passed the Camper Interview, are spayed or neutered, and are current on vaccinations.”campbowwow.com/el-cajon/services-pricing/dog-boarding/
Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay (free)
Their words
“Contact us at (619) 367-8367 to schedule your dog's interview and get your first day free!”campbowwow.com/el-cajon/
Operations8 of 21 published
Staff certificationPet first aid / CPR certified staff
Their words
“Certified Camp Counselors ® who are extensively trained in dog behavior, CPR, and pet first aid”campbowwow.com/el-cajon/services-pricing/dog-boarding/
Play modelAll-day open play
Their words
“At Camp Bow Wow, boarding includes all-day open-play daycare, a cozy Camp sleeping area, feeding, medications, webcam access, and attentive care from Certified Camp Counselors®.”campbowwow.com/el-cajon/services-pricing/dog-boarding/
Time out of their roomAll-day play in indoor and outdoor yards
Their words
“Day Camp included in overnight stays All-day play in indoor and outdoor play yards Individual cozy Cabin and nightly Campfire Treat TM for Overnight Campers”campbowwow.com/el-cajon/services-pricing/dog-boarding/
Outdoor accessIndoor outdoor
Their words
“From our spacious indoor and outdoor play yards to live web cameras you can watch from your computer or mobile device, you can always be sure your pup is having a great time at Camp.”campbowwow.com/el-cajon/
Live cameras for ownersYes
Their words
“From our spacious indoor and outdoor play yards to live web cameras you can watch from your computer or mobile device, you can always be sure your pup is having a great time at Camp.”campbowwow.com/el-cajon/
Photo / report-card updatesSent, not guaranteed
Their words
“Some Camps also offer digital “report cards,” photos, or notes, so you get added peace of mind while your four-legged family member enjoys their stay - check with your local Camp for specific update options.”campbowwow.com/el-cajon/services-pricing/dog-boarding/
ToursTours offered
Their words
“we invite you to take a tour of one of our Camps. Watch our Campers in action in our play yards and with our Certified Camp Counselors ® .”campbowwow.com/why-camp-bow-wow/take-a-tour/
Administers medicationYes, no charge
Their words
“we don’t charge extra for administering medication”campbowwow.com/el-cajon/
Show 16 policies not published on their website
Bordetella lead timeNot published on their website
Fecal / parasite testNot 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
Groups separated byNot published on their website
Solo care for dogs who skip group playNot published on their website
HousingNot published on their website
CapacityNot published on their website
Climate controlNot published on their website
Injury / fight policyNot published on their website
Veterinary accessNot published on their website
FeedingNot 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

9.6ExceptionalDogs Away score
5 ★342
4 ★11
3 ★7
2 ★1
1 ★12
★ 4.80Google average
373reviews behind the score
★ 4.62San Diego average

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

webcams 42interview process 10tired dogs 10dog excitement 7camper cams 5camera access 5live web cam 3dog assessment 2

Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.

Price history

Published rate for the same product as today, from archived copies of the facility’s own rate page.
YearBoardingDaycareSource
2018$52/night—Archived page, 2018-10-06
2019$54/night—Archived page, 2019-12-12
2020$54/night—Archived page, 2020-09-27
2021$58/night—Archived page, 2021-10-24
2022$60/night—Archived page, 2022-12-08
2023$64/night—Archived page, 2023-11-30
2024$64/night—Archived page, 2024-11-03
2025$68/night—Archived page, 2025-12-15
Now$70/night—Their website, 2026-09-07

First-dog standard rate, lower end of any range. How this feeds the market trend: Dogs Away Boarding Price Index.

Hours

Mon
6:30 AM–7 PM
Tue
6:30 AM–7 PM
Wed
6:30 AM–7 PM
Thu
6:30 AM–7 PM
Fri
6:30 AM–7 PM
Sat
7 AM–7 PM
Sun
7–10 AM, 4–7 PM

From the public profile, July–October 2026. Drop-off and pick-up windows can be narrower; holiday hours vary.

For travelers

SAN · San Diego International
13.9 mi
Weekday hours span
6:30 AM – 7 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

1677 N Marshall Ave A, El Cajon, CA 92020

12.9 miles from downtown San Diego · Get directions

Amenities & details

Onsite servicesWheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot

Self-reported on the business’s public profile.

Questions about Camp Bow Wow El Cajon

What services does Camp Bow Wow El Cajon offer?
Camp Bow Wow El Cajon is listed as a dog day care center in El Cajon, CA, offering daycare, boarding.
How much does Camp Bow Wow El Cajon charge?
Its website lists overnight boarding at $70 per night (first-dog standard rate, checked 2026-09-07). Holiday surcharges and add-ons vary; confirm when booking. The San Diego median published boarding rate is $75/night.
What vaccines does Camp Bow Wow El Cajon require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Recommended: leptospirosis · Not mentioned: canine influenza.
Is someone on site overnight at Camp Bow Wow El Cajon?
Camp Bow Wow El Cajon's website does not say whether a person is on site overnight (checked 2026-09-07). That is common — ask the facility directly before booking an overnight stay.
How does Camp Bow Wow El Cajon compare with other San Diego facilities?
It ranks #3 of 39 in the San Diego index by Dogs Away score (9.6/10, exceptional), based on 373 Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars.

Cite this record

Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:

Camp Bow Wow El Cajon, El Cajon, CA. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-09-07. https://dogsaway.co/san-diego-ca/camp-bow-wow-el-cajon/

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