North Main Pet Lodge
BoardingDaycare
Dogs Away score9.5 /10Exceptional · 65 reviews · top 31% in San Francisco
Sources
Behind the 9.5
- Reviews read
- 65 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.80 ★
- Rank
- #41 of 156 in San Francisco
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Published rate$70 /nightFrom their website, 2026-10-19
$45middle $85$120
Below the San Francisco middle price
Sources
Behind the $70
- Source
- North Main Pet Lodge’s own website
- Checked on
- 2026-10-19
- Rate type
- First dog, standard night
“Rates per night. One activity included with each stay. ... Individual Play One-on-one play or cuddle time, 15 min Small $70 ... Small $91 Medium/Large $96 XL $108”Open their price page ↗
North Main Pet Lodge is a boarding facility in Walnut Creek, CA, offering boarding & daycare. It scores 9.5/10 (exceptional) from 65 Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars — #41 of 156 in San Francisco. Its website lists boarding from $70–$108 per night. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 12.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis
Outdoor access: private patioPer the facility’s website.
Publishes its ratesQuoted below with a link to the source page.
Key facts
- Services
- BoardingDaycarePet sitting Confirmed on their own website
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- $70–$108/night
- Daycare rate
- Not published
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in San Francisco
- #41 of 156
- Google rating
- ★4.8 (65)
- From downtown
- 22.1 mi
- Profile claimed on Google
- Yes
Policies & requirements
12/27
12 of the 27 policies owners ask about are published on their website.Checked on their website, 2026-10-19. Open a policy to see their exact words.
Admission requirements5 of 6 published
Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis
Their words
“All dogs must have the following vaccinations current before boarding or daycare: Rabies ... DHPP Core vaccine protecting against Distemper, Hepatitis, Parvovirus, and Parainfluenza. ... Bordetella and Canine Influenza vaccinations must be completed a minimum of 5 days prior to boarding or daycare.”petlodge.com/vaccinations
Bordetella lead time5 days before arrival
Their words
“Bordetella and Canine Influenza vaccinations must be completed a minimum of 5 days prior to boarding or daycare.”petlodge.com/vaccinations
Spay / neuterRequired from 12 months
Their words
“All dogs must be spayed or neutered by one year of age.”petlodge.com/vaccinations
Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay
Their words
“Before their first stay, we invite all new dogs for a trial day.”petlodge.com/
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“For the health and safety of all pets in our care, we require proof of current vaccinations before any reservation.”petlodge.com/vaccinations
Operations7 of 21 published
Groups separated bySize and play style
Their words
“Organized by Size & Style: Play groups are organized by size and play style to ensure compatible matches”petlodge.com/services
Solo care for dogs who skip group playOffered
Their words
“Private Daycare Available: For dogs that prefer one-on-one attention”petlodge.com/services
HousingSuite
Their words
“Each dog has their own private suite with a covered outdoor patio.”petlodge.com/services
Outdoor accessPrivate patio
Their words
“Each dog has their own private suite with a covered outdoor patio. Dogs can move freely in and out during the day and evening, weather permitting — giving them a self-regulated potty area.”petlodge.com/services
Climate controlClimate-controlled
Their words
“Climate Controlled In summer, the inside air is cooled. In winter, our floors are heated — included at no extra charge.”petlodge.com/services
Administers medicationYes
Their words
“Medication Administration: We can administer medications as needed”petlodge.com/services
FeedingEither house or owner's food
Their words
“and portion size — e.g. '1/2 cup, twice daily'). We also provide food if preferred.”petlodge.com/services
Show 15 policies not published on their website
Fecal / parasite testNot 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
CapacityNot 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
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
9.5ExceptionalDogs 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
photo updates 5new ownership 3reactive dog handling 2anxious dogs 2personable owners 2cat boarding 2dog happiness 2capable staff 2
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Booking terms & safety
- Checkout time
- Check-out is 12:00 pm Monday to Friday and Sunday; late check-out on request for an added feeStated on their website
- Fire & emergency protection
- The entire facility is fire sprinkledStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Who they take & how they care
- Updates during a stay
- Daily moments are shared on Instagram and TikTokStated on their website
- Senior dogs
- Senior guests get a leisurely 15-minute walk and are taken outside several times a dayStated on their website
- Minimum age
- Daycare: puppies must be at least 4 months old with all puppy shotsStated on their website
- Cats
- Boards cats in a separate area designed for catsStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Hours
- Mon
- 8 AM–6 PM
- Tue
- 8 AM–6 PM
- Wed
- 8 AM–6 PM
- Thu
- 8 AM–6 PM
- Fri
- 8 AM–6 PM
- Sat
- Closed
- Sun
- 8 AM–3 PM
From the public profile, July–October 2026. Drop-off and pick-up windows can be narrower; holiday hours vary.
Location
2818 N Main St, Walnut Creek, CA 94597
22.1 miles from downtown San Francisco · Get directions
Amenities & details
Onsite servicesWheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroomWheelchair accessible seatingGender-neutral restroomFree parking lotFree street parkingOn-site parking
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about North Main Pet Lodge
What services does North Main Pet Lodge offer?
North Main Pet Lodge is listed as a kennel in Walnut Creek, CA, offering boarding, daycare.
How much does North Main Pet Lodge charge?
Its website lists overnight boarding at $70–$108 per night (first-dog standard rate, checked 2026-10-19). Holiday surcharges and add-ons vary; confirm when booking. The San Francisco median published boarding rate is $85/night.
What vaccines does North Main Pet Lodge require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at North Main Pet Lodge?
North Main Pet Lodge's website does not say whether a person is on site overnight (checked 2026-10-19). That is common — ask the facility directly before booking an overnight stay.
How does North Main Pet Lodge compare with other San Francisco facilities?
It ranks #41 of 156 in the San Francisco index by Dogs Away score (9.5/10, exceptional), based on 65 Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
North Main Pet Lodge, Walnut Creek, CA. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-10-19. https://dogsaway.co/san-francisco-ca/north-main-pet-lodge/Similar places near Walnut Creek
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