Park-A-Pup Novato
DaycareBoarding
Dogs Away score9.7 /10Exceptional · 198 reviews · top 7% in San Francisco
Sources
Behind the 9.7
- Reviews read
- 198 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.90 ★
- Rank
- #9 of 156 in San Francisco
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Published rate$42 /dayFrom their website, 2026-10-19
$40middle $54$75
Below the San Francisco middle price
Sources
Behind the $42
- Source
- Park-A-Pup Novato’s own website
- Checked on
- 2026-10-19
- Rate type
- First dog, standard day
“Daycare Sibling dogs sharing a kennel save $5 per dog . Single Dog per Day: $42”Open their price page ↗
Park-A-Pup Novato is a dog daycare in Novato, CA, offering daycare & boarding. It scores 9.7/10 (exceptional) from 198 Google reviews averaging 4.9 stars — #9 of 156 in San Francisco. Its website lists daycare from $42 per day. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 7.
Top 7% in San Francisco#9 of 156 by Dogs Away score, from 198 reviews.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Outdoor access: yardPer the facility’s website.
Publishes its ratesQuoted below with a link to the source page.
Key facts
- Services
- DaycareBoarding Confirmed on their own website
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- Not published
- Daycare rate
- $42/day
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in San Francisco
- #9 of 156
- Google rating
- ★4.9 (198)
- From downtown
- 24.8 mi
- Profile claimed on Google
- Yes
Policies & requirements
7/27
7 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 requirements4 of 6 published
Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Their words
“Up-to-date vaccinations are required for any of our services: Distemper / Parvo Bordetella (Canine Cough) Rabies”parkapup.com/new-clients
Spay / neuterRequired from 12 months
Their words
“they need to be spayed or neutered if they are over 1 year old.”parkapup.com/new-clients
Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay (free)
Their words
“New dogs need to have a scheduled daycare trial day. ... The daycare trial is free.”parkapup.com/new-clients
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“Please have your vet's office email [email protected] , fax to (415) 453-2411, or bring photocopies of vaccination confirmations upon check-in.”parkapup.com/new-clients
Operations3 of 21 published
Outdoor accessYard
Their words
“Our state-of-the-art K9 turf field is the most hygienic turf available, with instantaneous drainage that virtually eliminates the threat of water-borne diseases.”parkapup.com/novato
ToursTours offered
Their words
“To request a tour of the facility call our office at the number below.”parkapup.com/novato
Online bookingYes
Their words
“Online reservations for existing customers are available through the client portal .”parkapup.com/novato
Show 20 policies not published on their website
Bordetella lead timeNot 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
Groups separated byNot 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
HousingNot 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
Injury / fight policyNot published on their website
Veterinary accessNot published on their website
Administers medicationNot published on their website
FeedingNot published on their website
AvailabilityNot 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
kind staff 26responsive staff 11happy atmosphere 8trial day 5overnight boarding 4dog bath 3exhausted dog 3senior dogs 3
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Hours
- Mon
- 7:30 AM–6:30 PM
- Tue
- 7:30 AM–6:30 PM
- Wed
- 7:30 AM–6:30 PM
- Thu
- 7:30 AM–6:30 PM
- Fri
- 7:30 AM–6:30 PM
- Sat
- 8 AM–5 PM
- Sun
- 8 AM–5 PM
From the public profile, July–October 2026. Drop-off and pick-up windows can be narrower; holiday hours vary.
Location
7586 N Redwood Dr, Novato, CA 94945
24.8 miles from downtown San Francisco · Get directions
Amenities & details
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about Park-A-Pup Novato
What services does Park-A-Pup Novato offer?
Park-A-Pup Novato is listed as a dog day care center in Novato, CA, offering daycare, boarding.
How much does Park-A-Pup Novato charge?
Its website lists daycare at $42 per day (first-dog standard rate, checked 2026-10-19). Holiday surcharges and add-ons vary; confirm when booking.
What vaccines does Park-A-Pup Novato require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at Park-A-Pup Novato?
Park-A-Pup Novato'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 Park-A-Pup Novato compare with other San Francisco facilities?
It ranks #9 of 156 in the San Francisco index by Dogs Away score (9.7/10, exceptional), based on 198 Google reviews averaging 4.9 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
Park-A-Pup Novato, Novato, CA. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-10-19. https://dogsaway.co/san-francisco-ca/park-a-pup-novato/Similar places near Novato
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