Planet Canine
DaycareBoarding
Dogs Away score9.5 /10Exceptional · 56 reviews · top 31% in San Francisco
Sources
Behind the 9.5
- Reviews read
- 56 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.80 ★
- Rank
- #41 of 156 in San Francisco
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Policies published6 of 27From their website, 2026-10-19
Planet Canine is a dog daycare in San Rafael, CA, offering daycare & boarding. It scores 9.5/10 (exceptional) from 56 Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars — #41 of 156 in San Francisco. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 6.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Outdoor access: yardPer the facility’s website.
Key facts
- Services
- DaycareTrainingBoardingPet sitting
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- Not published
- Daycare rate
- Not published
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in San Francisco
- #41 of 156
- Google rating
- ★4.8 (56)
- From downtown
- 13.4 mi
- Profile claimed on Google
- Yes
Policies & requirements
6/27
6 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 requirements3 of 6 published
Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Their words
“Federal law requires rabies vaccine for all dogs. Planet Canine requires DHLPP vaccine and bordetella unless we are provided with an exception from your vet.”planetcanine.com/
Spay / neuterRequired for group play only
Their words
“must be neutered or spayed in order to be with THE PACK . We have alternative accommodations for intact male/females.”planetcanine.com/
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“Planet Canine Requirements 1) PROOF OF CURRENT VACCINATION”planetcanine.com/
Operations3 of 21 published
Time out of their roomUp to 8 hours daily playtime
Their words
“Dogs at Planet Canine get up to 8 hours a day of playtime”planetcanine.com/
Outdoor accessYard
Their words
“Our location is a 1,500 sq. ft. converted warehouse with an attached outdoor play yard measuring 15’ x 125’.”planetcanine.com/
FeedingHouse food by default
Their words
“Our rates include food and bedding, though you are welcome to bring your own food should you choose.”planetcanine.com/faqs
Show 21 policies not published on their website
Bordetella lead timeNot published on their website
Fecal / parasite testNot published on their website
Temperament evaluationNot 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
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
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
9.5ExceptionalDogs 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
friendly staff 21caring staff 7dog happiness 6video updates 3trustworthy care 2dog comfort 2easy communication 2loving care 2
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Who they take & how they care
- Anxious or shy dogs
- Slows things down for stressed dogs; will say so if the setting is not right for a dogStated on their website
- Minimum age
- Dogs must have finished their puppy shots, usually about 12 weeksStated on their website
- Unaltered dogs & females in heat
- Intact dogs are kept out of the pack and given alternative accommodationsStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Hours
- Mon
- 7–11 AM, 3–7 PM
- Tue
- 7–11 AM, 3–7 PM
- Wed
- 7–11 AM, 3–7 PM
- Thu
- 7–11 AM, 3–7 PM
- Fri
- 7–11 AM, 3–7 PM
- Sat
- 8–10 AM, 4–6 PM
- Sun
- 8–10 AM, 4–6 PM
From the public profile, July–October 2026. Drop-off and pick-up windows can be narrower; holiday hours vary.
Location
1123 Francisco Blvd E, San Rafael, CA 94901
13.4 miles from downtown San Francisco · Get directions
Amenities & details
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotGender-neutral restroomLGBTQ+ friendlyTransgender safespaceFree parking lotOn-site parking
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about Planet Canine
What services does Planet Canine offer?
Planet Canine is listed as a dog day care center in San Rafael, CA, offering daycare, boarding.
How much does Planet Canine charge?
We did not find a published rate on Planet Canine's website when we checked it (2026-10-19); call the facility for pricing. For reference, the San Francisco median published boarding rate is $85/night across 45 facilities.
What vaccines does Planet Canine require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at Planet Canine?
Planet Canine'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 Planet Canine 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 56 Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
Planet Canine, San Rafael, CA. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-10-19. https://dogsaway.co/san-francisco-ca/planet-canine/Similar places near San Rafael
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