You Luckie Dog Kennels and Cat House
BoardingCat boardingDaycare
Dogs Away score9.5 /10Exceptional · 34 reviews · top 31% in San Francisco
Sources
Behind the 9.5
- Reviews read
- 34 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.80 ★
- Rank
- #41 of 156 in San Francisco
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Policies published7 of 27From their website, 2026-10-19
You Luckie Dog Kennels and Cat House is a pet boarding in Walnut Creek, CA, offering boarding & daycare. It scores 9.5/10 (exceptional) from 34 Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars — #41 of 156 in San Francisco. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 7.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Open play with enforced restPlay model, per the facility.
Key facts
- Services
- BoardingCat boardingDaycare
- 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 (34)
- From downtown
- 24.9 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 requirements3 of 6 published
Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Their words
“we require that all dogs and cats be current in the following vaccines: DOG -Rabies -DHLPP or DHPP -Bordetella”youluckiedog.com/booking-requirements
Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay
Their words
“To be accepted into our care, each dog must complete an evaluation.”youluckiedog.com/booking-requirements
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“You Luckie Dog reserves the right to refuse services and admittance to any guests who lacks proof of vaccinations”youluckiedog.com/booking-requirements
Operations4 of 21 published
Play modelOpen play with enforced rest
Their words
“They then come in to their individual rooms for their first meal and nap time. ... After nap time they go back outdoors to frolic with their pals until dinner time in the late evening.”youluckiedog.com/rates-services
Solo care for dogs who skip group playOffered
Their words
“But don t worry if your pet prefers to play alone and get one on one attention from our team, we offer that too.”youluckiedog.com/rates-services
Administers medicationYes
Their words
“For those older or special needs guests that require a little more attention or medication we are happy to provide their needs.”youluckiedog.com/rates-services
FeedingOwner's food encouraged
Their words
“We recommend that you keep their diet consistent and provide their own food.”youluckiedog.com/booking-requirements
Show 20 policies not published on their website
Bordetella lead timeNot published on their website
Fecal / parasite testNot published on their website
Spay / neuterNot 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
Groups separated byNot published on their website
Time out of their roomNot published on their website
HousingNot published on their website
Outdoor accessNot 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
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
happy pup 4affordable 3dog socialization 3cat boarding 3dog playmates 2tired dogs 2labradoodle 2playmate 2
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Booking terms & safety
- Checkout time
- Check-out window is 9–11 AM; check-in at 4 PMStated on their website
- How a stay is counted
- Charges like a hotel: per night, check-in 4 PM, check-out 9–11 AMStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Who they take & how they care
- Cats
- Boards cats at $35 per nightStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Hours
- Mon
- 8 AM–12 PM, 4–6 PM
- Tue
- 8 AM–12 PM, 4–6 PM
- Wed
- 8 AM–12 PM, 4–6 PM
- Thu
- 8 AM–12 PM, 4–6 PM
- Fri
- 8 AM–12 PM, 4–6 PM
- Sat
- 9 AM–12 PM, 4–6 PM
- Sun
- 9 AM–12 PM, 4–6 PM
From the public profile, July–October 2026. Drop-off and pick-up windows can be narrower; holiday hours vary.
Location
1240 N Gate Rd, Walnut Creek, CA 94598
24.9 miles from downtown San Francisco · Get directions
Amenities & details
Wheelchair accessible parking lotLGBTQ+ friendlyOn-site parking
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about You Luckie Dog Kennels and Cat House
What services does You Luckie Dog Kennels and Cat House offer?
You Luckie Dog Kennels and Cat House is listed as a pet boarding service in Walnut Creek, CA, offering boarding, cat boarding, daycare.
How much does You Luckie Dog Kennels and Cat House charge?
We did not find a published rate on You Luckie Dog Kennels and Cat House'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 You Luckie Dog Kennels and Cat House require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at You Luckie Dog Kennels and Cat House?
You Luckie Dog Kennels and Cat House'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 You Luckie Dog Kennels and Cat House 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 34 Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
You Luckie Dog Kennels and Cat House, Walnut Creek, CA. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-10-19. https://dogsaway.co/san-francisco-ca/you-luckie-dog-kennels-and-cat-house/Similar places near Walnut Creek
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