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Animal Kingdom SM

300 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90405

4.7
119 Google reviews
Cage-freeOutdoor yardSmall dog areaAccepts puppiesMedication adminGrooming

Overview

Animal Kingdom SM is a dog daycare and boarding facility in Santa Monica, CA offering open-play daycare with indoor/outdoor access, professional grooming for dogs and cats, and a retail pet store. They provide cage-free group play, require vaccinations and temperament testing, and offer various play packages with pricing from $30-$50 per day.

Amenities & Policies

Cage-free
Webcam
Staff overnight
Outdoor yard
Pool / water play
Small dog area
Accepts puppies
Reactive breeds
Medication admin
Grooming
Training
Climate controlled
Overnight potty breaks
Online booking
Spay/neuter required
Temperament test

Required vaccinations: Rabies, DAPP, Bordetella, Canine Influenza, Leptospirosis

Policies & Details

Hours & Billing

Late pick-up fee:$15

Care & Play

Group play
Solo play
Daily updates — Free
Comfort items allowed
Feeding policy:Owner provides food

Requirements

Spay/neuter policy:Required at 6 months

Extras

Senior dog accommodations
Owner operated

What Reviews Say

119 reviews analyzed

Animal Kingdom SM is a highly-regarded local pet hub praised for its exceptional grooming services and attentive daycare. Customers frequently highlight the 'family-like' atmosphere and the staff's ability to handle difficult or senior pets with patience. While there are isolated complaints regarding management's tone and breed-specific daycare policies, the overwhelming majority of patrons value the facility's expertise and personalized care.

Dog happiness
5.0
Staff
5.0
Safety
4.9
Communication
4.8
Drop-off / pickup
4.8
Value
4.7
Cleanliness
4.5
Facility
4.5

People love

Grooming Excellence(18)Daycare Report Cards(4)Cat Grooming/Care(5)

Staff shoutouts

Anna(6 mentions)Christine(6 mentions)Ronique(2 mentions)Damian(2 mentions)

Worth noting

Allegation of breed discrimination

“Discriminatory practices against certain breeds, especially Christine.”

Owner/Management attitude(2 mentions)

“The owner, DJ, has no manners and is rude”

Parking difficulty(2 mentions)

“Parking can suck on the weekends, but that's Santa Monica.”

Owner replies to 85% of reviewswarm tone12 repeat customers

Top Rated

4.7 stars from 119+ reviews

This facility has earned a Top Rated badge for maintaining a 4.7-star rating across 119 reviews.

At a Glance

Google rating
4.7/ 5
Review score
4.8/ 5
Amenities6 of 14
Reviews119
Repeat customersNumber of reviews that mention returning or being a regular customer.12

Pricing

Daycare

$30–$50/day

Contact

Visit Website+1 310-392-4074Get directions to 300 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90405

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