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Buster’s Pet Resort & Daycare

7341 Winding Way, Fair Oaks, CA 95628

4.5
99 Google reviews
Cage-freeStaff overnightOutdoor yardPool / water playSmall dog areaReactive breeds OKGroomingTrainingOvernight potty breaksOnline booking

Overview

Buster's Pet Resort & Daycare is a family-owned cage-free dog boarding and daycare facility in Fair Oaks, CA offering luxury suites, daycare, training, and grooming services. The facility features large indoor/outdoor play areas with separate spaces for different breed sizes, 24/7 staff presence, and specializes in behavioral training including for reactive and aggressive breeds.

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: DHPPL, Bordetella, CIV, Rabies, FVRCCP, Fecal Tests

Policies & Details

Hours & Billing

Checkout time:12pm
Billing method:Per night

Cancellation & Deposits

Cancellation notice:7 days notice
Cancellation penalty:No refund for major holidays
Deposit required — One night's stay
Holiday surcharge — $10/night

Care & Play

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

Requirements

Spay/neuter policy:Required at 6 months for group play, not required if isolated
Temperament test fee:$220

Safety & Emergency

Emergency vet protocol:On site
Emergency vet cost:Owner
Fire safety system

Extras

Multi-dog discount — 10% off for stays 10+ days, 20% off for stays 20+ days
Senior dog accommodations
Owner operated

What Reviews Say

95 reviews analyzed

Buster’s Pet Resort is highly regarded for its transformative training programs and enthusiastic daycare environment, with many owners reporting their dogs return home happy and exhausted. While the staff and owner receive frequent personal praise, a small number of serious reviews cite concerns regarding dehydration, paw burns, and inconsistent pricing. Overall, it is a popular local choice that excels in socialization and obedience training but has faced criticism regarding medical/hygiene oversight for long-term boarders.

Staff
4.8
Dog happiness
4.7
Drop-off / pickup
4.6
Cleanliness
4.5
Value
4.5
Facility
4.2
Communication
3.8
Safety
3.5

People love

Effective Training Programs(12)High Energy/Tired Dogs(10)Grooming Quality(11)

Staff shoutouts

Colin(14 mentions)Cameron(6 mentions)Ron(2 mentions)Lillian(2 mentions)Vitalii

Worth noting

Physical injuries and dehydration

“every time I would get him back he was dehydrated and paws badly burn that he couldn’t walk for days.”

Neglect of feeding protocols

“I gave them 2 perfectly measured bags of food... They gave me back 1 full bag of food untouched.”

Disease outbreaks (Kennel Cough)

“Want your pup exposed to kennel cough? Which is ALWAYS a problem there..”

Pricing inconsistencies/Hidden fees(3 mentions)

“The female kept on increasing the prices compared to what was discussed upon my initial conversation.”

Hygiene upon pickup(2 mentions)

“picked her up very dirty with really bad smell. We threw away all the stuff... as it was very nasty.”

Owner replies to 98% of reviewsAvg response: 2dwarm tone18 repeat customers

Top Rated

4.5 stars from 99+ reviews

This facility has earned a Top Rated badge for maintaining a 4.5-star rating across 99 reviews.

At a Glance

Google rating
4.5/ 5
Review score
4.3/ 5
Amenities10 of 14
Reviews99
Repeat customersNumber of reviews that mention returning or being a regular customer.18

Pricing

Boarding

$60–$149/night

Daycare

$20–$38/day

Contact

Visit Website+1 916-844-7075Get directions to 7341 Winding Way, Fair Oaks, CA 95628

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