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Country Kennels

16922 Rio Maria Rd, Lakeside, CA 92040

4.9
63 Google reviews
Cage-freeStaff overnightOutdoor yardAccepts puppiesReactive breeds OKMedication adminGroomingClimate controlledOvernight potty breaks

Overview

Country Kennels is a family-owned dog and cat boarding facility in Lakeside, CA, operating since 1971. They offer both standard runs ($36/day) and luxury suites ($52/day) with indoor/outdoor access, climate control, and 24-hour care. Additional services include VIP play time, medication administration, grooming, and they accommodate special diets including raw food.

Amenities & Policies

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

Required vaccinations: DHPP (Distemper, Parvo), Bordetella, Canine Influenza Vaccine (H3N2/H3N8), Rabies, FVRCP

Policies & Details

Hours & Billing

Drop-off hours:9am-4pm
Pick-up hours:9am-4pm
Checkout time:12pm (no charge if before noon Mon-Sat)
Billing method:Per night

Cancellation & Deposits

Cancellation penalty:$45 non-refundable holiday deposit forfeited if reservation cancelled
Deposit required — $45 (for Thanksgiving and Christmas)

Care & Play

Group play
Solo play
Comfort items allowed
Feeding policy:Owner provides food or house food available at no extra cost
Raw diet accommodated

Requirements

Spay/neuter policy:Not required, intact dogs kept separate

Safety & Emergency

Emergency vet cost:Owner

Extras

Multi-dog discount — VIP play time: pets of same household may have VIPs together for 1 charge
Senior dog accommodations
Owner operated

What Reviews Say

63 reviews analyzed

Country Kennels is a highly regarded, family-run facility with a loyal customer base, some spanning over 20 years. Customers frequently praise the exceptional cleanliness, affordable rates, and the unique policy of allowing owners to walk their pets to their runs. However, while the vast majority of experiences are positive, there are a few severe red flags regarding medical care and unnoticed injuries that suggest potential lapses in supervision during peak times.

Cleanliness
5.0
Staff
4.9
Value
4.9
Facility
4.8
Drop-off / pickup
4.8
Dog happiness
4.7
Communication
4.5
Safety
4.2

People love

Cleanliness(12)Affordability(6)Transparency/Drop-off Experience(3)

Staff shoutouts

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Worth noting

Pet death and medical mismanagement

“Another time my dog went into convulsions and died while staying there... Something went wrong; he didn’t get the shot correctly or they forgot to feed him.”

Unnoticed injury and neglect of paid services

“They never even noticed the bite mark on his face and he never received the extra 'play yard' time that we repeatedly requested.”

Physical injury (burns)

“In the summer they walked my dog on the hot driveway and burnt his little paws.”

Lack of attention to specific requests/injuries(2 mentions)

“They never even noticed the bite mark on his face and he never received the extra 'play yard' time.”

Top Rated

4.9 stars from 63+ reviews

This facility has earned a Top Rated badge for maintaining a 4.9-star rating across 63 reviews.

At a Glance

Google rating
4.9/ 5
Review score
4.7/ 5
Amenities9 of 14
Reviews63
Repeat customersNumber of reviews that mention returning or being a regular customer.16

Pricing

Boarding

$36–$52/night

Daycare

$6/day

Contact

Visit Website+1 858-748-5771Get directions to 16922 Rio Maria Rd, Lakeside, CA 92040

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