Margale Pet Resort
29976 Margale Ln T, Vista, CA 92084
Overview
Margale Pet Resort is a family-owned and operated dog boarding and training facility in Vista, CA, serving the San Diego area for over 30 years. They offer boarding ($65/day, $405/week), grooming ($45-$100), and a Board & Train program with over 65 years of combined trainer experience. The facility features three acres of outdoor space, private suites, 24/7 care, and accepts puppies as young as 8 weeks.
Amenities & Policies
Required vaccinations: Rabies, Distemper, Parvo, Bordetella
Policies & Details
Hours & Billing
Care & Play
Safety & Emergency
Extras
What Reviews Say
36 reviews analyzedMargale Pet Resort is highly regarded for its expertise in handling reactive dogs and its specialized knowledge as a Golden Retriever breeder and trainer. While most customers report happy, well-adjusted pets and praise the 24/7 staffing, some negative experiences highlight issues with communication and care during high-volume holiday periods. Overall, it is viewed as a professional, advocacy-driven facility that treats dogs like family, though administrative consistency could be improved.
People love
Staff shoutouts
Worth noting
Injury during stay
“Our old dog returned with a gash on his thigh.”
Health/Illness (Bordetella)
“She came home with Bordetella and has been coughing all night.”
Communication/Photo Updates(2 mentions)
“We texted in the morning and we’re met with the response 'will do after morning rush'…..never got a photo or an update.”
Holiday Overcrowding
“obviously was not prepared to properly care for the volume of dogs they had during the holidays.”
At a Glance
Min puppy age
2 months
Pricing
Boarding
$65/night
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