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Tahoe Best Friends

2197 Ruth Ave, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150

4.8
238 Google reviews
Cage-freeStaff overnightOutdoor yardSmall dog areaMedication adminGroomingOvernight potty breaksOnline booking

Overview

Tahoe Best Friends is a cage-free dog boarding and daycare facility in South Lake Tahoe offering homestyle overnight boarding and daycare with 24-hour staff supervision. They feature large indoor/outdoor play areas, separate small dog yards, and a slumber party style boarding environment where dogs can sleep on couches or dog beds with staff. They require dogs to be dog-friendly with current vaccinations (Rabies, DHPP, Bordetella) and offer grooming services on-site.

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, DHPP, Bordetella

Policies & Details

Hours & Billing

Checkout time:12pm
Billing method:Per night

Cancellation & Deposits

Cancellation notice:1 day notice
Cancellation penalty:No refunds or credit will be given if cancelled after required notice period
Deposit required — $20 for daycare, $25 for overnight boarding
Holiday surcharge

Care & Play

Group play
Feeding policy:Owner provides food

Requirements

Spay/neuter policy:Required at 8 months for males over 30lbs

Extras

Multi-dog discount — $69/night for additional dog
Owner operated

What Reviews Say

225 reviews analyzed

Tahoe Best Friends is highly regarded for its cage-free, 'home-like' atmosphere featuring couches and 24/7 onsite supervision, making it a favorite for both locals and tourists skiing in the area. While the vast majority of owners report their dogs return exhausted and happy, a small number of critical reviews highlight concerns regarding overcrowding and occasional lapses in communicating minor injuries. Overall, the facility is praised for its friendly staff, flexible hours, and fair pricing.

Dog happiness
4.9
Drop-off / pickup
4.9
Staff
4.8
Value
4.7
Communication
4.2
Facility
4.0
Safety
3.8
Cleanliness
3.5

People love

Cage-free environment(15)Tired/Happy dogs(22)Convenience for tourists(18)

Staff shoutouts

Paige(9 mentions)Drew(4 mentions)Ashley(3 mentions)Christian(2 mentions)

Worth noting

Unreported injuries/dog fights

“my dog came back with a long, 2-inch cut across her nose. I wasn’t even notified.”

Overcrowding concerns

“The place was also packed with dogs, you could see that they didn’t have much space to move around just because of the sheer number of dogs.”

Odor/Smell(3 mentions)

“The place also smells awful.”

Booking/Policy disputes(2 mentions)

“When I showed up in the morning they said they couldn't watch my dog because he was a few weeks past their neuter cutoff... Now I'm out about $700.”

Owner replies to 5% of reviewsprofessional tone28 repeat customers

Top Rated

4.8 stars from 238+ reviews

This facility has earned a Top Rated badge for maintaining a 4.8-star rating across 238 reviews.

At a Glance

Google rating
4.8/ 5
Review score
4.3/ 5
Amenities8 of 14
Reviews238
Repeat customersNumber of reviews that mention returning or being a regular customer.28

Pricing

Boarding

$79/night

Contact

Visit Website+1 530-542-2336Get directions to 2197 Ruth Ave, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150

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