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Tahoe Dog Retreat

1146 Early Dawn Trail, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150

5.0
26 Google reviews
Cage-freeOutdoor yard

Overview

Tahoe Dog Retreat is a small, owner-operated dog boarding and daycare facility in South Lake Tahoe, run by Alicia and Mat. They offer overnight boarding ($95/night), doggy daycare ($70/day), dog walking ($35/session), and Tahoe Adventure Day hikes ($85). The facility emphasizes a home-like, cage-free environment with no kennels, fenced backyard play areas, and personalized adventures in the Lake Tahoe area.

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

Policies & Details

Cancellation & Deposits

Holiday surcharge — Rates apply during high-demand travel periods

Care & Play

Group play
Feeding policy:Owner provides food

Extras

Multi-dog discount — $10 per additional dog for walking; $10/hour after 8 hours for daycare
Owner operated

What Reviews Say

18 reviews analyzed

Tahoe Dog Retreat receives exceptional praise for its personalized, in-home boarding and daycare experience that treats pets like family. Owners Alicia and Mat are consistently highlighted for their frequent photo updates and for taking dogs on genuine outdoor adventures and hikes. The facility is a top choice for vacationers in South Lake Tahoe, with many reviewers noting their dogs are reluctant to leave.

Dog happiness
5.0
Staff
5.0
Safety
5.0
Communication
5.0
Value
5.0
Drop-off / pickup
5.0
Facility
4.8

People love

Adventure Walks & Hiking(10)Photo & Video Updates(11)In-home Environment(6)

Staff shoutouts

Alicia(11 mentions)Mat(7 mentions)
Owner replies to 100% of reviewswarm tone9 repeat customers

Top Rated

5.0 stars from 26+ reviews

This facility has earned a Top Rated badge for maintaining a 5.0-star rating across 26 reviews.

At a Glance

Google rating
5.0/ 5
Review scoreInsufficient topic coverage
Amenities2 of 14
Reviews26
Repeat customersNumber of reviews that mention returning or being a regular customer.9

Pricing

Boarding

$95/night

Daycare

$70–$85/day

Contact

Visit Website+1 530-213-3760Get directions to 1146 Early Dawn Trail, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150

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