Pet Boarding in Phoenix, AZ

Pet boarding, daycare and sitting in Phoenix

We list 35 boarding and daycare options in Phoenix, from pet resorts and kennels to daycare franchises like Dogtopia and Camp Bow Wow, cat boarding and in-home pet sitters. You'll find them across North Phoenix, Paradise Valley, Ahwatukee, Deer Valley and central Phoenix.

Heat is the big question in Phoenix. Ask where dogs play from May through September. Is the play area indoors and air-conditioned? Does outdoor time happen only early in the morning? Is turf or concrete shaded or cooled? A good facility will have a clear heat policy and tell you exactly when dogs come inside.

Expect to show proof of rabies, DHPP and Bordetella vaccines, and many places ask for a trial day before overnight stays. Tour the facility if you can, ask whether staff are on site overnight, and check how they handle medication, special diets and dogs who'd rather not join group play. Snowbird season and the holidays fill up fast here, so book early for December and spring break.

Bring your pet's usual food to avoid stomach upsets, along with any medication and written instructions, plus your vet's phone number and an emergency contact. If your dog is a senior, a brachycephalic breed like a bulldog or pug, or struggles with heat, tell the staff up front and ask how they'll keep your dog cool and calm during the stay.

For cats or anxious dogs, an in-home sitter often works better than a kennel. Our best dog boarding in Phoenix guide compares options, and kennel vs cage-free boarding explains the trade-offs.