Ruff House Pet Resort

Ruff House Pet Resort is a dog boarding and daycare facility at 3035 Chicago Ave in Riverside, CA, and it takes small, medium, and large dogs. The setup is built around social time rather than long stretches in a run: dogs are placed in group play, small group socials, or private play depending on what suits them. Overnight space includes private suites, and the indoor areas are climate controlled.

Services and amenities

• Indoor and outdoor play yards
• Swimming pool, play ramps, and tunnels
• Group play, small group socials, and private play
• Grooming and dog training on site
• Live webcam access so owners can check in during the day

What owners tend to notice

Enrichment add-ons cover swim time, lick mats, pupsicles, and dog massage, so a dog who needs a slower pace still has something to do. Staff can give medication and follow special diet instructions, which matters for older dogs or dogs on a prescription food. Daycare runs alongside boarding, so a dog who already knows the yards isn't walking into a strange place on the first overnight stay. The mix of indoor and outdoor space also gives the staff somewhere to move dogs when Riverside heat makes the yards uncomfortable.

Hours, rates, and booking

The resort is open 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM Monday through Friday, and 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM on Saturday and Sunday. Published boarding rates run $70 to $85 per night, depending on the sleeping space. Vaccinations are required before a stay. Reservations are made online at ruffhousepetresort.com, and the phone number is (951) 588-1200 for anything the booking form doesn't cover.