Tale of the Dog Boarding & Daycare

Tale of the Dog Boarding & Daycare is a kennel-free facility in Poway, CA, offering overnight dog boarding and dog daycare seven days a week. Dogs spend the day outside in a 7,000 sq. ft. yard laid out with pet turf and a sand lot, not in runs or crates.

What a day there looks like

Play is supervised all day, and dogs are grouped by temperament, so playmates are matched rather than thrown together. The yard has pools and water toys for hot afternoons, plus platforms and ramps for dogs who like to climb. The indoor space is climate-controlled, which gives dogs somewhere cool to nap between rounds of play. The kennel-free setup suits dogs who are comfortable in a group more than dogs who need to be kept apart from other dogs.

What's included

• Kennel-free overnight boarding with two daily meals and a raised bed with blankets
• Daycare with supervised, temperament-matched play groups
• A 7,000 sq. ft. outdoor yard with pet turf and a sand lot
• Grooming services: baths, nail trims, and ear cleaning
• Medication administration for dogs on a schedule

Rates, hours, and booking

Published boarding rates run $70 to $75 per night, based on the facility's own posted pricing. The doors are open 6:45 AM to 6:00 PM every day, Monday through Sunday, for drop-off and pick-up, so weekend travel is not a problem. The facility sits at 12818 Beeler Creek Trail in Poway. Owners can call 858-883-3099 or email taleofthedogdaycare@gmail.com to check availability and ask about a spot for their dog.