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Dog Parks, Trainers & Boarding in Palo Alto, CA

10 locations in and around Palo Alto, California — call ahead about vaccination requirements, availability and rates — boarding and daycare fill up around holidays.

Palo Alto has about 67,658 residents, which works out to 15 dog parks, trainers & boarding per 100,000 people. Population: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 estimate.

Dog Parks, Trainers & Boarding in Palo Alto

The most complete and owner-verified listings first — hours, phone, website, services. No pay-to-play.

  1. Mitchell Dog Park

    In Mitchell Park, Palo Alto, CA 94306

    FencedSmall-dog areaWater access
  2. Pets In Need Palo Alto

    3281 E Bayshore Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94303-3213

    Mon-Sun 12:30pm-6pm

  3. Downtown Dogs

    885 Commercial St, Palo Alto, CA 94303

  4. Palo Alto Animal Services

    3281 E Bayshore Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94303

  5. Palo Alto Humane Society Admin Office

    No animals accepted at this office, 4000 Middlefield Rd D1, Palo Alto, CA 94303

  6. Sirius Puppy & Dog Training

    4000 Middlefield Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94303-4760

  7. Mission Cats In-Home Care

    555 Bryant St, Palo Alto, CA 94301

  8. Dps Rescue

    809 San Antonio Rd Ste 8, Palo Alto, CA 94303-4626

  9. Woof! Pet Sitting Service, Llc

    855 El Camino Real Ste 13a-151, Palo Alto, CA 94301-2305

  10. Palmwood Manor

    3396 Park Blvd, Palo Alto, CA 94306-2847

10locations
15per 100,000 residents
8with a phone
8with a website
1publish hours

Of the 10 dog parks, trainers & boarding listed in Palo Alto, 8 give a phone number, 1 publishes opening hours and 8 have a website. The nearest bigger selection is Sunnyvale with 13.

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How many dog parks, trainers & boarding are there in Palo Alto?

We list 10 dog parks, trainers & boarding in Palo Alto with addresses, and 8 of them with a phone number.

What's the surest way to check hours in Palo Alto?

Call ahead — 8 of the 10 dog parks, trainers & boarding here list a number. Hours at independent dog parks, trainers & boarding shift with seasons and staffing, so a phone call beats any listing, including ours.

How to teach a dog to play fetch?

Start by encouraging your dog to chase a favorite toy in a hallway, rewarding them when they return with it, and gradually increasing distance. For open practice spaces, check out the 10 dog parks in Palo Alto, California, where 8 listings offer direct contact details for park management. If your dog struggles with recall or drops toys early, working with a local professional trainer can help overcome training hurdles.

Why is my dog coughing?

A dog's cough can stem from kennel cough, allergies, air irritants, or underlying respiratory conditions. If your dog exhibits a dry, hacking sound, isolate them from public areas like the 10 dog parks in Palo Alto, California and consult a veterinarian. You can contact 8 local pet service providers in Palo Alto directly for guidance on safe local activity spaces.