Be Our Guest: Enjoy a Free First Night!
*New clients only. Minimum 2-night stay. Valid for 1 month from social evaluation.
Canine Retreat — where your dog plays hard, sleeps well, and comes home happy.
🌙 Overnight Staff
After a full day of socialization, our loving attendants put out blankets and beds and help each dog find their favorite spot to curl up for a restful night’s sleep. Our staff then settles in right alongside them — so whether you’re across town or across the world, your dog is never alone.
🐾 Fully Integrated Daycare
Your dog’s boarding stay includes full access to our structured daycare program — spending their days socializing, exercising, and playing with friends in our expansive indoor parks. They go to bed naturally tired and perfectly content.
📹 Live Webcams
Pet parents love checking in on their dogs throughout the day on our live webcams. Log on and see the dogs for yourself — happy, active, and in great hands.
🏠 Cage-Free by Design
Dogs here don’t get put into cages. They roam, play, and settle in wherever they feel most comfortable.
🤝 Curated Pack Harmony
Our staff carefully manages playgroups to maintain balanced, positive energy throughout the day. Every guest completes a social evaluation before their first stay — so your dog always plays alongside friendly, well-adjusted peers.
15+ Years of Proven Reliability
For over 15 years, Canine Retreat has been the trusted choice for dog boarding across the Palos Verdes Peninsula (Palos Verdes Estates, Rancho Palos Verdes, Rolling Hills, and Rolling Hills Estates), Torrance, San Pedro, Lomita, and Redondo Beach.
To ensure a safe and harmonious pet boarding environment for all of our guests, all dogs must meet the following requirements:
Guest Requirements
Temperament — Well-adjusted with no signs of aggression toward other dogs or people
Age & Size — At least 4 months old and at least 7 pounds
Spay / Neuter — Spayed or neutered by 7 months of age
Flea Prevention — On regular monthly flea protection
Vaccinations — Current on Rabies, Distemper/Parvo, Bordetella, and Canine Influenza (first dose must be completed before attending)
New Rescues — Must be home with new owner and illness-free for at least 2 weeks before their first stay
Ready to get started? Visit our Try a Free Night page to begin the registration process.
What You’ll Need to Know
- ›Check-In: Between opening and 12pm. This helps ensure the dogs have time to acclimate and socialize properly.
- ›Check-Out: By 12:00 PM on your day of departure. Late check-outs are available for a half-day daycare fee — pick up anytime before closing.
- ›Departure Bath: Schedule a bath and return to a fresh, clean pet. As a courtesy, your boarding check-out extends to 3:00 PM at no charge.
- ›Feeding: We recommend bringing your dog’s regular diet from home. All meals must be individually bagged and portioned per feeding — our staff will label and organize their feeding schedule upon arrival. Alternatively, house food (Fromm Classic Adult or Puppy) is available at $2/cup.
- ›Meal Service: Breakfast and dinner are included with boarding. Lunch service is free for puppies under 1 year, and available for adult dogs at $5.
Your Dog’s Retreat Awaits
Call us at 310-530-0800 or click below to get your pet’s complimentary first night.