Unique Dog Daycare South Lake Tahoe

Yes, we are open -365 days a year! 

Tahoe Best Friends features all day fun from 7am – 7pm with 4,000 sq feet of indoor & outdoor areas. Your dog can play all day long, or relax with our loving staff.

Tahoe Best Friends allows your dog the to choose their activities with free flowing connecting play areas and open doors to the outside yards to come and go as they please under our caring eyes. Of course, we want the little ones to feel right at home with their own areas to play and relax as well.

The Benefits of Tahoe Best Friends

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Just Like Home

We have dogs of all ages from puppies to our loved seniors. Some enjoy non stop action and others prefer the Chill 'in atmosphere of Our Unique Cabin style living room with beds, chairs, TV and even a fireplace.

We Offer Very Affordable Rates


Simple Pricing – All Inclusive
** Holiday Rates for President's Day/"Ski Week," Memorial Day Weekend, 4th of July, Thanksgiving, and Christmas/New Years will apply.

Our reservations tend to fill up fast around these holidays, so please contact us ASAP to reserve a spot for your furry friend!

Call for Local Resident Rates for both daycare or overnight boarding (530) 542-2336.

Not sure if your best friend would enjoy the Tahoe Best Friend’s experience? Call us to chat, we help socialize dogs if they are shy, build their confidence and give a 1 hour free evaluation to try our services.

We are the only boarding facility with 24 hour staffing in South Lake Tahoe.

Doggie daycare is available from 7am – 7pm

Overnight visitors can be dropped off from 7am – 7pm*.

*After hours drop off might be available but prior arrangement is necessary. We may be able to make special arrangements at least 48 hours prior for a surcharge.

Please note that your dog must be dog-friendly and can safely interact with other dogs. Dogs should be neutered/spayed (call for puppy policy). If unsure about your dog, please call for a free evaluation (appointment required).

Conveniently located near the “Y” – moments from hiking, skiing, golfing and Casinos.

2197 Ruth Ave (near 3rd Street) South Lake Tahoe 96150

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Please note: We make every effort to play with and comfort dogs who might have separation anxiety. We have 24/7 staff and supervision. We do have residential neighbors to consider and we/they know that dogs will bark at times…just not constantly. If your dog barks excessively, we may need to contact you to make alternate arrangements. Thanks for your understanding.