Dog Boarding Services
Dog Boarding in Jacksonville
Dog kennels, pet resorts and day care centers with overnight stays across Jacksonville. Contact them directly to check availability, prices and the vaccinations they require.
Available Facilities
24 premium boarding facilities in Jacksonville
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Dog boarding near Jacksonville
- Atlantic Beach 1
- Neptune Beach 1
- Jacksonville Beach 2
- Ponte Vedra Beach 1
- Yulee 1
- Middleburg 2
- Green Cove Springs 1
- Fernandina Beach 1
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Pro Tips
- Visit local facilities in person before booking
- Book 2-4 weeks in advance for peak seasons
- Prepare vaccination records and instructions
- Pack familiar items for your pet's comfort
Choosing dog boarding in Jacksonville
Dog boarding in Jacksonville ranges from small kennels to pet resorts with play yards, private suites and day care. Visit before you book: a good facility will happily show you where dogs sleep, play and eat, and how it keeps them cool.
Vaccines
Most facilities ask for rabies (required every year in Jacksonville and by Florida law from four months old), DHPP and Bordetella (kennel cough), and many ask for canine influenza. Ask which vaccines a facility requires, and how it separates a dog that starts coughing.
Hurricane season
Jacksonville runs pet-friendly evacuation shelters at several schools and a community center during storms. To get in, you need a photo ID and proof of your pet's current rabies vaccination and city license, so keep copies in your emergency kit. If you plan to board instead, book early, because places fill fast, and ask what the facility does if it floods or loses power.
What to ask
- Where do dogs sleep, and is someone on site overnight?
- How do they keep dogs cool, and is there a generator?
- Is play time in groups or one dog at a time, and how are groups matched?
- Which vet do they use in an emergency?
- Can you bring your dog's own food, bedding or medication?
Busy dates
Facilities fill up for the winter holidays, spring break, summer and the Fourth of July, so book early. Check your dog's license tag and microchip details before its stay, and tell the facility if your dog is scared of fireworks or thunderstorms.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What vaccinations does my dog need for boarding?
Rabies is required every year in Jacksonville, and most facilities ask for DHPP and Bordetella (kennel cough). Many also ask for canine influenza, whose first course is two doses a few weeks apart.
Can I take my dog to a hurricane shelter in Jacksonville?
Yes, to a pet-friendly one. Jacksonville runs pet-friendly evacuation shelters during storms; bring a photo ID and proof of your pet's current rabies vaccination and city license.
How much does dog boarding cost in Jacksonville?
Prices vary with the facility and the type of room, so ask for a quote. Private suites cost more than standard kennels, and many places charge more over holidays.
How far ahead should I book?
For the winter holidays, spring break, summer and the Fourth of July, book several weeks ahead, because popular facilities fill up. During a storm, places fill fast, so arrange a backup early.
Should I visit before booking?
Yes. Ask to see where dogs sleep and play, how they are kept cool and who is on site overnight. Some facilities offer a trial day, which helps nervous dogs settle in.
What should I pack for my dog's stay?
Your dog's usual food, any medication with written instructions, copies of its vaccination and license records, and your vet's contact details. A familiar blanket or toy can help too.