LAK9s

LAK9s is a dog boarding and daycare facility in Los Angeles, based at 8922 Ellis Ave, that also offers training and grooming. The 10,000 sq. ft. building holds large indoor and outdoor play yards, and dogs of every size are accepted, from small to large.

Services and amenities

• Overnight boarding with a private run and raised bed for every dog
• Structured daycare in small, consistent playgroups separated by size and temperament
• Training and grooming, including a deshedding and brush-out add-on
• Special Care Boarding with individual walks and one-on-one attention
• Medication administration for dogs that need it

What sets it apart

The playgroup structure says the most about how this place runs. Groups stay small and consistent, and dogs are sorted by size and temperament rather than turned loose into one shared room. Boarding dogs get their own run, a raised bed to sleep on, and a personal locker for food, leash, and toys.

Special Care Boarding covers dogs who don't belong in a group at all. Those dogs get individual walks and one-on-one time with staff instead of pack play, and staff can administer medication during the stay. Between the private suites and the group yards, there is room for both kinds of dog under one roof.

Practical details

Boarding rates published on the LAK9s website range from $65 to $150 per night. The facility is climate controlled, with outdoor space, indoor play areas, and a pool plus shaded rest spots for hot Los Angeles afternoons. LAK9s is a member of the International Association of Canine Professionals.

Booking is handled online through lak9s.com, and proof of current vaccinations is required before any stay. Owners with questions can call 1-424-272-1269 or email info@lak9s.com.