Pet Camp Blog

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Client Care Supervisor

August 13, 2019

Pet Camp is looking for an extraordinary pet and “pet parent” pro to join our front desk Client Care team! Pet Camp is San Francisco’s ORIGINAL and most honored pet lodging facility, proudly serving the dogs and cats of the Bay Area for over20 years! Our Client Care counselors are responsible for upholding our solid…

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Pet Camp Groundskeeper

August 13, 2019

Pet Camp, San Francisco’s most award-winning dog, and cat lodging facility, is looking to hire a facilities cleaner, otherwise known as “Camp Groundskeeper.” This position is responsible for the daily upkeep of the pet enclosures, the outdoor and indoor play areas, and the general building. The position requires full availability during the week from 9…

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It’s a Dog, Not an iPhone

August 13, 2019

Quick disclaimer – I’ve never had an iPhone so this entire blog is based on conjecture and observation. Anyway, I’m told the great thing about an iPhone, and other Apple products, is that you take them out of the box, turn them on and like magic, they are ready to go!  They’ve got your favorite…

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Quit the Gym – Get a Dog!

August 6, 2019

We’re supposed to get about two and a half hours of moderate to vigorous physical activity a week. Sure, some folks set an alarm clock and hustle off to the gym but according to research at the University of Liverpool’s Institute of Veterinary Science there’s a much better way to get those required steps: get…

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Why ALL Dogs Should Get the Dog Flu Vaccination

August 1, 2019

There’s a saying I’ve heard over the years: “You are not obligated to complete the work of perfecting the world, but you are not free to desist from trying to do so,” or an other way to express the same sentiment, “You are not required to complete the task, yet you are not free to…

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Sharing is Caring

July 29, 2019

I was recently set to be a witness in a civil case between two consultants in the pet care industry. I spent a number of hours preparing with one of the lawyers and went as far as purchasing airplane tickets and making hotel reservations. The case settled on what I think was the proverbial courthouse…

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Honors, Awards, & Press

Check out all of Pet Camp's achievements:

2020-2024 Winner of Nextdoor Neighbor Award

2022 - All Pet Camp managers and supervisors at the Main Campground are CERTIFIED Fear Free Professionals

Fear Free Certified Professional

2019 Certificate of Recognition – Meadow Opening | San Francisco Assemblyman David Chiu

David Chiu Certificate

2019 Certificate of Honor – Meadow Opening | San Francisco Mayor London Breed

London Breed Certificate

2019 Certificate of Honor – Meadow Opening | San Francisco Supervisor Shamann Walton

2019 Certificate of Honor – Meadow Opening | San Francisco Supervisor Shamann Walton

Check Out Virginia’s Take on Health Care for Small Businesses

The White House Blog

2013 Talking with… The proprietor of a camp for cats and dogs

J Weekly

2012 Best of Pet Boarding Facility

SF Gate.com

2011 Best of Pet Boarding Facility

SF Gate.com

2011 Best of the Bay Editors Picks

San Francisco Bay Guardian

2010 Best Pet Boarding Facility

SFGate.com

2008 Best Pet Boarding Facility

SFGate.com

2008 Best of Bay Winner

San Francisco Magazine

2007 Check Out Pet Camp as Featured on the Today Show

Today.com

today.com Ebbies 2007 Award Winner, Small Business Category

San Francisco Chamber of Commerce Excellence in Business Awards

Give Something Back Award

Cal Insurance and Associates $1,000 Award donated on Pet Camp’s behalf to San Francisco Little League and San Francisco Viking Micro-Soccer

Best of San Francisco 2007

7×7 Magazine Most Spacious Doggy Drop-Off

Small Business Award 2007

San Francisco Bay Guardian Community Activist Award

Certificate of Honor 2006

Mayor Gavin Newsom, City and County of San Francisco

Most Innovative Entrepreneur 2006

Small Business Commission

1st Green Award (Retailer of the Year)

Pet Product News 2006

Small Business of the Year 2005

Small Business Network of San Francisco

Most Improved Commercial Recycler of 2004

Building Owners and Managers Association

Best of the Bay 2001

San Francisco Bay Guardian

Best of San Francisco 1999

SF Weekly