Paws Pet Resorts in San Clemente is a 13,000 square foot facility where you can leave your dog while you’re traveling, working, or just need a day off. The place handles overnight boarding, day camp, training, and grooming all under one roof. When I visited with my dog, the scale of it was immediately obvious—there are actual playrooms and an indoor swimming pool, which matters if you have a dog that needs serious exercise or loves water.

The setup here focuses on keeping dogs active and social. They have spacious play areas where dogs interact with each other throughout the day, which works well if your dog does better with company than being alone. The staff is around 24/7, so someone’s watching if you board overnight. That constant supervision means fewer dogs getting stressed or into scuffles, and honestly, it’s the kind of detail that matters when you’re leaving your dog somewhere.

San Clemente itself is close to some solid dog spots. You’ve got the beach nearby—several stretches along the coast allow dogs during certain hours and seasons, which is worth checking before you go. The area also has accessible trails and parks where you can walk your dog before dropping them off or after pickup.

The facility does a decent job of feeling less institutional than some boarding places. The playrooms are roomy, and there’s actual environmental enrichment rather than just kennels and concrete. If your dog struggles with anxiety when you leave, the activity level here helps keep that at bay.

One thing to plan for: you’ll want to call ahead about their current policies, any breed or size restrictions they might have, and pricing for whatever service you’re after. They’ve got their own website with more details, and it’s worth checking their availability for peak seasons since a place this size still fills up.