Pet Boarding in Dubai for Christmas: 10 Places to Book Early
Guide · Published 19 October 2026
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Many Dubai pet owners travel over Christmas and New Year, so boarding places can fill up while owners are away. This guide lists ten Dubai boarding options for dogs and, where stated, cats and other pets, in the order ranked by our method. For each one we set out what the business states about booking, assessments, facilities, hours and prices. Many boarding places ask for an assessment or registration before a first stay, which takes time, so it makes sense to start early. Deposit and cancellation terms are not covered here, so ask about them directly before you confirm your dates.
1. Dog House
Dog House is in Al Quoz and offers dog boarding overnight or for extended periods. It states a 1:10 staff-to-dog ratio and trained staff on site 24/7. Dogs must be registered under Dubai Municipality and have the required vaccinations. Opening hours are Monday to Saturday 7 AM to 7:30 PM and Sunday 9 AM to 6 PM. You can call or send a message through the contact form.
| How to book | Call or send message through contact form |
| Facilities | 1:10 staff-to-dog ratio with constant supervision |
- Address: Al Quoz, Dubai
- Hours: Monday to Saturday: 7 AM to 7:30 PM, Sunday: 9 AM to 6 PM; Monday to Saturday 7 AM to 7:30 PM, Sunday 9 AM to 6 PM
- Phone: 04 342 6333 (from Google)
- Website: dog-house.ae
2. My Buddy Pet Care
My Buddy Pet Care has two branches, in Dubai Investments Park and Ras Al Khor. It offers overnight dog boarding with private suites where dogs sleep and eat, plus family suites at the DIP branch. Playtime runs from 8am to 5pm in size-matched groups, with photo and video updates sent via WhatsApp. Transport and pet taxi services are offered. You can book online or contact the business first.
| How to book | Book online or message |
| Facilities | Temperature-controlled, chlorine-free swimming pool |
| Capacity | 1 handler for every 6 to 10 dogs |
- Address: Dubai Investments Park, Ras Al Khor (two branches)
- Hours: 8am to 5pm
- Phone: 04 332 8268 (from Google)
- Website: mybuddypetcare.ae
3. Urban Tails Pet Resort
Urban Tails Pet Resort in DIP 2 boards both dogs and cats. Dogs must be registered in advance, and booking starts with an assessment form, after which the team gets in touch. It lists five indoor air-conditioned play areas, two shaded gardens and an indoor and outdoor pool. Check-in is from 7am on the day of arrival and check-out is before midday on the day of departure.
| How to book | Dogs must be registered in advance |
| Facilities | Daily video and photo updates provided on social media |
- Address: DIP 2, Dubai
- Hours: Check-in from 7am on day of arrival, check-out before midday on day of departure
- Phone: 04 884 8847 (from Google)
- Website: urbantailsdubai.com
More about Urban Tails Pet Resort
4. Pet Station Kennels & Cattery
Pet Station Kennels & Cattery has locations in Al Quoz 3 and DAMAC Hills. Cat boarding in the standard cattery starts from AED75.75 per night. It also boards small birds, parrots, reptiles, hamsters and guinea pigs. Its limited capacity policy requires assessments before boarding. You can check rooms, book and pay online, or call 04-321-4430. Facility visits run from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm.
| How to book | Check available rooms, make booking and pay online or call 04-321-4430 |
| Facilities | CCTV monitored rooms with 7 days records |
| Starting price | Starting from 75.75 in a standard cattery |
| Starting price | AED 75.75 per night |
| Capacity | Limited capacity policy requiring assessments before providing boarding services |
- Address: Al Quoz 3 and DAMAC Hills locations
- Hours: 11:00 am to 5:00 pm for visits; 11:00 am to 5:00 pm for facility visits
- Phone: 04-321-4430
- Website: petstationgroup.com
More about Pet Station Kennels & Cattery
5. Pawsome Friends
Pawsome Friends is in Jumeirah Lakes Towers and offers dog boarding for overnight stays and extended vacations. A free half daycare assessment is available for dogs. It states on-site staff 24/7, including qualified canine first aiders, and a limited number of dogs in the facility at any given time. JLT clients get free pickup and drop-off. Contact is +971 50 867 8077 or Info@pawsomefriends.ae.
| How to book | Free half daycare assessment available for dogs |
| Facilities | Spacious, safe and comfortable living spaces for all pets |
| Capacity | Limited number of dogs in facility at any given time |
- Address: Jumeirah Lakes Towers, Dubai
- Hours: Mon–Sat 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Sun 8:30 AM – 7:00 PM (from Google)
- Phone: +971 50 867 8077
- Website: pawsomefriends.ae
6. Happy Walk Pet Care
Happy Walk Pet Care lists addresses in Jumeirah Village Triangle, District 02, and Jumeira Village Circle, District 15. It offers pet boarding as well as in-home overnight pet sitting. It lists its hours as 24/7, and custom packages are available on request. Booking is by call or email, on +971 505 660 578 or happywalkpetcare@gmail.com.
| How to book | Simple booking via call or email |
- Address: Jumeirah Village Triangle, District 02, Dubai, UAE
- Hours: 24/7 Hours
- Phone: +971505660578
- Website: happywalkpetcare.com
More about Happy Walk Pet Care
7. Woof Pets Services
Woof Pets Services in Al Quoz offers dog boarding with supervised exercise, play and rest breaks. It lists 50,000 sq ft of indoor and outdoor play zones. Dogs are temperament-assessed and grouped by size and play style. It states specialised care covering medications, dietary needs, senior care and specific routines. Transportation is available on request, and you contact the business for booking details.
| How to book | Contact for booking details |
| Facilities | 50,000 sq ft of indoor and outdoor play zones at WOOF - Al Quoz |
- Address: Al Quoz, Dubai
- Hours: Mon–Sat 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Sun 12:00 – 5:00 PM (from Google)
- Phone: 04 338 5488 (from Google)
- Website: woofdubai.ae
8. Petzania - The Retreat
Petzania - The Retreat offers dog boarding at 110 AED per night. It offers private rooms with camera access for owners. Hours are 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM on weekdays and 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM at weekends. Transportation is available on request, and for daycare you contact the business to schedule a pickup or drop-off.
| How to book | Contact the business to schedule pickup or drop-off for transportation services |
| Facilities | Boarding rooms with camera access |
| Starting price | 110 AED per night |
- Address: Dubai Investment Park - 2 - DIRC Complex, W3-I1 - مجمع دبي للاستثمار الثاني - دبي (from Google)
- Hours: Weekdays 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, Weekends 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
- Phone: 058 828 3227 (from Google)
- Website: petzaniauae.com
More about Petzania - The Retreat
9. Doggy Doggy Home - Dubai
Doggy Doggy Home is at WH1 & 2, 48th Street, DIP2, and offers cage-free dog boarding with 24/7 supervision. A complimentary shower and blow-dry is included. Opening hours are Monday to Saturday 07:00 AM to 07:00 PM and Sunday 11:00 AM to 06:00 PM. Contact is +971 52 564 2417 or info@doggydoggyhome.com.
| Facilities | Cage-free, social space where dogs play, sleep, and have fun together |
- Address: WH1 & 2, 48th Street, DIP2, Dubai, UAE
- Hours: Mon-Sat 07:00 AM - 07:00 PM, Sun 11:00 AM - 06:00 PM
- Phone: +971 52 564 2417
- Website: doggydoggyhome.com
More about Doggy Doggy Home - Dubai
10. SPOT!
SPOT! is at 14 4 Street, Al Quoz 4, and offers dog daycare and sleepovers. At its Pet Hotel, dogs exercise, play and sleep in supervised off-leash comfort, with attendants available 24/7. Late pick-ups and drop-offs at any hour are by appointment. Contact is +971(4) 347-60 20 or hello@spot-global.com.
| How to book | By appointment for 24/7 late pick-ups and drop-offs |
| Facilities | 24/7 attendants available |
- Address: 14 4 Street, Al Quoz 4, Dubai, UAE
- Hours: Mon–Fri 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Sat 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM; Sun 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM (from Google)
- Phone: +971(4) 347-60 20
- Website: spot-global.com
Frequently asked questions
How early should I book pet boarding in Dubai for Christmas?
It is sensible to book as soon as your travel dates are set, especially where a first stay needs an assessment or registration. Urban Tails Pet Resort, for example, requires dogs to be registered in advance.
Do Dubai boarding places ask for a deposit?
Deposit terms are not covered in the details listed here, so ask each place when you book. Pet Station Kennels & Cattery lets you make a booking and pay online.
Which of these places board cats?
Urban Tails Pet Resort offers cat boarding. Pet Station Kennels & Cattery offers cat boarding in a separate cattery with 24-hour camera access options for certain rooms.
What might a boarding place need before a first stay?
Dog House requires dogs to be registered under Dubai Municipality and have the required vaccinations. Pawsome Friends offers a free half daycare assessment for dogs.
How we chose these businesses
We ranked every business in our pet boarding listings that publishes the relevant details on its own website. The ranking combines the business's Google rating, adjusted for how many reviews it has, how many of the facts this guide needs the business publishes, and how recently we checked them. Every price and detail listed here comes from the business's own website. We don't review or rate businesses ourselves, and no business paid to be included. Prices and menus change, so confirm with the business before you go or book. How we rank · Report a correction
Facts last checked against each business's website on 16 October 2026.