Now booking summer 2026 · Palisades, DC

Your dog's happiest summer sleepover.

Drop-ins, day care and overnight stays from 2 hours to 2 weeks — right in The Palisades. Walks along the Potomac, shaded backyard naps, and daily photo updates so you never miss a tail wag.

Vaccinated dogs only
Daily photo updates
Drop-off & pickup available
Services & Pricing

Simple, neighborhood-priced care.

Set rates, no surprises. Whether you're heading to brunch or hopping a flight to Europe for two weeks, there's a plan that fits.

Short visit

2 to 4 hours · drop-in or hangout

$25/ visit
  • Up to 2 hours included
  • +$10 per extra hour
  • Walk, water, playtime
  • Photo update

Day care

Full day · approx 8–10 hours

$40/ day
  • Drop off morning
  • Pick up by evening
  • 2 walks + play
  • Photo updates

Long stay

Vacation week or two

$295/ week
  • 7 nights included
  • 2-week stay: $560
  • Best per-night value
  • Priority summer slots

Add-ons & details

All-inclusive food
Premium kibble & treats
+ $8 / day
Owner-provided food
Bring your dog's usual meals
No extra cost
Pickup & return (Palisades)
Door-to-door service
+ $10 each way
Pickup & return (≤ 3 mi)
Foxhall · Spring Valley · Georgetown
+ $20 each way
Good to know

A small, social pack.

Palisades Dog House is a calm neighborhood home — not a kennel. We welcome friendly, well-mannered dogs who feel comfortable around other dogs and people. Every first stay begins with a free meet-and-greet so we can make sure it's the right fit for your pup, our home, and the rest of the pack. Honest answers either way.

Free meet-and-greet before every first stay
Stella, host of Palisades Dog House in Washington DC
The host behind Palisades Dog House

Hi, I'm Stella.

I'm 16, born in Paris and now living in Washington DC. I grew up surrounded by dogs and have cared for many over the years — puppies and seniors, big breeds and tiny ones. Palisades Dog House is my summer home for a small number of dogs at a time, so each one gets real attention. Not a kennel, not a crowded daycare. Just a calm house, a shaded backyard, and someone who genuinely cannot wait to meet them.

Every dog gets long walks along the Potomac, supervised play, and as many belly rubs as they'd like. I send photo and video updates daily so you can travel with peace of mind.

"I treat every dog like it's my own — because while they're with me, they basically are."
Grew up with dogs · lifelong dog person Pet First Aid & CPR aware Local references on request
Location

Right in the heart of The Palisades.

Quiet residential street, minutes from MacArthur Boulevard, the C&O canal towpath, and Palisades Park.

  • The Palisades Washington, DC 20016 · exact address shared on booking
  • Drop-off / pickup hours Daily, 8 AM – 8 PM (flexible by arrangement)
  • Service area Palisades, Foxhall, Spring Valley, Georgetown, Glover Park
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Let's plan your dog's stay.

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