Welcome to Camp Fernando.

Illustration of a happy dog with a red bandana playing with a ball on a grassy field, surrounded by pine trees, with the text "Camp Fernando Doggy Sleepaway Camp" above and below.

My love of dogs has led me to providing doggy daycare and boarding services for over 6 years in Oxnard, CA. 1,000+ total bookings, 200+ clients, and so many well-loved dogs later, I’m still having the time of my life.

My Approach

Personalized attention and affection

I’m a lifelong dog lover who firmly believes each and every dog that stays with me should have the specialized attention and affection they deserve.

Making your plans paw-sible

Whether you’re heading out of town for a much-needed vacation, want someone to take care of your beloved dog during the workday, or have an unexpected emergency, I’m always here to help.

Camp is fun

Adorable pictures, playing with other dogs and by themselves, being outside, and resting in a warm lap are just some of the fun we’ll have together.

Three dogs playing in a backyard with some greenery in the background.

  • 4 out of 4 Paws Approve

    Check out my reviews

  • 6+ Years of Dog Boarding Experience

    Doggy daycare, overnights, and more

  • Any Length of Time

    From a day visit to a month

Reviews

  • "Fernando and his wife were amazing. We left our dog with them for a month and they sent us daily pics and kept us informed on how he was doing during our entire trip. We would use them or refer them to anyone looking to board their dog without hesitation. Thank you Fernando!"

    Jose E.

  • "We were very comfortable leaving our dogs with Fernando. We got regular updates, pictures and it was great. Fernando was easy to work with. Highly recommend."

    Rhonda E.

  • "My dogs love going to Fernando's!"

    Anna K.

  • "Left our Brownee with Fernando and couldn't be happier. He stayed in constant contact with is and Brownee enjoyed his time with Fernando and his dogs as well. Will definitely use again if we have to go out of town. Thank you for taking care of our Brownee!"

    Pratima M.

  • "Fernando is excellent and Zuri had a blast. Thanks so much for the pics and videos."

    Rita B.

Four dogs playing in a backyard with a grassy area and concrete path, under a clear blue sky.
A brown dog running in a backyard on a sunny day, with two other dogs in the background.
Two dogs playing in a garden with green grass and stone path, surrounded by a brick wall and trees in the background.
Two Doberman dogs sitting on a patterned rug near a bed.
Four dogs sitting on a concrete patio in front of an open door; breeds include a Golden Retriever, Chocolate Labrador, shaggy mixed-breed, and a black and tan mixed-breed.
A smiling black Labrador Retriever standing on a concrete surface.
Three small dogs on a bed with blankets; one is wearing a sweater.
Three small dogs on a bed, with two of them nestled in cozy blankets and the third sitting behind them.
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What Clients are Saying

"Fernando was great with Stella! We were gone for a long time period over a holiday and he took very good care of her. We felt very confident in his experience with multiple breeds and in navigating Stella's socialization with other dogs. He sent us tons of pictures each day so we knew she was happy and safe, he was very responsive and we will definitely reach out to him again!"

Michelle H., Stella’s Parent

"Fernando's place is always a fun time for my wild husky-lab. This time we also left my senior chihuahua and I could tell she had a great time. Fernando treated them awesome with plenty of treats. My senior dog got plenty of pets and cuddles from Fernando. Typically she won't eat when I'm away but not this time. Fernando was able to feed her and kept her comfortable. My husky-lab had the time of her life playing with the other dogs. I could tell from the pictures Fernando sent that she was having a great time! Thank you so much Fernando!"

Erika C., Happy Pet Parent

Get in Touch!

Schedule a free 1:1 introductory session or meet and greet with me to discuss your dogs needs.

Brown dog resting on a person's lap, sitting on a chair.

FAQ

Four dogs sitting indoors on a patterned rug next to a water dispenser.

  • First things first, don’t hesitate to ask questions! We'll start with a free consultation and meet-and-greet to determine your and your dogs’ needs.

  • Pricing is based on the length of stay. I promise fair rates and will always put you and your dogs’ needs first.

  • You can expect a loving temporary home for your dog, all the pictures and videos of your happy pet that you can handle, and a passionate, quick-to-respond dog-loving person who’s available at all times.

Contact us.

Have a question? Don’t hesitate to ask! I’ll get back to you as soon as possible, usually within a few minutes.