The American Veterinary Medical Assn. estimates that...

The American Veterinary Medical Assn. estimates that as many as 6.1 million dogs call California home. But when weekends and holidays roll around, where do their frazzled owners turn for three hots and a cot? Why, the doggy hotel, of course. Now, if only they took children . . .

The Pet Resort, North Hills, (818) 891-4472.

Guest List: TraveLodge-savvy chocolate labs partial to overnight stays. Mature, with extended human family and medical needs; books early and prefers home cooking.

Pooch Pleasures: Small lap pool; whirlpool spa and hydrotherapy; hand feedings; personal bedding and special dietary needs can be accommodated.

Ruff Life: Ultimate VIP treatment includes two feedings per day; two 15-minute outdoor breaks in caged run; two 15-minute play/swim-time sessions; snacks and a bath upon discharge.

The Dish: Dry: Iams, Eukanuba. Canned: Iams, Pedigree.

Room Rates: $17 to $31.50 a day.

Hollywood Hounds, West Hollywood, (323) 650-5551.

Guest List: Discerning wire-haired fox terriers who crave a super-cozy “country inn” setting. Youthful and rambunctious; loves the cage-free lobby atmosphere.

Pooch Pleasures: Wading pool; agility course; doggie videos; in-store grooming and gift boutique; handlers often walk dogs off premises to nearby Mulholland Drive dog park.

Ruff Life: Outdoor gazebo available for “barkmitzvahs,” catered “muttramonials” and doggy birthday parties. “Pawdicures” and make-overs available at extra cost, as are chauffeured Rolls-Royce rides to the dog park for bride and groom.

The Dish: Dry and canned: Pedigree.

Room Rates: $25 a day; limited overnight care based on client interview.

The Kennel Club, Los Angeles near LAX, (310) 338-9166.

Guest List: Westside bouvier des Flandres accustomed to Four Seasons-caliber luxury. Upper crust, demands weekly limousine pickup and daily maid service.

Pooch Pleasures: Large lap pool; outdoor grassy agility course; personalized exercise regimen with treadmill; weight-reduction program; plush pile bedding.

Ruff Life: Luxury suites include decorated theme cottages named “Moondoggy” and “Dalmatian Fire House,” with in-room TV/VCR, raised lounge beds and storybook-spouting handlers who read to canines from “Puppy Comes Home” and “Sailor Dog.”

The Dish: Iams; chicken and steamed rice.

Room Rates: $18 to $55 a day.