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Audrey's Barkyard

3129 Heritage Trade Dr, Wake Forest, NC 27587

4.7
314 Google reviews
Live webcamOutdoor yardSmall dog areaAccepts puppiesMedication adminGroomingTraining

Overview

Audrey's Barkyard is a family-owned pet care facility in Wake Forest, NC operated by Mandy and Josh Donahue since 2007. They offer dog boarding ($63/night), daycare ($37/day), grooming, cat boarding, and professional dog training including board-and-train programs. The facility features live webcams, outdoor play areas, separates dogs by size/temperament, and provides add-on services like walks, one-on-one time, and puzzle games.

Amenities & Policies

Cage-free
WebcamLive stream
Staff overnight
Outdoor yard
Pool / water play
Small dog area
Accepts puppies
Reactive breeds
Medication admin
Grooming
Training
Climate controlled
Overnight potty breaks
Online booking
Spay/neuter required
Temperament test

Required vaccinations: Rabies, Distemper, Bordetella, Clean fecal test (every 6 months)

Policies & Details

Hours & Billing

Drop-off hours:6:50am-9am
Pick-up hours:5:15pm-7pm
Checkout time:1pm
Late pick-up fee:$20 partial daycare charge after 1pm
Billing method:Per night

Cancellation & Deposits

Deposit required โ€” $100 for holiday bookings
Holiday surcharge โ€” $100 holiday deposit required (refundable up to 2 weeks before)

Care & Play

Group play
Solo play
Comfort items allowed
Feeding policy:Owner provides food or house food available for $5/day

Requirements

Spay/neuter policy:Separate play for intact - unneutered males cannot participate in group play

Safety & Emergency

Emergency vet protocol:On call
Emergency vet cost:Owner

Extras

Multi-dog discount โ€” 20% discount on additional dogs sharing a suite
Senior dog accommodations
Owner operated

What Reviews Say

298 reviews analyzed

Audrey's Barkyard is overwhelmingly loved by clients, with 95%+ 5-star reviews praising the exceptional training program (especially Mark and Doran), friendly staff, and quality grooming services. The owners Mandy and Josh are highly engaged and responsive. However, there are notable red flags including multiple safety incidents with dog-on-dog injuries (4+ cases), dogs contracting illnesses at the facility (kennel cough, infections), and some grooming injuries. These issues are relatively rare given the high volume but represent serious concerns that some clients have experienced. The facility excels in communication (webcams, updates) and clearly treats many dogs like family, but prospective clients should be aware of the inherent risks of group play settings.

Dog happiness
4.9
Staff
4.9
Cleanliness
4.8
Facility
4.7
Communication
4.7
Drop-off / pickup
4.6
Value
4.5
Safety
3.8

People love

Exceptional training program (Mark, Doran)(25)Friendly, caring staff(180)Dogs love going there/happy dogs(120)Excellent grooming services(65)Clean, quality facility(45)Great communication/webcams(40)Owners genuinely care about animals(35)

Staff shoutouts

Mark(28 mentions)Mandy(45 mentions)Josh(35 mentions)Doran(18 mentions)Jordyn(12 mentions)Madison(8 mentions)Emelis(6 mentions)Sarah(8 mentions)Leann(5 mentions)Jess(3 mentions)

Worth noting

Dog attacked/injured by another dog during daycare/boarding

โ€œOct. 7, 2022 my son called me to tell me our dear dog had been attacked by a Pit Bull breed 'type' within a 2 hour time span of being dropped off.โ€

Dog returned injured (sores, wounds, hot spots)

โ€œI dropped my dog off with no injuries and received him back with injuries to his legs.โ€

Dogs contracting illness at facility (kennel cough, respiratory infections, bacterial infections)

โ€œBoth are coughing, vomiting, and now prescribed a trio of medication.โ€

Dog death during or after stay

โ€œMy dog was vibrant and healthy when he was dropped off and I picked him up in poor health in which he died two days later.โ€

Grooming injuries (cuts, razor burn, incomplete grooming)

โ€œMy golden doodle has been cut by groomers and no one told us. This has happened a few times in a year.โ€

Dogs getting sick after boarding (illness, kennel cough, infections)(8 mentions)

โ€œBoth are coughing, vomiting, and now prescribed a trio of medication.โ€

Lack of communication about injuries/illnesses during stay(5 mentions)

โ€œThey had failed to tell us he had gotten sick that day. They waited until we picked him up.โ€

Grooming quality issues (uneven cuts, incomplete jobs)(3 mentions)

โ€œThe groomer did not finish the job. I had to return the dog to have another groomer finish him.โ€

Safety concerns with dog interactions(4 mentions)

โ€œOur dog was attacked by another dog during playtime.โ€

Owner replies to 100% of reviewsAvg response: 1dprofessional tone145 repeat customers

Top Rated

4.7 stars from 314+ reviews

This facility has earned a Top Rated badge for maintaining a 4.7-star rating across 314 reviews.

At a Glance

Google rating
4.7/ 5
Review score
4.6/ 5
Amenities7 of 14
Reviews314
Repeat customersNumber of reviews that mention returning or being a regular customer.145

Pricing

Boarding

$63/night

Daycare

$37/day

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