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Bark Collective

704 W 16th St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

4.8
139 Google reviews
Cage-freeStaff overnightOutdoor yardAccepts puppiesMedication adminGroomingTrainingClimate controlledOvernight potty breaksOnline booking

Overview

Bark Collective is a modern dog boarding and daycare facility in Costa Mesa, CA offering overnight boarding ($100/night), daycare ($45-60/day), grooming, training, and pack walk adventures. The facility features private boarding rooms with memory foam mattresses, climate control, and around-the-clock care, plus a spacious outdoor turf yard for daycare play. They require vaccinations (Rabies, DHPP, Bordetella), spay/neuter for dogs over 8 months, and a negative fecal test within 6 months.

Amenities & Policies

Cage-free
Webcam
Staff overnight
Outdoor yardturf
Pool / water play
Small dog area
Accepts puppies4+ months
Reactive breeds
Medication admin
Grooming
Training
Climate controlled
Overnight potty breaks
Online booking
Spay/neuter required
Temperament test

Required vaccinations: Rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, Giardia screening

Policies & Details

Hours & Billing

Drop-off hours:7am-7pm
Pick-up hours:7am-7pm
Checkout time:12pm
Billing method:Per night

Cancellation & Deposits

Cancellation notice:3 days notice
Cancellation penalty:30% of boarding stay (up to one week) will be charged if canceled within 72 hours of check-in
Deposit required — 50% for training, 25% for board and train
Holiday surcharge — $20 per night, per dog

Care & Play

Group play
Daily updates — Free
Comfort items allowed
Feeding policy:Owner provides food

Requirements

Spay/neuter policy:Required at 8 months

Extras

Multi-dog discount — Second dog $75/night boarding, $25-40/daycare

What Reviews Say

138 reviews analyzed

Bark Collective receives overwhelmingly positive reviews with a 4.8/5 average rating. The facility excels in dog training, particularly for reactive and anxious dogs, with many owners describing transformative results after board-and-train programs. Staff members (especially Jillian, Cassandra, Dan, and AJ) are frequently praised for their genuine love of dogs, excellent communication via daily updates/photos, and the clean, professional facility. A small number of negative reviews (6 out of 138) cite alleged employee conduct during pack walks or communication issues, but owner responses address these concerns professionally. The high repeat customer rate (62+ mentions of returning clients) and multi-year relationships demonstrate strong customer loyalty.

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

People love

Exceptional training results for reactive/anxious dogs(25)Dogs excited to attend - 'pumped' to go inside(18)Daily photo/video updates during stays(22)Facility cleanliness(15)Staff genuinely loves dogs(20)

Staff shoutouts

Jillian(35 mentions)Cassandra(18 mentions)Dan(12 mentions)AJ(8 mentions)Abby(6 mentions)Ashley(3 mentions)Caitlin(2 mentions)Hayden(2 mentions)JennAllison

Worth noting

Employee allegedly yelling at dogs during pack walk

“I have photos of one the employees yelling at the dogs because she couldn't get one of the small dogs not to attack another one”

Customer felt their dog was too rough for facility

“It was later found out that our dog was a bit too rough when it came to play time with other dogs”

Temperament test timing not convenient for early workers

“they do not start temperment tests for 1st time clients until 930am. I do not live in the area. so I am unable to come by outside of being nearby for work”

Owner replies to 100% of reviewsAvg response: 1dprofessional tone62 repeat customers

Top Rated

4.8 stars from 139+ reviews

This facility has earned a Top Rated badge for maintaining a 4.8-star rating across 139 reviews.

At a Glance

Google rating
4.8/ 5
Review score
4.8/ 5
Amenities10 of 14
Reviews139
Repeat customersNumber of reviews that mention returning or being a regular customer.62

Min puppy age

4 months

Pricing

Boarding

$100/night

Daycare

$45–$60/day

Contact

Visit Website+1 949-239-4551Get directions to 704 W 16th St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

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