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Barks A Lot Pet Resort

4251 Gattis School Rd, Round Rock, TX 78664

3.7
86 Google reviews
Cage-freeStaff overnightOutdoor yardPool / water playAccepts puppiesMedication adminGroomingClimate controlledOvernight potty breaks

Overview

Barks A Lot Pet Resort is a family-owned pet boarding, daycare, and grooming facility in Round Rock, Texas offering climate-controlled private lodging, two turf play yards with kiddie pools, and 24/7 staff presence. They require a temperament evaluation ($25) and have strict vaccination requirements, with additional fees for intact dogs and pets in heat.

Amenities & Policies

Cage-free
Webcam
Staff overnight
Outdoor yardturf
Pool / water play
Small dog area
Accepts puppies6+ months
Reactive breeds
Medication adminExtra fee
Grooming
Training
Climate controlled
Overnight potty breaks
Online booking
Spay/neuter required
Temperament test

Dog-to-staff ratio: 4:1

Required vaccinations: Rabies, Distemper, Lepto, Parvo, Bordetella, FVRCP

Policies & Details

Hours & Billing

Drop-off hours:7am-6:30pm
Pick-up hours:7am-6:30pm
Checkout time:12pm
Late pick-up fee:$25
Billing method:Per night

Care & Play

Group play
Solo play
Feeding policy:Owner provides food

Requirements

Spay/neuter policy:Separate play for intact
Temperament test fee:$25

Safety & Emergency

Emergency vet protocol:Nearby clinic
Emergency vet cost:Owner
Fire safety system

Extras

Multi-dog discount โ€” $75 for two pets, $85 for three pets, $125 for four pets
Senior dog accommodations
Owner operated

What Reviews Say

86 reviews analyzed

Barks A Lot Pet Resort has a deeply polarized reputation. While many long-term customers praise the staff's genuine love for dogs and the facility's positive environment (dogs are consistently described as excited to visit), there are serious red flags including safety concerns (dogs left unattended 11-12 hours, injury reports), poor communication, and frequent complaints about owner Beverly's defensive and rude demeanor. The owner responds to reviews but takes a combative stance toward negative feedback, which may contribute to the recurring complaints about customer service. Potential clients should weigh the many positive reviews against the significant safety and professionalism concerns.

Dog happiness
4.5
Staff
3.5
Value
3.5
Facility
3.0
Communication
2.5
Drop-off / pickup
2.5
Cleanliness
2.0
Safety
2.0

People love

Dogs love it - excited to go, don't want to leave(25)Staff genuinely cares about dogs(15)Excellent with senior dogs(3)Long-term loyal customers(12)Quality grooming services(8)

Staff shoutouts

Jillian

Worth noting

Dogs left unattended for extended periods (11-12 hours overnight)

โ€œBeverly reassured me they were not left unattended for 12 hours just 11 hours (from close at 6:30pm until open 7am)โ€

Dog returned with injury/bite marks

โ€œWe noticed two distinct bite marks on our golden retriever's paws. Visible puncture wounds; you could see holes on his paws.โ€

No staff present at facility

โ€œI paid extra for my pup boarding on Sunday... NO ONE was on site.. I asked her to please have someone bring my pup outside to me and she said everyone was on lunch... I don't think she like me questioning her because she got very loud and belligerent.โ€

Dog contracted fleas while boarding

โ€œThe very first time my dog boarded with them she came home with fleas, despite that I still sent her back, my mistake.โ€

Unsanitary conditions - dog returned covered in urine

โ€œMy dog also came home to me covered in what I can only assume was her pee.โ€

Dog was scared/lonely during stay with no proof of care

โ€œI think I just got scammed and my dog spent 3 scared and lonely days by herself.โ€

Poor communication - not returning calls, hard to reach(5 mentions)

โ€œI called multiple times in 1 day within business hours... Never got an answer or a call back.โ€

Owner Beverly's rude/unprofessional attitude(10 mentions)

โ€œThe owner has a very short temper, she forgets that as a client we pay for the services.โ€

Hidden fees and unexpected charges(4 mentions)

โ€œThey added a $100+ spa package without consent... I never received a phone call to let us know what was needing to be done.โ€

Dogs returned in poor condition(6 mentions)

โ€œWhen I picked her up she could barely walk.โ€

Lack of transparency - no facility tours, no live feeds(3 mentions)

โ€œThey will NOT let you see their place and where dog will be... no staff has a mask on and the kennels are outside?โ€

Owner replies to 9% of reviewsdefensive tone18 repeat customers

At a Glance

Google rating
3.7/ 5
Review score
2.9/ 5
Amenities9 of 14
Repeat customersNumber of reviews that mention returning or being a regular customer.18

Dog-to-staff ratio

4:1

Min puppy age

6 months

Pricing

Boarding

$50โ€“$125/night

Daycare

$25/day

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