Wheatland County facilities
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Barks and Recreation Kennel

253055 Township Rd 220, Wheatland County, AB T0J 0M0

5.0
25 Google reviews
Outdoor yardOnline booking

Overview

Barks and Recreation is a dog boarding and daycare facility located on a 5-acre property along the Bow River near Carseland, Alberta, approximately 60km from Calgary. With over 25 years of experience, they offer overnight kenneling at $60/night and daycare at $25/day, with a 20-dog maximum capacity. The facility features secure penned play areas, fenced enclosures, and individual walks, with dogs kennelled safely at night.

Amenities & Policies

Cage-free
Webcam
Staff overnight
Outdoor yardreal grass
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

Max capacity: 20 dogs

Policies & Details

Cancellation & Deposits

Cancellation penalty:50% non-refundable deposit
Deposit required — 50% of total

Care & Play

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

Extras

Multi-dog discount — $20 per additional family dog
Owner operated

What Reviews Say

25 reviews analyzed

Barks and Recreation Kennel receives exceptionally high praise, particularly for its ability to handle anxious, reactive, or high-energy dogs that other facilities may struggle with. Customers frequently highlight the 'exhausted but happy' state of their pets post-visit and express deep trust in the owner, Sue, and her attentive staff. The facility is noted for its large outdoor spaces and 24/7 onsite supervision, making it a top-tier choice for local pet owners.

Dog happiness
5.0
Staff
5.0
Safety
5.0
Value
5.0
Facility
4.9
Communication
4.8
Cleanliness
4.5

People love

Exhausted/Happy Dogs(7)Anxious/Reactive Dog Care(4)Outdoor Play/Exercise(4)

Staff shoutouts

Sue(12 mentions)Brandy

Top Rated

5.0 stars from 25+ reviews

This facility has earned a Top Rated badge for maintaining a 5.0-star rating across 25 reviews.

At a Glance

Google rating
5.0/ 5
Review scoreInsufficient topic coverage
Amenities2 of 14
Reviews25
Repeat customersNumber of reviews that mention returning or being a regular customer.6

Max capacity

20 dogs

Pricing

Boarding

$60/night

Daycare

$25/day

Contact

Visit Website+1 403-397-8597Get directions to 253055 Township Rd 220, Wheatland County, AB T0J 0M0

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