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Bowen Island Dog Ranch

1302 Adams Rd, Bowen Island, BC V0N 1G0

4.6
81 Google reviews
Cage-freeOutdoor yardPool / water playMedication adminGroomingTrainingClimate controlledOnline booking

Overview

Bowen Island Dog Ranch is a 5-acre forest-based boarding facility on Bowen Island near Vancouver, offering Classic and Enriched boarding, Board & Train programs, and grooming. They provide shuttle service from Vancouver, have climate-controlled rooms, and emphasize a cage-free, off-leash dog community experience. Base rate is $88/night with no deposit required.

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

Policies & Details

Hours & Billing

Drop-off hours:By 1pm
Pick-up hours:Until 4:30pm
Checkout time:4:30pm
Billing method:Per night

Cancellation & Deposits

Cancellation penalty:No cancellation fees
Holiday surcharge — $7/night (peak season)

Care & Play

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

Requirements

Spay/neuter policy:Case-by-case for intact dogs

Extras

Multi-dog discount — 20% off additional dog ($70.40/night)
Owner operated

What Reviews Say

81 reviews analyzed

Bowen Island Dog Ranch is highly regarded as a 'dog paradise,' specifically praised for its expansive forest environment and its transformative 'Board and Train' programs. While the majority of clients report significant behavioral improvements and happy pets, a small number of serious outliers mention concerns regarding medical care and communication during stays. Overall, it is viewed as a premium, high-cost facility with a dedicated and professional training staff.

Cleanliness
5.0
Facility
4.9
Dog happiness
4.8
Staff
4.7
Drop-off / pickup
4.5
Value
4.2
Communication
3.8
Safety
3.5

People love

Board and Train Success(12)Natural Environment(10)Grooming Quality(4)

Staff shoutouts

Carey(11 mentions)Karen(5 mentions)Mallory(4 mentions)Sean(2 mentions)Rae

Worth noting

Medical and Medication Negligence

“Failed to medicate properly (didn't give prescribed medications; delivered other medication against vet's instructions).”

Safety/Containment Failure

“Apparently my dogs broke through some gates n attacked another dog after 24 hours with them.”

Health issues post-stay

“My dog lost a lot of weight??? Scar on nose?? Kennel Cough... I have been to Ambleside Vet hospital... $400+ later”

Lack of updates/Communication(3 mentions)

“don't expect an update on your dog... they post maybe once a day, but I rarely see my dog in the pictures.”

High Pricing(3 mentions)

“I found it quite expensive but The facility and activities here are great.”

Incompatibility/Refusal of service(2 mentions)

“Upon inquiring about availability I was told my dog was not welcome there, which was a shock to me.”

Top Rated

4.6 stars from 81+ reviews

This facility has earned a Top Rated badge for maintaining a 4.6-star rating across 81 reviews.

At a Glance

Google rating
4.6/ 5
Review score
4.4/ 5
Amenities8 of 14
Reviews81
Repeat customersNumber of reviews that mention returning or being a regular customer.14

Pricing

Boarding

$88/night

Contact

Visit Website+1 604-947-6965Get directions to 1302 Adams Rd, Bowen Island, BC V0N 1G0

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