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Just For Barks doggy daycare

400 Brooksbank Ave, North Vancouver, BC V7J 3S8

4.9
60 Google reviewsGoogle Verified
Accepts puppiesGrooming

Overview

Just for Barks is a dog daycare and grooming facility located in North Vancouver, BC. They provide a 2100 square foot space for socialization and exercise for dogs of all ages and sizes. The facility operates Monday through Friday and is closed on weekends and statutory holidays.

Amenities & Policies

Cage-free
Webcam
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

What Reviews Say

60 reviews analyzed

Just For Barks is highly regarded by long-term clients for its 'Montessori-style' approach, focusing on socialization, structured play, and behavioral training. While the vast majority of owners praise the staff as 'dog whisperers' who treat pets like family, there are two significant negative reports regarding the use of physical corrections and aversive handling techniques. Overall, it is a community-focused facility with a rigorous vetting process and high marks for grooming and cleanliness.

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

People love

Behavioral Improvement/Training(15)Rigorous Intake Process(6)Grooming Services(7)

Staff shoutouts

Odette(19 mentions)Javier(5 mentions)DeedeeAlon

Worth noting

Allegations of physical mishandling/aggressive correction during walks

“I saw one of your staff... yell and yank very hard a rust coloured poodle/multipoo because it was pulling... I heard the dog yelp.”

Physical correction/hitting during training demonstration

“She approached My dog and hit him in the side with her hand and growled at him a few times. My dog was so scared he was hiding behind me shaking.”

Aggressive training/handling techniques(2 mentions)

“Research has shown that fear and punishment are not effective when training dogs.”

Top Rated

4.9 stars from 60+ reviews

This facility has earned a Top Rated badge for maintaining a 4.9-star rating across 60 reviews.

At a Glance

Google rating
4.9/ 5
Review score
4.6/ 5
Amenities2 of 14
Reviews60
Repeat customersNumber of reviews that mention returning or being a regular customer.14

Pricing

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Contact

Visit Website+1 604-770-3647Get directions to 400 Brooksbank Ave, North Vancouver, BC V7J 3S8

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