The Barkery on Science Ridge
25689 Science Ridge Rd, Sterling, IL 61081
Overview
The Barkery on Science Ridge is a dog boarding and daycare facility in Sterling, Illinois offering overnight boarding in themed luxury suites and Daycare 2.0. The climate-controlled facility features heated floors, central air, top-rated air filtration, and a 50' x 56' indoor play area called The Bark Room with rubber flooring and agility equipment. The facility opened in September 2022 and celebrated its two-year anniversary in September 2024.
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What Reviews Say
31 reviews analyzedThe Barkery on Science Ridge is highly regarded for its exceptionally clean, 'resort-style' facility featuring themed rooms and large outdoor spaces. Long-term clients praise the owner, Deb, for her professional communication and the frequent photo/video updates that provide peace of mind. While the majority of reviews are glowing, a small cluster of 1-star reviews cites issues with breed/weight restrictions and one serious allegation regarding an unauthorized person picking up a pet.
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Unauthorized release of animal
“she send my dog home with someone that was not even in my emergency contact list!”
Alleged breed discrimination
“Deb the owner totally backed out last minute for our dog to stay here because he is a pit bull.”
Owner Rudeness/Unprofessionalism(4 mentions)
“Very rude service if I could not give a star I would”
Weight/Breed Restrictions(2 mentions)
“calls themselves a dog boarding company but can only handle dogs under 30lbs.”
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