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The Bigger the Better Canine Camp

10692 Parkgate Dr, Nokesville, VA 20181

4.8
25 Google reviews
Outdoor yardClimate controlled

Overview

The Bigger the Better Canine Camp is a dog boarding and daycare facility located in Nokesville, Virginia, specializing in large dogs such as Golden Retrievers, Mastiffs, and Labs. The facility features climate-controlled kennels and two large fenced-in play yards with real grass, providing a rural home-away-from-home setting nestled in the woods. They accommodate senior dogs and geriatric pets, with both group and solo play options available.

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

Care & Play

Group play
Solo play

Extras

Senior dog accommodations

What Reviews Say

25 reviews analyzed

Overwhelmingly positive facility with 22 of 25 reviews giving 5 stars. Staff (especially Josh, Traci, and Tracey) receive consistent praise for genuine care, excellent communication including photo updates, and flexible service. The facility is noted for large kennels, ample outdoor play space, and a family-like atmosphere. However, one serious incident review describes severe neglect resulting in a dog returning with untreated paw sores and ear infection, representing a significant red flag that warrants attention despite being an isolated incident.

Dog happiness
4.8
Staff
4.8
Facility
4.7
Communication
4.7
Drop-off / pickup
4.5
Safety
3.5

People love

Staff genuinely cares for dogs(8)Dogs are happy and have great time(6)Excellent customer service and communication(5)Flexible and accommodating(4)Large, quality facility(4)

Staff shoutouts

Josh(3 mentions)Traci(2 mentions)Tracey

Worth noting

Dog returned with severe untreated medical conditions (sores on paws, severe ear infection) after boarding

Came back to us with sores on both paws and a very severe ear infection. The owners of this kennel claimed this was the first they'd seen of it - however, the vet told us there was NO. POSSIBLE. WAY. this could've happened overnight

Neglect/poor health monitoring during boarding

The vet told us there was NO. POSSIBLE. WAY. this could've happened overnight, showing the neglect they obviously give the dogs

Top Rated

4.8 stars from 25+ reviews

This facility has earned a Top Rated badge for maintaining a 4.8-star rating across 25 reviews.

At a Glance

Google rating
4.8/ 5
Review scoreInsufficient topic coverage
Amenities2 of 14
Reviews25
Repeat customersNumber of reviews that mention returning or being a regular customer.4

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