UC Barkley
20562 Regency Ln Suite#B, Lake Forest, CA 92630
Overview
UC Barkley is an upscale pet resort in Lake Forest, CA offering dog boarding, daycare, grooming, and training services. They accommodate up to 40 dogs for boarding with separate playgroups based on size and temperament, cage-free daycare, and use positive reinforcement training methods. The facility features a fenced yard, climate-controlled spaces, and requires current vaccinations including rabies, bordetella, and distemper.
Amenities & Policies
Max capacity: 40 dogs
Required vaccinations: Rabies, Bordetella, Distemper, DHPP, DHP, DAP, Fecal testing, Ova & Parasites, Giardia
Policies & Details
Care & Play
Safety & Emergency
Extras
What Reviews Say
28 reviews analyzedUC Barkley enjoys overwhelmingly positive reviews with 26 of 28 reviews being 5-star. The facility is praised for exceptional grooming quality, with Daniel receiving consistent recognition for his detailed, caring approach. Dogs appear genuinely happy and comfortable, including anxious dogs that warm up quickly. Two 1-star reviews cite communication issues around vaccination/ fecal test requirements and perceived pricing changes for regular customers. The owner responds professionally to all reviews, including negative ones, typically within a day.
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Worth noting
Communication breakdown leading to potential travel disruption - owner delayed responding about fecal test requirement until last minute
“When I informed the owner that we didn't have the fecal test, she didn't reply. Then, suddenly right before the trip, she said she couldn't take my dog.”
Communication delays and unclear requirements(2 mentions)
“If they'd said no right away, I would have had three days to look for another place, but since they didn't respond, I assumed it was fine”
Perceived overcharging/price increases for regular customers
“once their business grew, they started overcharging and trying to add unnecessary extra fees”
Top Rated
4.7 stars from 29+ reviews
This facility has earned a Top Rated badge for maintaining a 4.7-star rating across 29 reviews.
At a Glance
Max capacity
40 dogs
Pricing
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