Bark and Board · Apple Valley Rd NE

★ 4.3 · 306 Google reviews·Pet boarding·Atlanta, GA
Bark and Board, Atlanta
Boarding
Dogs Away score8.7 /10Very good · 306 reviews · top 94% in Atlanta
Sources
Behind the 8.7
Reviews read
306 on Google
Average stars
4.30 ★
Rank
#280 of 327 in Atlanta
Ratings as of
July–October 2026
See the reviews on Google ↗
Policies published5 of 27From their website, 2026-09-08

Bark and Board is a pet boarding in Atlanta, GA, offering boarding. It scores 8.7/10 (very good) from 306 Google reviews averaging 4.3 stars — #280 of 327 in Atlanta. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 5.

Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Recommended: canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis
All-day open playPlay model, per the facility.

Key facts

Services
BoardingPet sitting
Type
Dedicated facility
Boarding rate
Not published
Daycare rate
Not published
Open 24 hours
No
Rank in Atlanta
#280 of 327
Google rating
★4.3 (306)
From downtown
8.4 mi
Neighborhood
Ashford Park
Profile claimed on Google
Yes

Policies & requirements

5/27

5 of the 27 policies owners ask about are published on their website.Checked on their website, 2026-09-08. Open a policy to see their exact words.

Admission requirements1 of 6 published
Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Recommended: canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis
Their words
“All dogs must be up-to-date on their vaccinations for rabies, bordatella (canine cough), and DH-L or A-PP. The H3N2 flu vaccine is strongly encouraged.”barkandboard.com/services/dog-boarding
Operations4 of 21 published
Play modelAll-day open play
Their words
“Free-play, all day every day, with pups separated by size and activity level”barkandboard.com/locations/brookhaven?y_source=1_MTE2NjkwOTQtNzE1LWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU%3D
Groups separated bySize, activity and level
Their words
“Free-play, all day every day, with pups separated by size and activity level”barkandboard.com/locations/brookhaven?y_source=1_MTE2NjkwOTQtNzE1LWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU%3D
HousingKennel and suite
Their words
“Whether they stay in our standard dog boarding kennels or in one of our private luxury suites (details below), each pup has his or her own space for sleep and rest”barkandboard.com/services/dog-boarding
FeedingEither house or owner's food
Their words
“parents may bring their pup’s personal bedding, food, treats, and toys (no raw hides or balls, please). We’ll take care of the rest, including the food bowls. We do offer house food for a small daily charge.”barkandboard.com/services/dog-boarding
Show 22 policies not published on their website
Bordetella lead timeNot published on their website
Fecal / parasite testNot published on their website
Spay / neuterNot published on their website
Temperament evaluationNot published on their website
Vaccination recordsNot published on their website
Staff on site overnightNot published on their website
Staff-to-dog ratioNot published on their website
Maximum playgroup sizeNot published on their website
Staff certificationNot published on their website
Time out of their roomNot published on their website
Solo care for dogs who skip group playNot published on their website
Outdoor accessNot published on their website
CapacityNot published on their website
Climate controlNot published on their website
Live cameras for ownersNot published on their website
Photo / report-card updatesNot published on their website
ToursNot published on their website
Injury / fight policyNot published on their website
Veterinary accessNot published on their website
Administers medicationNot published on their website
AvailabilityNot published on their website
Online bookingNot published on their website

Policies change, so confirm anything that matters when you book. Items marked “described by reviewers” come from customers, not from the facility.

Score & reviews

8.7Very goodDogs Away score
5 ★231
4 ★17
3 ★6
2 ★15
1 ★37
★ 4.30Google average
306reviews behind the score
★ 4.70Atlanta average

Higher is better. A score backed by more reviews is more reliable. Read the reviews on Google Maps. Data as of July–October 2026.

What reviewers mention most

grooming 33daycare 28webcam 15nail trim 7exceptional care 4dog bath 3friendly team 3small dog area 2

Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.

Who they take & how they care

Cats
Both Atlanta locations board cats; kitty condos are in a private roomStated on their website

In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.

Hours

Mon
7 AM–7 PM
Tue
7 AM–7 PM
Wed
7 AM–7 PM
Thu
7 AM–7 PM
Fri
7 AM–7 PM
Sat
10 AM–5 PM
Sun
10 AM–5 PM

From the public profile, July–October 2026. Drop-off and pick-up windows can be narrower; holiday hours vary.

For travelers

ATL · Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta
16.2 mi
Weekday hours span
7 AM – 7 PM
Open Sunday
Yes

Straight-line miles, not driving distance. Hours span from the public profile; confirm drop-off and pick-up windows before a flight.

Location

2600 Apple Valley Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30319

8.4 miles from downtown Atlanta · Ashford Park · Get directions

Amenities & details

Onsite servicesWheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotFree parking lotPaid parking lot

Self-reported on the business’s public profile.

Questions about Bark and Board

What services does Bark and Board offer?
Bark and Board is listed as a pet boarding service in Atlanta, GA, offering boarding.
How much does Bark and Board charge?
We did not find a published rate on Bark and Board's website when we checked it (2026-09-08); call the facility for pricing. For reference, the Atlanta median published boarding rate is $45/night across 106 facilities.
What vaccines does Bark and Board require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Recommended: canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at Bark and Board?
Bark and Board's website does not say whether a person is on site overnight (checked 2026-09-08). That is common — ask the facility directly before booking an overnight stay.
How does Bark and Board compare with other Atlanta facilities?
It ranks #280 of 327 in the Atlanta index by Dogs Away score (8.7/10, very good), based on 306 Google reviews averaging 4.3 stars.

Cite this record

Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:

Bark and Board, Atlanta, GA. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-09-08. https://dogsaway.co/atlanta-ga/bark-and-board-3183/

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