BarkYard Station (formerly Happy Trails Pet Center)
DaycareBoarding
Dogs Away score9.6 /10Exceptional · 263 reviews · top 20% in Atlanta
Sources
Behind the 9.6
- Reviews read
- 263 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.80 ★
- Rank
- #58 of 327 in Atlanta
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Published rate$43 /nightFrom their website, 2026-09-08
$35middle $45$65
About the Atlanta middle price
Sources
Behind the $43
- Source
- BarkYard Station (formerly Happy Trails Pet Center)’s own website
- Checked on
- 2026-09-08
- Rate type
- First dog, standard night
“Boarding Daily Rate $ 43 per Night ... Daycare Daily Rates $ 26 per Day”Open their price page ↗
BarkYard Station (formerly Happy Trails Pet Center) is a dog daycare in Acworth, GA, offering daycare & boarding. It scores 9.6/10 (exceptional) from 263 Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars — #58 of 327 in Atlanta. Its website lists boarding from $43 per night and daycare from $26 per day. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 9.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
All-day open playPlay model, per the facility.
Outdoor access: yard and poolPer the facility’s website.
Live cameras for ownersPer the facility’s website.
Publishes its ratesQuoted below with a link to the source page.
Key facts
- Services
- DaycareTrainingBoarding Confirmed on their own website
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- $43/night
- Daycare rate
- $26/day
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in Atlanta
- #58 of 327
- Google rating
- ★4.8 (263)
- From downtown
- 26.7 mi
- Profile claimed on Google
- Yes
Policies & requirements
9/27
9 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 requirements3 of 6 published
Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Their words
“All dogs must be current on Rabies, Parvo/Distemper, and Bordetella vaccinations prior to an evaluation.”barkyardstation.com/our-services/dog-daycare/
Spay / neuterRequired from 6 months
Their words
“Additionally, all dogs must be spayed or neutered by 6 months of age.”barkyardstation.com/our-services/dog-daycare/
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“Owners must provide a copy of vaccine records either via email or in person on the day of the scheduled evaluation.”barkyardstation.com/our-services/dog-daycare/
Operations6 of 21 published
Play modelAll-day open play
Their words
“Our 8,000-square-foot, climate-controlled facility offers an open-play environment with a spacious indoor play area, three outdoor yards, and a swimming pool.”barkyardstation.com/our-services/dog-daycare/
Groups separated bySize and temperament
Their words
“Our furry friends are separated by size and temperament while being supervised at all times by our trained staff.”barkyardstation.com/our-services/dog-daycare/
Outdoor accessYard and pool
Their words
“climate-controlled facility offers an open-play environment with a spacious indoor play area, three outdoor yards, and a swimming pool.”barkyardstation.com/our-services/dog-daycare/
Climate controlClimate-controlled
Their words
“Our 8,000-square-foot, climate-controlled facility offers an open-play environment with a spacious indoor play area, three outdoor yards, and a swimming pool.”barkyardstation.com/our-services/dog-daycare/
Live cameras for ownersYes
Their words
“We offer live-stream cameras during free-range playtime, Monday–Friday, from 8:30 am to 3:00 pm.”barkyardstation.com/our-services/dog-daycare/
ToursTour with the evaluation
Their words
“Please feed your pup breakfast prior to arrival for your scheduled tour and evaluation.”barkyardstation.com/our-services/dog-daycare/
Show 18 policies not published on their website
Bordetella lead timeNot published on their website
Fecal / parasite testNot published on their website
Temperament evaluationNot 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
HousingNot published on their website
CapacityNot published on their website
Photo / report-card updatesNot published on their website
Injury / fight policyNot published on their website
Veterinary accessNot published on their website
Administers medicationNot published on their website
FeedingNot 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
9.6ExceptionalDogs Away score
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
dog socialization 12live webcam 4knowledgeable owners 4leash walking 3dog safety 3treating dogs as their own 2passionate staff 2trustworthy staff 2
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Booking terms & safety
- Checkout time
- Boarding pickup window ends 10 AM (or 4–5 PM); pickups after 10 AM may be charged a late feeStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Hours
- Mon
- 6:30 AM–6 PM
- Tue
- 6:30 AM–6 PM
- Wed
- 6:30 AM–6 PM
- Thu
- 6:30 AM–6 PM
- Fri
- 6:30 AM–6 PM
- Sat
- 8–10 AM, 3:30–5 PM
- Sun
- Closed
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
- 32 mi
- Weekday hours span
- 6:30 AM – 6 PM
- Open Sunday
- No
Straight-line miles, not driving distance. Hours span from the public profile; confirm drop-off and pick-up windows before a flight.
Location
4451 Acworth Industrial Dr NW, Acworth, GA 30101
26.7 miles from downtown Atlanta · Get directions
Amenities & details
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about BarkYard Station (formerly Happy Trails Pet Center)
What services does BarkYard Station (formerly Happy Trails Pet Center) offer?
BarkYard Station (formerly Happy Trails Pet Center) is listed as a dog day care center in Acworth, GA, offering daycare, boarding.
How much does BarkYard Station (formerly Happy Trails Pet Center) charge?
Its website lists overnight boarding at $43 per night and daycare at $26 per day (first-dog standard rate, checked 2026-09-08). Holiday surcharges and add-ons vary; confirm when booking. The Atlanta median published boarding rate is $45/night.
What vaccines does BarkYard Station (formerly Happy Trails Pet Center) require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at BarkYard Station (formerly Happy Trails Pet Center)?
BarkYard Station (formerly Happy Trails Pet Center)'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 BarkYard Station (formerly Happy Trails Pet Center) compare with other Atlanta facilities?
It ranks #58 of 327 in the Atlanta index by Dogs Away score (9.6/10, exceptional), based on 263 Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
BarkYard Station (formerly Happy Trails Pet Center), Acworth, GA. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-09-08. https://dogsaway.co/atlanta-ga/barkyard-station-formerly-happy-trails-pet-center/Similar places near Acworth
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