Barks & Rec Boarding

★ 4.8 · 44 Google reviews·Pet boarding·Mooresville, NC
Barks & Rec Boarding, Mooresville
BoardingDaycare
Dogs Away score9.5 /10Exceptional · 44 reviews · top 40% in Charlotte
Sources
Behind the 9.5
Reviews read
44 on Google
Average stars
4.80 ★
Rank
#63 of 166 in Charlotte
Ratings as of
July–October 2026
See the reviews on Google ↗
Policies published5 of 27From their website, 2026-09-07

Barks & Rec Boarding is a pet boarding in Mooresville, NC, offering boarding & daycare. It scores 9.5/10 (exceptional) from 44 Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars — #63 of 166 in Charlotte. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 5.

Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, leptospirosis · Not mentioned: canine influenza

Key facts

Services
BoardingDaycare
Type
Dedicated facility
Boarding rate
Not published
Daycare rate
Not published
Open 24 hours
No
Rank in Charlotte
#63 of 166
Google rating
★4.8 (44)
From downtown
24.5 mi
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, 2026-09-07. Open a policy to see their exact words.

Admission requirements5 of 6 published
Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, leptospirosis · Not mentioned: canine influenza
Their words
“All guests must be up to date on the following required vaccinations: DHLPP (Distemper, Parvo), Rabies, Bordetella*”barksandrecboarding.com/vaccination-and-other-requirements/
Fecal / parasite testNegative test required
Their words
“Must have had a negative fecal (for internal parasites) within the previous 12 months.”barksandrecboarding.com/vaccination-and-other-requirements/
Spay / neuterRequired from 6 months
Their words
“Spayed/Neutered Must be spayed or neutered once they reach 6 months of age.”barksandrecboarding.com/health-and-safety/
Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay
Their words
“Evaluation All dogs are required to be evaluated prior to any visit.”barksandrecboarding.com/vaccination-and-other-requirements/
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“All vaccination records must be sent to us directly from the vet. We will not accept records that do not come directly from the vet.”barksandrecboarding.com/vaccination-and-other-requirements/
Show 22 policies not published on their website
Bordetella lead timeNot 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
Play modelNot published on their website
Groups separated byNot 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
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
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

9.5ExceptionalDogs Away score
5 ★41
4 ★1
3 ★0
2 ★0
1 ★2
★ 4.80Google average
44reviews behind the score
★ 4.73Charlotte 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

staff 6pet care 4caring staff 3day care 2love for pets 2dog daycare 2

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

Booking terms & safety

Cancellation
Holiday stays: $50/dog deposit; $50 per dog charged if not cancelled 5 days aheadStated on their website
Holiday minimum stay
3-night minimum for Christmas and ThanksgivingStated on their website

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

Who they take & how they care

Minimum age
Guests must be at least 4 months old, fully vaccinated and potty trainedStated on their website
Breed & size limits
"Bully breed" dogs and mixes cannot join socialization; dogs over 60 lbs may not be accommodatedStated on their website

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

Hours

Mon
7:30 AM–12 PM, 4–7 PM
Tue
7:30 AM–12 PM, 4–7 PM
Wed
7:30 AM–12 PM, 4–7 PM
Thu
7:30 AM–12 PM, 4–7 PM
Fri
7:30 AM–12 PM, 4–7 PM
Sat
8 AM–12 PM, 5–7 PM
Sun
8–10 AM, 4–7 PM

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

For travelers

CLT · Charlotte Douglas
25.5 mi
Weekday hours span
7:30 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

115 Thompson Farm Dr, Mooresville, NC 28117

24.5 miles from downtown Charlotte · Get directions

Amenities & details

Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot

Self-reported on the business’s public profile.

Questions about Barks & Rec Boarding

What services does Barks & Rec Boarding offer?
Barks & Rec Boarding is listed as a pet boarding service in Mooresville, NC, offering boarding, daycare.
How much does Barks & Rec Boarding charge?
We did not find a published rate on Barks & Rec Boarding's website when we checked it (2026-09-07); call the facility for pricing. For reference, the Charlotte median published boarding rate is $54/night across 65 facilities.
What vaccines does Barks & Rec Boarding require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, leptospirosis · Not mentioned: canine influenza.
Is someone on site overnight at Barks & Rec Boarding?
Barks & Rec Boarding's website does not say whether a person is on site overnight (checked 2026-09-07). That is common — ask the facility directly before booking an overnight stay.
How does Barks & Rec Boarding compare with other Charlotte facilities?
It ranks #63 of 166 in the Charlotte index by Dogs Away score (9.5/10, exceptional), based on 44 Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars.

Cite this record

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

Barks & Rec Boarding, Mooresville, NC. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-09-07. https://dogsaway.co/charlotte-nc/barks-and-rec-boarding/

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