The Bark Club

★ 4.8 · 356 Google reviews·Dog daycare·Lakewood, CO
The Bark Club, Lakewood
DaycareCat boardingBoarding
Dogs Away score9.6 /10Exceptional · 356 reviews · top 11% in Denver
Sources
Behind the 9.6
Reviews read
356 on Google
Average stars
4.80 ★
Rank
#5 of 48 in Denver
Ratings as of
July–October 2026
See the reviews on Google ↗
Published rate$38 /dayFrom their website, 2026-07-07
Sources
Behind the $38
Source
The Bark Club’s own website
Checked on
2026-07-07
Rate type
First dog, standard day
“Full Day Of Daycare Price $38.00”
Open their price page ↗

The Bark Club is a dog daycare in Lakewood, CO, offering daycare & boarding. It scores 9.6/10 (exceptional) from 356 Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars — #5 of 48 in Denver. Its website lists daycare from $38 per day. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 6.

Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Structured rotationPlay model, per the facility.
Outdoor access: yardPer the facility’s website.
Publishes its ratesQuoted below with a link to the source page.

About this place

Doggy Daycare and Boarding Facility in Lakewood

From the business’s public profile.

Key facts

Services
DaycareCat boardingTrainingBoarding Confirmed on their own website
Type
Dedicated facility
Boarding rate
Not published
Daycare rate
$38/day
Open 24 hours
No
Booking & cameras
Online booking & owner portal via GingrFound on their website, 2026-10-03
Rank in Denver
#5 of 48
Google rating
★4.8 (356)
From downtown
7.5 mi
Neighborhood
Bear Creek
Profile claimed on Google
Yes

Policies & requirements

6/27

6 of the 27 policies owners ask about are published on their website.Checked on their website, 2026-08-06. Open a policy to see their exact words.

Admission requirements2 of 6 published
Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Their words
“You will need to upload vaccines at this time. We require Bordetella-Distemper-Rabies”thebarkclub.com/
Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay
Their words
“Set up your Meet & Greet”thebarkclub.com/
Operations5 of 21 published
Play modelStructured rotation
Their words
“Through compassionate handling, structured play, rest, and attentive supervision”thebarkclub.com/
Outdoor accessYard
Their words
“4,000 sq. ft. of turfed outdoor play yards, 3 shaded play areas”thebarkclub.com/
Climate controlClimate-controlled
Their words
“8,000 sq. ft. of climate-controlled indoor space, 5 indoor play areas”thebarkclub.com/
AvailabilityAccepting new clients
Their words
“Accepting New Clients — Join the Best Club in Town”thebarkclub.com/
Online bookingYes — described in 4 reviews, not stated by the facility
Show 20 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
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
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
CapacityNot 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

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
5 ★332
4 ★11
3 ★0
2 ★4
1 ★9
★ 4.80Google average
356reviews behind the score
★ 4.59Denver 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

tired dogs 14passionate staff 10overnight boarding 7dog excitement 6easy to book 4loved dogs 4fast drop off 2senior dog care 2

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

Who they take & how they care

Unaltered dogs & females in heat
Unaltered dogs accepted in group play until 18 months oldStated on their website
Cats
Lists regular and luxury cat boarding with pricesStated on their website

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

Hours

Mon
6:30–11:30 AM, 2–7 PM
Tue
6:30–11:30 AM, 2–7 PM
Wed
6:30–11:30 AM, 2–7 PM
Thu
6:30–11:30 AM, 2–7 PM
Fri
6:30–11:30 AM, 2–7 PM
Sat
7 AM–6 PM
Sun
8–10 AM, 4–6 PM

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

For travelers

DEN · Denver International
25.7 mi
Weekday hours span
6:30 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

3225 S Wadsworth Blvd f, Lakewood, CO 80227

7.5 miles from downtown Denver · Bear Creek · Get directions

Amenities & details

Identifies as women-ownedOnsite servicesWheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot

Self-reported on the business’s public profile.

Questions about The Bark Club

What services does The Bark Club offer?
The Bark Club is listed as a dog day care center in Lakewood, CO, offering daycare, cat boarding, boarding.
How much does The Bark Club charge?
Its website lists daycare at $38 per day (first-dog standard rate, checked 2026-07-07). Holiday surcharges and add-ons vary; confirm when booking.
What vaccines does The Bark Club require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at The Bark Club?
The Bark Club's website does not say whether a person is on site overnight (checked 2026-08-06). That is common — ask the facility directly before booking an overnight stay.
How does The Bark Club compare with other Denver facilities?
It ranks #5 of 48 in the Denver index by Dogs Away score (9.6/10, exceptional), based on 356 Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars.

Cite this record

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

The Bark Club, Lakewood, CO. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-08-06. https://dogsaway.co/denver-co/the-bark-club/

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