--- title: "Barkefellers - Indianapolis West — Indianapolis, IN" url: "https://dogsaway.co/indianapolis-in/barkefellers-indianapolis-west/" updated: "2026-10-19" data_pulled: "2026-10-19" census_at: "2026-10-19" source: "Dogs Away — public Google Business profile (identity, rating) + Dogs Away disclosure census of the facility's own website" license: "All rights reserved. Read and cite freely. No bulk copying. (https://dogsaway.co/terms/)" attribution: "Source: Dogs Away (dogsaway.co)" --- # Barkefellers - Indianapolis West Pet boarding service in Indianapolis, IN — part of the Dogs Away index of dog boarding and daycare in Indianapolis, IN (https://dogsaway.co/indianapolis-in/). **★4.5 from 759 Google reviews, Dogs Away score 9.0/10.** The Dogs Away score is a Bayesian-adjusted Google rating on a 0–10 scale (prior weight 25 reviews at the 4.669 network mean). ## Facts - **Services:** boarding, daycare, training, grooming - **Address:** 8151 Country Village Dr, Indianapolis, IN 46214 - **Phone:** (317) 273-8151 - **Website:** http://www.barkefellers.com/ - **Google Maps profile (verify):** https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Barkefellers%20-%20Indianapolis%20West&query_place_id=ChIJA6JOf4OobIgRHfgrSrD07LU ## Hours | Day | Hours | | --- | --- | | Monday | 6:30 AM–7 PM | | Tuesday | 6:30 AM–7 PM | | Wednesday | 6:30 AM–7 PM | | Thursday | 6:30 AM–7 PM | | Friday | 6:30 AM–7 PM | | Saturday | 8 AM–6 PM | | Sunday | 8 AM–6 PM | ## Booking terms, safety and care - **Checkout time:** Check-out is at noon — facility's words: "check out is at noon." (https://www.barkefellers.com/lodging/) - **How a stay is counted:** Lodging room rates are charged per night — facility's words: "Lodging room rates are charged per night." (https://www.barkefellers.com/lodging/) - **Late pick-up:** Pets picked up after noon incur an additional night’s fee — facility's words: "pets picked up after noon will incur an additional night’s fee" (https://www.barkefellers.com/lodging/) - **Cancellation:** Deposit refunded if cancelled 72 hours before the start; forfeited within 72 hours — facility's words: "Deposits for reservations cancelled 72 hours prior to the start of the reservation will be refunded on credit card used. Deposits for reservations cancelled within 72 hours of the start of the reservation will be forfeited." (https://www.barkefellers.com/reservation-policy/) - **Senior dogs:** Daycare: senior dogs welcome and matched to a group by energy level — facility's words: "Senior dogs too are welcome and will be matched with a group that best fits their energy level." (https://www.barkefellers.com/daycare/) - **Minimum age (months):** Puppy lodging requires puppies to be at least 12 weeks old and current on vaccinations — facility's words: "we do require that they are at least 12 weeks of age and are current with their vaccinations." (https://www.barkefellers.com/lodging/) - **Cats:** Cats have their own room away from the dogs — facility's words: "Our feline guests have their own room that is located away from our canine guests" (https://www.barkefellers.com/lodging/) ## Published rates No rate published on their website as of October 19, 2026. ## Disclosure record Publishes 12 of 27 checked policies on its own website (census October 19, 2026). "Not published" is a fact about the website on that date, not a claim about the facility's practice. ### Admission requirements - **Vaccinations required:** Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis > “we require proof that all the following vaccinations are current to secure your reservation. DHLPP/Corona, Bordetella (Kennel Cough), Rabies, Canine Flu Vaccination: H3N8 and H3N2.” — https://www.barkefellers.com/faqs/ - **Bordetella lead time:** Not published on their website as of October 19, 2026 - **Fecal / parasite test:** Not published on their website as of October 19, 2026 - **Spay / neuter:** Required for group play only from 6 months > “GROUP PLAY POLICIES Guests over 6 months of age must be spayed or neutered to attend.” — https://www.barkefellers.com/reservation-policy/ - **Temperament evaluation:** Required for some dogs > “We do require that all daycare participants pass a Temperament Test prior to entry.” — https://www.barkefellers.com/faqs/ - **Vaccination records:** Proof checked, not taken on word > “Proof of current vaccinations is required for all guests.” — https://www.barkefellers.com/reservation-policy/ ### Operations - **Staff on site overnight:** Not published on their website as of October 19, 2026 - **Staff-to-dog ratio:** Not published on their website as of October 19, 2026 - **Maximum playgroup size:** Not published on their website as of October 19, 2026 - **Staff certification:** Not published on their website as of October 19, 2026 - **Play model:** Not published on their website as of October 19, 2026 - **Groups separated by:** Size, play, personality, energy and level > “Based on their size differences, play personality and energy levels, they may end up in separate play groups during DayPlay” — https://www.barkefellers.com/faqs/ - **Time out of their room:** At least 3 daily trips to a private play yard > “Every canine guest room includes at least 3 daily trips out to a private play yard.” — https://www.barkefellers.com/faqs/ - **Solo care for dogs who skip group play:** Offered > “If you are not, private play is a great way for your pup to have some fun without being a part of the pack.” — https://www.barkefellers.com/faqs/ - **Housing:** Suite > “Luxury Suite 48 Square Feet Spacious suite with a raised Kuranda bed, flat-panel TV, lighted ceiling fan, 24-Hour webcam access” — https://www.barkefellers.com/lodging/ - **Outdoor access:** Yard > “All of our facilities have large outdoor play yards that the dogs get to play in, weather permitting.” — https://www.barkefellers.com/faqs/ - **Capacity:** Not published on their website as of October 19, 2026 - **Climate control:** Not published on their website as of October 19, 2026 - **Live cameras for owners:** Yes > “each of our spacious Luxury and Presidential suites comes equipped with a private, password-protected camera, viewable 24-hours a day.” — https://www.barkefellers.com/faqs/ - **Photo / report-card updates:** Not published on their website as of October 19, 2026 - **Tours:** Not published on their website as of October 19, 2026 - **Injury / fight policy:** Not published on their website as of October 19, 2026 - **Veterinary access:** Not published on their website as of October 19, 2026 - **Administers medication:** Case by case, may carry a fee > “There is a charge of $5 for medication administration. Medication charges are waived for Presidential, Luxury, and Terrace Suites stays.” — https://www.barkefellers.com/lodging/ - **Feeding:** Owner's food encouraged > “Should I bring my dog’s own food? Please do! If your pet suffers from allergies or a has usual diet, we recommend it.” — https://www.barkefellers.com/faqs/ - **Availability:** Not published on their website as of October 19, 2026 - **Online booking:** Not published on their website as of October 19, 2026 ## Licensing Indiana does not license or inspect dog boarding and daycare facilities at the state level. The Indiana State Board of Animal Health (BOAH) FAQ says it 'does not currently license kennel operations' as long as dog breeding is not part of the operation. BOAH registers commercial dog breeders and brokers (IC 15-21), retail pet stores, and animal care facilities and animal rescue operations (IC 15-21-2-1). BOAH's registration page defines an animal care facility as an animal control center, animal shelter, humane society, or other animal impounding facility, and does not mention boarding or daycare. In Indianapolis-Marion County, boarding kennels must register with the city license administrator under Code ch. 836 ($200). Market licensing detail: https://dogsaway.co/indianapolis-in/ ## How to cite Barkefellers - Indianapolis West, Indianapolis, IN. Dogs Away, https://dogsaway.co/indianapolis-in/barkefellers-indianapolis-west/ (census October 19, 2026; listing data October 19, 2026). Source: Dogs Away (dogsaway.co). Read or cite this one record with a link. Do not bulk copy, scrape or rebuild the directory. Terms: https://dogsaway.co/terms/ Structured data: https://dogsaway.co/api/v1/facilities/indianapolis-in/barkefellers-indianapolis-west.json