Bark Public House

★ 4.7 · 245 Google reviews·Dog daycare·Nashville, TN
Bark Public House, Nashville
DaycareBoarding
Dogs Away score9.4 /10Excellent · 245 reviews · top 44% in Nashville
Sources
Behind the 9.4
Reviews read
245 on Google
Average stars
4.70 ★
Rank
#21 of 48 in Nashville
Ratings as of
July–October 2026
See the reviews on Google ↗
Published rate$83 /nightFrom their website, 2026-09-07
Sources
Behind the $83
Source
Bark Public House’s own website
Checked on
2026-09-07
Rate type
First dog, standard night
“Holiday Rates: All dogs Boarding during our Holiday Schedule will have an additional Holiday Night Rate of $10.00 per dog. Boarding $82.50/$75 Per Night Standard $95/$87.50 Per Night Luxury $117.50/$110 Per Night VIP Standard $130/$122.50 Per Night VIP Luxury ... Daily Daycare Full Day (over 5 hours) Rate $48.00 Additional $43.00 each”
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Bark Public House is a dog daycare in Nashville, TN, offering daycare & boarding. It scores 9.4/10 (excellent) from 245 Google reviews averaging 4.7 stars — #21 of 48 in Nashville. Its website lists boarding from $83–$130 per night and daycare from $48 per day. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 8.

Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
All-day open playPlay model, per the facility.
Publishes its ratesQuoted below with a link to the source page.

About this place

Nashville’s trusted dog care destination with everything you need to give your dog their best life, all in one place. From safe, supervised daycare play and stress-free boarding to expert grooming and premium retail nutrition, every service is delivered by trained dog lovers (including staff certified in canine CPR & First Aid and Fear Free® to reduce fear, anxiety, and stress with every visit). Whether you need weekday daycare, a weekend stay, or a fresh cut, our team provides expert care and p

From the business’s public profile.

Key facts

Services
DaycareBoardingGrooming Confirmed on their own website
Type
Dedicated facility
Boarding rate
$83–$130/night
Daycare rate
$48/day
Open 24 hours
No
Booking & cameras
Live camera via iDogCamFound on their website, 2026-10-08
Rank in Nashville
#21 of 48
Google rating
★4.7 (245)
From downtown
0.8 mi
Neighborhood
The Gulch
Holiday / peak
additional Holiday Night Rate of $10.00 per dog
Additional dog
Additional $43.00 each (daycare)
Profile claimed on Google
Yes

Policies & requirements

8/27

8 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 requirements4 of 6 published
Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Their words
“Prior to boarding and/or daycare, you must provide proof of the following vaccinations from your vet Bordetella – Up-to-date vaccinations Parvovirus & Distemper – Up-to-date vaccinations Rabies – Up-to-date vaccinations”barkpublic.com/dog-boarding/
Spay / neuterRequired for group play only from 8 months
Their words
“Dogs must be at least 4 months old and spayed/neutered by 8 months to stay eligible for daycare. ... Unaltered pets are welcome for boarding (after a boarding interview)”barkpublic.com/faq/
Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay
Their words
“To make sure your pup has the best experience with us, we require a quick 3-hour interview before joining daycare or boarding.”barkpublic.com/
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“Prior to boarding and/or daycare, you must provide proof of the following vaccinations from your vet”barkpublic.com/dog-boarding/
Operations5 of 21 published
Play modelAll-day open play
Their words
“Dog Daycare: All-day play in spacious, supervised areas. Dog Boarding: Overnight stays with full-day daycare included”barkpublic.com/faq/
Solo care for dogs who skip group playPaid add-on
Their words
“One‑on‑One Play | $17.5 15 minutes of one‑on‑one playtime with a handler”barkpublic.com/dog-boarding/
Live cameras for ownersYes — described in 9 reviews, not stated by the facility
Photo / report-card updatesPaid add-on
Their words
“Email Updates | $8 per email”barkpublic.com/dog-boarding/
FeedingOwner's food preferred
Their words
“Prebag all meals in ziploc bags with the dogs name on it. If you do not provide food we will use our house food for a nominal charge.”barkpublic.com/dog-boarding/
Show 18 policies not published on their website
Bordetella lead timeNot published on their website
Fecal / parasite testNot 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
HousingNot published on their website
Outdoor accessNot published on their website
CapacityNot published on their website
Climate controlNot 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

9.4ExcellentDogs Away score
5 ★217
4 ★7
3 ★2
2 ★5
1 ★14
★ 4.70Google average
245reviews behind the score
★ 4.68Nashville 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 21groomer 11helpful team 6last minute acceptance 5camera access 5puppy cam 4ear cleaning 2free trial 2

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

Booking terms & safety

Checkout time
Boarding check-out is by 12 PM; dogs staying after noon are charged daycareStated on their website
Late pick-up
After noon: half-day daycare rate up to 5 hours, full-day rate beyondStated on their website

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

Who they take & how they care

Updates during a stay
Paid email updates with photo or video and a daily activity descriptionStated on their website
Minimum age
Dogs must be at least 4 months oldStated on their website
Unaltered dogs & females in heat
Unaltered pets are welcome for boardingStated on their website

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

Price history

Published rate for the same product as today, from archived copies of the facility’s own rate page.
YearBoardingDaycareSource
2024—$44/dayArchived page, 2024-12-06
2025—$45/dayArchived page, 2025-11-15
Now$83–$130/night$48/dayTheir website, 2026-09-07

First-dog standard rate, lower end of any range. How this feeds the market trend: Dogs Away Boarding Price Index.

Hours

Mon
6:30 AM–6:30 PM
Tue
6:30 AM–6:30 PM
Wed
6:30 AM–6:30 PM
Thu
6:30 AM–6:30 PM
Fri
6:30 AM–6:30 PM
Sat
10 AM–4 PM
Sun
10 AM–4 PM

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

For travelers

BNA · Nashville International
6 mi
Weekday hours span
6:30 AM – 6:30 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

609 9th Ave S, Nashville, TN 37203

0.8 miles from downtown Nashville · The Gulch · Get directions

Amenities & details

Onsite servicesWheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroomLGBTQ+ friendly

Self-reported on the business’s public profile.

Questions about Bark Public House

What services does Bark Public House offer?
Bark Public House is listed as a dog day care center in Nashville, TN, offering daycare, boarding.
How much does Bark Public House charge?
Its website lists overnight boarding at $83–$130 per night and daycare at $48 per day (first-dog standard rate, checked 2026-09-07). Holiday surcharges and add-ons vary; confirm when booking. The Nashville median published boarding rate is $50/night.
What vaccines does Bark Public House require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at Bark Public House?
Bark Public House'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 Bark Public House compare with other Nashville facilities?
It ranks #21 of 48 in the Nashville index by Dogs Away score (9.4/10, excellent), based on 245 Google reviews averaging 4.7 stars.

Cite this record

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

Bark Public House, Nashville, TN. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-09-07. https://dogsaway.co/nashville-tn/bark-public-house/

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