BARK U
BoardingDaycare
Dogs Away score9.8 /10Exceptional · 1,568 reviews · top 4% in Philadelphia
Sources
Behind the 9.8
- Reviews read
- 1,568 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.90 ★
- Rank
- #7 of 232 in Philadelphia
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Policies published9 of 27From their website, 2026-10-20
BARK U is a pet boarding in King of Prussia, PA, offering boarding & daycare. It scores 9.8/10 (exceptional) from 1,568 Google reviews averaging 4.9 stars — #7 of 232 in Philadelphia. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 9.
Top 4% in Philadelphia#7 of 232 by Dogs Away score, from 1,568 reviews.
Staff on site overnightStated on the facility’s own website.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Outdoor access: indoor outdoorPer the facility’s website.
Key facts
- Services
- BoardingDaycareGrooming
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- Not published
- Daycare rate
- Not published
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in Philadelphia
- #7 of 232
- Google rating
- ★4.9 (1,568)
- From downtown
- 14.0 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, 2026-10-20. 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
“All dogs must be current on the following vaccinations to participate in any BARK U service: Distemper Rabies Bordetella”barku.com/about-us/frequently-asked-questions/
Spay / neuterNot required
Their words
“Intact dogs may participate in daycare and lodging when appropriate for the environment”barku.com/bark-u-resources/attendance-requirements/
Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay
Their words
“We require assessments for all dogs that come to our facility—except for those under 5 months old.”barku.com/about-us/frequently-asked-questions/
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“Vaccination records must be submitted and verified before your dog’s visit.”barku.com/about-us/frequently-asked-questions/
Operations5 of 21 published
Staff on site overnightYes — a person is on site
Their words
“our dedicated staff are on-site 24/7 to care for your dog, including during holidays.”barku.com/about-us/frequently-asked-questions/
HousingSuite
Their words
“Lodging Overnight stays in luxury suites with custom care plans and loving care.”barku.com/
Outdoor accessIndoor outdoor
Their words
“Explore multiple indoor and outdoor play yards designed for safe play, enrichment, and all-day activity.”barku.com/bark-u-resources/book-a-tour/
ToursTours offered
Their words
“we invite you to take a tour of our facility. This is a great opportunity for you to see firsthand the wonderful environment that awaits your dog”barku.com/about-us/frequently-asked-questions/
Administers medicationIncluded
Their words
“Do you administer medication? Yes, medication administration is included during your dog’s stay with us.”barku.com/about-us/frequently-asked-questions/
Show 18 policies not published on their website
Bordetella lead timeNot published on their website
Fecal / parasite testNot 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
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
Injury / fight policyNot published on their website
Veterinary accessNot 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
9.8ExceptionalDogs 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
daycare 613kind staff 159grooming 133clean facility 87tired dogs 58dog socialization 38puppy training 34temperament assessment 20
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Who they take & how they care
- Updates during a stay
- Puppy lodging: first-day report card, more report cards as an add-on, and text updates for current clientsStated on their website
- Senior dogs
- Specialized Care Lodging for senior dogs: medication support, one-on-one enrichment, private outdoor timeStated on their website
- Minimum age
- Puppies can start daycare and lodging at 10 weeksStated on their website
- Unaltered dogs & females in heat
- Intact dogs accepted; females in season are lodged through Private Care & Play for an extra feeStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Hours
- Mon
- 7 AM–7 PM
- Tue
- 7 AM–7 PM
- Wed
- 7 AM–7 PM
- Thu
- 7 AM–7 PM
- Fri
- 7 AM–7 PM
- Sat
- 8 AM–4 PM
- Sun
- 8 AM–4 PM
From the public profile, July–October 2026. Drop-off and pick-up windows can be narrower; holiday hours vary.
For travelers
- PHL · Philadelphia International
- 16.1 mi
- Weekday hours span
- 7 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
333 S Henderson Rd, King of Prussia, PA 19406
14.0 miles from downtown Philadelphia · Get directions
Amenities & details
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroomWheelchair accessible seating
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about BARK U
What services does BARK U offer?
BARK U is listed as a pet boarding service in King of Prussia, PA, offering boarding, daycare.
How much does BARK U charge?
We did not find a published rate on BARK U's website when we checked it (2026-10-20); call the facility for pricing. For reference, the Philadelphia median published boarding rate is $65/night across 42 facilities.
What vaccines does BARK U require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at BARK U?
Yes — a person is on site, according to the facility's own website.
How does BARK U compare with other Philadelphia facilities?
It ranks #7 of 232 in the Philadelphia index by Dogs Away score (9.8/10, exceptional), based on 1,568 Google reviews averaging 4.9 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
BARK U, King of Prussia, PA. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-10-20. https://dogsaway.co/philadelphia-pa/bark-u/Similar places near King of Prussia
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