Bark Avenue Pet Resort
DaycareBoarding
Dogs Away score9.4 /10Excellent · 1,268 reviews · top 44% in Phoenix
Sources
Behind the 9.4
- Reviews read
- 1,268 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.70 ★
- Rank
- #81 of 193 in Phoenix
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Published rate$49.5 /nightFrom their website, 2026-09-07
$45middle $55$90
Below the Phoenix middle price
Sources
Behind the $49.5
- Source
- Bark Avenue Pet Resort’s own website
- Checked on
- 2026-09-07
- Rate type
- First dog, standard night
“Standard Boarding Kennels ... Large (4x8) $64.50/night Medium (4x6) $58.50/night Small (4x4) $49.50/night ... Luxury (8x7) $79.50/night ... DAYCARE - $38/day”Open their price page ↗
Bark Avenue Pet Resort is a dog daycare in Mesa, AZ, offering daycare & boarding. It scores 9.4/10 (excellent) from 1,268 Google reviews averaging 4.7 stars — #81 of 193 in Phoenix. Its website lists boarding from $49.5–$79.5 per night and daycare from $38 per day. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 16.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, leptospirosis · Recommended: canine influenza
Structured rotationPlay model, per the facility.
Outdoor access: yard and poolPer the facility’s website.
Publishes its ratesQuoted below with a link to the source page.
About this place
At Bark Avenue Pet Resort, we offer top-notch training, boarding, daycare, and grooming services for your furry friends. As a premier pet resort, we strive for excellence in everything we do. Our beautiful pool provides endless fun for our daycare pups to splash and play. Whether your pet needs a nail trim, haircut, or thorough cleaning, our expert groomers are here to help. Our resort features well-maintained rooms and spacious outdoor areas, creating a natural, park-like environment unmatched
From the business’s public profile.
Key facts
- Services
- DaycareTrainingBoardingGroomingPet sitting Confirmed on their own website
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- $49.5–$79.5/night
- Daycare rate
- $38/day
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Booking & cameras
- Online booking & owner portal via MoeGoOnline booking & owner portal via GingrFound on their website, 2026-10-08
- Rank in Phoenix
- #81 of 193
- Google rating
- ★4.7 (1,268)
- From downtown
- 17.9 mi
- Neighborhood
- Northgrove
- Profile claimed on Google
- Yes
Policies & requirements
16/27
16 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, leptospirosis · Recommended: canine influenza
Their words
“Dog Requirements: Distemper/Parvo, Rabies, Bordetella (kennel cough) vaccinations, as well as a recent Flea and Tick Treatment. Leptospirosis is also required for boarding and daycare services. Although not required, we strongly recommend the Canine Influenza vaccination.”barkavepet.com/bark-avenue-pet-resort-faq/
Spay / neuterRequired for group play only from 6 months
Their words
“All pets over 6 months old must be spayed or neutered. During their first visit, your pet will undergo a temperament test to ensure they are the right fit for the group play environment.”barkavepet.com/daycare/
Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay
Their words
“Each dog is given a temperament test upon the first visit, then is assigned a group according to size and weight for safety.”barkavepet.com/boarding/
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“To keep all our furry guests healthy, we do require proof of vaccinations from a licensed veterinarian.”barkavepet.com/bark-avenue-pet-resort-faq/
Operations12 of 21 published
Play modelStructured rotation
Their words
“Your pet’s doggy daycare day will begin with a morning play session, then a midday nap in their own private kennel, then an afternoon play session up to 6 hours of group play per day.”barkavepet.com/daycare/
Groups separated bySize
Their words
“Each dog is given a temperament test upon the first visit, then is assigned a group according to size and weight for safety.”barkavepet.com/boarding/
Time out of their room2x daily 20-30 minute potty breaks (standard boarding)
Their words
“Standard Boarding Kennels This includes two 20-30 minute potty breaks, once in the morning and once in the afternoon.”barkavepet.com/boarding/
Solo care for dogs who skip group playOffered
Their words
“Option 2: One-on-one Play Times This option is for canine guests who prefer to enjoy our individual one-on-one play with our Pet Care Specialists while they stay with us. These are 10-minute one-on-one individual play sessions.”barkavepet.com/boarding/
HousingKennel and suite
Their words
“Choose from Small, Medium, and Large or luxury suites. No matter what option you go with, we are confident your pet will enjoy their time here! Standard Boarding Kennels”barkavepet.com/boarding/
Outdoor accessYard and pool
Their words
“Bark Avenue Pet Resort has both indoor and outdoor play areas, as well as a purpose-built doggy swimming pool available for additional playtimes.”barkavepet.com/daycare/
Climate controlClimate-controlled
Their words
“Our facility is comfortably climate controlled, spacious, clean, and entertaining for your pet with both indoor and outdoor play areas.”barkavepet.com/boarding/
Photo / report-card updatesYes
Their words
“You will receive a digital report card, with a brief description and even a few photos of your pet’s day.”barkavepet.com/daycare/
ToursTours by appointment
Their words
“(480) 210-5610 ext 2 to schedule a tour of our facility!”barkavepet.com/bark-avenue-pet-resort-faq/
Injury / fight policyPublished
Their words
“we will do everything in our power to contact you before we take them off premises for emergency treatment. Decisions regarding medical issues are at the discretion of our staff.”barkavepet.com/boarding/
Administers medicationYes, for a fee
Their words
“Additional Services & Activities Pricing is per day Medication Administration: $6/day”barkavepet.com/boarding/
FeedingOwner's food encouraged
Their words
“While we are happy to provide food for our boarding guests, we do recommend bringing in your dog food from home, to avoid any stomach upset due to the change in diet for your pet.”barkavepet.com/bark-avenue-pet-resort-faq/
Show 11 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
CapacityNot published on their website
Live cameras for ownersNot published on their website
Veterinary accessNot 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
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
daily report cards 30nail trimming 15cat grooming 14dog spa 8temperament test 4senior dog care 3teddy bear cut 2teeth brushing 2
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Booking terms & safety
- Collars
- Removes collars for safety; gives each dog a printed ID collarStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Who they take & how they care
- Updates during a stay
- Daily emailed report card for boarders signed up for playtimesStated on their website
- Minimum age
- Daycare and boarding: puppies must be at least 4 months oldStated on their website
- Cats
- Boards cats in climate-controlled roomsStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Price history
| Year | Boarding | Daycare | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $34/night | — | Archived page, 2020-10-30 |
| 2020 | — | $25/day | Archived page, 2020-10-30 |
| 2021 | $46/night | — | Archived page, 2021-10-26 |
| 2021 | — | $28/day | Archived page, 2021-09-20 |
| 2022 | $46/night | — | Archived page, 2022-12-06 |
| 2022 | — | $28/day | Archived page, 2022-09-30 |
| 2023 | $46/night | — | Archived page, 2023-09-26 |
| 2023 | — | $28–$32/day | Archived page, 2023-12-07 |
| 2024 | $48/night | — | Archived page, 2024-10-06 |
| 2024 | — | $35/day | Archived page, 2024-09-12 |
| Now | $49.5–$79.5/night | $38/day | Their 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 AM–6 PM
- Tue
- 6 AM–6 PM
- Wed
- 6 AM–6 PM
- Thu
- 6 AM–6 PM
- Fri
- 6 AM–6 PM
- Sat
- 8 AM–4 PM
- Sun
- 9 AM–4 PM
From the public profile, July–October 2026. Drop-off and pick-up windows can be narrower; holiday hours vary.
For travelers
- PHX · Phoenix Sky Harbor
- 14.3 mi
- Weekday hours span
- 6 AM – 6 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
3109 E McKellips Rd #101, Mesa, AZ 85213
17.9 miles from downtown Phoenix · Northgrove · Get directions
Amenities & details
Onsite servicesWheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroomGender-neutral restroomLGBTQ+ friendly
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about Bark Avenue Pet Resort
What services does Bark Avenue Pet Resort offer?
Bark Avenue Pet Resort is listed as a dog day care center in Mesa, AZ, offering daycare, boarding.
How much does Bark Avenue Pet Resort charge?
Its website lists overnight boarding at $49.5–$79.5 per night and daycare at $38 per day (first-dog standard rate, checked 2026-09-07). Holiday surcharges and add-ons vary; confirm when booking. The Phoenix median published boarding rate is $55/night.
What vaccines does Bark Avenue Pet Resort require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, leptospirosis · Recommended: canine influenza.
Is someone on site overnight at Bark Avenue Pet Resort?
Bark Avenue Pet Resort's website does not say whether a person is on site overnight (checked 2026-10-20). That is common — ask the facility directly before booking an overnight stay.
How does Bark Avenue Pet Resort compare with other Phoenix facilities?
It ranks #81 of 193 in the Phoenix index by Dogs Away score (9.4/10, excellent), based on 1,268 Google reviews averaging 4.7 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
Bark Avenue Pet Resort, Mesa, AZ. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-10-20. https://dogsaway.co/phoenix-az/bark-avenue-pet-resort/Similar places near Mesa
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