The Barking Dog

★ 4.6 · 216 Google reviews·Dog daycare·Scottsdale, AZ
The Barking Dog, Scottsdale
DaycareBoarding
Dogs Away score9.2 /10Excellent · 216 reviews · top 70% in Phoenix
Sources
Behind the 9.2
Reviews read
216 on Google
Average stars
4.60 ★
Rank
#130 of 193 in Phoenix
Ratings as of
July–October 2026
See the reviews on Google ↗
Policies published1 of 27From their website, 2026-10-20

The Barking Dog is a dog daycare in Scottsdale, AZ, offering daycare & boarding. It scores 9.2/10 (excellent) from 216 Google reviews averaging 4.6 stars — #130 of 193 in Phoenix. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 1.

Key facts

Services
DaycareTrainingBoardingGrooming
Type
Dedicated facility
Boarding rate
Not published
Daycare rate
Not published
Open 24 hours
No
Rank in Phoenix
#130 of 193
Google rating
★4.6 (216)
From downtown
13.2 mi
Profile claimed on Google
Yes

Policies & requirements

1/27

1 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 requirements1 of 6 published
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“We require proof of vaccinations.”thebarkingdogaz.com/boarding/
Operations2 of 21 published
HousingSuite — described by reviewers, not stated by the facility
Customer quote on their site
“Check out their boarding too, luxury suites with TV!”thebarkingdogaz.com/
Outdoor accessYard and pool — described by reviewers, not stated by the facility
Customer quote on their site
“There's lots of indoor and outdoor space, and the pool is key in the summer.”thebarkingdogaz.com/
Show 24 policies not published on their website
Vaccinations requiredNot published on their website
Bordetella lead timeNot published on their website
Fecal / parasite testNot published on their website
Spay / neuterNot published on their website
Temperament evaluationNot 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
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
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
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

9.2ExcellentDogs Away score
5 ★177
4 ★17
3 ★4
2 ★5
1 ★13
★ 4.60Google average
216reviews behind the score
★ 4.66Phoenix 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

clean facility 6playtime 5obedience training 3kind trainer 3play areas 3dog grouping 2dog pool 2indoor play area 2

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

Hours

Mon
6 AM–7 PM
Tue
6 AM–7 PM
Wed
6 AM–7 PM
Thu
6 AM–7 PM
Fri
6 AM–7 PM
Sat
7 AM–6 PM
Sun
7 AM–6 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
11.2 mi
Weekday hours span
6 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

8330 N Pima Center Pkwy, Scottsdale, AZ 85258

13.2 miles from downtown Phoenix · Get directions

Amenities & details

Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot

Self-reported on the business’s public profile.

Questions about The Barking Dog

What services does The Barking Dog offer?
The Barking Dog is listed as a dog day care center in Scottsdale, AZ, offering daycare, boarding.
How much does The Barking Dog charge?
We did not find a published rate on The Barking Dog's website when we checked it (2026-10-20); call the facility for pricing. For reference, the Phoenix median published boarding rate is $55/night across 52 facilities.
Is someone on site overnight at The Barking Dog?
The Barking Dog'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 The Barking Dog compare with other Phoenix facilities?
It ranks #130 of 193 in the Phoenix index by Dogs Away score (9.2/10, excellent), based on 216 Google reviews averaging 4.6 stars.

Cite this record

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

The Barking Dog, Scottsdale, AZ. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-10-20. https://dogsaway.co/phoenix-az/the-barking-dog/

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