Original Bark · SW Terwilliger Blvd
Sources
- Reviews read
- 127 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.50 ★
- Rank
- #113 of 156 in Portland
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Sources
- Source
- Original Bark’s own website
- Checked on
- 2026-10-27
- Rate type
- First dog, standard day
“Single day: $45”Open their price page ↗
Original Bark is a dog daycare in Portland, OR, offering daycare & boarding. It scores 9.1/10 (excellent) from 127 Google reviews averaging 4.5 stars — #113 of 156 in Portland. Its website lists daycare from $45 per day. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 6.
Key facts
- Services
- DaycareDog walkingBoardingGrooming Confirmed on their own website
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- Not published
- Daycare rate
- $45/day
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in Portland
- #113 of 156
- Google rating
- ★4.5 (127)
- From downtown
- 3.6 mi
- Neighborhood
- Southwest Portland
- Profile claimed on Google
- Yes
Policies & requirements
6 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
Their words
“Required vaccines: Rabies, Distemper, Parvo and Bordetella.”originalbark.com/faqs
Their words
“Additionally, all dogs must be spayed or neutered by 6 months to play or board at Original Bark.”originalbark.com/faqs
Their words
“Schedule a Free Temperament Evaluation: Before your dog's first daycare, boarding, or hiking visit, you'll schedule a free temperament evaluation.”originalbark.com/
Their words
“During the assessment we will also ask for proof of vaccines from your vet, or alternatively you can upload them into your customer profile during registration.”originalbark.com/faqs
Operations2 of 21 published
Their words
“Our kennel area is indoor, climate controlled, and dimly lit with soft music playing to help relax our overnight guests.”originalbark.com/faqs
Their words
“If you're unable to register or book online, or you'd rather speak with our front desk, give us a call at (503) 295-BARK.”originalbark.com/
Show 21 policies not 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
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
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Booking terms & safety
- Checkout time
- Boarding checkout is 10 AM; later pick-up is charged the daycare rate for the final dayStated on their website
- Late pick-up
- Pick-up after 10 AM is charged the daycare rate for the final dayStated on their website
- Cancellation
- Peak dates: cancel 7+ days before drop-off for a full deposit refund; 6 or fewer days forfeits the depositStated on their website
- Holiday minimum stay
- 3-night minimum at the Terwilliger location on peak dates (within 4 days of major holidays)Stated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Who they take & how they care
- Anxious or shy dogs
- Dogs that are excessively anxious or fearful around people or other dogs may not be acceptedStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Hours
- Mon
- 7 AM–6:15 PM
- Tue
- 7 AM–6:15 PM
- Wed
- 7 AM–6:15 PM
- Thu
- 7 AM–6:15 PM
- Fri
- 7 AM–6:15 PM
- Sat
- 7 AM–6:15 PM
- Sun
- 7 AM–6:15 PM
From the public profile, July–October 2026. Drop-off and pick-up windows can be narrower; holiday hours vary.
For travelers
- PDX · Portland International
- 9.8 mi
- Weekday hours span
- 7 AM – 6:15 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
8526 SW Terwilliger Blvd, Portland, OR 97219
3.6 miles from downtown Portland · Southwest Portland · Get directions
Amenities & details
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
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Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
Original Bark, Portland, OR. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-09-07. https://dogsaway.co/portland-or/original-bark-7154/Similar places near Portland
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