The Local Bark
BoardingCat boardingDaycare
Dogs Away score9.8 /10Exceptional · 466 reviews · top 4% in Sacramento
Sources
Behind the 9.8
- Reviews read
- 466 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.90 ★
- Rank
- #3 of 94 in Sacramento
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Policies published6 of 27From their website, 2026-10-20
The Local Bark is a pet boarding in Rancho Cordova, CA, offering boarding & daycare. It scores 9.8/10 (exceptional) from 466 Google reviews averaging 4.9 stars — #3 of 94 in Sacramento. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 6.
Top 4% in Sacramento#3 of 94 by Dogs Away score, from 466 reviews.
All-day open playPlay model, per the facility.
Outdoor access: yard and poolPer the facility’s website.
Key facts
- Services
- BoardingCat boardingDaycareTrainingGroomingPet sitting
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- Not published
- Daycare rate
- Not published
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in Sacramento
- #3 of 94
- Google rating
- ★4.9 (466)
- From downtown
- 12.7 mi
- Profile claimed on Google
- Yes
Policies & requirements
6/27
6 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
Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay
Their words
“All new guests must complete an evaluation day prior to boarding for the first time”localbark.com/dog-boarding
Operations6 of 21 published
Play modelAll-day open play
Their words
“Boarding at The Local Bark includes all-day play for all social guests, and your dog can also take advantage of our many additional services.”localbark.com/dog-boarding
Outdoor accessYard and pool
Their words
“Daycare Amenities 10,000 square feet of outdoor play space 1,500 square feet of climate-controlled indoor play space 3 foot deep beach front entry pool”localbark.com/dog-daycare
Climate controlClimate-controlled
Their words
“Dogs staying overnight at The Local Bark can enjoy our custom designed guest rooms in our climate controlled sleep area.”localbark.com/dog-boarding
Photo / report-card updatesYes — described in 15 reviews, not stated by the facility
Administers medicationYes, no charge
Their words
“No additional charge for giving standard medications”localbark.com/dog-boarding
Online bookingYes
Their words
“To request lodging, daycare, grooming, or training reservations for either location, you will be redirected to our secure, third-party client booking portal.”localbark.com/privacy-policy
Show 20 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
Vaccination recordsNot 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
Solo care for dogs who skip group playNot published on their website
HousingNot published on their website
CapacityNot published on their website
Live cameras for ownersNot published on their website
ToursNot 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
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 27report card 15dog training 10clean facility 9dog socialization 8happy dogs 8playtime 6vaccination policy 2
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
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
- 8:30 AM–4:30 PM
- Sun
- 12–6 PM
From the public profile, July–October 2026. Drop-off and pick-up windows can be narrower; holiday hours vary.
Location
3201 Fitzgerald Rd, Rancho Cordova, CA 95742
12.7 miles from downtown Sacramento · Get directions
Amenities & details
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about The Local Bark
What services does The Local Bark offer?
The Local Bark is listed as a pet boarding service in Rancho Cordova, CA, offering boarding, cat boarding, daycare.
How much does The Local Bark charge?
We did not find a published rate on The Local Bark's website when we checked it (2026-10-20); call the facility for pricing. For reference, the Sacramento median published boarding rate is $55/night across 24 facilities.
Is someone on site overnight at The Local Bark?
The Local Bark'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 Local Bark compare with other Sacramento facilities?
It ranks #3 of 94 in the Sacramento index by Dogs Away score (9.8/10, exceptional), based on 466 Google reviews averaging 4.9 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
The Local Bark, Rancho Cordova, CA. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-10-20. https://dogsaway.co/sacramento-ca/the-local-bark/Similar places near Rancho Cordova
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