Bark Avenue Doggy Day Care
Daycare
Dogs Away score9.1 /10Excellent · 36 reviews · top 85% in San Francisco
Sources
Behind the 9.1
- Reviews read
- 36 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.50 ★
- Rank
- #115 of 156 in San Francisco
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Policies published5 of 27From their website, 2026-10-19
Bark Avenue Doggy Day Care is a dog daycare in San Francisco, CA, offering daycare. It scores 9.1/10 (excellent) from 36 Google reviews averaging 4.5 stars — #115 of 156 in San Francisco. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 5.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Recommended: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Key facts
- Services
- Daycare
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- Not published
- Daycare rate
- Not published
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in San Francisco
- #115 of 156
- Google rating
- ★4.5 (36)
- From downtown
- 1.3 mi
- Neighborhood
- Mission Bay
- Profile claimed on Google
- Yes
Policies & requirements
5/27
5 of the 27 policies owners ask about are published on their website.Checked on their website, 2026-10-19. Open a policy to see their exact words.
Admission requirements4 of 6 published
Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Recommended: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Their words
“Please provide copies of all vaccination records prior to the start date: DHLPP (or similar) Bordetella (kennel cough) Rabies *we recommend Canine Flu & Leptospirosis”barkavesf.com/daycare-requirements/
Spay / neuterRequired from 6 months
Their words
“Neutered or spayed by around 6 months of age. If you choose to wait longer please contact us once completed.”barkavesf.com/daycare-requirements/
Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay
Their words
“Actual trial day, start date, and schedule are based on availability.”barkavesf.com/daycare-requirements/
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“Please provide copies of all vaccination records prior to the start date”barkavesf.com/daycare-requirements/
Operations2 of 21 published
Staff certificationPet first aid / CPR certified staff
Their words
“All staff are dog CPR and First Aid certified”barkavesf.com/
Photo / report-card updatesYes — described in 7 reviews, not stated by the facility
Show 21 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
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
HousingNot published on their website
Outdoor accessNot published on their website
CapacityNot published on their website
Climate controlNot 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
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
9.1ExcellentDogs 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
instagram updates 7attentive staff 7caring staff 7outdoor walks 3confidence building 3indoor play 2daily walks 2personal touch 2
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Booking terms & safety
- Handling & correction
- Positive reinforcement only; dogs never subjected to punishment, threats or yellingStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Who they take & how they care
- Minimum age
- Daycare: dogs must be at least 4 months oldStated 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
- Closed
- Sun
- Closed
From the public profile, July–October 2026. Drop-off and pick-up windows can be narrower; holiday hours vary.
Location
301 King St, San Francisco, CA 94107
1.3 miles from downtown San Francisco · Mission Bay · Get directions
Amenities & details
Wheelchair accessible entrance
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about Bark Avenue Doggy Day Care
What services does Bark Avenue Doggy Day Care offer?
Bark Avenue Doggy Day Care is listed as a dog day care center in San Francisco, CA, offering daycare.
How much does Bark Avenue Doggy Day Care charge?
We did not find a published rate on Bark Avenue Doggy Day Care's website when we checked it (2026-10-19); call the facility for pricing. For reference, the San Francisco median published boarding rate is $85/night across 45 facilities.
What vaccines does Bark Avenue Doggy Day Care require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Recommended: canine influenza, leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at Bark Avenue Doggy Day Care?
Bark Avenue Doggy Day Care's website does not say whether a person is on site overnight (checked 2026-10-19). That is common — ask the facility directly before booking an overnight stay.
How does Bark Avenue Doggy Day Care compare with other San Francisco facilities?
It ranks #115 of 156 in the San Francisco index by Dogs Away score (9.1/10, excellent), based on 36 Google reviews averaging 4.5 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
Bark Avenue Doggy Day Care, San Francisco, CA. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-10-19. https://dogsaway.co/san-francisco-ca/bark-avenue-doggy-day-care/Similar places near San Francisco
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