Barkonia
Daycare
Dogs Away score9.4 /10Excellent · 18 reviews · top 45% in San Francisco
Sources
Behind the 9.4
- Reviews read
- 18 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.80 ★
- Rank
- #60 of 156 in San Francisco
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Published rate$50 /dayFrom their website, 2026-10-19
$40middle $54$75
Below the San Francisco middle price
Sources
Behind the $50
- Source
- Barkonia’s own website
- Checked on
- 2026-10-19
- Rate type
- First dog, standard day
“Full Day $50 per day Drop off any time from 7am-4pm, last pick up at 7pm.”Open their price page ↗
Barkonia is a dog daycare in Alameda, CA, offering daycare. It scores 9.4/10 (excellent) from 18 Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars — #60 of 156 in San Francisco. Its website lists daycare from $50 per day. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 6.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis
Publishes its ratesQuoted below with a link to the source page.
Key facts
- Services
- DaycareGrooming Confirmed on their own website
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- Not published
- Daycare rate
- $50/day
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in San Francisco
- #60 of 156
- Google rating
- ★4.8 (18)
- From downtown
- 10.6 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, 2026-10-19. Open a policy to see their exact words.
Admission requirements3 of 6 published
Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis
Their words
“Your dog(s) are currently vaccinated against Rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, and Canine Influenza Virus (CIV), as required by law and our facility policy.”barkonia.com/terms-of-service
Spay / neuterRequired for group play only from 7 months
Their words
“To ensure a safe and positive play environment, all dogs participating in group play must be spayed or neutered by the age of 7 months.”barkonia.com/terms-of-service
Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay (free)
Their words
“Mandatory Assessment: All new dogs must complete Barkonia's intake process, which includes a written behavioral assessment and a Free Day of Play assessment to ensure suitability for group play.”barkonia.com/terms-of-service
Operations3 of 21 published
Groups separated bySize and temperament
Their words
“We match play groups by temperament and size so every dog has a great time.”barkonia.com/
Climate controlClimate-controlled
Their words
“Our team gives each dog personalized attention in a clean, climate-controlled 3,000 sq ft space.”barkonia.com/
Photo / report-card updatesYes
Their words
“You'll get daily reports with photos so you see exactly how your pup's day went.”barkonia.com/
Show 21 policies not published on their website
Bordetella lead timeNot published on their website
Fecal / parasite testNot 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
Play modelNot 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
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
9.4ExcellentDogs 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
friendly staff 6daily report cards 4detailed reports 3cleanliness 3people 3smell 2updates 2
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Who they take & how they care
- Updates during a stay
- Daycare includes daily photo reportsStated on their website
- Minimum age
- All dogs must be at least 16 weeks old to attendStated on their website
- Unaltered dogs & females in heat
- Intact males cannot take part in All Day PlayStated 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
2001 High St, Alameda, CA 94501
10.6 miles from downtown San Francisco · Get directions
Amenities & details
Onsite servicesWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroomFree parking lot
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about Barkonia
What services does Barkonia offer?
Barkonia is listed as a dog day care center in Alameda, CA, offering daycare.
How much does Barkonia charge?
Its website lists daycare at $50 per day (first-dog standard rate, checked 2026-10-19). Holiday surcharges and add-ons vary; confirm when booking.
What vaccines does Barkonia require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at Barkonia?
Barkonia'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 Barkonia compare with other San Francisco facilities?
It ranks #60 of 156 in the San Francisco index by Dogs Away score (9.4/10, excellent), based on 18 Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
Barkonia, Alameda, CA. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-10-19. https://dogsaway.co/san-francisco-ca/barkonia/Similar places near Alameda
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