The Barkmont LLC
DaycareBoarding
Dogs Away score9.4 /10Excellent · 78 reviews · top 45% in San Francisco
Sources
Behind the 9.4
- Reviews read
- 78 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.70 ★
- Rank
- #60 of 156 in San Francisco
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Published rate$95 /nightFrom their website, 2026-10-19
$45middle $85$120
Above the San Francisco middle price
Sources
Behind the $95
- Source
- The Barkmont LLC’s own website
- Checked on
- 2026-10-19
- Rate type
- First dog, standard night
“Our boarding service begins at a single-night rate of $95. ... Daycare rates start at $60 for a single day.”Open their price page ↗
The Barkmont LLC is a dog daycare in Berkeley, CA, offering daycare & boarding. It scores 9.4/10 (excellent) from 78 Google reviews averaging 4.7 stars — #60 of 156 in San Francisco. Its website lists boarding from $95 per night and daycare from $60 per day. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 9.
Staff on site overnightStated on the facility’s own website.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Publishes its ratesQuoted below with a link to the source page.
Key facts
- Services
- DaycareBoarding Confirmed on their own website
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- $95/night
- Daycare rate
- $60/day
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in San Francisco
- #60 of 156
- Google rating
- ★4.7 (78)
- From downtown
- 9.1 mi
- Neighborhood
- West Berkeley
- Profile claimed on Google
- Yes
Policies & requirements
9/27
9 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 · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Their words
“Rabies, Distemper, and Bordetella (canine cough) vaccinations must be current for all guests of The Barkmont.”the-barkmont.com/faq/
Spay / neuterRequired from 6 months
Their words
“All dogs six months of age or older must be spayed or neutered.”the-barkmont.com/faq/
Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay
Their words
“Once you have registered and submitted your vaccination records, we’ll email you to schedule your dog’s evaluation.”the-barkmont.com/
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“Please send us your dog’s vaccination records via our customer portal .”the-barkmont.com/faq/
Operations5 of 21 published
Staff on site overnightYes — a person is on site
Their words
“Although our facility is staffed overnight, we only offer boarding check-in and check-out during lobby hours to ensure the safety of our team and guests.”the-barkmont.com/boarding/
Staff certificationPet first aid / CPR certified staff
Their words
“As part of our mission, our staff stays up-to-date on the best practices in behavior, pet care, pet first aid and CPR.”the-barkmont.com/
Groups separated bySize and temperament
Their words
“Dogs are placed in groups based on size and temperament, creating a stress-free experience for them and peace of mind for you.”the-barkmont.com/
Photo / report-card updatesYes
Their words
“Upon pick-up, we will give you their report card for the day and summarize how their day went.”the-barkmont.com/faq/
FeedingOwner's food required
Their words
“Can I bring my own food? Yes, we require all guests to provide all food and medicine in an airtight, rigid, plastic container.”the-barkmont.com/faq/
Show 18 policies not published on their website
Bordetella lead timeNot published on their website
Fecal / parasite testNot 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
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
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
caring team 9webcams 7happy dog 4pup care 3excellent care 3dog socialization 3quick drop off and pick up 2affordability 2
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Booking terms & safety
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation until 4 PM the day before, else one night charged; holidays need a 100% depositStated on their website
- If a dog is sick
- Dogs must be free of communicable disease for 30 days; unwell dogs are isolated and sent homeStated on their website
- Handling & correction
- Staff manage social interactions using positive reinforcementStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Who they take & how they care
- Updates during a stay
- Daycare dogs get a report card at pick-upStated on their website
- Senior dogs
- Separate yards for the attention and feeding of senior dogsStated on their website
- Minimum age
- Group play requires dogs at least 14 weeks old with puppy vaccines completeStated 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
- 9 AM–5 PM
- Sun
- 9 AM–5 PM
From the public profile, July–October 2026. Drop-off and pick-up windows can be narrower; holiday hours vary.
Location
2730 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley, CA 94702
9.1 miles from downtown San Francisco · West Berkeley · Get directions
Amenities & details
Identifies as women-ownedWheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroomGender-neutral restroomLGBTQ+ friendlyTransgender safespace
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about The Barkmont LLC
What services does The Barkmont LLC offer?
The Barkmont LLC is listed as a dog day care center in Berkeley, CA, offering daycare, boarding.
How much does The Barkmont LLC charge?
Its website lists overnight boarding at $95 per night and daycare at $60 per day (first-dog standard rate, checked 2026-10-19). Holiday surcharges and add-ons vary; confirm when booking. The San Francisco median published boarding rate is $85/night.
What vaccines does The Barkmont LLC require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at The Barkmont LLC?
Yes — a person is on site, according to the facility's own website.
How does The Barkmont LLC 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 78 Google reviews averaging 4.7 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
The Barkmont LLC, Berkeley, CA. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-10-19. https://dogsaway.co/san-francisco-ca/the-barkmont-llc/Similar places near Berkeley
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