Y Bark Alone Doggy Daycare, Grooming and Boarding
DaycareBoarding
Dogs Away score8.5 /10Very good · 147 reviews · top 98% in St. Louis
Sources
Behind the 8.5
- Reviews read
- 147 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.20 ★
- Rank
- #103 of 109 in St. Louis
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Published rate$45 /nightFrom their website, 2026-10-19
$30middle $51$60
Below the St. Louis middle price
Sources
Behind the $45
- Source
- Y Bark Alone Doggy Daycare, Grooming and Boarding’s own website
- Checked on
- 2026-10-19
- Rate type
- First dog, standard night
“Nightly Boarding Rate (Basic Black Wire Crates) $45/1st Dog $40 Additional Dog ... FULL DAY OF DAYCARE $35/1st Dog $32/Additional Dog”Open their price page ↗
Y Bark Alone Doggy Daycare, Grooming and Boarding is a dog daycare in Sappington, MO, offering daycare & boarding. It scores 8.5/10 (very good) from 147 Google reviews averaging 4.2 stars — #103 of 109 in St. Louis. Its website lists boarding from $45 per night and daycare from $35 per day. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 10.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Recommended: canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis
All-day open playPlay model, per the facility.
Publishes its ratesQuoted below with a link to the source page.
Key facts
- Services
- DaycareBoardingGrooming Confirmed on their own website
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- $45/night
- Daycare rate
- $35/day
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in St. Louis
- #103 of 109
- Google rating
- ★4.2 (147)
- From downtown
- 12.1 mi
- Additional dog
- $40 additional dog (crate)
- Profile claimed on Google
- Yes
Policies & requirements
10/27
10 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 requirements5 of 6 published
Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Recommended: canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis
Their words
“all dogs must have updated vaccinations for distemper (DHLPP), Rabies, Bordetella (Kennel Cough), and a clean fecal exam. We our actively reminding all pet owners that even though the Influenza is not yet mandatory, they may want to consider getting it before it is.”ybarkalone.com/
Fecal / parasite testNegative test required
Their words
“The following are mandatory for participation: Rabies Vaccination Distemper/Parvo Vaccination (DHLPP) Bordetella Vaccination (Kennel Cough) Negative Fecal Examination”ybarkalone.com/daycare/
Spay / neuterRequired from 7 months
Their words
“Spaying/Neutering: Pets over seven months old must be neutered or spayed.”ybarkalone.com/daycare/
Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay
Their words
“For admission, dogs must: Undergo a temperament test”ybarkalone.com/daycare/
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“Show proof of Rabies, DHPP(L), and Bordetella vaccinations”ybarkalone.com/daycare/
Operations5 of 21 published
Play modelAll-day open play
Their words
“With eight to ten hours of off-leash open play, Y Bark Alone ensures dogs get ample exercise”ybarkalone.com/daycare/
Groups separated bySize and temperament
Their words
“with playrooms assigned based on size and temperament to foster a safe and friendly environment.”ybarkalone.com/daycare/
Solo care for dogs who skip group playRequired for some dogs
Their words
“We accept dog aggressive dogs into our facility and they rotate outside by themselves for one-on-one play time and potty breaks with our staff.”ybarkalone.com/important-information/
Administers medicationNo charge except injections
Their words
“We are happy to supply your pet with their oral and topical medications at no charge. ... Please note that we do administer injected medications but there is a fee.”ybarkalone.com/boarding/
FeedingOwner's food required
Their words
“Please bring your pet’s food either in individual ziploc bags containing each meal’s portion, or their food bag/container with feeding instructions attached. In case you forget your dog’s food, or their stay is extended, we can provide house food for an extra charge of $3 per meal.”ybarkalone.com/boarding/
Show 17 policies not published on their website
Bordetella lead timeNot 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
Time out of their roomNot 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
Photo / report-card updatesNot published on their website
ToursNot published on their website
Injury / fight policyNot published on their website
Veterinary accessNot 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
8.5Very goodDogs 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
fur 6cleanliness 4care for dogs 4nails 4owner 4loving staff 3convenient 3reasonable rates 2
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Booking terms & safety
- Holiday minimum stay
- Peak season and holidays require at least 2 nightsStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Who they take & how they care
- Minimum age
- All dogs must be at least 14 weeks oldStated on their website
- Breed & size limits
- States zero breed restrictionsStated on their website
- Unaltered dogs & females in heat
- Accepts intact males and females for boardingStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Price history
| Year | Boarding | Daycare | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $42/night | — | Archived page, 2025-10-10 |
| 2025 | — | $30/day | Archived page, 2025-11-14 |
| Now | $45/night | $35/day | Their website, 2026-10-19 |
First-dog standard rate, lower end of any range. How this feeds the market trend: Dogs Away Boarding Price Index.
Hours
- Mon
- 5:30 AM–8 PM
- Tue
- 5:30 AM–8 PM
- Wed
- 5:30 AM–8 PM
- Thu
- 5:30 AM–8 PM
- Fri
- 5:30 AM–8 PM
- Sat
- 6 AM–5 PM
- Sun
- 8 AM–5 PM
From the public profile, July–October 2026. Drop-off and pick-up windows can be narrower; holiday hours vary.
Location
10390 Watson Rd, Sappington, MO 63127
12.1 miles from downtown St. Louis · Get directions
Amenities & details
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about Y Bark Alone Doggy Daycare, Grooming and Boarding
What services does Y Bark Alone Doggy Daycare, Grooming and Boarding offer?
Y Bark Alone Doggy Daycare, Grooming and Boarding is listed as a dog day care center in Sappington, MO, offering daycare, boarding.
How much does Y Bark Alone Doggy Daycare, Grooming and Boarding charge?
Its website lists overnight boarding at $45 per night and daycare at $35 per day (first-dog standard rate, checked 2026-10-19). Holiday surcharges and add-ons vary; confirm when booking. The St. Louis median published boarding rate is $51/night.
What vaccines does Y Bark Alone Doggy Daycare, Grooming and Boarding require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Recommended: canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at Y Bark Alone Doggy Daycare, Grooming and Boarding?
Y Bark Alone Doggy Daycare, Grooming and Boarding'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 Y Bark Alone Doggy Daycare, Grooming and Boarding compare with other St. Louis facilities?
It ranks #103 of 109 in the St. Louis index by Dogs Away score (8.5/10, very good), based on 147 Google reviews averaging 4.2 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
Y Bark Alone Doggy Daycare, Grooming and Boarding, Sappington, MO. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-10-20. https://dogsaway.co/st-louis-mo/y-bark-alone-doggy-daycare-grooming-and-boarding/Similar places near Sappington
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