The Barkery Boarding and Daycare Inc.
BoardingDaycare
Dogs Away score9.4 /10Excellent · 124 reviews · top 47% in Tampa
Sources
Behind the 9.4
- Reviews read
- 124 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.70 ★
- Rank
- #79 of 184 in Tampa
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Published rate$35 /nightFrom their website, 2026-09-08
$25middle $45$60
Below the Tampa middle price
Sources
Behind the $35
- Source
- The Barkery Boarding and Daycare Inc.’s own website
- Checked on
- 2026-09-08
- Rate type
- First dog, standard night
“Kennels 3x4- $35/night (Small: under 20 lbs.) 3x5- $40/night (Medium: under 35 lbs.) 4x5- $45/night (Large: 35+ lbs.) 4x6- $55/night (X-Large: 85+ lbs.) … $30 for single day of the week”Open their price page ↗
The Barkery Boarding and Daycare Inc. is a pet boarding in Lutz, FL, offering boarding & daycare. It scores 9.4/10 (excellent) from 124 Google reviews averaging 4.7 stars — #79 of 184 in Tampa. Its website lists boarding from $35–$55 per night and daycare from $30 per day. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 5.
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
- BoardingDaycareDog walkingGroomingPet sitting Confirmed on their own website
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- $35–$55/night
- Daycare rate
- $30/day
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in Tampa
- #79 of 184
- Google rating
- ★4.7 (124)
- From downtown
- 14.8 mi
- Additional dog
- 1/2 price kennel for each additional dog in the same kennel
- 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, 2026-09-08. Open a policy to see their exact words.
Admission requirements2 of 6 published
Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Their words
“We ask that all pets are up to date on their shots while they are boarding with us. Dogs: Rabies Bordatella Distemper”thebarkeryboardinganddaycare.godaddysites.com/dog-boarding-1
Spay / neuterNot required
Their words
“We do not require your pets to be neutered or spayed to come play with us, we separate our groups accordingly to prevent any accidents from happening.”thebarkeryboardinganddaycare.godaddysites.com/doggie-daycare
Operations3 of 21 published
Groups separated byTemperament
Their words
“We separate our groups by the personalities of each dog, not necessarily by size.”thebarkeryboardinganddaycare.godaddysites.com/doggie-daycare
Climate controlClimate-controlled
Their words
“We have a total of 4 outside runs to separate groups of dogs, and one inside air conditioned playroom for them to relax from the heat outside.”thebarkeryboardinganddaycare.godaddysites.com/doggie-daycare
Administers medicationYes, for a fee
Their words
“Medication (per dose): $3 *pricing may vary for special meds*”thebarkeryboardinganddaycare.godaddysites.com/dog-boarding-1
Show 22 policies not published on their website
Bordetella lead timeNot published on their website
Fecal / parasite testNot published on their website
Temperament evaluationNot 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
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
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
cleanliness 11friendly owners 9safe environment 8happy dogs 5special care 4clean facility 3social media updates 3excited dogs 2
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Who they take & how they care
- Cats
- Boards cats ($20 per night)Stated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Hours
- Mon
- 6:30 AM–7 PM
- Tue
- 6:30 AM–7 PM
- Wed
- 6:30 AM–7 PM
- Thu
- 6:30 AM–7 PM
- Fri
- 6:30 AM–7 PM
- Sat
- 6:30 AM–12 PM, 4–7 PM
- Sun
- 6:30 AM–12 PM, 4–7 PM
From the public profile, July–October 2026. Drop-off and pick-up windows can be narrower; holiday hours vary.
For travelers
- TPA · Tampa International
- 12.5 mi
- Weekday hours span
- 6:30 AM – 7 PM
- Open Sunday
- Yes
Straight-line miles, not driving distance. Hours span from the public profile; confirm drop-off and pick-up windows before a flight.
Location
5109 W Lutz Lake Fern Rd, Lutz, FL 33558
14.8 miles from downtown Tampa · Get directions
Amenities & details
Identifies as Latino-ownedOnsite servicesWheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotGender-neutral restroomFree parking lotOn-site parking
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about The Barkery Boarding and Daycare Inc.
What services does The Barkery Boarding and Daycare Inc. offer?
The Barkery Boarding and Daycare Inc. is listed as a pet boarding service in Lutz, FL, offering boarding, daycare.
How much does The Barkery Boarding and Daycare Inc. charge?
Its website lists overnight boarding at $35–$55 per night and daycare at $30 per day (first-dog standard rate, checked 2026-09-08). Holiday surcharges and add-ons vary; confirm when booking. The Tampa median published boarding rate is $45/night.
What vaccines does The Barkery Boarding and Daycare Inc. require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at The Barkery Boarding and Daycare Inc.?
The Barkery Boarding and Daycare Inc.'s website does not say whether a person is on site overnight (checked 2026-09-08). That is common — ask the facility directly before booking an overnight stay.
How does The Barkery Boarding and Daycare Inc. compare with other Tampa facilities?
It ranks #79 of 184 in the Tampa index by Dogs Away score (9.4/10, excellent), based on 124 Google reviews averaging 4.7 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
The Barkery Boarding and Daycare Inc., Lutz, FL. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-09-08. https://dogsaway.co/tampa-fl/the-barkery-boarding-and-daycare-inc/Similar places near Lutz
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