The Barking Lot

Carrie Castaneda

2024-02

We moved here from out of state 2.5 years ago and have been going to The Barking Lot ever since. The staff takes such good care of our 3 dogs. The prices are reasonable and affordable. We are lucky to have found our dogs home away from home!

Michelle Murray

2023-11

Been taking my dog/dogs there for 10yrs now and we never have any problems. Feel very comfortable with there service.

Michelle Plotzker

2023-05

I can not recommend Kayla highly enough. I am a veterinarian and my pup Daisy is my baby. She is anxious being kenneled or blow dried. When I brought her to Kayla for the first time a few months ago she hadn’t been professionally groomed in 9 months (since we moved to the area) and my baths and brushing weren’t cutting it. Kayla listened to my explanation of Daisy’s quirks with infinite patience and did an amazing job of getting rid of the undercoat that I hadn’t been able to. She even put special earmuffs on her to block out the noise of the dryer! Daisy is just back from her second visit and looking fantastic! I love having her groomed at the start of summer to finish out the spring shedding season. Kayla took excellent care of her once again and it’s obvious that Daisy feels like a million bucks. She’s the only person in town I’ll be bringing my sweet pup to for grooming. Thanks Kayla!

Lee Brittain

2023-12

Trisha always does a fantastic job with Milo. Everyone there is professional, courteous and friendly, and I can never give Trish enough praise.

Tara T

2023-05

I've taken my pups there for grooming and boarding for over 10 years. It's easier to go out-of-town when you can tell your pets can't wait to get in the door as you're pulling into the parking lot. Melissa, Abbie, and staff are great!

L Amick

2023-05

Truly disappointed at the outcome; this was my first time using a groomer and bringing in my fluffy puppy for his first experience being groomed. I was pleased with the greeting and manner we received at check-in. I was asked if I wanted to have my puppy play with other dogs during his visit. I replied with a hearty ‘No, thank you! Absolutely no interaction with other dogs.’Receiving my puppy back, all appeared to have gone smoothly. I was told that the puppy couldn’t have been more well behaved. The pup looked good, albeit slightly subdued, not running to greet me. Throughout the remainder of the day, the puppy refused to take in any water or food. Strange for this chow-hound! My husband and I took turns watching him overnight, trying to encourage water intake, to no avail. 7am the following day, 24hrs from the time we had dropped him at the groomer, my husband took him to the emergency vet for examination as he had been without food or water too long. Meanwhile, I went back to The Barking Lot in search of security footage.Exam and X-rays showed nothing, so he was sent home with subcutaneous fluids and an injection of anti-inflammatory. Within an hour, the puppy brightened some and was able to take in some water, but no kibble. We tried moist food, anything to get him eating. Nothing.After great delay in accessing security footage, the owner had us come in to review footage. This revealed our puppy on the grooming table in standard slide loop around the neck. But there was another dog, loose in the room. After I had stated ‘absolutely no contact with other dogs.’ The loose pup was allowed to jump up at our puppy, baiting him to play & our pup returned in kind, working hard to pull down on that slide loop and wrench his head side-to-side to see where the loose pup would attack from next. This went on for over 10 minutes, causing enough soft tissue damage that the throat became so swollen and irritated, he was unable to eat or take in water. He had been allowed to essentially strangle himself while two groomers looked on it as ‘play’!It took an additional emergency trip to our vet for more detailed xrays and investigation to find significant swelling to the neck area. It took an additional injection of anti-inflammatory, plus 3 more days of the same in pill format, to bring the swelling down enough to regain his normal water intake, but took the better part of a month to regain the weight lost, return to the regular feed & off canned food.The most disheartening piece of this is how the end result was treated. No offer to apologize, help cover the costs for emergency vet, not so much as a follow-up call to find out how the puppy/client were doing!I hope this helps others make a more informed decision regarding the care given by this establishment.

James Dekezel

2022-05

I have a very Hairy German Shepherd. Kayla did a great job of making sure she gets brushed before bathing and removing as much fur as safely as possible. She does a great job trimming up around her sanitary areas and under belly. Definitely not the cheapest place in town, but I like the way my pup is treated at the facility.

Cheryl Reed

2017-05

This place is amazing. I have always had the best experience. The owner Melissa has given one on one treatment not only to my dog, but to my self as well. The new courtesy calls they are working in to their rutine is a great plus. I would have missed my last appointment had I not gotten one. (Totally my fault) The quality of grooming that my little guy has gotten has ALWAYS been the reason I spread the word about this place. I also know that when I leave for a couple days and have to board my little guy he is in good hands. Buddy always gets so excited when I ask him if he wants to go see Melissa! Its a great feeling to know that all is well with him every time we go.

Nicole Roth

2021-05

We just got our dog back today from grooming and he looks awesome as always. We asked for his hair to be cut shorter this time, but not buzzed. They did a perfect job. We have tried to do this haircut on him at home, but it doesn’t look even after we do it and we can’t get his hair so incredibly soft like they do. Thanks so much for being the #1 dog grooming and boarding for our family!

Lindsey Guerrero

2017-05

The Barking Lot is simply AMAZING! No words can express how thankful I am to have a place I can leave my pups and know that they are in good hands. Melissa and staff are amazing and truly understand dogs of all breeds, temperaments, and personalities. One of my dogs has separation anxiety and the other is a timid rescue. The Barking Lot has done wonders for both separation anxiety and socialization. I always had such anxiety leaving my dogs with other boarding facilities, but now I can go on vacation with absolutely no hesitation because I know my dogs are being loved and cared for as they would be at home. Both pups get excited to go to daycare at The Barking Lot! In addition to the daycare and boarding facilities, the groomers are wonderful. They are incredibly gentle, loving, and do an awesome job at nail trimming! The Barking Lot goes above and beyond, I would never trust my dogs with anyone else! And the facilities are immaculate, always incredibly clean! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!

Janice Megel

2024-04

Great service very clean the attendants are wonderful with the pet's

Nick OHara

2019-05

Have been taking my dog here for grooming every 10 weeks since 2013 and have always had a positive experience. Helena is an excellent groomer and always asks questions to ensure our dog looks how we want.Have also used their boarding services once in summer 2018 with another positive experience. We don't board our dog often but we'll continue to use Barking Lot in the future.

Jill Vandenberg

2020-05

The Barking Lot is amazing!! They are so thoughtful and knowledgeable about all pets! Things I never even knew! Melissa runs her business in a very efficient manner. I have had many friends who have been recommended there and love it. I will continue to keep bringing my dog there for playtime and bathing!

Cindy Simons

2018-05

My husband and I boarded our dogs here for a week while we were on our honeymoon. We loved how friendly everyone was when we dropped the dogs off and it was so great to have them text us photos of them playing while we were gone. We missed them but we felt so much better knowing they were somewhere that would give them quality attention. One of our dogs is old and blind and I was worried that he wouldn't be treated kindly at other places because he's very timid and stubborn in unfamiliar surroundings...he did wonderful though here and they were very patient with him. We will definitely bring them back here the next time we go out of town.

Stephanie P.

2018-05

Can't say enough great things about this place. The owner, Melissa, and her staff are simply amazing, and always care for my two frenchies like they are their own. Wally and Winston love going there, and I never have to worry if they are being cared for and watched over. I literally trust Barking Lot with our boys more than I trust our own family! Thank you Barking Lot Staff for always making my out of town trips less stressful knowing they are being loved as they would be at home while I am away. Hands down, would refer ANYONE who loves their pets to consider Barking Lot for their daycare/boarding needs.

Kerri Parkhill

2017-05

I have been a long time client of The Barking Lot. I take my dog there for both grooming and boarding. I am someone who researches places before choosing where to go, rather than just picking one. The Barking Lot was not only highly and frequently recommended; the owner and staff are some of the most skilled, educated, and experienced in the area.I am so grateful I chose The Barking Lot and have a place where the employees and owner not only provide superior service but genuinely care for my dog. I have always been treated with the utmost respect. They listen to me so that I get the trim I want on my dog. They have gotten to know me and my dog which makes it easier when I have to be away from my dog because I know he is comfortable with them and I know he is in good hands.

Dennis DeBruin

2022-05

Best of everything for caring for your dog. Good grooming, good boarding. If you have a herding dog with lots of fur, get a grooming with Helena, she knows how to handle herding dogs, she has a lot of them.

Kathryn Johnson

2017-05

My anxious corgi/chow mix dog Molly has been professionally groomed and boarded in a clean and well maintained environment over seven years here until her recent passing.The staff is always friendly, honest and took excellent care of my Molly They even sent a condolence gift to my home. What more could you ask for?

Heather Wheeler

2020-05

We have been taking our dog to Melissa and her amazing staff at the Barking Lot for 2 years now and LOVE it! From puppy training, weekly doggie daycare, grooming and boarding for vacations, they do it all and our dog is always excited and happy as well!

Misc Junk

2017-05

Two appointments set up with a crazy amount of notice due to them being a very sought after groomer. Both instances I am called the morning of the appointment and treated as if I have inconvenienced the owner to the nth degree. Both instances I asked why I was not called the day before. I was referred to this business by my vet who has a similar pooch as mine. I do not recommend this groomer. If your appointment is months out I would think a call the day before would be part of the routine. When I asked why I didn't get a call an excuse of a funeral was made. Sorry about your lose, I truly am. I do not think that has any relation to the operating practices of your business. Please keep in mind this is a conversation with the owner. I feel like she preferred to not have me as a customer and this was the way she went about making that happen. Find a new groomer if you don't show you dog. Or have a toy pooch.

Matthew R Eslick

2019-05

First time visiting The Barking Lot. Staff was friendly and well-prepared. The grooming services are a bit steep, but they did a fantastic job with my dog, who gets nervous in almost any setting other than being at home.

Ironladydoc

2021-05

We have gone to Melissa for 13 years and love her!

Dan Dykstra

2013-05

I would strongly recommend using their services...I began taking Tate there when he was just a puppy, we went through their obedience classes which was very beneficial. I have used them for boarding and daycare services for the past three years with great results! Melissa and staff are great!

Kenny Clark

2020-05

Our German Shepherd Embassy does very well here when we are traveling. He has made a couple of friends over the years. When we first started taking him there he couldn't be around other dogs. Now he has play time with several dogs. That means the world to us.

Carrie Hardman

2019-05

My little Haley loves going here. Gets so excited to see her groomer. They treat the animals like their own. They take great care in making sure fur babies are comfortable and happy.

Don Cue

2017-05

The best care for our dogs!Melissa and her team are responsive, caring and professional. They've been grooming our pets since they were puppies. The boarding and day care services are terrific.

Pam Doubek

2020-05

My dog family’s home away from home. They love to board here and come home happy and worn out. Perfect! Groomers are also skilled and thorough. As a veterinarian I do travel a lot, I count on the barking lot team.

Jan E

2015-05

I take my 13 y.o. golden to the Barking Lot for grooming and have done so for years. I do find them to be amazing! They know my Libby girl, and treat her with special care as she is older and needs some extra TLC. I have never been disappointed.

Jeff Rubino

2018-05

This place is busy! We have been taking our Wheaten Terrier there for 3 years and I've always had a good experience. You must book your appointment 2 to 3 months in advance.

Stephanie Hanson

2016-05

I have been taking my dog here since about 2010. When I first got Mikko (Chow Chow/German Shepherd Mix) I took him to a couple of groomers around town and we finally found a home at The Barking Lot. They have always done an excellent job and the price is just right! They also offer hypoallergenic shampoos if any of the 'perfume-smelling' shampoos bother anyone in your family (my sister is sensitive to everything, it never bothered me). We always book with Helena and I'm always happy with how Mikko looks. A few months after Mikko had ACL surgery I had to get him groomed and they were accommodating to his need of sitting once in awhile during his grooming which made me even happier that we go there. They genuinely care about the pets they take care of.