The Barking Birch Pet Lodge

4.9 (127)

23445 Co Rd 8, Cold Spring, MN 56320
(320) 229-2275
thebarkingbirch.com

Claimed
Pet groomer
Dog day care center
Dog trainer
Pet boarding service
Kennel
Pet trainer

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance

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Patti Aubert

2024-05

I must not have specified that our dogs room together - we were gone 12 days and one dog was rated leader of the pack the other one not - apparently she was barking - they have been there many times but the billing looked like they were in separate kennels - our chocolate dog is very anxious so if they were boarded apart it would have possibly caused her to bark. I wish we would have been contacted and I could have given pointers or had my son come pick her up. Beautiful facility and they always seemed to like going there- was over 1,000$ so will probably be doing something different for longer trips .

larry brown

2024-01

Our dog Biscuit has never been a fan of having to go to a groomer or vet. When we picked her up from a bath and a nail clipping, she was totally happy! Everyone was so nice and professional!

Allysha Marquedant

2022-05

I can't put into words how appreciative I am of the barking birch. Really wonderful people and employees. It's the only place I trust to watch my 2 dogs. They do cost a bit more then other places but I'll happily pay it, just the peace of mind that my dogs are being well cared for in a safe and clean environment is definitely worth it, and unlike other places the dogs aren't locked up in a kennel the whole time, they allow the dogs play time with other dogs outside and inside (if the weather is cold) They also have a trial run before your dog stays, (a day of daycare) I was very impressed by this because it shows how much precaution and care they put into the well being of the dogs. Take also let them potty outside! Which is a big deal because I don't want my dogs to come home thinking they can potty inside. I highly recommend. Thank you so much barking birch.

Becky Houle

2018-05

Top notch pet boarding, daycare, & grooming. Family owned and operated-your dog will get a lot of playtime and snuggles. The staff is great-they really love dogs and your dog will know it. I have been taking our dog here for the past 2 years and he loves it. He comes home tired after just a day of daycare from running around with his dog pals all day. We've also boarded him there for a week at a time several times and used their grooming services. Everything is just what you'd want for your pet. The place is kept very clean with plenty of things for the dogs to play with and on. If you're looking for a professional but family environment for your pet, this is the place.

R M

2024-01

My dog came home sick, got sick while there and said nothing.. Cost me upwards of $300 at vet to get her well.. Have talked to others that won't take their dogs back to them either..

Rod P

2019-05

Wonderful accommodations for dogs. Very clean and roomy for pets to roam. Staff are friendly and accommodating. We have boarded out dogs there many times. No cat boarding.

Susan Nohner

2023-08

Dusty Loves to stay here! He always runs in so excited and leaves so tired and happy. They love on him so well. The pictures they post are an added bonus we sure love to see.

Doug Bice

2023-12

Our Golden retriever loves this place. As soon as my wife turns into the driveway he gets excited and can't wait to get inside

Jen E

2023-05

We love the Barking Birch. Our dog was a rescue so he needed slow and proper introductions. That is actually all the Barking Birch offers, they just do it right. The staff cares and they are kind. They recently launched an app that makes it super easy for me to book online. My dog comes home tired and well socialized. He is a high-energy dog and he normally lays low for the next 24 hours. I highly recommend them.

Paul C. Wentzlaff

2021-05

The Barking Birch Pet Lodge offers superior services and pet lodging with exceptionally friendly and qualified staffing. Well done!

Crystal Anthony

2023-05

Both of our dogs love it here. They leave daycare tired and more importantly they are excited to be there. The workers know them by name and very much care about our animals as much as Travis and Shannon.

Nicholas Hazelton

2023-05

This place is great. Anytime we take a vacation or go out of town without our dog she stays here. Like everything, prices have gone up pretty significantly, but I know they’ll take care of my dog when we can’t. It’s worth the peace of mind.

Tiffany Hannus

2019-05

The Barking Birch is amazing! Our golden doodle loves it there. She is always super happy to go and comes home exhausted from all of the fun she has had. They keep the facility super clean and they have a really nice setup. I also have her groomed when she is there and they do an awesome job at that as well. The staff is super friendly and you can tell they truly love pets. I am so grateful to have found this place! You will not be disappointed.

Jennifer Harris

2023-11

Our dogs love this place. So do we. Always nice and accommodating.

austin meyers

2022-05

They take the best care of our pup Hazel! They are fun bright people and have great ethics! If you need a place for your dog to stay during the day or overnight this is the place for you. There rates are super reasonable!!

josh ricke

2023-11

Brought our lab pup Hank there for the first time today. Needless to say he loved it and will definitely be going back.

Jennifer Hjelle

2023-07

As soon as we turn down. The driveway they know and are so excited. When they go to doggy daycare, they come home exhausted. They jump up in bed and don't move the rest of the night. It is fantastic!

Angie Eichten

2022-05

The Barking Birch is wonderful! They take great care of our dog Duke and are quick to answer all my questions. I love that they post pictures of their "guests" and update you on your pets stay.

Tracy B.

2023-07

We love having Bailey go spend time at her “resort” when we need to be out of town! She always comes home tuckered out so we know she played hard!

Tim Lunsford

2017-05

Beautiful rural setting. Fantastic owners! They treat every dog as their own and go out of their way to be accommodating. Kennel facility is first class and outdoor play areas are amazing. Our dogs LOVE LOVE LOVE to go there for both daycare and overnight visits.

Misty McElroy

2020-05

Absolutely amazing grooming! My doodle looks perfect! 🐩We always use this place for pet lodging when we go out of town & our puppy is always so excited to come here for daycare as well.I couldn't recommend this place more! 👏👏👏

Beth Flohr

2021-05

Best kennel ever. We have experienced keeping our dogs at many different kennels (6 dogs over the years), and this one is the best. Their care of our dog is top drawer. I would recommend the Barking Birch to anyone & everyone!

Rana Thomas

2023-09

Took great care of my pup & the grooming was on point! Great place & will definitely return!

Michelle Heizelman

2023-05

Oliver loved his day at daycare! The staff were friendly and informative, the place is beautiful and we will definitely be back for daycare, boarding and will be trying out the grooming services too!

Kayla Ehresmann

2019-05

I have been getting my dog Pepper groomed here for roughly a year and we LOVE it. Pepper is a scared little doggo and usually I feel very uncomfortable leaving her anywhere but not here. All of the staff I have met are wonderful and you can tell they love dogs. I never worry about leaving Pepper there. I will not be going anywhere else anytime soon.

Charles Whitmer Wright

2022-05

They are super cooperative. I botched the entry requirements - forgot to bring my doggie in for a trial run overnight. They still let him come, and just let the first three hours serve as his trial run. Thank goodness he worked out! Otherwise my travel plans would have nmbeen derailed. I really appreciate the social setting. Instead of having your dog in a separate kennel, they all spend the day hanging out and playing with other dogs their own size. So if you've got a reasonably well socialized doggie, Barking Birch is like a summer camp where they arrive anxious and then when they leave they'll miss their new friends.

Erik Kessel

2022-05

Super friendly and attentive staff.. they make you feel comfortable leaving your furbabies in their care. We look forward to their Facebook posts and always keep an eye out for our wee ones to make an appearance in their pic updates!

Anthony Sanchez & Misty McElroy

2022-05

We are so very pleased with The Barking Birch!! The groomers are top notch!! Daycare is affordable and my puppies are always happy to come here!! I know they love it!

Anne Murphy

2019-05

We had taken our dog Maddie there before and Really liked it. This time we took both our dogs Maddie Nd Penny there for 8 days. Last time they dint have a veteran's discount when I asked about it, but this time they did. I know our dogs are taken care of Very well and get supervised play for most of the day playing with other dogs.

Adam Gronli

2023-05

Always friendly and the dogs have a great time while there. We have used the barking birch for boarding our dogs during several vacations.

Opening Hours

Monday 7 AM-1 PM
3-6 PM
Tuesday 7 AM-1 PM
3-6 PM
Wednesday 7 AM-1 PM
3-6 PM
Thursday 7 AM-1 PM
3-6 PM
Friday 7 AM-1 PM
3-6 PM
Saturday 8 AM-12 PM
Sunday 12-1 PM
5-6 PM

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