Bark and Soul Dog

Bark and Soul Dog is a woman-owned training and care facility at 93 Waterbury Rd. in Prospect, CT. It offers overnight boarding, a structured day stay program, training, and grooming. For owners comparing dog boarding in Prospect, the main difference here is an approach built around training. The goal is a calm setting that still keeps dogs mentally engaged while their people are away.

What does a stay look like?

The kennel has up to 20 lodging units. Each one has a comfy bed, bedding, the dog's own bowls, and decompression toys. Days follow a set structure instead of open, all-day group play.

• Supervised play groups
• Treadmill exercise
• Educational walks
• One-on-one activities for less social dogs
• Indoor play areas and outdoor space

How is it different from a typical daycare?

The day stay program is meant for dogs that spend the day home alone or have a hard time in a busy group daycare. Dogs that don't enjoy other dogs still get attention through one-on-one activities, so they aren't left out. The facility focuses on balanced training, and that focus shapes how it runs boarding and day stays. Training and grooming are both offered on site, so owners can handle several needs in one place.

Practical details

The kennel's website lists boarding prices of $50 to $60 per night. Hours are 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM Tuesday through Friday and 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM on Saturday. The facility is closed Sunday and Monday. Dogs must be up to date on their vaccinations. To ask about openings, owners can call (203) 632-9409 or email barkandsouldogtraining@gmail.com.