Bark Avenue

Bark Avenue is a dog daycare and boarding business at 301 King Street in San Francisco, in the Mission Bay neighborhood. It accepts both small and large dogs, and it runs separate small-dog and big-dog locations. Days mix indoor play with outdoor time, and staff handle dogs with positive reinforcement only.

What it offers

• Daycare with indoor play space and outdoor activity
• Dog boarding
• Group and private dog walking
• Separate locations for small dogs and big dogs
• Staff certified in dog CPR and first aid

What sets it apart

The indoor space is set up to feel homey rather than warehouse-like, and the team works at a high human-to-dog ratio, so dogs get real attention through the day. Training credentials on the team include Karen Pryor Academy Dog Trainer Foundations and CATCH Certified Dog Trainer, and several handlers are graduates of the dog*biz Dog Walking Academy. Positive reinforcement is the only handling method used, which matters to owners who want daycare to match the training approach at home. Both the small-dog and big-dog groups get indoor play space and outdoor time. Group and private dog walking runs alongside the daycare program.

Practical details

Bark Avenue is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM and closed on Saturday and Sunday. Published daycare pricing runs from $81 to $95 per day. Booking is handled online, and dogs must be current on vaccinations before attending. The facility sits at 301 King Street in the 94158 ZIP, and owners can reach the team at 415-954-2275 or info@barkavesf.com.