Bark Place

Bark Place is an in-home dog boarding and daycare business on McGregor Boulevard in Fort Myers, Florida. Dogs stay in a home setting rather than a row of kennel runs, and the day is built around supervised group play with temperament-tested dogs. Training is part of the mix too, from everyday house manners to therapy dog preparation.

The approach leans social. Play groups are screened by temperament before a dog joins, and the staff brings more than 20 years of group play experience to reading those groups. An AKC Canine Good Citizen evaluator works on staff, so CGC classes and test prep happen in the same place a dog already boards.

Services at a glance

• In-home overnight boarding in a home environment
• Cage-free daycare with temperament-tested socialization groups
• Outdoor space for play
• Private and group training, CGC classes, and therapy dog preparation
• Discounts for additional dogs from the same family

Who it suits

This is a good match for owners who want their dog sleeping in a house, and for dogs who genuinely enjoy other dogs. Because the play groups are temperament tested, a dog needs to clear that screening before joining one. Households with two or more dogs get a break on the rate, which adds up over a longer trip.

Practical details

Bark Place is at 12695-3 McGregor Blvd, Fort Myers, FL 33919. Saturday hours run 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Rates published on the kennel's own site fall between $26 and $43 per day, depending on the service. Current vaccinations are required before a stay. The quickest way to ask about availability or a temperament test is to call (239) 872-9426 or email barkplacek9@gmail.com; the website is barkplacek9.com.