Barking Bonds

Barking Bonds is an in-home, cage-free dog boarding and daycare service in Fort Collins, Colorado, run by a dog trainer and behavioral consultant. Dogs stay in a home setting instead of a kennel, and training is a core part of what the business offers.

What does a boarding stay look like?

Boarding here is built around keeping a dog's routine familiar. Owners describe how their dog sleeps at home, and the sleeping arrangement is matched to that habit. Days mix physical exercise with mental work.

• Indoor and outdoor exercise
• Puzzle and sniffing enrichment
• Special Kong treats
• One-on-one play and cuddle time
• Medication administration when a dog needs it

Owners receive regular photo and video updates while their dog is away from home.

What makes Barking Bonds different?

The training background shapes the whole approach. Barking Bonds describes its method as positive, patient, and respectful of a dog's natural behavior. The focus is on helping owners understand how their dog communicates, so the dog doesn't have to guess what humans want. Enrichment matters here because busy minds tend to make fewer unwanted choices.

The trainer holds a UMPAS Mexican professional dog trainer certification, and the business is insured and bonded. Services are offered in English, Spanish, and Italian, which helps bilingual and multilingual households in Fort Collins.

Practical details for owners

Bookings are handled by phone at (720) 692-7078. The business can also be reached by email at barkingbonds@gmail.com. Every dog must have current vaccinations before a stay. Barking Bonds also keeps Facebook and Instagram pages for owners who want to follow along before reaching out.