Eddie & Barkus

Eddie & Barkus is a dog boarding and daycare business at 3060 Thunder Rd S in Fargo, ND, taking dogs from small to giant. Alongside overnight stays, the facility offers grooming, training, and daytime play, so one visit can cover several needs at once. Overnight boarding runs $60 per night according to the kennel's published rates.

Services and amenities

• Overnight hotel boarding with surround-sound music
• Indoor and outdoor play areas for all sizes, plus a private dog park
• Private one-on-one walks
• Grooming, spa services, and training
• Private suites and medication administration

How dogs spend the day

Dogs are placed in playgroups by size and temperament rather than mixed into one crowd. A nap time is scheduled daily from 11 to 1, which keeps the day from running at full volume start to finish. Indoor and outdoor space means weather does not cancel play, which matters through a North Dakota winter. A private dog park gives a fenced option outside the main play yards, and one-on-one walks are available for dogs who do better away from a group. For owners of dogs on medication, pre-vet and vet-tech staff are on hand, and the facility administers medication during stays.

Getting started

Every dog goes through an application and evaluation process before a first stay, and vaccinations are required. Booking is handled online. Training is available too, which suits owners who want to work on manners while their dog is already spending days at the facility. Grooming can be booked alongside a boarding stay.