The Barking Dog - Hooksett

The Barking Dog - Hooksett offers dog boarding in Hooksett, NH, along with daycare, grooming, and training. The kennel accepts dogs of every size, from small breeds through giant ones. Boarding runs are climate controlled, warmed by radiant floor heat in winter and air conditioned in summer.

Services and amenities

• Overnight boarding, including private suites
• Daycare with indoor play space and sport-turfed outdoor yards
• Indoor year-round swimming through the Private Swim Package
• Grooming and training
• Medication administration and special diet feeding

What makes this kennel different

Year-round indoor swimming is the feature most owners notice first, and it is offered here as a Private Swim Package. Boarding stays can be built out with Playtime Packages at the Gold, Silver, or Bronze level, so a dog who thrives on group play can get more of it. Webcam access lets owners look in on the day. Cats stay in separate temperature-controlled condos, most with window views, away from the dogs, and the facility also boards birds, small animals, and exotics. Repeat visits earn credit through the Pets Points loyalty rewards program.

Practical details

Published rates run from $17 to $30 per day, depending on the accommodation and services chosen. Reservations are made online. Vaccinations are required. The kennel is open 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM Monday through Friday, and 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM on Saturday and Sunday, so early drop-offs and after-work pickups both work on weekdays. The phone number is (603) 686-7274, and the facility posts updates on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.