Had the best boarding experience here! We have 3 dogs, 2 of them need special accommodations. The staff was so helpful and sweet and our dogs had the best time. We will definitely be boarding again. read more

Boarded our dog and found out she had chewed the blanket in her kennel and swallowed the shreds. We only learned of it after she began to vomit pieces of the blanket up. Vet was able to get a tennis- ball sized wad out of her stomach. We were lucky it had not passed yet into her bowels where surgery would be required. Still a $600 vet bill. Called to find out what happened and was promised the owner would call us. Still waiting. My dog was not provided good care and staff we spoke to didn't seem to care or take us seriously. Terrible experience after using their daycare for some time. read more

I have boarded my dog here at least 4 weeks a year over the past 5 years and they have always been wonderful! I especially like adding the option to get daily photos while she is there read more

Did not have a good experience. The first couple of visits were pretty good although the staff kind of made us feel like they were doing us a favor by interacting with us at all. Then our dog was accused of being a fence jumper and banished forever. We have a fenced yard with lots of temptations and have never ever seen him attempt to climb a fence. If he did so I would think it would have been out of fear. Regardless, a boarding facility should have a fence that a small dog could not escape even if the dog did try to get out. read more

If I could give zero stars I would. I am absolutely heartbroken over having to write this review. For 5 years I brought my Australian Shepherd to this establishment and had nothing but a wonderful experience. He loved them, and they loved him. When he passed away part of losing him was losing the community that they provided for dog owners. Now two years after his death I have a new puppy. To be fair he is a giant breed, but nevertheless a puppy. He has been trained. He has passed the ADULT AKC good citizen test. His only crime is that he has all of the puppy energy in a big body he doesn't know how to coordinate yet. My first thought was Barking Ranch will be perfect for him, he can make friends and be busy playing during the day when I can't give it to him because I am at work. I was wrong. From day one, they were rude to me. Would talk over me, publicly judge and admonish me in front of the reception area because my puppy was so excited he was wiggling and I struggled to get his collar off of him. They "tested" his temperament by putting him in a large group pen, not separated by age or size and when he got over excited and started jumping they isolated him for the rest of the day in an outdoor pen. No one played with him, they left him alone and stressed out beyond belief. To the point that he had never had isolation anxiety before and after that first day he started exhibiting that concerning behavior. They blamed him, and judged me saying I wasn't doing enough to exercise him and make sure he had burned up his puppy energy. I'm nice, I'm forgiving and understanding, and they had been so wonderful for my other smaller dog that I gave them another chance. I did not get another "bad report" about his behavior and so as far as I knew it was a one times oops and all was right with the world. Again, I was wrong. I found out they were taking my money, that I was paying to make sure he played and socialized and had fun, to only isolate him in an outdoor pen everyday. They were not letting him play with the other dogs his age or size, instead he got to watch them from across the yard and be left alone with no one to play with dog or human. Torture for a puppy. His anxiety increased and when they put him back into an all sizes all ages dog pen and the other dogs were biting at HIM, because he was trying to play with them and say hi to them, they isolated him again. When I picked him up I was told that he was aggressive and "snippy" and had to be removed for the safety of the other dogs. "He needs training, he needs to learn boundaries". My puppy, my 4 1/2 month old fully trained AKC good citizen certified puppy who has never and I mean NEVER been aggressive with another person or dog was being labeled aggressive and indiscriminately isolated. I noticed something was off about him that evening but I thought it was from the stress and trauma of the day. the next morning, both of my puppy's back legs were lame. He was collapsing, screaming when they were touched, and couldn't go to the bathroom outside because he was struggling to walk, and couldn't squat. I immediately got him to the vet and they had me leave him there because they were going to have to run extensive tests on him to make sure his legs and hips and potentially his spine were not damaged. When I called barking Ranch to get clarification and honesty from them about what actually occurred the day before, they blamed him again, changed their story several times, and the one girl who told me my puppy was being "snippy" lied and said that she had never said that. DO NOT take your dog here. Especially if you have a large or giant breed dog of any age. They are for all intents and purposes not a safe boarding/day care company. They will take your money and cause your dog more harm than good. Update: My puppy does not have a broken bone or damaged spine, however the muscles in his thighs had been badly sprained and has to essentially be on bed rest for the next two weeks to prevent further damage. It is not worth it to me to take my puppy to a place that is supposed to keep him safe and doesn't. read more

I've heard such great things about this place but did not have a good experience. I called at the beginning of January for a mid-March stay (I wanted to call early given it was spring break week) and was told to "call back closer to the dates because we can accommodate if you book a week in advance." So now, it's the middle of February, and I call to book and they tell me there is no space available. I explain my situation and what I was told and they did not seem to care. They could have offered to put me on a list if anyone cancels but the person on the phone was quite cold. I'm sure they are great with pets given all the good reviews but I am very disappointed in what I was told. If you want to use this place, don't listen to the people on the phone and make sure you book right away. read more

We had to board our pup for a week. Our vet recommended Barking Ranch. We were so pleased with the facility and especially the employees. Our "Bo" is still a very active puppy who enjoys running and jumping. He is not around many dogs as we live on 17 acres. The care takers there were very positive and informative. We were so pleased with his care. As he grows, we may consider sending him here for training as well. Thanks Barking Ranch for providing such a great place for our pooch. It truly made our trip so much more enjoyable read more

We found this place for doggy day care when we adopted our sweet girl. We couldn't be more pleased with the facility. Our puppy is always so happy to go play with her friends there...human and canine. They are the best! read more

My four legged canine friend has been coming here to play with his friends almost daily for years. The staff is amazing and treat each dog & cat as their own. They have lots of fun activities, well monitored play time, holiday parties, trainer, groomer and the vets are next door. Their boarding facilities are terrific. If we have to go out of town our dog and cats feel like they are at summer camp. No trauma or drama, just fun and affection. This is the best place. Not our first, but definitely our last. read more

The employees are rude. We called to make and appoint and check to see if our pets needed anything as far as shots before their stay, as we prefer to take our pets to their own vet. We were told twice that we needed nothing and our pets and their records were fine. Upon picking up our pets we were given a bill for 80 dollars for shots and a separate bill for boarding. We complained but and it was clear to us this was done to spite us for having questioned them about shots. The second time we have been told our pets needed nothing and then given a bill. These people are rude and deceitful. I wonder how they treat our pets if they treat customers this way? read more

I would never trust this place with my dog when they treat humans so badly. This business treated me very rudely. Manager was hostile, blatantly rude.. Business Owner never called me, even though I HAD been a long time client. They don't communicate the dog owner's wishes to the groomer. It's a shame because it's a pretty facility. read more

We drive from Houston to board our dog at Barking Ranch during our vacations. Brenham folks are lucky to have this place.

Every time I bring my dogs they can't wait to get inside like its the dog park. Very very amazing staff, they treat your dogs just like family. Would recommend this place above all others to anyone in the area. Love it! read more

This is a very nice facility that looks clean and well cared for. However, when we arranged for a one-night stay for our dog as we passed through Brenham, we were not told about their vaccination policy, which includes bordatella every 6 months rather than a year, as well as two additional flu shots and an additional vaccination. As our dog is current on all vaccinations, this was a surprise that resulted in 78.00 in shot charges in addition to boarding. We were not told about this when we reserved, and we would have chosen a different facility in the Brenham/Bastrop/Austin area had we known. In addition, the receptionists were very cavalier about it. When we picked up our dog the next day at 11AM, she urinated outside much more than usual and I suspected she had not been let out that morning. I have my doubts and, should the occasion arise when we are in the area again, we will not choose this facility. read more

We LOVE this place. Everyone there takes such good care of our pug. Whether he's just been there for the day or he's spent a few nights, we know he's being treated like a king. Great Experience for Pets and their People read more

Took advantage of a northern rescue trying to pull a dog from a shelter. Transferred to the vet clinic when the dog was not sick and ran up the bill. Held dogs hostage until the bill was paid. Promised to give rescue a discounted rate for boarding and charged the full rate. Glad I don't live in Texas. read more