Bark Royal – Your dogs home away from home.

Superb mother/daughter-run boarding kennel in North Canterbury. Bark Royal can cater for up to 35 dogs in their kennels and have 17 fully fenced outdoor exercise yards. The safe and spacious environment allows for a great deal of physical exercise and stimulation. The facility is divided into large and small dog areas to avoid stress on the smaller breeds and help meet the needs of all of Bark Royal’s guests.

All the units at Bark Royal have underfloor heating for warmth in winter, and lots of windows to keep the dogs cool in summer. To indulge and pamper your pets and keep them looking, feeling and smelling spectacular, the team also offer  full grooming services on site.

 

“All of us are dog lovers. If you love dogs, then caring for them and making them feel safe and happy are a top priority. We love seeing them excited to come back!”
……
 Terri-Ann Scott (Owner & Dog Lover)
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At Royal Bark, our lovely staff are committed to providing professional and friendly service. The team’s objective is to give you peace of mind, knowing that they strive to give all of the visiting friends the affection and attention they deserve!

 

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If you are looking for a safe and reliable place for your beloved pet, make sure to contact the team at Bark Royal:

Email: bookings@barkroyal.co.nz

Mobile: 027 272 9200

LandLine: 03 312 6499

Address:  238 No 10 Road, Swannanoa 

 

Drop off and Pick up times are:

Monday to Sunday.   9:00am-10:30am & 4:00pm-5:30pm.

Drop off or pick-ups outside of these hours are by appointment only.

Please contact Bark Royal to arrange – Contact HERE

 

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MikeH September 30, 2024 8:51 am
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Excellent people in a great country location. Our dogs love it there.

GG September 20, 2024 12:03 pm
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Trix gets anxious when she is not around us. She is getting a little older and is a bit deaf and doesn’t like surprises. The staff greet her on arrival, and she is very happy to wander off with them. We know she is well looked after her coat is always glossy and she is happy. Terri-Ann and her team are great! I feel confident leaving Trix with them.

Sandy Clark September 20, 2024 8:29 am
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My dogs Taz and Kody love Bark Royal and have been staying with the wonderful team for 14 years. I always feel safe leaving the dogs in their wonderful environment, in the family unit so well set up for my now aging dogs. Thanks guys!!

Campbell September 19, 2024 10:34 pm
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I’ve been blown away by the care & dedication of the Bark Royal team, I’ve never seen my dog so comfortable with people outside his family / friends unit & he is always so happy to arrive there for his holidays.

Raja L September 19, 2024 4:33 pm
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Awesome facility, staff and location. Great place to leave your loved pooch. Friendly staff who look after doggies as if their own.

Rachel September 18, 2024 12:27 pm
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I have a very nervous Border Collie that does not like being away from home but he is very comfortable coming to the bark royal. The team there understand him and are excellent at making him feel at ease and do an awesome job of taking care of him.

Phillipa & Paul September 17, 2024 5:15 pm
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Duke, our Collie/Huntaway, is quite an anxious dog, but Terri-Ann, Debbie and the Bark Royal team are amazing and we’ve never had a problem leaving him in their care. Highly recommend without hesitation!

The Craigs September 17, 2024 12:05 pm
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Bianca, our Border Collie, loves staying at Bark Royal, to the extent she totally ignores us once we arrive! Terri-Ann and her team are wonderful and the facilities very comfortable for our girl. We certainly wouldn’t leave her with just anybody and we’re very comfortable leaving her here.

Karyn September 17, 2024 9:37 am
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I highly recommend the Bark Royal – the team are so kind and friendly. Eddie, my boisterous Border Terrier, has a wonderful time there. I’m always confident and reassured that he will be well looked after. He loves his walks and playing with the other dogs. I wouldn’t go anywhere else.

Mandy September 16, 2024 7:40 pm
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Miles enjoyed his stays so much, we can tell from his lovely smile when pick him up back home. Hats off to Teri Ann and her team.

Mishael September 15, 2024 9:27 pm
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Highly recommend Terri, Debbi and the team at Bark Royal! Our dog loves going there, and we know he is well cared for during his stay

Deb B September 15, 2024 5:12 pm
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My 4 year old loves his stays at the Bark Royal. He gets social time with other dogs and he is always super excited when I pull into the car park which is a great sign. The staff are friendly and very accommodating especially if the booking is last minute or needs to be changed.

Mark September 15, 2024 2:30 pm
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My dog enjoys staying at Bark Royal. Very reliable people and a good facility.

Batman and Odin September 15, 2024 8:23 am
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Our owners have been using Bark Royal for our boarding kennel for over twenty years. We love it there. Terri-Ann and her team genuinely care about our welfare. Batman and Odin.

Elle Hampson September 15, 2024 8:21 am
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The best boarding kennel in NZ as far as I am concerned. I have been taking my dogs to Bark Royal for over twenty years. Excellence across the board.

John & Natalie September 14, 2024 9:51 pm
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Staff are always friendly and welcoming, our fur baby Bailie loves his stays at bark royal, we feel at ease leaving.

Liz September 14, 2024 2:58 pm
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We have always had great service from bark Royal they are very friendly and look after Louis really well

Rebecca September 14, 2024 11:42 am
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I have a very anxious and timid Cavoodle who I always worried about putting into kennels. After pulling her out of her last kennel as I could tell she was stressed, I tried Bark Royal because I had heard good things, 3 years later Lola still visits each Christmas. The best part is dropping her off and her willingness to follow staff into the kennels reassures me she is comfortable. When I pick her up she is happy, clean and well looked after

Kirstie September 13, 2024 10:38 pm
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Fantastic boarding kennels. Our German Shepherd dog, Kea, love it at Bark Royal. Terri-Ann and her team are brilliantly caring, passionate and I know Kea is always so well looked after. Highly trust and recommend Bark Royal.

Jane September 13, 2024 9:09 pm
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Cosmo and Jaspa always enjoy their vacations at the Bark Royal and I enjoy my holidays more as I know my boys are being well taken care of. They return home well exercised, well fed and pretty tired after all the excitement of a stay at the Bark Royal!

Poppy September 13, 2024 8:39 pm
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Wonderful friendly and secure place to leave your loved doggie.

Bob Cotton September 13, 2024 3:23 pm
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My Cavalier King Charles spaniel Archie who has demanding health requirements for multiple food allergies and diabetes has had several stays at the Bark Royal,. He has always come back to me in good nick and has clearly been well looked after by the understanding and obliging proprietors Terri-Ann and Debbi and their caring team.

Robyn September 13, 2024 2:01 pm
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Staff are so friendly and have a genuine love of dogs.

Jock&Shel September 13, 2024 1:46 pm
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Lovely people to deal with.Tosh was well looked after. Will be going back again soon

Tim & Sarn September 13, 2024 11:43 am
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We have two Staffy’s that had their first stay at a boarding kennel. We chose Bark Royal for their stay as I only heard good things about it and I’m so glad we did. The boys, I heard loved their stay and the staff loved them to. We drove 45min for them, we could have got somewhere closer to home, but I thought it was worth the time. The Boys will be back next time we head away. A++++

Netty September 13, 2024 11:12 am
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Kai enjoys her stays at Bark Royal and we feel happy that she will be well taken care of.

Carl September 13, 2024 10:06 am
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The team were awesome. I was in a bit of a urgent health crisis that saw me out of action for 6 weeks. Teri Ann was phenomenal. She was able to accomodate us at last minute and was flexible to our needs. I think Dude won their hearts over. Thank you very much team. I am still in recovery doing a little better and Dude is his usual loveable self. Running down the river beds and swimming in the river everyday. Thank you. Highly recommend.

Little Tich September 13, 2024 8:29 am
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Maggie loved here

Tracy September 13, 2024 8:20 am
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Wonderful and caring staff, my dog is always happy to go, great with accomodating with medication administration too! Highly recommend Terry-Anne and her team

Robyn September 12, 2024 11:41 pm
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Wonderful kennels, where our elderly dog is well taken care of. Comforting to know that she is in safe hands while we are away.

Jeremy and Letritia September 12, 2024 10:07 pm
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Great care for our dogs who are frequent flyers!
Thanks team

Bev Jones September 12, 2024 9:54 pm
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Owner of 2 beautiful bichons Ziggy stardust and Bowie

Liz September 12, 2024 9:48 pm
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Rocco loves staying at Bark Royal! Staff are friendly and very knowlegable.

Michelle September 12, 2024 8:26 pm
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I Highly recommend the Bark Royal , the staff are amazing , they are very accommodating to our requirements and requests. Our dogs seem to enjoy their holiday there and I always feel happy and comfortable leaving my beloved dogs in their care .

Janet September 12, 2024 8:19 pm
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Very friendly staff

Sandra September 12, 2024 7:28 pm
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My experience with Bark Royal was a very pleasant one. I found the operators to be very friendly and I felt my dog was treated very much as an individual and not a number. When I picked her up she seemed very happy and content.

Kath September 12, 2024 7:00 pm
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Really happy leaving my dog here – caring and friendly people

Shayne September 12, 2024 5:27 pm
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A pleasure to deal with.scrappy and buddy are always looked after well.

Trushka September 12, 2024 4:10 pm
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The most wonderful and caring staff that genuinely love your dog
Could not recommend anywhere better to care for my beloved dog

Team Reefton September 12, 2024 4:01 pm
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Great to deal with. Our dogs enjoy staying with the team at bark royal. Great set up

Carla September 12, 2024 3:53 pm
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The best home away from home for our doggies!

Maggie and Lizzie September 12, 2024 3:33 pm
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Our dogs are our family and I fully trust that Bark Royal treat them as their family too!

Esther September 12, 2024 3:26 pm
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Our Spoodle Archie loves his time ar Bark Royal, 100% recommend.

Wendy September 12, 2024 3:21 pm
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Great service – always so happy to see your dog and make a fuss over them.

Nicolla September 12, 2024 3:09 pm
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Awesome 🤩 set up and lovely care of our fur babies . Thank you

Helen September 12, 2024 2:38 pm
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Jess loves going to the Bark Royal. The care is amazing and I have recommended to many of my friends

Jimmy Gifford September 12, 2024 2:05 pm
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Teri Ann and her team including her mum are simply amazing. I lost my grandson to suicide and the minute they heard they did not hesitate in taking our boy Comet into their care. This will never be forgotten. We have had Comet their a few other times and always leave knowing he is in great hands. I would highly recommend anyone to leave their dogs there. Thank you.

Lana September 12, 2024 2:03 pm
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I have consistently used bark Royal as Colin’s “home away from home” and he loves it there. Super friendly staff and Terri-Ann and her team really like to make Colin feel special and a part of their family. When I drop him off – he doesn’t even look back to say bye-bye to Mummy! – and he’s had such a great time playing and walking with his new friends, all he can is sleep when he comes home. Thank you guys – wouldn’t go anywhere else!

Bodhi September 12, 2024 2:03 pm
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Our very young pup started boarding at Bark Royal approximately 5months old and has sent a significant chunk stating while we under went house renovations.
We are extremely pleased with the service and swift communication from Terri-Ann and her staff.

Elsie Blue-Saunders September 12, 2024 1:50 pm
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All three of our dogs have been happily boarded at Bark Royal – back to 1995. Always clean, professional and homely, they have taken care of each of our dogs wonderfully. Many thanks.

Miles September 12, 2024 1:47 pm
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Our dog loves going there when we travel overseas and it’s simply the best!

Millie September 12, 2024 1:37 pm
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The best home away from home!

Jane Harrington September 12, 2024 1:27 pm
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Very friendly people to deal with

Geoff September 12, 2024 1:25 pm
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Absolutely “Top Dog” in my book. Always care about both dog and customer. I always know my pet is in the best possible hands.

JB September 12, 2024 1:19 pm
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Amazing team here, amazing with our Bella the Boxer, highly recommended.

craig September 12, 2024 1:18 pm
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very easy booking process and greeted with friendly staff, Kobe and Klya loved the lovely warm kennels while on holiday

Bark royal boarding kennels September 12, 2024 1:14 pm
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Our girl attends here regularly she gets so excited on each arrival they have great facilities and dogs are walked daily she arrives home well stimulated and content

Kate September 12, 2024 1:12 pm
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My two large dogs are always excited to arrive here, and we know that they are in great hands when we are away. I really appreciate everything that Terri-Ann, Debi and their team do take care of our pets and their passion for doing it is clear to see.

Poppy September 12, 2024 1:06 pm
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Love the super caring staff, great environment for our poppy, she didn’t want to leave and come home last time!

Rosie Ewing September 12, 2024 12:56 pm
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Absolutely the best home to take Charlie last year during probably the most stressful time I was having (Major Surgery). Terri Ann is such a kind, caring person who goes way beyond.Charlie was safe & so well loved during his stay. Wouldn’t go anywhere else, Amazing home away from home!!!!
Can’t Thankyou enough ❤️Charlie & Rosie🐾

Mon September 12, 2024 12:55 pm
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Excellent facilities and service – Bobbi thinks sotoo!

Gav September 12, 2024 12:50 pm
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Our dogs were well taken care of and one is a little highly strung and they fully understood the breed. Great communication, lovely people and fantastic facilities

Christine Johnson September 12, 2024 12:32 pm
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Highly recommend Bark Royal, they are so dedicated to looking after our pets and I know I can leave my dog there and she will be well cared for. Facilities are very clean and tidy.

Lynette September 12, 2024 12:23 pm
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Lovely people who care and great kennels with underfloor heating in the winter and dog run attached to some kennels for the dogs to run in and out as they please. We have been using these kennels for over 15 years. Highly recommended.

The Brands September 12, 2024 12:23 pm
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Amazing people and excellent kennels. Highly recommend them.

Karen September 12, 2024 12:18 pm
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Such a lovely team. My dogs love going infact they leap out of the car when they arrive at the kennels.

Sarah September 12, 2024 12:14 pm
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You won’t find better kennels than these, the team are so lovely!

Sarah September 12, 2024 12:14 pm
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Our dog is here regularly and absolutely loves it she arrives home stimulated and content

Jill September 12, 2024 12:13 pm
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Wonderful boarding kennel with excellent care always for my dogs, one being elderly with diabetes.
Caring staff who are always friendly and very helpful.

Kate September 12, 2024 12:12 pm
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Our dog love to go to Barkroyal for her holidays. There is no hesitation when we arrive, straight in ready for her holiday. Always come back tired after lots of playing with their doggie friends. She is somewhat high maintenance but her needs are always met.

Aimee and Kris September 12, 2024 12:11 pm
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love knowing our fur babies absolutely love spending their time with Terri-Ann and the team. Amazing people and set up! Highly recommend!!

Toby and Pippa Van Steenis September 12, 2024 12:10 pm
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Toby and Pippa love going on holiday with these wonderful Humans

Phil W September 12, 2024 12:09 pm
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Friendly, accommodating people, good pricing, my dogs return to me looking happy and healthy.

johna September 12, 2024 12:07 pm
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Great home away from home for our dog

Jock September 12, 2024 12:03 pm
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Friendly service and I love staying there

Kaye September 12, 2024 11:57 am
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Very happy to recommend the Bark Royal. Our little Meika always enjoyed her holiday away from home with Terri Anne.

David Bramhall September 12, 2024 11:55 am
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Fantastic facility

Angie September 12, 2024 11:55 am
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Lovely people who care about the animals in their care. Clean and tidy kennels. Would highly recommend

Annette September 12, 2024 11:53 am
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Great people to deal with, and had peace of mind while we were away knowing our dogs were well cared for.

Kylie September 12, 2024 11:52 am
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Amazing Kennals

Rachaelle September 12, 2024 11:52 am
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Terri-Ann is very knowledgeable about what is needed for our pooch. He’s a complete pain in the backside, yet they still manage him exceptionally well, which we are very grateful for. The whole team clearly have a passion for what they do.

Richard September 12, 2024 11:50 am
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We have 2 Golden Retrievers who regularly stay at Bark Royal. Terri-Ann is fantastic, quick to reply to emails and always takes excellent care of the 2 dogs. Highly recommend.

Greenall pack September 12, 2024 11:50 am
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Great service from drop off to collection. Girls were well looked after and the facilities were clean and comfortable.

Teddy Bear September 12, 2024 11:49 am
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Brilliant place, we can leave our dog there and not worry at all!

Monty September 12, 2024 11:48 am
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Always feel comfortable going away knowing that my fur kids are going to be looked after well by Terri Ann and the team

Vicky September 12, 2024 11:46 am
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Such a lovely caring pet home to leave our much loved dog. A great team and especially the owner and her mum. She has never fretted when being left so that in itself is perfect 🤩

Max September 12, 2024 11:46 am
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I cannot recommend Bark Royal more highly, their care of our Max is always over and beyond our expectations. They have shown incredible empathy during difficult times for our family and continue to treat Max as one of their own. Max is always so excited to see the team at Bark Royal and loves them dearly.

John O & Ange September 12, 2024 11:42 am
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We have left our dog at Bark Royal a number of times over the past few years and the service has always been great, the dog loves the staff & is well looked after.

Archie September 12, 2024 11:40 am
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Wonderful kennels – my dog loves his time with you

Pete R September 12, 2024 11:40 am
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Top quality all the way, we have 100% confidence in what the Bark Royal team do and how they care for our dogs. Great people.

Harry + Picard September 12, 2024 11:39 am
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We love going there. Lovely people and the best premises. Theres even our favourite tree.
Best place around for miles!

Lynne September 12, 2024 11:38 am
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Lovely people Lacey always is very excited to go to kennels.

Jan September 12, 2024 11:33 am
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Fantastic Service – What a Team, Great Facilities

Sarah September 12, 2024 11:32 am
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Amazing service. Friendly and communicative staff. Couldn’t ask for more.

Phill July 3, 2024 12:37 pm
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Lovely people to deal with, and a great set up

Tania March 30, 2024 10:38 pm
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Excellent boarding kennels

Kerry February 18, 2024 6:18 am
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Happy to very highly recommend the Bark Royal ladies! They looked after Billy so beautifully, many times, understanding the extra cares needed for an elderly dog. The facilities are great, and the team are top notch