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February 2023 by emily s.
We've been sending our almost 1 year old pup to Bark and Play for about 6 months now and we've had a great experience! Her socialization skills and confidence have improved so much since getting quality time with her "pack" at daycare. We love using the shuttle service- super convenient! And our pup gets so excited every time they pull up to get her and is happily exhausted every time she comes home. Fernando is very flexible and reliable, highly recommend entrusting him with your pup!
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August 2022 by Google user
Our dog has been going to Bark and Play for almost a year now and we’re so happy we found it! Fernando and his team are incredible. They ensure that all dogs are vaccinated and vetted, to guarantee a safe and fun environment for our pups. Prices are also among the best in the city, and it’s located in Lincoln Park! While many other daycares spend significantly more on marketing, we’ve never had an experience as positive as with Fernando and his team. They truly love and care about the pups. Fernando also offers a boarding option that is only available to dogs at Bark and Play. We wouldn’t trust anyone else with our pup when we leave town, and we always know he’s having the best time with his friends. While other daycares may be bigger and more well known, I’m confident that no place offers as much personalized love and attention as Bark and Play. Our dog would go every day if he could. He’s always happy to go and tired when he gets home. For a fun and safe home away from home for your pups, I cannot recommend Bark and Play enough.
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March 2022 by Linda Mushrefova
Look no further for the best doggy daycare around.Our pup Tyler has been going to Bark and Play for about a year now (he's a 1.5 year old golden retriever) and absolutely loves it! Fernando and his team take such amazing care of the pups and know each and every one so well. No daycare offers more personalized attention. Tyler comes home pooped and he starts charging towards Bark and Play any time we get near it because he wants to go so badly.They also offer boarding but restrict this only to dogs they know so you can be extra confident that your pup is safe and among friends. No crates and plenty of playtime ensure that they get lots of exercise. It's clean and we've never had an issue with Tyler coming home smelly (this has happened at a different daycare). Finally, prices are super reasonable and the location is great! We absolutely love Bark and Play and could not be more grateful that we found it. Highly recommend!
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March 2022 by Daniel Baker
Our dog has been going to Bark and Play for almost a year now and we’re so happy we found it! Fernando and his team are incredible. They ensure that all dogs are vaccinated and vetted, to guarantee a safe and fun environment for our pups. Prices are also among the best in the city, and it’s located in Lincoln Park! While many other daycares spend significantly more on marketing, we’ve never had an experience as positive as with Fernando and his team. They truly love and care about the pups.Fernando also offers a boarding option that is only available to dogs at Bark and Play. We wouldn’t trust anyone else with our pup when we leave town, and we always know he’s having the best time with his friends. While other daycares may be bigger and more well known, I’m confident that no place offers as much personalized love and attention as Bark and Play. Our dog would go every day if he could. He’s always happy to go and tired when he gets home. For a fun and safe home away from home for your pups, I cannot recommend Bark and Play enough.
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February 2022 by Diana D.
We absolutely love Bark & Play for our mini goldendoodle! She goes there for daycare a few times a week and has been going for over a year. She gets so excited to spend time with her friends (human and four-legged friends) and she is always tuckered out after a full day of play. Fernando and his team are all so caring and I trust she is in great hands. It's also fun to see pictures of her playing with her friends on Instagram during the day! Thank you Bark & Play for taking great care of our Hazelnut!!! You are the best!
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January 2022 by Bianca Pizzino
Highly recommend! Our dog Molly is 6 years old and we wanted more opportunities for her to social and exercise, so we started taking her to Bark and Play a few months ago. I’m so happy we did. She is the happiest girl whenever Fernando or his lovely team opens the gate to greet her upon drop-off, and clearly happy from a great day when she is picked up. I’ve noticed a clear improvement on her overall well-being since bringing her here. Thank you Bark and Play for taking great care of our sweet Molly girl!
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January 2022 by Bianca C.
Highly recommend! Our dog Molly is 6 years old and we wanted more opportunities for her to social and exercise, so we started taking her to Bark and Play a few months ago. I'm so happy we did. She is the happiest girl whenever Fernando or his lovely team opens the gate to greet her upon drop-off, and clearly happy from a great day when she is picked up. I've noticed a clear improvement on her overall well-being since bringing her here. Thank you Bark and Play for taking great care of our sweet Molly girl!
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January 2022 by Paula R.
Bark and Play is a great daycare for dogs. I use the drop-in option rather than their transportation service. Their service is terrific and Fernando and his team are all good people. My Australian Shepherd is very high energy and always comes home (thankfully) tired. They take great care of him. Highly recommended!
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August 2021 by Josselyn Kula
We have been sending our dog to bark and play three days a week and highly recommend it! Fernando and his team put so much love and care into the space, and provide the dogs with a great safe place to play! There’s even a large fenced in area outside for them to enjoy the weather and potty! We do the pick up and drop off services and highly recommend! Our dog loves going and comes home happy and tired from hanging out with his friends! Great place!
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July 2021 by Adrian S.
Before we moved out of state I would send my blue heeler here to blow off some of her energy. She would come home happy and tired! The staff was super friendly to her and the shuttle service is super convenient!
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July 2021 by Caeleigh R.
We sent our little one here starting at 5 months and she loved it! I was always convinced she love the people more than the dogs most days because they loved her so much. Her socialization skills improved greatly and have gotten to the point that we don't worry about her being the problem child at the park. Fernando is great with communication (email, text, call) and always understanding. His team members would handle Penny so well and gently so I never had any concern. The facility isn't super big but it's located in a good place and they make good use of both the outside and inside spaces for the dogs year-round. They don't have cameras but they post to their Instagram page almost daily. Pricing is very fair compared to other daycares and there are flexible options in terms of days/drop-ins/transportation. We recommend Bark and Play, especially for the puppies out there that need socialization with other pups early on.
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May 2021 by Melissa S.
I have only the best things to say about Bark and Play! My dog Theo has been going to daycare for a year and he always comes home happy and tired. Getting on-boarded was so easy. Fernando and team are great to work with for scheduling and payment, and communication is so quick. I never worry about sending my dog off to play for the day. I also love seeing pics of him having fun on their Instagram!
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April 2021 by Dana Michelotti
My dog Bear has been going to Bark and Play since he was about 4 months old, and he LOVES it! It's done wonders for his ability to socialize with other dogs and it's a great way to know he's getting the time to play and exercise. Since I work full time, the pick up/drop off service is a godsend. 100% recommend!
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April 2021 by Katie Porrey
My 2 year old lab Winston LOVES going to Bark and Play. He gets the socialization that he wants and needs then is tired when he comes home. The building is very secure and very clean with both indoor and outdoor play areas. The team is beyond nice and clearly love all of the dogs that come to them.
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January 2021 by Roslyn Hershiser
Our dog Larry has been going here 5 days a week for almost 5 years and we couldn’t be happier. Fernando and his team do a great job and are very responsive if I ever have a question or change of schedule. They love the dogs like their own and we are lucky to have found them.
