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Upcoming Seminars
Sunday, October 16th @ 11am: Dog Body Language. How to read your dog (and other dogs) and communicate with them.
Sunday, October 23rd @ 11am: Anxiety. How to assess it, prevent it, treat it, and deal with it.
Saturday, November 5th @ 11am: Building a Bond with YOUR Dog.
Sunday, November 6th @ 1pm at Redwood Park: Leash Walking - Bring your dog! Recommended that you attend Building a Bond with Your Dog.
Wednesday, November 9th @ 6:30pm: Aggression and Reactivity. Causes and solutions.
Saturday, November 19th @ 10:30am: Nutrition. The foundation of your dog's health.
Saturday, November 26th @ 11am: Basic Canine First Aid. Preventing and dealing with emergencies.
Sunday, November 27th @ 11am: Natural Remedies/Alternative Therapies. What's safe? How to deal with chronic illness.
All classes are by donation. The funds raised will be donated to Street Dog Rescue. We are only allowing dogs to attend the Leash Walking seminar. The others will all be info sessions with Q&A’s and some demo dogs to show certain body language and cues, but not open to bringing your own pet. Classes will be held in person at 2027 20th Ave.

Halloween Costume Contest!!
We would love to see your pup’s costumes! We will take photos when they arrive, and relieve them of their outfits if needed. The photo that gets the most “likes” on social media will be the winner of this year’s costume contest. The prize is an AWESOME gift basket (valued at $150) that will be displayed at the daycare next week!
Dog Daycare
sorry, we are Currently not accepting new dogs at this time
A happy dog is a tired dog. The inspiration behind Barks & Recreation came from the need for exercise and socialization in most training cases. At Barks and Recreation, we strive to give your dogs the play and exercise they need. Your dog will be treated to adventure, fun, rest times, and lots of socialization. A lot like home, we have a comfortable oasis for dogs indoors where they can relax and be treated like our family. With access to our indoor spaces as well as our outdoor spaces at all times, dogs are allowed to be dogs under professional supervision, and in social groups to suit their needs. Our secure facility, offers dogs of all ages and sizes to enjoy a day "at camp" and return home happy and tired. A well exercised and stimulated dog, is a happy balanced dog!
New Clients
We would like to meet your dog, so please feel free to bring them for a scheduled assessment on their first day of daycare. This gives us the opportunity to properly assess your dog's temperament and place them in the right social group to maximize their play time, or ensure they have adequate rest time and space. You can also book a time to come and tour our facility, but we ask that owners only come for the tour. DUE TO COVID-19 RESTRICTIONS, WE ARE UNABLE TO OFFER TOURS AT THIS TIME.
All dogs are required to have their vaccinations or a titre test up to date. We will accept a copy of their rabies, bordatella, and booster shots from a veterinary hospital. We also require all dogs to be on a de-worming and tick and flea treatment to ensure their safety from disease that the bugs can carry.
Hours of Operation
We are open Monday to Friday from 6:30am-6:00pm. Dogs may be dropped off or picked up any time between business hours, and do not need to reserve a spot for the day in advance. We ask that you avoid dropping your dog off or picking them up between 12pm-1pm if possible to allow for lunch time feeding. We are closed on Saturdays, Sundays and statutory holidays.
Late fees apply for unexpected late pickups. $15 flat fee at 6:00pm, doors are locked at 6:30pm.
Please call or email to schedule your dog's first day.

We have separate indoor and outdoor play spaces in our dog daycare for all dog sizes, ages and temperaments.

Our daycare is cleaned and sanitized multiple times per day using all natural, chemical free, pet safe, disinfecting solutions. Fresh drinking water is available in various places for your dog
Feeding and Medication
We feed your dog the food and treats that you provide at the times that you request. Dogs are fed in separate feeding areas to avoid any food aggression.
Medications are administered based on your instructions and at instructed times.
*NO CHARGES ADDED FOR FEEDING OR ADMINISTERING MEDICATION
Daycare Rates
QUICK PLAY - MAXIMUM 2 HOURS $14.29
HALF DAY - MAXIMUM 5 HOURS $23.81
1 FULL DAY - DROP IN RATE $33.33
10 (FULL) DAY PACK- NO EXPIRATION $304.76
10 (HALF) DAY PACK- NO EXPIRATION $209.52
ONE MONTH - UNLIMITED VISITS $504.76
*Additional same family dogs are half price (all dogs must have same address and owner, and must attend daycare at the same time to avail of the discount.)
*Prices do not include 5% GST
*Packages are non refundable and non transferable