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Bark Avenue Dog Day Camp Serving Claymont, Wilmington and all of New Castle County Delaware with dog day care, grooming, kennel services, and activities. Dogs are part of the family. They're also companions and friends. They give us unconditional love but some days we just don't have the time to give them the attention they need and crave. For those days there is Bark Avenue.

We provide a clean, fun place for your dog to socialize and play with other dogs (and humans) during weekday business hours. Simply drop your pet off and our friendly, dog-loving staff will take it from there.
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Our dog day care facility is located in North Wilmington, and our 3,200 square foot dog camp features every amenity your dog could dream of. The building provides ample space for play, games and quiet times. Safety is our #1 concern and every measure has been taken to assure that your pet is in a risk-free environment.
For those pooches that need some pampering, we offer a spa package that includes the following: bath, ear cleaning, tooth brushing and nail trimming. We also offer each of the spa package items separately for those pups that only need a little maintenance at the moment.
10-day passes can be purchased. With each 10-day pass purchased, you receive one FREE visit to daycare. There is a 20% discount on attendance rates for a second (and third!) dog from the same family. All fees must be paid in advance.
House-breaking and socializing a puppy is very important. If a puppy is taught these things early and consistently, he/she will grow into a happy, full-fledged member of your family. We can help. Bark Avenue accepts puppies as young as 8 weeks old, provided he/she has successfully completed a worming program.
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Gerre Garrett Pierce
Feb 25, 2022
So great to be back at Bark Avenue! We moved and started taking our Basset Hound to another day camp. Not sayin' nothin' but the name of the franchise rhymes with "Messed Ends" Rather than go into all the problems with them, I'd like to list just a few of the ways in which Bark Avenue distinguishes themselves from the aforementioned chain. 1. Bark Avenue retains customers and staff 2.

They recognized Ike (after a 3 year absence) and welcomed him back with great warmth and enthusiasm. 3. Their hours are much more convenient 4. When Ike is bathed or gets his nails trimmed (by Marydean) the work is noticeable. 4. Best of all the director and staff seem to genuinely enjoy the dogs! Bark Avenue is not fancy or pretentious, but we trust them implicitly to care for our "best friend."
Lenora S.
Feb 08, 2022
Love marydean! She does a great job grooming dogs. My pebbles adore her. Always happy for a groom when marydean is on the job!
Aida Caruso
Nov 29, 2021
I'm submitting this review in behalf of Sky, she loves this place so much. We really appreciate how much you care for the doggies. Thank you
Melissa H.
Sep 28, 2021
One of my dogs has gone since she was a small pup. I have nothing but good things to say. She loves it there and they are very accommodating!
Fred Ford
Feb 01, 2021
Dogs are well supervised. Staff members are attentive and seem very caring.
Brenda Czach
Jun 23, 2020
The people who work there are really good with all the dog's very attentive to the dog's needs and the owner is great
Emery Baumann
Apr 29, 2020
Redford loves going to "school" to socialize with his other furry friends at Bark Avenue! Great staff that cares for the animals as if they are their own
Jim Brown
Feb 16, 2020
Our dog Sydney loves going gets her out of the house and socialize with other dogs and a great staff also! Highly recommend!
Jason Silva
Dec 04, 2018
Dogs love it when they know they are going to doggie daycare! They literally play til they drop. Just the mention of going gets them running to the door every morning.
Jenny Allen
Nov 19, 2018
I've been a customer here for 14 years, with 4 dogs over those years. My dogs have always loved this place, where they have lots of room to run around, lots of toys to play with, and people who truly love them and get to know each dog. They celebrate birthdays, Santa comes for Christmas pictures, and there is nothing better than Halloween at Bark Avenue! The staff is great, the place is spotless, and my dogs are nice and tired at the end of the day!
Dale Pirkle
Jun 04, 2018
My licensed therapy dog was bit terribly. Then, they try to make it sound like it was my dog's fault. My dog is very friendly and has NEVER had an incident. I'm now sitting at the animal hospital because my dog has severe wounds from the attack. Never again!
Karen A.
Aug 08, 2015
Love it here! Excellent staff who really care about my baby girl! The owner is such a nice person and treated me with such dignity and respect. Highly recommend this place to take your doggy!
Al G.
Apr 26, 2014
I started bringing my lil doggie here a few weeks ago and he loves this place. It took him a couple days to get used to it, but now he runs straight in. The owner is super friendly and tells you what your dog did that day--did he eat, if he recently went to the bathroom, who he played with, etc. Great doggy day care!
Christina H.
Apr 04, 2014
Love love this place. They take the time to answer questions n concerns. They get to know each dog they play with them and walk them. I love love love them! I've taken my dog to another day care and it's not structured plus my dog got sick each and every time I took her there. At bark avenue I don't have to worry. She is in GREAT hands. I will always recommend this place!
Michael D.
Nov 24, 2013
Have been taking our dog to Bark Ave for a little while now, the people there are great. Very caring for the dogs. When I drop my dog off in the morning he runs right to the people at Bark Avenue. He loves them. Highly recommend should you need a day care.
Danielle B.
Apr 11, 2013
We took our 6 month old puppy to Bark Avenue yesterday for the first time since we had plans at night and wouldn't be able to play with her after work. Ben (the owner) was so great and really took his time explaining what our dog's day would be like, how they take care of the dogs, etc. and answering my laundry list of questions. When we picked up our pup, she was still playing, but thoroughly exhausted when we got home (just as we had hoped). We'll definitely be bringing our dog back, especially since the price is so reasonable.
Karin R.
Sep 01, 2010
Excellent facilities and a caring staff. I have tried many doggie daycares but Bark Avenue remains my dog's favorite.