My dogs have been coming to the Barkmont for a couple of years. They are always happy and excited to go there for both daycare and overnight boarding when we are out of town. During Fairbanks (my pitbull) and Frye's (my Frechie) recent stay, it was brought to our attention that there was some concern for Fairbanks looking skinny. He had recently (like days before his stay) been to the vet, and the vet didn't question his weight at all.
After the Barkmont staff member talked with me upon picking them up, I made another appointment and brought him back in to our vet for a full blood panel and testing. It turns out that Fairbanks has thyroid issues. The canine equivalent to hyperthyroidism. He is now taking a daily pill and is already filling out and looks hardier.
I really wish I would have gotten the name of the girl that I spoke to, but I didn't. I do want to thank her, though, as it is clear thet Fairbanks wasn't feeling the best, and by bringing it to my attention, I was able to advocate for him in having a closer look taken at his overall health panel by his vet.
Barkmont is the best. It always makes me happy to see, when tuning into the cameras that staff is usually giving the dogs proper attention and care. Thanks to everyone at Barkmont!
We truly consider the Barkmont part of our dogs family. I am so thankful to have a group we can trust when we go out of town to take care of our dog. She always runs right into the door when we drop her off and comes home exhausted from all the fun she has. They are very communicative about policy changes and we respect their choices they make to keep our dog safe. With the increase in kennel cough this winter we were nervous boarding her but they assured us they were consulting with vets and made decisions to protect our pup. We really like that we can see the dogs playing during the day on the webcam and that they also seem to make good decisions about when to put them in quiet time to nap. Our dog does often come home smelly from all the playing, but we've just started adding on a bath to her reservation and she comes home smelling fresh and ready for a long nap.
When we have had issues where our travel plans are delayed they are very accommodating and kind and let us pick up later than we expected to. It's just so much less stress knowing we have this understanding group of amazing people taking care of our dog when we are gone.
Truly love the Barkmont and so thankful we found them.
