Barkley&Co.

Barkley&Co.

Dog training, boarding, and daycare services

Overview

Barkley & Co provides dog training, boarding, and daycare across multiple locations. Its training programs include The Day School, The Board and Train, and The Refresher, which cover basic obedience to behavioral solutions, while boarding features 24/7 supervision in a safe, structured setting and daycare offers supervised play and socialization. The Marysville facility is run by owners Andrew and Kaydee and offers a 24/7 in-home experience, Rockville focuses on clear communication and confidence-building under Carmen Elena Nixon, and Wakefield operates a large indoor 13,000 sq ft daycare center opened in November 2018. The company differentiates itself by emphasizing animals’ physical health, mental enrichment, and emotional well-being, with dedicated teams at each location and a focus on trust and owner-pet communication. Its goal is to strengthen the bond between pets and their owners by providing professional pet care that enhances wellbeing, behavior, and everyday interaction.

About Barkley&Co.

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Why Barkley&Co. is rated
C-
Rated C on Competitive Edge
Rated C on Growth Potential
Rated D+ on Differentiation

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Company Size

1-10

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What believers are saying

  • The Rockville site updated September 17, 2025, showing ongoing web and booking activity.
  • Wakefield updated August 6, 2026, signaling active operations and continued customer acquisition.
  • Dog-friendly reviews cite 289 ratings, indicating strong word-of-mouth and repeat daycare demand.

What critics are saying

  • Small-location concentration makes one licensing, staffing, or reputation failure hit revenue immediately.
  • Wakefield’s 2023 UK company status creates compliance exposure if filings slip again after May 2026.
  • A serious dog bite or neglect incident would trigger lawsuits, cancellations, and possible shutdowns.

What makes Barkley&Co. unique

  • Wakefield’s 13,000-square-foot indoor daycare, open since November 2018, anchors local brand recognition.
  • Rockville offers Day School, Board and Train, and Refresher programs for behavior issues.
  • Marysville and Wakefield emphasize 24/7 supervision, personal communication, and in-home or indoor care.

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