The Bark Yard

The Bark Yard is a full service doggie daycare, boarding and training center in South Portland, Maine

01/12/2025

Introducing The Bark Yard's Dog of the Week! 🐾

This new series is all about highlighting the pups who are truly shining in their training, playgroups, and beyond.

And this week, we’re thrilled to award Barley his well-deserved badge! 🏅

Small but mighty, Barley recently graduated puppy preschool and dove straight into daycare with the big kids—no slow intro needed! His bravery, confidence, and the fun energy he brings to every group have earned him this honor.

Congratulations, Barley! Keep shining bright! ✨

01/11/2025

Don’t let his small stature fool you—Alan is a mighty little guy with a big personality to match!

He’s mastered the fine art of selective hearing and firmly believes the only voices worth listening to are the ones backed up by cookies 🍪

And not just half cookies, mind you—Alan demands full, unbroken cookies for his attention and affection.

We’re so excited to have this sassy, snack-loving pup join us. Welcome, Alan! ❤️🐾

01/10/2025

Things just got poppin’ around here with Butter joining the fun! 🍿🧈

This sweet pup is as smooth as melted butter and just as irresistible as fresh popcorn at the movies.

Butter’s specialties include making everyone smile, wagging his tail like it’s the final act, and spreading joy wherever he goes 🥰

We can’t wait to see what kind of adventures Butter brings to The Bark Yard!

01/10/2025

Welcome to Daycare, Shelby! 🎉

This leggy beauty is Shelby, a Great Dane puppy with energy to spare and the personality to match! With legs for days, she’s already in training to be a professional pole vaulter (or maybe just the queen of zoomies).

We’re so excited to watch her grow into her paws and become the superstar we know she’s destined to be ❤️🐾

01/09/2025

Did you know you can keep up with your pup’s day at The Bark Yard through their personalized report cards?

Teddy wowed our team with his expert tennis ball skills and we wanted his parents to know all about it 🎾🐶

Visit our website to sign your pup up today! ✨

01/09/2025

Exciting news at The Bark Yard—introducing a new herding ball enrichment activity for your pups! 🐶

These durable balls let energetic dogs chase, push, and herd, mimicking livestock work while burning energy and providing mental stimulation.

Ask us to add this fun new experience to your dogs day with us 🩵🐾

01/09/2025

Welcome to The Bark Yard, Rita!

Just like Tom Hanks in Castaway, we’re here to make sure your dog’s stay is filled with fun, adventure, and a whole lot of love!

So, sit back, relax, and let us take care of them like they’re our very own “Wilson”! 🌴🐶

01/08/2025

Has your pup tried our new add-ons yet? 🤩

Meet Remy, our Certified Bark Yard chef, here to present the Chinese New Year Bark Board and Pup-seco Popsicle!

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Request these delightful treats to be added to your dog's day and make it unforgettable!

01/07/2025

With 71 votes the winner is...the Frenchie superstars, Bertha and Francis! 🤩

This adorable photo will be featured as our header for the month of January.

If your pup didn’t win this time, don’t worry! They’ll have another chance in next month's contest ❤️🐾

01/06/2025

Sophie already has the poise, charm, and love for all things Italy to match her famous name twin — Sophie Loren! 🤩

Whether she’s daydreaming about starring in her first film or savoring the thought of spaghetti al fresco, this little starlet is ready for the limelight.

We’re thrilled to have you on set, Sophie—get ready for a blockbuster of fun at The Bark Yard! 🎥🌟

01/06/2025

True to her name, Polly is just like a Polly Pocket—small, adorable, and always ready for an adventure!

She’s not just a puppy; she’s an aspiring fashion icon and future pop sensation in the making 🎤🤩 With her Sabrina Carpenter-level ambition, she’s bound to dazzle both the playgroup and the stage.

Polly, get ready to shine in style—we’re so excited to have you join the pack! 💞

01/05/2025

🌟 Thank You for Bea-ing a Friend! 🌟

Say hello to Bea, the newest member of our Doggy Daycare squad!

This golden girl’s got plenty of love, sass, and style to share. Bea’s ready to paw-ty, make new friends, and charm everyone with her golden-hearted personality.

Welcome to the pack, Bea! 🐾

01/05/2025

Voting ends tomorrow ⏰ Get your “likes” in today!!

01/05/2025

At The Bark Yard, we focus exclusively on positive reinforcement training—but what exactly does that mean?

Positive reinforcement training is a kind, effective way to teach dogs new behaviors by rewarding them for doing the right thing.

Rewards can be treats, praise, toys, or anything your dog loves! ❤️🐾

Instead of focusing on punishing mistakes, this method builds trust and confidence, encouraging your dog to repeat good behaviors because they’re motivated by positive outcomes.

Not only does it make training fun for both you and your dog, but it also strengthens your bond.

Happy dog, happy human! 🥰

01/04/2025

Welcome to the Bark Yard, Seamus! ☘️

Straight from the spirit of the Puck Fair, Seamus is here to reign as our playful king for the day!

With the charm of a leprechaun and the heart of a faerie hound, he’s ready to bring a little Irish magic to daycare 🐾

01/04/2025

It’s National Trivia Day! 🤓

Think you can get all five questions right? Drop your answers in the comments, and we’ll share the correct ones tomorrow!

01/04/2025

Don’t forget to vote by “liking” your favorite picture! 📸

01/04/2025

Say hello to Laika, the newest explorer at The Bark Yard! 🌟

Laika’s favorite thing? The earth itself! 🌎

She’s all about sniffing every blade of grass, chewing on the best sticks, and gleefully splashing through puddles like it’s her full-time job.

Whether she’s on a mission to discover new scents or turning a muddy puddle into her personal playground, Laika reminds us to find joy in the little things 🌱

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2112 Broadway
South Portland, ME
04106

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http://www.TheBarkYard.Me/

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Exciting news at The Bark Yard—introducing a new herding ball enrichment activity for your pups! 🐶 These durable balls let energetic dogs chase, push, and herd, mimicking livestock work while burning energy and providing mental stimulation. Ask us to add this fun new experience to your dogs day with us 🩵🐾

A ball pit?! Does it get any more fun than this? 🎾🩵 Enrichment sessions are just one of the awesome activities you can add to your pup’s day during daycare or boarding at The Bark Yard!

Millie and Chase are here to wish you a Happy First Day of Winter! ❄️🐶 Do your pups enjoy playing in the snow? Share pictures of them in the comments—we’d love to see!

Thanks for being a top engager and making it on to my weekly engagement list! 🎉 Renae Moran, Cathy Westhoven Moran, Evan Delsignore, Littleatatime Weimaraners, Danielle Elizabeth, Sammi Nadeau

Enzo is a smart boy and a working breed, which makes him love a challenge almost as much as he loves his snacks! A food puzzle with varying degrees of difficulty is the perfect afternoon activity for him 🙂

We're not your average dog daycare - we treat each pup like the unique snowflake they are! ❤️ Our team of crazy dog lovers takes delight in figuring out what makes each tail wag and then creating enrichment activities around it. For instance, Donovan here is simple pleasures personified - give him a stuffie to chase and chew on for hours on end (bonus points if it squeaks!) ✅ Accepting new pups! Fill out a registration on our website and we’ll get in touch lickety-split!

Chewie helped us celebrate National popcorn Day on Friday… By finding his inner shark and stealing the popcorn toss crown from our manager, Danielle! Dubious win, Chewie, but we love you, so the crown is all yours😂

While anti-climactic … The whipped cream races WERE a hit with the dogs!!! We did three- here’s the first one with Mookie and Munchkin!

Look at the balanced play in this group! Everyone is paired appropriately and is being respectful of boundaries. This is one of the many things that sets The Bark Yard apart from other daycares! Accepting new dogs! https://thebarkyard.me

Cute video of our Howling for the Holidays fair last weekend at @The Bark Yard by local station SPC-TV!

Puppy playtime with Mitch and Mabel on a lazy Sunday afternoon🫶🏼

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