About Barking Oaks Pet Resort

A full-service resort in Temple

Barking Oaks Pet Resort & Spa is a family owned and operated pet resort at 4153 Shallow Ford West Rd. in Temple, in business for over a decade. The facility sits on 4.3 acres with suites built for comfort and two big fenced dog parks, and kennel techs, groomers and trainers are on site. It was built on a pet stylist's dream of a place where pets are treated like family.

Services

Five services sit under one roof: dog boarding, cat boarding in Kitty Cabins, grooming packages, doggy daycare and dog training, which aims to strengthen the bond between owner and dog. Dog training has its own phone line, 254-742-0747.

What owners say

One owner wrote of her Malti-poo's puppy obedience class, "She has learned so much," and another said her dog has gained "confidence, agility stunts and basic commands."

What to ask

Ask which training programs are offered beyond puppy obedience and what they cost. Lobby hours are Monday to Friday 6am to 6pm, Saturday 8am to 2pm and Sunday 4pm to 6pm.