About Barks and Recreation

Daycare, boarding and training under one roof

Barks and Recreation is a dog daycare, boarding and grooming center in Woods Cross serving South Davis County. It was founded by Katrina Schussler and William Evans to help busy owners give their dogs play, stimulation and care, even with unpredictable schedules. Its daycare centers on structured play: supervised groups with guidance, routines, games, puzzles and training moments.

10-day board and train

The 10 day Board and Train Program is listed at $2,200. It covers foundational skills including come and beginner recall, sit, place, kennel, heel and loose leash walking, implied stays, 3D stays built on distance, distraction and duration, confidence building and socialization. It also addresses common behaviors such as kennel training and leave it, with the goal of a well-behaved and balanced dog.

Daycare and boarding prices

Daycare is $30 for a full day, $17.50 for a half day and $15 for the 4-7 pm after school special, with punch passes and a $500 unlimited monthly membership. Overnight boarding runs $40 to $50 per night by size. The first day of daycare is free.

What to ask

Ask who leads the board and train program and how progress is handed over to owners at pickup.