Exceptional Care, Training, and Peace of Mind at Barker Haus Kennels Barker Haus Kennels has truly set the standard for what a full service boarding and training facility should be. The two-acre facility offers indoor and outdoor runs, along with a spacious grassy exercise area, creating an environment where dogs can feel comfortable, stimulated, and safe. Knowing that the family lives on the premises adds an extra layer of reassurance--your dogs are not left alone after hours, and that peace of mind is priceless when you're trusting someone with your four legged family members. Our experience with Tiffany as our personal dog trainer could not have been more positive. Her patience, creativity, and deep understanding of canine behavior were evident from the very first session. She has a remarkable ability to address specific behavioral challenges while creating a supportive, confidence building environment for both dogs and their handlers. What impressed us most was that she never pushed a one size fits all agenda. Instead, every session was tailored to exactly what we needed and wanted for our Cane Corso Service Dog. Tiffany's professionalism, kindness, and sensitivity to our own anxieties made the entire process not only effective but genuinely enjoyable. She treated our dog with respect and enthusiasm, and she treated us with the same. We walked away from each session feeling more knowledgeable, more capable, and more connected to our dog. Her approach is a shining example of the high quality trainers Barker Haus is known for. We are incredibly grateful for the care, expertise, and dedication we experienced here. Barker Haus Kennels--and especially Tiffany--earned our full trust and highest recommendation. Five stars without hesitation. We will absolutely be returning. read more

We brought our puppy hone just a few days ago, our experience with Barker Haus has been amazing. From the first meeting with Angie to getting to take our puppy home everyone here has been amazing. They take pride in ensuring the puppies and all dogs stay healthy and well cared for. While we waited for the puppy to be old enough we got to visit with her, and when the day finally arrived Angie gave us all the information we would need to help keep our puppy healthy and a few tips too. Our puppy starts her classes at Barker Haus in a few weeks and we eager to see all the amazing training our pup has set up to do. read more

I'm all for supporting local businesses and even more so for supporting local dog lovers. However, the trainer here seems overwhelmed with her class. She is the only trainer attempting to run a class of 13 dogs/pups. Some of us trade off with our partners to handle our pups so when I'm standing on the sidelines watching, I can see that the trainer fails to notice many of the pet owners in need of guidance and assistance. My hope is that this facility recognizes this shortfall and compensates with an additional trainer. Also, this trainer seems to pride herself in being "mean". Her self description. Bullying pet owners into your own practices and beliefs is counter-productive. We have four more weeks remaining in the our current program. I hope I can write a better review. read more

I take my puppy there every time and not only do I love it but so does she! They owner Angie is absolutely sweet and loves dogs! Great place where pup can get a good workout and play and inexpensive too! They have a large yard for the puppies to play in and Angie is very accommodating to all the puppies and their needs. My puppy comes home a bit skinner because of all the exercise she gets from there! I love this place and will always come back here for boarding needs! read more

When I finally got my dogs home from being boarded at Barkerhaus Kennels, they were pooped and barely moved. This is always a good sign! I live in Austin, but like to bring my pups along for the ride when I come home to visit my family -- mostly because it is WAAAAAAY cheaper than boarding them in Austin, but also, because I like my dogs to socialize with other people and pups. I'd remember driving by this place as a kid and wondered about all the agility stuff they had out in their yard. I immediately remembered it when I did some online research of places to board my pups (it's one of the few El Paso boarding facilities that has a website). According to their website, "Barkerhaus Kennel is one of the oldest established kennels built in El Paso. The kennel was originally built in 1929. Barkerhaus Kennel has been run by the Morgan family since 1989. Nestled in the beautiful Mission Valley, it is located on 2.5 acres in the Cedar Grove Community." Its kennels have climate-controlled indoor and outdoor runs and a large grass exercice area. It is a full service kennel that offers boarding and dog training (puppy classes, obedience classes, service dog training, and Schutzhund training). The family lives on the premises, so the dogs are not left alone after hours, which is a reassuring thought when you are leaving your babies in the hands of strangers. All that is required for a stay is your pet's shot records (to make sure they are up-to-date on their shots and other preventatives, like Frontguard). Like most other boarding facilities, you can also bring along your pet's bedding, toys, treats, and your own dog food (they also have their own food they will feed your dog if you desire). Ten percent discounts are offered to military personnel. It was obvious my dogs received plenty of exercise and play while they were boarded, as they were tired when we got home. This is no easy feat, as we have a spastic Boxer and a high-energy Lab mix. Both seemed happy to see us, but they also seemed to have had a good time, despite being away from us for almost a week. They also looked healthy and well taken care of. the owner explained that one of dogs really enjoyed playing in the water -- which showed he knows our dog, and we were happy he gave her the option to stay cool in July. Overall, it was a good value for the services they offered. The only two things that I wish they offered was play time with the other dogs and grooming (I always like to get those pups bathed, nails clipped, and anus glands expelled at boarding facilities). The owner explained that because many in El Paso teach their dogs to be aggressive, many fights have broken out in the past. So, they've opted to not offer group playtimes. However, this is the one thing I truly wish they offered since my dogs really enjoy playing with other pups. read more

owner not very responsive. Tried getting my dog signed up for classes 3 times and never got a phone call back. As a business owner, you need to call your customers back and take the business if someone wants to give it to you. I unfortunately had to take my business else wear. Maybe you need more staff to help you. read more

Had to stay the night in El Paso and couldn't find a hotel that would take my 150 lb dog. Slim pickings in El Paso for dog boarding! This place is a "no-frills throw back style" kennel. But the owners live on site and are very caring and very accommodating. I felt fine leaving my big sturdy self-assured big dog there. Oh- you can't beat the price either! read more

Bought a puppy from Barker Haus and it has been the best all around experience! Angie has always been there to answer any questions that my wife and I have had, she cares about her dogs and their puppies like no one else. Our puppy is extremely happy and healthy due to the outstanding care provided by Barker Haus, Angie takes great care and diligence in the prevention of illness and is very sanitary. I highly recommend Barker Haus to anyone considering buying a puppy, boarding, or training their dog. read more

I dropped off my 6 month old Australian Shepherd puppy for the 3 week, in house training and was beyond thrilled with the results. Before dropping our dog off, we struggled with behavioral issues such as him not listening to commands, as well as nipping and chewing on everything! He would never sit still and leash training wasn't going well either. Although he is a smart dog, that had become our biggest problem! After spending three weeks at Barker Haus, he is now the pleasant dog I have dreamed of owning. He responds to all basic commands easily and is great on a leash! My dog came home happy and well trained and I am confident that they treated him as if he was their own. The folks at Barker Haus have continued to guide me to be a great dog owner and have a vast amount of knowledge on dogs of all kinds. I would recommend them to anyone looking for a safe, welcoming place for your dog to be kenneled or trained! read more

After a bad experience with another kennel in El Paso, I found Barker Haus. This place is an absolutely fantastic place for dogs and dog owners, and we have used them consistently to board our two pups, Sam and Annabelle. They offer many services, and I will speak of four of them. First, if you're looking to buy a German Shepherd puppy, this is the place to go. We bought our Annabelle from them in 2013, and she's great. Beautiful dog with no health problems whatsoever, and her good lineage is evident with her behavior and intelligence. Also, if you buy one of their puppies, you get discounts on all of the other services. Next, boarding. Though my wife and I were not ideal customers in terms of timing (we would often say "we're leaving town for a week. Can we drop the dogs off in 30 minutes?"), Jim and Angie were always accommodating and available. The dogs are always exhausted and happy when we pick them up, but most importantly, they smell good. There were a few exceptions, but the majority of the time, Sam and Annabelle would get baths right before we picked them up. I've never heard of another kennel who provides this service for free. I should mention that neither of my dogs particularly like being in the car, but whenever we get close enough to Barker Haus for them to be able to figure out where we're going, they get excited. Third, obedience training. My first dog, Sam, was an absolute nightmare as a puppy. He was very smart, and he knew what I wanted him to do, but he was hard-headed and stubborn. I dropped him off at Barker Haus, and when I picked him up three weeks later, he was a completely different dog. Two years later, he's still no trouble whatsoever. The other one, Annabelle, is always eager to please, but she's not quite as quick to pick up on new commands as Sam. They were also very effective in remedying this, as Annabelle also immediately responds to nearly every command I give her. Both of my dogs are big, and relatively intimidating looking, but I have no issue walking them through my neighborhood with no leash. There has never been a problem. Lastly, Schutzhund training. I dabbled in these courses with Sam for a few weeks, and the training itself was a lot of fun for both of us, but ultimately a 40 minute drive from my house every Saturday wasn't feasible for us. What little experience I have with their training is all positive, and they clearly know what they're doing, if you're inclined to give it a shot. The first session is free, so I recommend everyone gives it a shot. In conclusion, I'm going to miss this place as I leave El Paso, and so will Sam and Annabelle. Jim and Angie were great to work with, they're military friendly, very accommodating, and love what they do. If only I could convince them to open up shop in San Antonio... read more

I picked up my pup today from a nearly 3-week stay while I was on a trip. My dog obviously got more than enough attention and exercise even though she couldn't play with other dogs (she's aggressive in her kennel). Since I brought her home she's been pooped! I really felt at ease leaving my dog at Barker Haus because I saw how large the facility is and how well-trained their own dogs are. The owner always answered my questions and I did not worry in the least that my dog had good care while I was away. This is a great place to board your babies even if they're a breed that other places do not accept (mine is a pit bull mix). The cost is affordable and the facility is fantastic! read more

I left my 8 month old German Shepherd for a 3 week training session. I am super happy with the results. Before we couldn't even walk our dog because of all the pulling and biting. Now I can walk him on my own. He was also dog aggressive and now we can walk without any problems if we encounter another dog. I recommend them 1000% read more

The owner was extremely rude. I dropped off food for my dog's stay, yet when I arrived to pick her up, she only had been given half. Will not go back; I do not recommend this boarding facility. read more