A dog was viciously attacked and killed at a local boarding in St Joseph yesterday! The owner was…read morein possession of 3 dogs that were known to be habitually aggressive and mean. This resulted in a dogs spinal cord being severed in 2 places, that ultimately led to him having to euthanized, due to neglect and failure on the owner's part! Beware of this place! The dog is now dead because of their actions! It was the owners own dogs that killed it totally avoidable but owners clearly don't care about the Health and safety of your dogs

Just for everyone's info here.. I won't go into detail at this time, but, my dog was viciously…read moreattacked and killed in this facility today, by the owners own dogs, who were known to be vicious and violent! If you don't believe this review, I'll give you the name of the veterinarian who cared for him immediately following the attack, you're welcome to call and inquire about it, just so you know it's the truth and not made up! ! It was 100% preventable, but nothing was done to prevent it! Just be aware of this when you decide to drop off your animals here! Mine is now dead... it's not worth it! My dogs spine was severed in 2 places, as well as both lungs punctured. We were not even informed of the incident until well after it happened! This has been an unbelievable experience! They should be shut down immediately

I take my prudence there regularly for her grooming. They treat her as if she was a member of their…read morefamily and do such a phenomenal job. I'll never take her anywhere other than puppy love! Thanks again for being the best groomers around and for treating my pru like royalty.

We always have family members pet sit for us when we go out of town but this time we had to board…read morethem and we were so worried because one of our German Shepard's has really bad separation anxiety. They sent us videos and pictures daily and my dogs had so much fun with the staff at Puppy Love they treated them like they were family. I also like they have staff on site 24/7 we just picked our dogs up and they were clean and honestly did not act like they missed us at all and were worn out. We will be using Puppy Love again and also taking the girls for daycare. Thank you to the amazing staff at Puppy Love Oakley and Chloe had a blast.

My neighbor mentioned The Ridge to me because in February I boarded my toy Aussie at the vet and he…read morewas the only there for 4 days. Like being in solitary confinement. Took my dog to The Ridge on my last trip and he loved it. Able to socialize and be loved without being in a kennel. I now take him 2 days a week just so he can play with his friends and make new friends! He is only 12 lbs but plays with the big dogs! Thank you Pat & Marilyn for opening The Ridge Pet Resort!

The most kind & caring people with an amazing top notch pet resort!…read moreMy sister passed away unexpectedly and without hesitation they picked up her distressed dog Gorgie for me and took the best care of her until I could get to Kansas from South Caroline. When I arrived Gorgie was having fun playing with her new friends. Dogs know when they are safe and loved! If I lived in Kansas this would be the only place my dogs would stay!

My Bassett Hound Ruby loves going to daycare. She loves all of the dogs that go there and is…read morealways anxious for the walks she gets to go on throughout the day. The employees love the dogs and they spend quality time with them. The daycare is always clean and has a nice smell to it not like other daycares I have been to. Your dogs will love it.

From the owner: At Bark Place, we believe that every dog deserves to be treated like family. Unlike high-volume…read moredaycare or boarding facilities, we pride ourselves on offering personalized care tailored to each pup's unique needs. Our dedicated team ensures that every dog receives individual attention, creating a nurturing environment where they can truly thrive. Our spacious indoor play area is designed for fun and socialization, and our staff is on-site from 7 AM to 6 PM, ensuring your furry friends are never alone. We prioritize their comfort and well-being, providing hand-walking for bathroom breaks and a safe, stimulating experience for those last-minute potty needs. For added peace of mind, a team member is available from 9 PM to 10 PM. Routine is essential for our four-legged guests: breakfast is served at 7 AM, dinner at 4:30 PM, and we conduct potty rotations every hour or as needed. Our commitment to individualized care means your dog will receive the attention and love they deserve while you’re away. At Bark Place, we strive to create a true home away from home for your beloved pet. Come experience the difference!

Wife was in tears after a visit. Always had good experiences with the vet named Gutzmer, but this…read moretime got Bodenhausen. He doesn't seem to know how to handle cats at all. Got our cat riled up, complained about his behavior, and didn't even address the concerns we had.

My cat when to this place for a surgery because he had a hematoma on his ear. He was a relatively…read moreyoung cat, pretty healthy, and was one of the calmest cats you'd ever meet. Now, tell me why my fucking cat died on the anesthesia table. Tell me why 3 other people I know have had the same thing happen to them? This is the Ted Bundy of vets, never bring your pet here, or else they'll also probably die on the anesthesia table. Have a horrible day, -A very angry cat owner

I've been taking Frank to S&B Country Kennel for a couple of years now, after he was kicked out of…read morea couple of other daycares in town. Oops. In his defense, he's just VERY high energy! The staff at S&B have been so good with him. They understand his breed, know how to handle his energy level, and genuinely seem to enjoy having him there. I'm so grateful to have a place where I can drop him off and know he's in good hands, well cared for, and having a great time. Finding a daycare that works for a high-energy dog isn't always easy, so I really appreciate how great S&B has been with Frank. He's clearly a fan, too!

My dog, Teddy, has been going to S&B since he was a pup. Joe is great and so is his staff…read more Whenever I drop off Teddy, everyone greets him and he runs to the door to the play area. I wouldn't take him anywhere else!

Did it the way I requested! Great staff and will continue using them. Pricing is fair customer…read moreservice excellent.

Worst experience ever! And it ain't the first time. Do not take your dog here. I don't care what…read moreall of the other ratings say. This is the worst place. Cooper and those people that work up in the front are phone! I've taken my little Yorkie every month and I made an appointment last month to go in just having a little a small groomed and like normal. He never leaves my house so we got all excited to take him to Bad to the Bone and what happens "we sent you a message we are state mandated. You need to have a rabies and another shot" they said it's been since aug 2025. I just did it a year ago. It was due in August so it's still August. Why wouldn't they take him? these people are fake and telling me about state mandates. I'm sick of this. I will never ever ever go back there and I don't recommend you take your animals there they are fraud and no respect.

I made a mess trying to cut my dog's hair myself. We were lucky to get a next day appointment…read more Very accommodating and friendly staff. My dog was so pretty after her haircut ! This was our first visit and we will be going back for sure!

Brenda and ALL her staff are amazing! I utilize BCR for daycare, grooming and border. All services…read morefrom them are far superior to my previous! I feel so lucky to have moved to Albia and have this resource for my dog! BCR folks are like family.

Cookie looked fabulous and they were so helpful in answering my questions offering me a tour of the…read morenew facilities and was so patient besides they got me in quickly and done on time. Recommend .

Maddie was great with training our 6 month old, Jasper. A Rescue Hound Mix that spent his first…read morefour months in a kennel. She worked on leash training and NO BITE. Socialization and anxiety. I recommend them highly.