Barks & Recreation Evansville

Barks & Recreation Evansville Evansville's FIRST enrichment - focused day care and boarding facility operated by experienced dog trainers.

Friday's forecast: 100% chance of wagging tails, puppy playdates, and happy barks! Have a pawsome weekend from all of us...
06/12/2026

Friday's forecast: 100% chance of wagging tails, puppy playdates, and happy barks!

Have a pawsome weekend from all of us at Barks & Recreation!

Yesterday's Enrichments 🧠🐾We had a lot of friends sign up for lick mats yesterday! Winnie, Saint, Salem, Willow, Bella, ...
06/12/2026

Yesterday's Enrichments 🧠🐾

We had a lot of friends sign up for lick mats yesterday! Winnie, Saint, Salem, Willow, Bella, and Beni all got to enjoy a tasty and enriching lick mat break during their day.

Nelli got some individual playtime and soaked up all the extra attention she could get!

Before bedtime, Luna, Juniper, Beni, and Nelli all enjoyed a peanut butter Kong to help them wind down and end their day on a happy note. 🥜❤️

We love providing our boarding and daycare pups with fun activities that keep their minds engaged and their tails wagging!

It's Thursday and our daycare and boarding friends know how to have a good time! Even though it's a little too hot to sp...
06/11/2026

It's Thursday and our daycare and boarding friends know how to have a good time! Even though it's a little too hot to spend much time outside, that doesn't stop us from having fun. From zoomies and games with friends to cuddles, enrichment activities, and plenty of playtime, there's never a dull moment around here. Our pups always find a way to keep the party going and make every day an adventure. We may be beating the heat indoors, but we're still making memories, burning energy, and having a blast with our favorite four-legged friends!🐕🐾🧡

The week's not even over yet, and we've already made quite a few new friends!On Monday, we met Percey. She came in just ...
06/11/2026

The week's not even over yet, and we've already made quite a few new friends!

On Monday, we met Percey. She came in just a little nervous, but after about 15 minutes she was ready to join a group of friends and hit it off with everyone. She especially loved the staff—and honestly, who can blame her? Extra attention and love are always the best!

On Tuesday, we met Loki. He came in calm and ready for his day. He fit right in with our laid-back group that preferred lounging around while the other dogs were busy playing.

Yesterday, we got to meet Ace! His siblings visited for their first day last week, so his brother AJ came along to help him get settled in. Ace was a little nervous at first, but he made some friends and had a great time in group play.

We also got to meet Dipper! He came in playful and ready to go. This boy jumped right into our biggest group and fit in like he had been coming here for years. He made friends instantly and had a blast!

Today, we got to meet young Kratos! This boy came in playful and confident—not a bit nervous. He was ready to meet new friends from the moment he arrived and quickly became part of our biggest play group. He made tons of new friends and had an awesome first day!

We are so happy to have met so many new friends already this week, and we can't wait to see what the rest of the week brings!

What an awesome week it's been for your daycare crew! 🐾❤️

Yesterday's Enrichments 🐾First up, we have Nelli! She got to enjoy a yummy lick mat while her sister, Beni, spent some t...
06/11/2026

Yesterday's Enrichments 🐾

First up, we have Nelli! She got to enjoy a yummy lick mat while her sister, Beni, spent some time enjoying individual playtime and soaking up some extra attention.

Next, during our lunch break, Winnie got to enjoy a delicious peanut butter Kong, giving her a fun and tasty way to relax before getting back to the day's adventures.

A simple but fun-filled day of enrichment for these sweet pups! 🐶💕

Tuesday's Enrichments 🐾First up, we have Tanner! She got to enjoy a tasty lick mat during lunch and then later in the da...
06/11/2026

Tuesday's Enrichments 🐾

First up, we have Tanner! She got to enjoy a tasty lick mat during lunch and then later in the day finished her dinner with one of our puzzle toys. She always loves a good challenge!

Next, we have Beni. She got to enjoy a yummy lick mat during her lunch break, while her sister Nelli spent some time enjoying individual playtime and soaking up some extra attention.

To wrap up the day, Gabby, Beni, and Nelli all got to enjoy peanut butter Kongs before bed, ending their evening on a delicious and relaxing note. 🥜🐶💕

A fun-filled Tuesday with plenty of enrichment, playtime, and tasty treats! 🐾

All of our fur babies are staying cool with some inside play and snuggle time this tail waggin Wenesday!
06/10/2026

All of our fur babies are staying cool with some inside play and snuggle time this tail waggin Wenesday!

06/10/2026

We're sharing this update from our friends at Barks Spa & Style.

For our daycare and boarding families, there's no need to worry—our facility is fully air-conditioned and operating normally. While the buildings are connected, they operate on completely separate HVAC and air-handling systems, so daycare, boarding, and training services are unaffected.

Please take a moment to read the update below and show our grooming team a little grace as they work through this unexpected equipment replacement. 🐾❤️

It may have been too hot to play outside today, but that didn't stop us from having fun! We spent our Tuesday staying co...
06/09/2026

It may have been too hot to play outside today, but that didn't stop us from having fun! We spent our Tuesday staying cool indoors, playing with friends, enjoying plenty of enrichment, and making lots of happy memories along the way. Everyone had a great day filled with play, cuddles, and tail wags from start to finish! 🐾🐕

Yesterday's enrichments were a hit! 🎯 🧠 First up, we have Tanner! She got to do a puzzle toy with her breakfast and abso...
06/09/2026

Yesterday's enrichments were a hit! 🎯 🧠

First up, we have Tanner! She got to do a puzzle toy with her breakfast and absolutely nailed it, just like the last one. She can't help herself—puzzle toys are definitely her thing!

During lunch, Winnie, Beni, Chevy, and Tanner all got to enjoy a refreshing lick mat, giving them a nice break from all the fun and excitement of group play.

Next, we have Nelli, who got some individual playtime. It didn't take long before she turned that playtime into cuddle time, soaking up all the attention she could get!

Last but not least, before bed, Gabby, Nelli, and Beni all got to enjoy a peanut butter Kong to end the night on a happy note.

🐾 It was a great day filled with enrichment, relaxation, and lots of happy pups! 🐾

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405 S Barker Avenue
Evansville, IN
47712

Opening Hours

Monday 6:30am - 6pm
Tuesday 6:30am - 6pm
Wednesday 6:30am - 6pm
Thursday 6:30am - 6pm
Friday 6:30am - 6pm
Saturday 8am - 5pm
Sunday 8am - 5pm

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