HALF-DAY DOG DAYCARE & INDOOR DOG PARK IN LYNNWOOD, WA

Drop your dog off for a morning of enrichment at Bark Academy, or stay together for indoor park play. Two ways to enjoy The Friendly Bark.

Drop-off care led by our team.

Half day dog daycare enrichment session with a Golden Retriever at The Friendly Bark in Lynnwood, WA
Enrichment time during Bark Academy half day dog daycare.

A morning of enrichment, learning, and compatible social time with a maximum of 6 dogs per session with two dedicated handlers.

Tuesday–Friday | 7 AM–12 PM

Drop-off: 7–8 AM
Pickup: By 12 PM

Getting Started With Daycare

  1. Explore Bark Academy. Review our half-day daycare program, schedule, and pricing.
  2. Create your Academy account. Complete your dog’s profile and upload vaccination records.
  3. Schedule a daycare assessment. Your dog will join us for a two-hour assessment to help us determine whether our program is a good fit.

Stay with your dog and supervise their play.

Indoor dog park play at The Friendly Bark in Lynnwood, WA
Corgis enjoying playtime during open park play hours.

Getting Started With Park Play

  1. Register your dog. Complete our free online registration and submit vaccination records before visiting.
  2. Meet us on your first visit. We’ll complete a brief behavioral assessment before your dog joins group play.
  3. Stay and play together. Purchase your admission and enjoy the park while supervising your dog.

Registration is free; park admission is purchased separately.

Big Dogs & Energetic Pups: Large dogs and energetic dogs of any size are welcome. Smaller dogs should be comfortable playing with larger dogs.

Mellow Mixed-Size Social: For dogs of all sizes who prefer gentle interactions and a slower pace.

Find Your Dog’s Sunday Social

Our Sunday sessions help dogs connect with compatible playmates. Choose the session that fits your dog’s size and preferred play style. Owners stay and supervise throughout every session.

Not sure which time fits your dog? Contact us before visiting—we’re happy to help! Our team may recommend a different session based on your dog’s comfort and interactions.

Two dogs during supervised social time at Bark Academy enrichment based dog daycare in Lynnwood WA

Why Choose Bark Academy?

Bark Academy is half-day dog daycare with a purpose. With just six dogs and two dedicated handlers, your dog enjoys personalized attention, enriching activities, and a balance of play, learning, and rest—all designed to build confidence and keep their mind and body engaged.

My dog and I first came to the park February 2026, what a wonderful experience! The owners are so friendly and helpful with your dog. The park is so clean and no doggy smell!!!!! My dog has learned so much coming to the park for open play and attending the Bark Academy! And attending Tricks N Clicks class with a photo shoot to top it off! Wonderful place to come to!!!!!!!!!!!

– Karen

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