Boutique In-Home Care for Your Dog

Thoughtfully curated, small-group care in a comfortable home environment with personalized attention and regular updates.

How We Care for Your Dog

Care built around your dog’s routine, comfort and consistency

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In-Home Boarding

A true home environment for your dog while you’re away.

We follow their normal routine as closely as possible, including feeding schedules, exercise and downtime. Best suited for dogs who do best in a calm, structured setting rather than a kennel.

Starting at $75/night

Overnight House Sitting

Care for your dog in the comfort of your home.

We maintain their routine while keeping your home secure, handling feedings, walks and day-to-day care so everything stays consistent while you’re away. Also available for cats and multi-pet households.

Starting at $110/night

Drop-In Visits

Reliable visits for dogs and cats at home.

Each visit includes feeding, walks or potty breaks, litter care, medication (as needed) and time for attention and interaction.

Starting at $30/visit

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Doggy Daycare

A structured, social day in a home setting.

Dogs enjoy structured play, rest breaks and a balanced day tailored to their energy level - great for social dogs of those needing activity while you’re away.

Starting at $45/day

Our intentionally small guest list allows us to provide a more personalized and comfortable experience for every dog in our care. For a smooth arrival experience, payment is due at drop-off unless otherwise arranged in advance.

Our Story

A more thoughtful, in-home approach to dog care in Raleigh

Barking Beau’s started with a simple belief shared by Austin and Morgan: pet care should feel as close to home as possible.

After caring for dogs (and occasionally cats) for friends, neighbors, and clients through Rover, Austin and Morgan saw a gap between traditional boarding and the level of care many dogs actually need. Too often, dogs are placed in loud, high-volume environments with little structure or individual attention.

We built Barking Beau’s to be different.

We provide small-group, in-home care focused on consistency, routine, and a calm environment. Each dog is cared for intentionally, with attention to what makes them comfortable - not just what’s convenient.

As dog owners ourselves, we understand the level of trust it takes to leave your pet with someone else. That’s something we take seriously every time a dog stays with us.

We’d love to care for your pup whenever you need us.

What to Expect

Getting started is simple. Here's how we welcome your pup into our home.

Submit a Request

Fill out our form through the website or client portal to get started.

We'll Follow Up

We reach out to learn more about your pup and confirm availability.

Meet & Greet

New clients complete a meet & greet so we can get acquainted with your dog.

Confirm Booking

Once approved, we finalize your reservation and send over all the details.

All Set!

Your pup is all set for their stay. We can't wait to welcome them!

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Yes — we do require a meet & greet before any first stay. It helps us make sure it’s a good fit and gives your dog a chance to get comfortable in a new environment.

  • You can submit a request through our website or client portal. From there, we’ll follow up to confirm details and schedule a meet & greet (if applicable).

    A 50% deposit is required to reserve your dog’s stay, with the remaining balance due at drop-off. All pricing is confirmed before booking.

  • We keep our guest list intentionally small to provide a calm, personalized experience for every dog in our care.

  • Drop-off and pick-up times are scheduled in advance to keep things consistent for all dogs in our care.

    Boarding is based on a 24-hour period from your pup’s drop-off time, while daycare includes up to 10 hours of care. We generally schedule drop-offs and pick-ups between 7:00 AM and 7:00 PM.

    We’ll confirm all timing details with you prior to your booking.

  • All dogs must be up to date on Rabies, DHPP, and Bordetella. This helps us keep every dog in our care safe and healthy.

    For the safety of all dogs, vaccinations must be current for boarding and daycare. If your dog isn’t able to receive certain vaccines, we may be able to offer alternatives like house sitting.

  • Yes. We provide daily updates, including photos and notes, so you can feel confident your dog is happy and well cared for.

Still have questions?

  • At this time, we do not accept puppies or unneutered dogs for boarding or daycare.

  • Yes - we are fully insured and certified in pet first aid and CPR. Your dog’s safety and well-being are always a top priority.

  • For boarding stays, cancellations made by noon at least 3 days before the start of the stay will receive a full refund. Cancellations made after that will receive a 50% refund for the first 7 days of the stay, and a full refund for any remaining days beyond that.

  • We’re located in just South of downtown Raleigh, and serve clients throughout Raleigh, Garner, Cary, and surrounding areas.

    Our exact address is provided after booking confirmation and ahead of your meet & greet.

  • We recommend bringing your dog’s food, any medications, and anything that helps them feel at home, like a bed, blanket, or toy.

  • Yes - while our in-home boarding and daycare are designed specifically for dogs, we do offer care for cats through drop-in visits and house sitting in your home.

Trusted by Pet Owners Across Raleigh

Backed by 121+ 5-Star reviews on Rover

  • “5⭐️ is not enough stars for Austin and Morgan’s service. We plan our vacations around their availability! They provide a safe, comfortable, and fun experience for our dog, and the daily updates and pictures always put our minds at ease knowing she’s well cared for while we’re away.”

    - Mary-Ryan, Weezie’s Mom (Google)

  • “Austin and Morgan are the absolute best. Harlow has stayed with them multiple times and always comes home happy and relaxed. The daily updates and photos gave us complete peace of mind.”

    - Marlene, Harlow’s Mom (Rover)

  • “Austin and Morgan are very trustworthy and experienced. We received great updates while we were away and felt completely at ease. They took amazing care of our shy rescue dog.”

    - Gracie, Sister’s Mom (Rover)

  • “Austin and Morgan watched our two Golden Retrievers for a week and handled both with ease—one elderly and one very energetic. We came home to two happy dogs and everything exactly as we left it.”

    - Scarlett, Josie & Bowie’s Mom (Rover)

  • “Austin and Morgan took amazing care of our dog and treated him like their own. He had tons of playtime and we received great updates throughout his stay. We’ll definitely use them again.”

    - Tim, Coltrane’s Dad (Rover)

  • "Austin and Morgan have been so wonderful with my bff, Rocky! I travel a lot for work and try to do my research and due diligence when searching for someone new to care for Rocky. They have been so easy to work with, kind, professional, and Rocky seems to love them - the biggest win for me! I am truly grateful and relieved to find Beau’s Boarding & Daycare and will absolutely use them next time we’re in Raleigh!"

    - Ali, Rocky’s Mom (Google)

  • "We cannot be more pleased with the Barking Beau’s team and the experience we had when they watched our dog Bonnie overnight. They gave us timely updates, were easy to do business with, and have our trust when it comes to taking care of our pet. They will be our “go-to” moving forward."

    - Emily, Bonnie’s Mom (Google)

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Get In Touch

Have a question or ready to book? Send us a message and we’ll follow up to schedule your meet & greet.

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Email:


Phone:

(919) 272-5445


Business Hours:

Available daily, 7 AM - 7 PM (by appointment)‍ ‍

Dogs in Our Care

A glimpse into the calm, home-based environment your dog will experience.