Tell Us About Your Experience at the Barkers Hotel |
| Post #513 - Posted on: Tuesday. January 17, 2012 By: Kimberly Cooper This was our first time boarding our beloved Beagle Sammy & I have to say it was a great experience for her & us! The staff was so friendly & made us feel very comfortable with leaving her for 5 nights for the first time since we rescued her 2 years ago! I felt very comfortable knowing she was in good hands & would be well taken care of. She came home happily tired from all of the fun in the yard with the other dogs & also smelled great after her bath. Thank you so much for taking such great care of Sammy & we are so happy & relieved to finally have a safe, fun place for her to go when we go on vacations & are unable to take her with us! |
| Post #512 - Posted on: Saturday. January 14, 2012 By: Eddie's Mom Eddie stayed with you again over the holiday and he was so happy when we picked him up. Thanks for the great grooming. Cannot wait for our March stay and the Barkerritaville Lagoon! |
| Post #511 - Posted on: Thursday. January 12, 2012 By: Noel Kenyon I feel that Harry had a nice stay at the Barkers Hotel. He was glad to see us after four days, but when he got home he slept for two days. I hope he played in the new pool as starting next we ha ving a pool installed and hope Harry will enjoy it. We are very happy with Harry's appearance, and feel he had a great time. |
| Post #509 - Posted on: Friday. January 06, 2012 By: Barbara Steinberg My family member, Beau had a medical emergency last night at 7 PM. We called the office and the receptionist had us come over immediately to be seen. When we arrived at 8:30 PM we were seen promptly by a friendly receptionist, and a wonderful assistant. Dr. Yvonee Mercak attended to Beau, performing a complete examination and prescribing the appropriate medications. We were extremely satified with the visit and the friendliness of the staff. Thank You. |
| Post #508 - Posted on: Thursday. December 15, 2011 By: Snapper's Mother My dog Snapper is a frequent guest at your lovely boarding facility-She gets very excited as we pull in the driveway and then pulls me to go through the door! Your staff is ALWAYS so friendly and my dog comes home happy and very clean! Thank You! |
| Post #507 - Posted on: Tuesday. October 25, 2011 By: Debra Bloomfield Each time I am greeted with a friendly Hello as I pass thru the door. Keep up the good work! |
| Post #506 - Posted on: Wednesday. October 12, 2011 By: Marcy Charlie and Sammy stayed for 17 days. When they came home they were calm and content...very unlike other places they have stayed. Thank you for a stress free vacation for all of us ....you're the best!!!! |
| Post #504 - Posted on: Saturday. October 01, 2011 By: Virginia Cyr We love bringing Addison and Meko, knowing that they are well taking care of. We get them back so clean and smell good. Thank you. |
| Post #503 - Posted on: Thursday. September 29, 2011 By: Barbara Green To all the staff at Barkers Hotel: Thank you so much for the wonderful care and attention you provided to Bonnie & Clyde. We have never left them with anyone and thanks to your attentive and caring staff we are looking forward to a vacation on our own! Bonnie & Clyde came back to us happy, healthy, exhausted and clean. We couldn't have asked for more. Everyone made us feel comfortable with leaving our pups in such capable hands. We appreciate the follow up call as well. Your establishment is truly a diamond in the rough and the staff is compassionate and well trained in working with animals and their parents as well! Thanks again. Our next trip will be stress free knowing they are in such capable hands. Can't wait for the completion of the water park!! Steve & Barbara Green |
| Post #502 - Posted on: Thursday. September 15, 2011 By: Nicki Krieg Just a little note to say that you guys are the best!!!!! Ruby loves to vacation with you. Her tail always wags when we arrive at Barkers Hotel. My husband and I really appreciate all the kind and loving good care Ruby gets when she stays with you. We just want to thank you all and Ruby sends a big kiss. |
| Post #498 - Posted on: Sunday. July 17, 2011 Our beagle Nikko has been staying at Barkers since he was a puppy (he's almost 6 now). He seems so happy when we take him for his monthly "spa days". He loves the staff at Barkers so much, he runs in around the desk to greet them with licks every time. And we can tell he has fun with his doggie friends because he's exhausted when he comes home. We recommend Barkers and Simmons Vet to all our friends with pets. Thanks so much to everyone there! Nikko's Parents, The Andersens |
| Post #497 - Posted on: Sunday. July 10, 2011 Barker's took care of out two large dogs and two guinea pigs for 8 days. They had never been left by us for that long and we were extremely concerned about their long term care. We couldn't be happier with the care and attention our animals received, and the thorough updates when called. Barker's was recommended to us from another client just 2 days before our departure (we WERE going to another boarding place) but after touring Barkers we could NOT go any place else, and they took our reservation on a short notice, holiday week! We will be going back, and they can even watch our cat and bearded dragon! Thanks to all the staff, your hard work shows and is appreciated. The Petritis Family Zoo |
| Post #496 - Posted on: Friday. May 27, 2011 We recently returned to Florida permanently, so our Buddy is back at Barkers now & then for boarding. For the 2.5 years we were out of state, we missed the staff & the care that Buddy received. And he missed his friends - especially Bev! We've never felt more comfortable than when we've left Buddy at Barkers for boarding. Knowing that veterinarians are on-site and can address any unexpected issues is a comfort. The convenience of the groomers is also, well, a convenience. We're grateful to you all! Buddy's Parents - Tim & Jenny |
| Post #494 - Posted on: Wednesday. May 04, 2011 Happy has vacationed at Barkers Hotel many times. But recently he has stayed quite often and for lengthy periods of time. The staff always makes a fuss when he enters and he always seems eager to go. When I get his food ready at home he realizes where he is going, and seems anxious to go. I've never had to force him to go into the Barkers Hotel-he seems eager to enter-which makes it easier on his parents to leave him. The staff has always been very pleasant and helpful, andthe follow-up phone calls are a nice touch. I feel very confident knowing the doctors are on site and have been very competent anytime we've used them. Keep up the good work! Happy Marmer's Mom & Dad. |
| Post #493 - Posted on: Wednesday. May 04, 2011 Lucky always gets such great TLC when he stays at Barkers. He's pretty attached to us since he's a rescue, but it's nice to know he's well taken care. Thanks to all the terrific staff! |
| Post #492 - Posted on: Thursday. April 28, 2011 To Dr. Questa and the Staff at Barkers Hotel, Sanibel and Darwin had a very good first experience at Barkers. They came home so clean and their coats were shinning. Dr. Questa made us feel comforted when Sanibel had an unexpected seizure just as we arrived for their drop-off. We were so thankful that Simmons Veterinary Hospital is part of Barkers and she was taken immediately there for successful treatment. Thank you for sending her back to boarding after a few hours to spend time with her brother Darwin. Everyone on the staff is sensitive to the needs of the pets and their owners. With much appreciation, Susan,Stanley,Sanibel and Dawin. |
| Post #490 - Posted on: Wednesday. March 16, 2011 Hello to our friends at Barkers Hotel and Simmons Vet.. as always, we may live near or far (in this case some 80miles away) but there is nothing that compares with the love, care, and helpfulness of your staff...i'd like to thank you, both my mother and i feel a real sense of tranquility when we know our kids are staying with you, we know they will be care for much like at home.. thank you... Lucky, Bella Bayly, and Akira.. Teresa and Lydia |
| Post #489 - Posted on: Wednesday. March 09, 2011 Coco had a blast!! When i picked her up she looked so cute and clean!! I definetly recommend the barkers hotel to anyone!! -Maria Lesmes |
| Post #488 - Posted on: Tuesday. March 08, 2011 Reba & Toby look so great after there grooming day, Wanda did a GREAT job on both of our dogs. Not all groomers can do Labradoodles but Wanda makes them look like doodles. Thank you, the Gianni family |
| Post #487 - Posted on: Friday. February 25, 2011 Zowie will always feel like shes on vacation while visiting Barkers Hotel.Mom and Dad can relax knowing I get much LOVE and CARE from all the staff here.I look forward to my time here -ITS MY VACATION TOO!!!Thanks for all the GREAT care!ZOWIE Geimer(&FAMILY) |
| Post #484 - Posted on: Thursday. February 24, 2011 Zowie looks forward to her vacation time at Barkers Hotel while her MOM & DAD enjoy their time vacationing.We never have to worry about her because we know that she's going to receive the best care. The staff is very friendly and courteous. Zowie always looks forward to her next visit.-The Geimers |
| Post #483 - Posted on: Tuesday. February 15, 2011 Mackenzie loves her Friday doggie daycamp. She's always treated like a rockstar. Charis, Christina along with the rest of the team rocks! :) - The Thompsons |
| Post #481 - Posted on: Saturday. January 22, 2011 Our cat Dinky is 13 years old and 19lbs (big cat). He has a likely UTI. Dr. Samantha Scher took care of our baby bear. I highly recommend her, she is awesome. Very nice, ask for her. *****-5 Stars! Our Rauhaardackel (Ludwig van Schnitzel Erdek; Louis for short and pronounced Lou-ee) loves his Groomer Wanda. She does an excellent job grooming our pup. It is important that the wire haired dachshund is groomed properly. Wanda knows how to do it right. *****-5 Stars! |
| Post #480 - Posted on: Monday. December 20, 2010 I adopted my 8 month old cat from Belvedere Animal Shelter/Control and she had a Free Pet Exam Certificate that came with her adoption. My mother had adopted a cat from the same shelter 6 months prior and had taken her cat to Simmons Veterinary Center for her Free Pet Exam Certificate and they the staff at Simmons treated my mom's cat like royalty there. My mom's cat had Upper Respitory, ear mites, fleas and worms when she adopted her and Simmons took great care of her. Because Simmons Veterinary Center had treated my mom's cat so well, I chose to take my newly adopted cat there. I knew my cat was healthy, but since she came with the certificate for a free exam, I took her to be examined. They spent almost an hour giving her a complete exam and they were so warm and caring with her treatment. My cat had the complete exam and I was even sent a Christmas card with my cat's picture on it for the holidays. Simmons Veterinary Center is definately where I will take both my cat's too for future exam's and heaven help me, I will take them to Simmon's should there be any other issues!! I highly recommend Simmon's Veterinary Center!!! |
| Post #479 - Posted on: Thursday. December 16, 2010 TO ALL THE STAFF AT MY "SPA", WISHING YOU A HAPPY AND HEALTHY NEW YEAR, 2011!! AND TO SAY THANK YOU FOR TAKING SUCH GOOD CARE OF ME DURING THE PAST YEAR, ESPECIALLY YOU GUYS IN KITTY BOARDING!! SEE YOU IN JANUARY, MY PEOPLE CARERS ARE OFF AGAIN. HAVE A HAPPY!! FROM: LUCKY DEMAR A BEAUTIFUL KITTY!! RUTH AND ERNEST DEMAR |
| Post #478 - Posted on: Tuesday. November 16, 2010 Great job!! Rudder's taken 2 days to recover from his weekend at Barkers. One happy dog. Thanks! |
| Post #474 - Posted on: Saturday. November 13, 2010 Thanks to all the staff for their loving care!!!! Lucky has a blast and he loves all of his friends:) |
| Post #473 - Posted on: Monday. November 01, 2010 Hi! We just wanted to say thanks! for taking such great care of our Shih Tzu Lucy. She loves coming to Doggie Day Care on Fridays and we can tell she was spoiled rotten when she recently stayed for a week at Barkers Hotel. We do not think she wanted to come home. We have noticed a lot of positive changes since she has been coming to visit. Before she used to be shy around strangers and now she will walk up and let strangers pet her. She is also more active when we take her to the dog park. She still has her days where she would rather lounge around and watch from the sidelines. On most days though, she is in the middle of the action chasing the other dogs. Thanks again! Mary & Joe Berger |
| Post #472 - Posted on: Wednesday. October 20, 2010 Lucky has the best time and comes home exhausted! Thank you to all the terrific staff at Barkers:) |
| Post #471 - Posted on: Monday. September 20, 2010 Madison has the best time at at the Barkers Hotel. She's like a lttle child going to pre-school! It amazes me how every staff member is so caring and knows her so well. Thank you all for the great job you're doing! |
| Post #470 - Posted on: Friday. September 17, 2010 Nicky and Ruby May truly enjoyed their first time at doggy day care! They were all wiggles when we picked them up that evening and are looking forward to their extended stay. I couldn't believe they sat still long enough for the cute pictures. Thank you. It was a good experience for all of us and we will use day-care again. |
| Post #469 - Posted on: Tuesday. August 17, 2010 Every employee at Simmons is well trained and pleasant to work with. My dog has always had great experiences at Barkers Hotels and the vet. Thank you for all you do. |
| Post #468 - Posted on: Sunday. August 15, 2010 Ruby is always so happy and thoroughly exhausted when we pick her up from the Barkers, we know how busy she is because we check her out on the wesite during playtimes (always comforting to be able to check on her when we are separated). The staff is so warm and caring, we know she gets plenty of love and attention. |
| Post #467 - Posted on: Saturday. August 07, 2010 Great service, my kitty was clean and smelled perfect!,thank you. |
| Post #466 - Posted on: Tuesday. July 27, 2010 Our Great Dane Spenser recently spent 10 days at Barkers. He had so much fun that he was exhausted when we picked him up. Everyone at Barkers takes such good care of him, espcially knowing we were concerned that he might have issues with the slippery floors. But he did just great. We always know Barkers will take the best care of Spenser for us! |
| Post #465 - Posted on: Wednesday. July 07, 2010 Dallas loves everyone at The Barker's Hotel as well as Simmons Vet. Everyone is wonderful there and I feel very confident leaving my baby in their hands. |
| Post #464 - Posted on: Monday. June 28, 2010 I totally trust the staff to take care of my Doberman Pinscher whenever we go away. They have always treated me with respect and uunderstanding. Beau comes back to me smelling clean and happy. As long as I have him I will use Barkers Hotel. |
| Post #463 - Posted on: Saturday. June 05, 2010 Moose and now Bambino have been borders for many years,for short and long periods of time. We have peace of mind, whenever we travel, because we know that our boys are in good hands. I truly appreciated the call ( 5/29/10) about Moose's ear problem and the steps taken. It shows that the staff cares. Also they always smell and look so good when we picked them up after grooming. Thank you for caring for our boys. Claude & Denise Rigaud |
| Post #460 - Posted on: Sunday. May 30, 2010 My husband and I were pleased with the excellent that Queen of Sheba and Hercules received at the Purrington Inn while we were on vacation. It is comforting to be able to leave them in capable hands and not worry if they are being taken care of. Sometimes when others "watch" your pet for you, you know upon your return that things were not handled in the manner you desired. Thanks again. Our pets appeared well fed and their grooming was above reproach. They looked and smelled wonderful Sharon and George Siler |
| Post #459 - Posted on: Tuesday. May 25, 2010 Just a note to thank everyone for taking care of my Buster. Buster is very shy and has a hard time with other dogs...Everyone seems to understand him and gives him the extra love he needs. He no longer shakes when we pull up and I am sure I saw him smile the last time we came to Barkers HOtel. Linda Gottlieb and Buster Brown |
| Post #457 - Posted on: Friday. May 21, 2010 First there were three......Cody, Mackenzie and Rocco love staying at Barkers and attending doggie daycare too. They are so well taken care of and we know they are in the best hands. Thank you for all your wonderful care over the years and excellent service. Cody Boxer is in his happy place now, looking down at us with snaggletooth and skateboard. Extra love to Mackenzie and Rocco. Hugs, The Thompsons |
| Post #456 - Posted on: Thursday. May 13, 2010 Thanks to all of the wonderful Purrington Inn Staff for making LuLu's last visit comfortable and enjoyable. It is so nice to have this facility. LuLu is a very special kitty. When she does need to check in, whether it is for day care or for an extended stay, the entire family is confident that she will be loved and best cared for at the Purrington Inn! Sandi DuBose and LuLu |
| Post #453 - Posted on: Wednesday. May 05, 2010 Our Ruby loved her stay at Barkers Hotel. We were nervous, never having been away from her so long, but I believe wholeheartedly that her vacation was better than ours! She came home happy, healthy and smelling great. She truly had a spa vacation. No one thought it was odd that we called to check on her constantly, and the wonderful staff at Barkers went so far as to follow up with us via email, ecards and by phone to insure her stay was memorable and good. It indeed was. I could not have asked for a better place for my baby to stay, and she cannot wait to come back now for daycare! Thank you to every single staff member who gave her such wonderful care, I have never seen a place like Barkers, it is truly one of a kind and top notch! Hugs and Kiss from Ruby! XOXOXO |
| Post #451 - Posted on: Monday. May 03, 2010 Walter's stay was one of the best he has ever had. I think he is finally getting used to the great treatment he gets when he stays with you. He is a happy, clean smelling guy. Thanks for all the pampering that the staff gives to him. - The Cohen Family |
| Post #450 - Posted on: Thursday. February 25, 2010 Riley enjoyed first class service at Barkers Hotel and was squeaky clean, fragrant, and energetic as ever. The staff is to be commended for what they do for the animals. Thank you very much. ....RH |
| Post #449 - Posted on: Monday. February 22, 2010 I want to say thank for the service that my dog Shorty,had in his stay in the Barker Hotel.Thanks for everything and see next time we go to florida |
| Post #448 - Posted on: Monday. February 22, 2010 Thanks to all of the wonderful Purrington Inn Staff for making LuLu's last visit comfortable and enjoyable. It is so nice to have this facility. LuLu is a very special kitty. When she does need to check in, whether it is for day care or for an extended stay, the entire family is confident that she will be loved and best cared for at the Purrington Inn! Sandi DuBose and LuLu |
| Post #447 - Posted on: Monday. February 22, 2010 Dear friends (And from what I've gathered, Brandon has a lot of 'em at Barker's )....It really was a "pawsitive" experience for Brandon. I can't tell you how my heart was in my throat as we drove off on Wed leaving him behind. Brandon is a special case which would ordinarily require him to be under the assisted living program. But you guys worked with us to try to make it work at Barker's....and because of your competence, conscientiousness and "pawsitive" attitude - it did. And for that I am eternally grateful. Brandon is used to having us around all day, doting over him and basically making him the center of attention and the staff at Barker's picked up where we left off - a seamless transition which I know I would never find anywhere else. I am indebted to your staff and want to thank you again for showering him with your attentiveness and superb care that is rooted not only in your professionalism but in your genuine affection for animals. Please stick around forever. :) Very best, Randi Locke |