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Looking for a place your dog can feel at home? The Bowen Island Dog Ranch is a dog-lover’s dream, located just a short ferry ride from Vancouver. With the perfect blend of outdoor adventure and expert care, it’s easy to see why dogs and puppies love staying here! Here’s what makes the Dog Ranch the ultimate overnight dog boarding destination.

A Warm Welcome for Pups and Pet Parents

The Bowen Island Dog Ranch, Boarding, Training, Day Camp by appointment welcome sign

As you arrive at the Dog Ranch, you’ll step directly into our natural pup paradise. Surrounded by trees, breathe in the fresh air as you walk up to the boarding facilities where our friendly staff are waiting to say hi!

At Bowen Island Dog Ranch, your dog can roam freely in one of the most beautiful boarding facilities in BC. The lush and spacious grounds are perfect play areas. A professional team of caregivers and trainers keep an eye on everything, making sure your dog gets all the exercise and stimulation they need.

Convenient Vancouver to Bowen Island Shuttle Services

The easiest pet boarding in Vancouver! The Dog Ranch offers a cost-effective city group shuttle service to three locations on Mondays and Thursdays. Pick up locations in West Vancouver, North Vancouver and downtown.

Or, if that doesn’t work for you, we offer a city door-to-door pick up or drop off, or a Bowen Island ferry terminal pick up or drop off. We’re here to help make this the smoothest trip possible for you and your pup!

A Range of Doggy Care For Vancouver

Bowen Island Dog Ranch isn’t your typical dog boarding spot—it’s a true dog adventure resort. From nature hikes and beach swims to training and enrichment, there’s an activity for every type of dog. It’s a full-on canine playground where pups get to have the best time, rain or shine!

Classic and Enriched Boarding for Dogs

The lodge at the Bowen Island Dog Ranch

We offer two overnight care options: Classic Boarding and Enriched Boarding. Classic boarding provides your dog with a comfortable and safe space to rest and play.

Enriched boarding goes a step further. Pups enjoy off-site hikes, beach swims, puzzle games, and play sessions! Whatever you choose, you can relax knowing your dog is in expert hands and will receive top-notch care.

Dog Training and Social Skills

Do you need your dog to brush up on their social skills or training? We’ve got you covered! We offer the training programs Board and Train, Private Training, and Day Camp and Train.

We focus on obedience and positive reinforcement. Ensuring your dog learns in a safe, healthy, and fun environment.

Building social skills is key to a happy dog, and our spacious grounds are ideal for dogs to make new friends. Playing, roaming and socializing with other dogs gives them a boost in confidence and keeps their tails wagging.


Health and Safety Are Number One

Barn dog boarding facility at the Bowen Island Dog Ranch


Relax and enjoy peace of mind on your vacation! We treat each guest with the utmost care and when your dog arrives they get a tip-to-tail health check, and again every 4 days. We train all our staff to handle health situations. We follow strict protocols to keep everyone safe and healthy.


Perfect Overnight Dog Boarding Near You

Lodge dog boarding facility at the Bowen Island Dog Ranch

Bowen Island Dog Ranch has been Vancouver’s proven choice for overnight dog boarding since 2007. If you’re a pup parent looking for “dog boarding near me”, book your dog at the Dog Ranch where your dog can thrive!

At the Dog Ranch your pup will play, roam and run in the outdoors and get regular health checks. You can relax knowing your dog will make friends and enjoy treats and cozy comforts. Our expert staff will watch over everything giving you peace of mind.

Interested in learning more? We offer free tours by appointment so you can explore firsthand. Pack up your pup and head to Bowen Island Dog Ranch – an adventure awaits!

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