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Classic Boarding

Dog lies on the grass with a happy smile.
Three dogs playing outside in a wading pool.

classic boarding

The essential boarding adventure for your dog!

If dogs could speak, what kind of boarding situation would they ask for? Probably one with lots of joyful outdoor romping in a beautiful forest, dog friends galore to hang out with, and endless affection and expert care from people who love them.

Since 2007 thousands of dogs from the Vancouver area have approved our facility as their go-to vacation destination for boarding.

Dogs love our Classic Boarding service which includes several off-leash supervised playtimes with other dogs throughout the day exploring the Dog Ranch’s magical forest, full-body health checks upon arrival (and every 4 days thereafter), and essential rest times in our clean, cozy, and well-ventilated rooms. Our Vancouver shuttle service options make it convenient to get to Bowen Island, just 20 minutes away from West Vancouver.

For additional pampering you can add a groom with Julia, extra outdoor playtimes, swims at one of our local beaches, solo walks, frozen Kongs that are all a part of our Enriched Boarding service, or a few sessions of training.

We are the un-kennel, a canine-centric community where dogs are treated like family, leashes are unnecessary, and “dog” is spoken fluently by our experienced handlers and trainers. Every day is an adventure!

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Classic Boarding Rate & Information:

Per night rate, per dog:

$88/night
Additional dogs from the same family: $70.40/each dog/night (approx. 20% discount).

Add extra Enriched Boarding activities to your dog’s Classic Boarding reservation, a grooming session (nail trim, bath & brush tidy-up, or full haircut), or training to sharpen their skills!

As of May 1, Bowen full-time resident dogs can receive a 10% discount on our Classic Boarding service during non-peak dates, (peak season is all long weekends and Stat holidays, Christmas week, March Break, and the months of July and August).

Save 50% on trial stays, up to 3 nights. If your dog hasn’t boarded with us before and has possible separation anxiety or other issues, they may need an overnight trial or full day of day camp trial. This is to ensure the Dog Ranch environment is a good fit for their longer stay. Once you fill out an application form we’ll determine if a trial stay is needed.

We do not ask for a deposit for our boarding service however we may ask for a Board & Train deposit.  If you have to change your plans, we hope you’ll send your pup back to us in the future.

Starting October 1, 2025 the nightly rate will increase approx. 5% ($4.50/night) to $92.50/night. Additional dogs from the same family: $73.50/each dog/night (20% discount).

We encourage all our clients to use our City Group Shuttle Monday and Thursday mornings as it’s the most cost-effective way to transport your dog to and from Bowen Island. If time and convenience is imperative to your schedule we also offer a custom Door-to-door city Shuttle Service.

Boarding dogs must arrive by noon (1:30pm at the latest), so they have time indoors and outdoors to get to know the other canine guests and the team.

Rate includes your dog staying with us until 4:30pm on the day of departure (no extra day care costs).

We accept un-neutered or un-spayed dogs on a case-by-case basis. Contact us directly to discuss.

All dogs must be potty-trained.

Aggressive or highly reactive dogs are not eligible for enrolment.

We encourage tours with you and your dog so we are all comfortable ensuring the Dog Ranch is the right fit for your pup. We prefer tours off the arrival of the 10:15am sailing from Horseshoe Bay either Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, and by appointment.

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City & Bowen Shuttle Transportation

We make it easy to transport your Pup to the Dog Ranch with one of our three city shuttle options.

VIEW SHUTTLE OPTIONS

Vaccinations & Health Details

Please ensure your dogs vaccinations are up-to-date, and we are aware of any health issues.

MORE HEALTH INFO

Prepare Your Pup

For Their Visit

In order to keep your pup happy, healthy and safe with us, please read this important information.

ENSURE YOUR PUP IS READY

BOOK YOUR PUP’S CLASSIC BOARDING RESERVATION

NEW CLIENTS CLICK HERE
EXISTING CLIENTS CLICK HERE

“We’ve got the experience to ensure that your pup is happy, healthy and safe while at the Bowen Island Dog Ranch.”

– Karen Munro, Founder and Managing Director

Some dogs just need more activity, often a lot more. Check out our Enriched Boarding program here

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