Bark About K9's Pet Services

Our Services

Grooming

With 40 years of experience, I provide professional grooming tailored to each dog’s needs. I work straight through each session, ensuring your pet is comfortable with plenty of breaks as needed. Services include bathing, brushing, nail care, and breed-specific trims—all in a structured yet low-stress environment.

Local Pet Transport

Need a safe and reliable ride for your pet? I offer local transportation for vet visits, grooming appointments, or other needs. Your pet will travel securely and comfortably under my care.

Boarding

I offer an in-home boarding experience where dogs eat and sleep in their kennels at night but are out and active for most of the day. Pets are never left unattended, ensuring they receive constant supervision and care. Our structured daily schedule starts at 6 AM, with breakfast at 7 AM, followed by an hour of belly rest. This routine is repeated for dinner at 6 PM, and bedtime is at 10:30 PM. Your dog will enjoy a balanced mix of play, relaxation, and routine, creating a safe and comfortable stay.

Daycare

My daycare service offers a safe and structured environment for your dog to socialize, exercise, and relax. I provide supervised play, mental enrichment, and rest periods in kennels if necessary to ensure a balanced experience for every dog.

Dog Training

As a balanced trainer, I use a fair and structured approach to help dogs learn and thrive. I offer customized training programs that incorporate positive reinforcement and appropriate corrections to address obedience, behavior modification, and socialization. My goal is to build clear communication and a strong bond between you and your dog.

DIY Grooming Lessons:

As a professional dog groomer, I understand that not everyone can hire a groomer. That's why I'm offering personalized grooming lessons!

The Owner

Barbara McCarty is passionate about providing stress-free, quality grooming for dogs of all breeds and sizes. With years of experience and training in advanced techniques, she ensures every pet’s safety, comfort, and unique needs are met. Dedicated to building trust with pets and their owners, Barbara loves helping furry family members look and feel their best!

Barbara McCarty, Professional Pet Groomer

About us

Your Local, Licensed, and Bonded Pet Care Professional.

With a lifelong passion for dogs, my journey began at just 8 years old in the show ring. Taught the fundamentals of grooming and competition by my mom, I started grooming at 13, training in my late teens, and have spent over 30 years earning AKC and international championships, competing in diverse dog sports, and honing my expertise as a professional groomer. Today, I teach classes, volunteer with my therapy dog, and run Bark About K9's, offering reliable, knowledgeable, and compassionate care.

At Bark About K9's Pet Services, our mission is to provide reliable, professional, and compassionate care for dogs in Snohomish County and beyond. We are committed to supporting pet owners by offering personalized services tailored to each dog’s unique needs, including grooming, pet sitting, training, doggy daycare, and safe pet transport.

IAs a licensed and bonded provider, we prioritize the safety, well-being, and happiness of every dog in our care. Whether it’s a fresh groom, expert training, a fun-filled daycare experience, or dependable transport, we strive to create a stress-free, positive environment for pets and their owners.

Our goal is to build trust with our community and ensure every pet gets the love and attention they deserve.

Meet our Team

Luane Silva

Veterinarian

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John Suen

Caretaker

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Nancy May

Specialist

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Amelie Plin

Veterinarian

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What Our Clients Say

I took my golden retriever to see Barb today and I couldn't be more impressed! Barbra did an absolutely amazing job. When I picked up my dog, she looked so relaxed and happy--it's clear that she was well taken care of. The cut was PERFECT! After a bad experience with another groomer who shaved her like a poodle with a lion cut, I was really nervous about trying someone new, but Barbra exceeded all my expectations. My daughter came home from school and couldn't stop gushing about how beautiful she looked! Thank you so much, Barbra--we will definitely be back!

Laura M.

Barbara is hands down the best dog sitter we've ever had! She is so thoughtful and attentive, always keeping a close eye on Gatsby's health and happiness. It's clear she truly loves the dogs she looks after, and her care goes far beyond what we could have ever hoped for. Gatsby absolutely loves her and always looks like he is having the best time when he is over at her house. Barbara is great at providing you with updates on your pet and even sends photos. I could not recommend Barbara more, she is amazing!

Hayli P.

Barbara is amazing. Great communication, kept me updated on my baby, and was professional and direct in her communicating. We were able to determine in the initial call what each of our expectations were and she exceeded mine. Will be a repeat customer.
David L.