BarkYard Pet Resort Will Open in Lubbock This November
The new facility will provide boarding and retail services starting on November 2, 2026.
Updated on Oct. 14, 2026 in Openings & Closings
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Owner Jenny Melville will open the BarkYard Pet Resort on 1-acre of land located at 1005 County Road 7300 in Lubbock. The facility is scheduled to begin operations on November 2, 2026.
Why it matters
The resort aims to serve the local pet-owning community by offering boarding and retail services, with a portion of retail profits pledged to support animal shelters and rescue organizations.
The 1-acre property features 40 regular kennels, 6 larger-breed kennels, and 10-15 smaller ones, with day passes set at $28. Management plans to hire five part-time staff members and an assistant manager for the launch.
The players
Jenny Melville
She is the owner of the newly established BarkYard Pet Resort.
The details
The facility features two outdoor play areas, a retail section, a lobby lounge, and a washroom for pets. Before boarding, owners must complete a profile creation and participate in a mandatory meet and greet, with pet status updates available via a portal or phone calls.
Timeline
BarkYard Pet Resort is scheduled to open on November 2, 2026.
The business expects to provide services through the 2026 holiday season.
Market Landscape
This opening reflects the broader industry trend of expanding boutique boarding options that offer additional amenities like retail and grooming. BarkYard positions itself within this competitive sector by emphasizing community-focused charitable contributions and phased future facility expansions.
Local pet owners can expect to pay $28 for full-day pet boarding, though half-day options are not available. Prospective employees can currently access the facility's job opportunities through the official website.
The takeaway
Potential customers should ensure their pets are prepared for the mandatory meet and greet process before the November opening. Supporting this business also contributes to regional animal shelters through the owner's retail profit-sharing model.
What happens next
Phase Two development plans for the facility include a dog wading pool, splash area, sniff-and-dig garden, raised deck, and agility equipment.
Further reading
For more information on the local retail climate, visit Lubbock Openings & Closings.
More information
To apply for positions at the facility, visit the BarkYard employment application portal.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Lubbock Avalanche-Journal.
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