The Bark Side Manchester
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The Bark Side Manchester
Established in 2011, The Barkside was designed to create a new standard for dog care, which includes a careful selection and induction process to provide the safest possible environment for the pooches in our care. At our flagship facility in Ancoats we provide Day Care, Dog taxi, dog walking, Grooming and a shop.

With the addition of our Cheshire and online store we have your doggy needs covered! My dog loves going here he has a full day socialising with other dogs and comes home completely tired out. It's great for high energy dogs who need that extra bit of exercise and the shop and groomer are super convenient as well.
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Our transparent, spacious, cage-free play area is perfect for providing dogs the physical & mental stimulation they need. As we all know they are very social creatures and the experience of spending long periods of time with others is priceless in terms of their wellbeing. With over 2000 square feet of indoor and outdoor play areas you can be assured that while you are busy with other things your dog is having fun.
Our main aim is to make this sometimes scary experience as relaxing and enjoyable as possible. Only one dog will be attended to in the salon (unless multiple from same household), minimising stress and anxiety and ensuring all focus is on your dog only. All dogs welcome for a stylistic, personalised salon experience with our on site groomer.
We know from personal experience that the most stressful thing about having a puppy is leaving them, let us ease that guilt and provide you with reassurance while you tend to your daily duties. As part of the visit we will feed your puppy, clean up any unwanted accidents and replace any used puppy pads.
Reviews (9)
Amie Forster
Amie Forster
Jun 03, 2021
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Thank you so much for the amazing “Bad to the Bone” kerchief we had delivered today for our puppy, Buddy! He looks insanely cute in it. It is of excellent quality and super durable against sharp puppy teeth. The care that has gone into making this is clear and I can’t tell you how excited I am to have a dog that wears a kerchief ! Thanks again and I’d recommend The Barkside Manchester to everybody!
Lee Cozens
Lee Cozens
Apr 06, 2021
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Best Groomers in Manchester! After taking our fluff-ball to multiple groomers, we have finally found one who delivers a faultless groom. We couldn’t be happier with the service we received and also how pleasant & friendly the staff were.
Sophie Thomas
Sophie Thomas
Jan 03, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Quality, Reliability, Responsiveness, Value
Such a lush place for our dogs!! Everyone there are so friendly and you can tell they really love their jobs, makes us feel so much better and less guilty about leaving them all day when we have to work.
Rosie Sillett
Rosie Sillett
Oct 11, 2020
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My dog loves coming here! All of the staff are so friendly and knowledgeable it makes me feel that little bit less guilty about leaving Cleo with them. Great value for money - wouldn't ever think about taking my beautiful girl anywhere else! Thanks team
Laura
Laura
Aug 20, 2020
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Our dog, Apollo, always comes back absolutely shattered after a fun day at daycare. The staff are so lovely and we love the little shop. I always end up coming home with a new toy for him every time I visit.
Ali Gunn
Ali Gunn
Aug 09, 2020
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Positive: Professionalism, Quality, Reliability, Responsiveness, Value
The care and love the team show the dogs is amazing. I know Duke is well looked after when he’s in doggy day care and he always looks amazing after a groom. The shops are also excellent and have everything you need to love, care and pamper your pup.
Susan Jenkison
Susan Jenkison
Jul 11, 2020
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Positive: Professionalism, Quality, Reliability, Responsiveness, Value
Rambo loves going to The Barkside for his groom, he never wants to leave afterwards! They do a great job with his groom, I wouldn't take him anywhere else and would 100% recommend.
Lulu Cave
Lulu Cave
Jun 26, 2020
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Took my dog Lily here for a full groom yesterday, they were absolutely amazing with her! Really looked after her and sorted out all her matted patches. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a city centre groomers.
Sarah
Sarah
Dec 05, 2019
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We brought our rescue dog to Barkside yesterday for his first trip to the groomers and were really nervous about leaving him but the girls there were amazing.
They were gentle with him, they made him feel comfortable and when they finished, he smelled and looked fantastic.
Would highly recommend and we will be going again.