Our Story
Sunset Barquis opened its doors in 2017 as Barkingham Palace, a small-dog-only daycare. After a change in ownership, it became The Sunset Barquis—a playful nod to the iconic Sunset Marquis Hotel on the Sunset Strip.
A New Chapter 🌴
In 2019, lifelong dog lover and self-proclaimed “dog-preneur” Ian traded the harsh Boston winters for sunny Los Angeles. After one visit to Sunset Barquis, he fell in love with its charm and potential—and decided to make it his own.
Under Ian’s leadership, Sunset Barquis grew beyond its small-dog roots to welcome dogs of all sizes, while expanding its services to better serve our community.
Through It All 🏋️
Just as we were finding our stride, 2020 brought the unexpected challenge of COVID-19. Like so many small businesses, we had to close our doors and rebuild from the ground up. With the incredible loyalty of our clients and the dedication of our team, we came back stronger than ever.
Today ☀️
Today, Sunset Barquis is proud to be part of the greater West Hollywood community. Our mission is simple: give every pup the best care possible—and have a whole lot of fun along the way.
Our team is made up of trained, experienced dog handlers who are also devoted dog parents themselves. We treat every pup like family, because to us, they are family.
We’re more than a daycare. We’re a pack. And we can’t wait to welcome you and your fur baby into ours.
Our Facility
We’re proud to offer the largest space dedicated to dogs in the area—over 2,200 square feet designed exclusively for tails to wag and paws to play!
Our facility is thoughtfully divided into specialized areas to suit every pup’s personality and needs:
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Main Playroom: A spacious, supervised environment where dogs spend most of their daycare day playing, socializing, and having fun.
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VIP Lounge: A cozy, living-room-inspired space perfect for pups who prefer a calmer, more curated experience.
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Overnight Suite: A dedicated bedroom for our boarding guests who enjoy the comfort of sleeping near our attentive overnight staff.
We pride ourselves on maintaining a clean, fresh-smelling facility. Our cleaning and sanitizing routines are performed daily to help prevent the spread of germs and keep everyone safe and healthy. Come visit us and see for yourself why Sunset Barquis is where pups love to play, relax, and snooze the day—or night—away!