Our Story:
Sunset Barquis opened its doors in 2017, originally known as Barkingham Palace. A brief change in ownership soon transformed it into The Sunset Barquis—a playful nod to the iconic Sunset Marquis Hotel on the Sunset Strip.
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The original owners passed the leash to two passionate managers: one an aspiring actor and comedian, the other an artist. After a few years of chasing both their creative dreams and running the business, they chose to focus on their first loves and put the daycare up for sale.
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That’s when Ian Kelly entered the story. A lifelong dog lover and self-proclaimed “dog-preneur” from Boston, Ian dreamed of leaving harsh New England winters behind for sunny LA skies. In June 2019, after a few promising phone calls, Ian booked a one-way ticket to Los Angeles. He visited Sunset Barquis, fell in love with its charm, and quickly stepped in to give the business the future it deserved.
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Under Ian’s leadership, Sunset Barquis expanded from catering only to small dogs to welcoming pups of all sizes and offering a broader range of services to the local dog-loving community. Just as we were hitting our stride, the Covid-19 pandemic arrived in early 2020. Like so many small businesses, we faced the challenge of rebuilding from scratch. Thanks to the loyalty of our amazing clients and our dedicated team, we emerged stronger than ever.
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Today, Sunset Barquis is proud to be a beloved part of the West Hollywood community. Our mission is simple: to be the most trusted, most loved dog daycare by providing exceptional care and plenty of tail-wagging fun.​ Every member of our team is a trained, experienced dog handler (and a devoted dog parent themselves). We treat your pups like family—because to us, they are. We’re more than a daycare - we’re a pack. And we can’t wait to welcome you and your furry friend 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!
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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!