Dogwood Kennels and Cattery

Jamie Bills

I don't post a lot of reviews but felt compelled to share my experience with Dogwood Kennels. We recently moved to North Carolina from Wisconsin and have never had to kennel our dogs. We've always had family that could stay with them if we were gone. I researched several kennels before choosing Dogwood. They had very good reviews, and this was the only one that would allow us to pick our dogs up on Labor Day rather than waiting (and paying for another day) to pick up on Tuesday. Their prices were also very reasonable and we liked the family-type experience their website mentioned. We have a large doberman and a small chihuahua that needed to be cared for when we were on a seven-day vacation. Our Dobie is four and is quite loyal and protective. He's also not very socialized and very attached to me. I can't leave a room without him following me or waiting for me behind a closed door. We had concerns about the safety of the staff and other animals at the kennel. This was all conveyed before we chose a kennel and when we dropped him off. I asked if they could email or text me after their first night to let me know how they were doing. To my surprise they actually called me the following day and let me know they were doing well and that Vito (doberman) was doing very well and had already warmed up to the staff and having a great time. This greatly reduced our anxiety and worries and allowed us to enjoy our vacation without constantly worrying about Vito. We got home a bit earlier than we had planned and I called them around 530 on Sunday night. Anna informed me that their pick up time was only until 3pm, but I could pick them up if I could be there by 6pm. We live about 30 minutes away from the kennel so I left immediately to pick them up so we wouldn't have to wait until the next day. I arrived there right at 6pm and Vito was on his leash and running free behind their fence. I was amazed at how comfortable he was with Anna and the young gentleman that was also there. This was quite surprising as I had to walk him into the kennel when we arrived as he wasn't overly friendly when we initially arrived a week before. I always have to remain with him when we go to the vet or anywhere else to ensure that he doesn't growl at others. He was quite content and at ease with Anna. We were so thankful that we were allowed go pick them up early and bring them home. It meant a lot to us as we really missed them and were excited to be reunited. I was also blown away that they said we'd have a credit for future services since we picked them up a day early. I would highly recommend Dogwood Kennels to anyone that needs to board their pets. They far exceeded our expectations. Thank you so much for caring for our furry family members and we wouldn't consider taking them anywhere else in the future.

Arron Van Hout

Highly recommend for your animals needs and a great staff

Donna Boone

After touring a few boarding facilities, and finding out about this particular one, we decided to tour this one as well. We HAVE to be able to see where our babies will stay. No exceptions. We had one facility that wouldn't even let us pass the front desk. We met Rob, the owner the day we came. We have two rescue dogs and we were extremely hesitant to leave them anywhere. Our largest dog has never been boarded or even been to a dog park, so to say he is not socially trained is truly an understatement. After talking to Rob and explaining our concerns and fears, he reassured us that they would be taken care of extremely well. Not gonna lie - it was so hard to leave them (especially him) for the first time. That was two weeks ago. They both did fine and we would recommend this beautiful facility over and over again. Thanks to Rob and all his staff for taking care of our babies - Duke and Bella.

Mary Lee Ten Eyck

The very best kennel around! We have 2 labs and drive 58 miles so they can stay here when we are away. It’s so worth it! From the time you call ( and if they don’t answer right away, they call you right back) it is a very organized and loving place to leave your precious pets. The assistant manager Anna is terrific at answering any questions you have, and the rest of the staff is great! I highly recommend Dogwood Kennel and Cattery!