At Francis Kennels, we understand you don't want to leave your pet with just anyone. You want to ensure your pet's safety, happiness, and health. And why wouldn't you? Pet's are children too. That's why we specialize in the care of dogs, cats, small (& exotic) animals. Our facility was designed from the ground up for pet care, and we make sure every owner and pet is happy during their vacation.
Included Amenities for all guests
A climate controlled housing, complete with music playing 24 hours
Housekeeping 3-4 times per day
3-4 supervised play times per day (weather permitting)
One-on-one walk with our dog walker
Group play (or individual play if that's what your pet prefers)
Feeding & medicating at your scheduled time & dosage
Comfy bedding to relax on
Top of the line care from our employees
Stainless steel food & water bowls
Daily logging of your pet’s eating, drinking, bathroom habits
Rates
Small Dogs (1-15 lbs) - $25 / dog / night
Medium Dogs (16-40 lbs) - $30 / dog / night
Large Dogs (41-75 lbs) - $35 / dog / night
Extra Large Dogs (76+ lbs) - $40 / dog / night
Request a Villa for your pup for just $10 additional / night / dog!
Small Animals (Rabbits, Guinea Pigs, etc.) - $15 / pet / night
Holiday Rates
Holiday rates of $3 / night / pet additional will be enforced for the following dates:
Easter (4/2/2023-4/16/2023)
Memorial Day (5/22/2023-6/5/2023)
Fourth of July (6/27/2023-7/11/2023)
Labor Day (8/28/2023-9/11/2023)
Thanksgiving (11/16/2023-11/30/2023)
Christmas & New Year’s (12/18/2023-1/6/2024)
A La Carte Extras
Pond Play feat. Facebook Photos - $8.99 daily
Pavilion Yard Play feat. Facebook Photos - $4.99 daily
GoPro Video - $10.99 daily
Peanut Butter Stuffed Kong - $2.99 daily
Ice Cream - $2.99 daily
Holiday Dinner (during Major Holidays) - $5.99 daily
Brushing - $7.99 daily
Cuddle Time - $10 / 10 minutes / day
10% off / night Discount
Military/Police/Fire Personnel receive a 10% discount per night per pet
10+ Nights receive a 10% discount per night per pet
Discounts cannot be combined
Our guests
All dogs who are up to date on their Bordetella (Kennel Cough) Vaccine, Rabies Vaccine, & DHLPP Vaccine are always welcome to board at Francis Kennels. Puppies must have finished all 4 rounds of puppy boosters & be up to date on Rabies. Although it is not required, we do recommend the Canine Flu Vaccine. We do not discriminate against temperament or breed, however we do reserve the right to refuse guests who we feel are a danger to themselves, other guests, and/or our staff.
feeding & Medications
We will feed and/or medicate your dog at their scheduled time & dosage. We do strongly recommend bringing your pet's own food to help keep their tummy calm. If it's easier for you, we feed Tuffy’s Gold Maintenance Formula, and you can request that at drop off. We also keep Diamond Professional Grain Free Lamb & Lentil in stock if your pup needs a grain free diet while with us. The grain free diet is just $2 / day / dog additional.
what to pack
We will supply your pet with plenty of bedding & bowls. Vaccination records are required prior to drop off, we recommend also bringing their food, toys, & treats. We will return your collar/harness/leash to you at drop off unless specified otherwise.
Special Needs
Our highly trained staff is equipped & experienced to care for your special needs pets. We understand that some pet's require extra, extra special care and we would love to go that extra mile. Please explain any special needs you think your pet may have at the time of making the reservation. Special needs may include, but not limited to:
Intact Females in Heat - $4.99 per day (35 lbs and under) / $9.99 per day (36+ lbs)
Aggressive (unable to touch, pet, walk) - $6.99 per day
Medically Fragile and/or Physically Fragile (requires assistance or a sling to be walked) - $4.99 per day
Policies
All guests coming for any of our services to be up to date on their necessary vaccines. Dogs must be up to date on Bordetella, DHLPP, & Rabies. Cats must be up to date on FVRCP, Feline Leukemia, & Rabies.
A deposit is required for all reservations. Once you pick up your pet, your deposit comes off of your final stay. If you cancel 7+ business days prior to your check in date, your deposit is refunded to you. If you cancel within 7 business days of your check in date, your deposit is forfeited.
We do reserve the right to refuse guests who we feel are a danger to themselves, other guests, and/or our staff.
For everyone’s safety, all vaccines must be administered by a state licensed Veterinarian. We are unable to accept owner administered vaccine.
Puppies coming for our services must be at least 4 months old so they can be up to date on Bordetella, DHLPP, & Rabies.
Up to date vaccine records must be on file prior to your pet’s check in date.
Like a hotel, we require all clients to keep a valid credit card on file. This helps you if you if you have a friend or neighbor pick up your pet.
For the safety of everyone, we do not allow intact females in season (in heat) for any services. If an intact female goes into heat while staying with us, there is a $25 cleaning fee.
A Sunday/Holiday pick up or drop off is available by appointment, with a $25 surcharge per pet.