I was in a bit of a bind, as two dogs I am fostering for a charitable organization (Dogs on Deployment, for a military couple on orders) aren't allowed at another kennel I use. A friend recommended Kirin, she heard good things about them from other people, including the receptionist at the vet's office.
The facility is a little tucked away, behind the main house. We had to call to figure out where to go. We were also running a little late for their official drop-off time, they were very accommodating.
Each dog or household (dogs in the same household) are kenneled separately with fenced access to outside with a ramp going to the sleeping area. I asked that the two dogs be separated, for which they didn't charge me extra. In fact, the owner offered a discount immediately over the phone when he found out I am fostering the two, and the boxer's (June) aggression toward smaller dogs would not be an issue.
The kennels were clean, there wasn't a dog smell, and the manager, Julie, was very nice. My fosters were going to be there for six days, so I was worried. She was reassuring in that June would not have any access to other dogs.
The sleeping area was completely indoors, and heated appropriately for the weather.
When I came to get them, Julie mentioned the terrier's (Lana) timid personality, and she even sat in the kennel trying to get Lana to warm up to her. This tells me she didn't just feed and clean the kennel (which was also clean upon our arrival), she actually spent some time with them.
I am happy with Kirin, and may switch to them altogether from my normal kennel.
VERY reasonably priced, even full price is $20 per dog per day, including food. read more