Almost Home Kennel is the only place I will board my dogs ! Let me tell you why...... This kennel is run by a husband and wife, they have a wonderful hand with dogs. Kind and gentle. Their home is attached to the kennel, so they are always there. I will not leave my dogs to be tended by some young kids that are more interested in their cell phones then my dogs, or a place where staff leaves at 7pm and no one is back in the building until 7-8 am. I worry about fire, break ins, whatever could happen in the 12 hours my dogs are alone. Plus, my dogs are house broken and I don't want them to hold it that long, or learn to have accidents. The owners, Darlene and Rick , are the only ones who handle my dogs and their facility is super clean and safe. Plus, they are just good people. I have been in rescue and animal welfare for 20+ years, I have seen a lot. The new trend is to have big open rooms so all boarding dogs can play all day. I think that is very dangerous. Not only spreading germs, but a dog that is fine at home, may not be fine in a large group. My dogs could be attacked, or even just scared , I want my dogs to feel safe and have their own space. Much safer that way. Almost Home dogs have their own large indoor/outdoor covered runs, and there are several big yards you can arrange to have them exercised in during the day. The entire facility is very securely fenced. Family dogs can share a run , depending on dogs size. Check them out, call and set up a tour. You will not be disappointed. If only I could leave my kids there too while I was on vacation.... One can dream . :) read more