Elkhound Ranch Kennels
9205 N Brooklyn Ave, Kansas City, MO 64155
Overview
Elkhound Ranch Kennels is a family-owned facility in Kansas City with nearly 40 years of experience, offering dog boarding, daycare, grooming, and training services. They are non-breed restrictive and accommodate dogs of all sizes, with 102 runs including luxury suites, indoor/outdoor runs, and outdoor exercise yards. The facility provides climate-controlled kennels, medication administration at no extra charge, and various add-on services like group play and training.
Amenities & Policies
Max capacity: 102 dogs
Required vaccinations: Bordetella, DHPP, Canine Distemper
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Cancellation & Deposits
Care & Play
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What Reviews Say
406 reviews analyzedElkhound Ranch Kennels is highly regarded for its specialized ability to handle reactive or 'aggressive' breeds that other facilities turn away, and its 'Board and Train' program receives frequent praise for effectiveness. However, there is a significant dichotomy in experiences; while many regulars report happy, tired dogs, a cluster of serious negative reviews alleges medical neglect, severe dehydration, and poor sanitation. The owner is extremely active in responses but often adopts a defensive or litigious tone when addressing negative feedback.
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Worth noting
Severe medical neglect/Dehydration
“My poor baby lost 10 pounds and is currently hooked up to an IV catheter... kidney failure from being so dehydrated.”
Physical handling concerns during training
“Bill grabbed my dog roughly by the skin along his ribs and stomach, causing my dog to yelp softly.”
Unexplained injuries/Sores
“Upon picking them up both had multiple large open sores and coughs... prescribed a cream that is used on burn victims.”
Hygiene/Smell(12 mentions)
“The dogs reeked of urine. We had to drive an hour home with windows open and eyes watering.”
Communication/Responsiveness(9 mentions)
“I have reached out to this kennel MULTIPLE times... and they never answer!!!!!!”
Sunday Billing Policy(4 mentions)
“They dont open until 4 on Sunday so they automatically charge you for the next day (Mon).”
Top Rated
4.6 stars from 414+ reviews
This facility has earned a Top Rated badge for maintaining a 4.6-star rating across 414 reviews.
At a Glance
Max capacity
102 dogs
Pricing
Boarding
$37.25–$62.25/night
Daycare
$25/day
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