Old MacDonald Kennels
RR#1, site 7, Ponoka, AB T4J 1R1
Overview
Old MacDonald Kennels is a boarding facility offering spacious enclosures and outdoor play areas for dogs. They focus on animal welfare, with services including boarding, rescue, adoption, and community animal bylaw enforcement. The facility emphasizes safety, vaccinations, and spaying/neutering.
Amenities & Policies
What Reviews Say
159 reviews analyzedOld MacDonald Kennels is highly regarded as both a top-tier boarding facility and a dedicated animal rescue, with many customers traveling long distances to use their services. While the boarding side receives near-universal praise for cleanliness and genuine animal care, the rescue side has faced minor criticism regarding adoption communication and priority given to returning customers. Overall, the facility is defined by a passionate staff and a strong community reputation for saving and rehoming animals.
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Worth noting
Inaccurate animal profiling leading to safety risk
“He honestly was a GREAT dog.... Until we thought we could trust. He tore after our cat and shook her... It was actually stated in his profile that he's NOT good with cats.”
Adoption process/Communication(4 mentions)
“She said she saw my name and number on the kennel, but someone showed up today who was a returning customer so I gave them the dog.”
Surrender policy
“I was told that my EMERGENCY for an 11 month old puppy and 2 kittens was not good enough for the waiting list.”
Top Rated
4.8 stars from 158+ reviews
This facility has earned a Top Rated badge for maintaining a 4.8-star rating across 158 reviews.
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