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Quinebaug Kennels: QK Dogs

265 N Society Rd, Canterbury, CT 06331

4.5
100 Google reviews
Outdoor yardPool / water playSmall dog areaAccepts puppiesMedication adminGroomingTrainingClimate controlled

Overview

Quinebaug Kennels (QK Dogs) is a premium dog care facility in Canterbury, CT offering boarding, daycare (Vita Plena program), training, grooming, and rehabilitation services including PEMF, aquatic therapy, and laser therapy. The facility features heated floors, outdoor play areas, and is led by nationally recognized dog trainer Jennifer Broome with over 25 years of experience.

Amenities & Policies

Cage-free
Webcam
Staff overnight
Outdoor yard
Pool / water play
Small dog area
Accepts puppies4+ months
Reactive breeds
Medication admin
Grooming
Training
Climate controlled
Overnight potty breaks
Online booking
Spay/neuter required
Temperament test

Policies & Details

Hours & Billing

Drop-off hours:7am-9am
Pick-up hours:3pm-6pm
Checkout time:11:30am
Billing method:Per night

Cancellation & Deposits

Holiday surcharge β€” Peak season rates apply

Care & Play

Group play
Solo play
Feeding policy:Owner provides food

Safety & Emergency

Emergency vet protocol:On call
Emergency vet cost:Owner

Extras

Multi-dog discount β€” Family member additional dog rates available
Senior dog accommodations

What Reviews Say

100 reviews analyzed

Quinebaug Kennels (QK Dogs) is overwhelmingly regarded as a premier dog training facility in New England, with 74% of reviews giving 5 stars. Customers praise the exceptional training results, knowledgeable staff (especially Carlos, Chris, and Travis), and beautiful facility. However, there are serious red flags including multiple reports of kennel cough outbreaks with alleged misrepresentation to customers, a dog contracting Giardia, unexplained injuries, and one alarming incident where the owner reportedly screamed at customers. Communication issues and difficulty reaching staff are recurring complaints. The facility excels in training outcomes but needs improvement in transparency and customer service during adverse situations.

Dog happiness
4.8
Facility
4.8
Staff
4.7
Cleanliness
4.5
Drop-off / pickup
4.3
Value
4.2
Communication
3.8
Safety
3.5

People love

Exceptional training results(45)Knowledgeable, professional trainers(35)Clean, high-quality facility(25)Beautiful grounds/property(15)Great for gun dog training(20)

Staff shoutouts

Carlos(12 mentions)Jennifer(10 mentions)Chris(9 mentions)Travis(6 mentions)Carlee(3 mentions)Kyrena(3 mentions)Hilary(3 mentions)KarleyDarcy

Worth noting

Kennel cough outbreak with alleged misrepresentation to customers

β€œWe were told it was resolved... One week later, we were notified via email that our dog had contracted kennel cough... Jennifer was in an absolute rage screaming at the top of her lungs, swearing”

Dog contracted Giardia parasite while boarding

β€œMy dog was boarded for 2 nights while we were moving and approximately 5 days later started with loose/watery diarrhea and was so sick. He was diagnosed with a parasite called Giardia”

Dog returned with unexplained injuries (red marks on paws, black eye)

β€œI found red marks on front right paw and left back paw... they could have cleaned his paw but instead I had to ask them for a napkin”

Owner screamed at customers professionally

β€œShe was in an absolute rage screaming at the top of her lungs, swearing, and telling us we had to pick up our dog within 45 minutes”

Poor communication/lack of follow-up(4 mentions)

β€œWe were told we would be receiving periodic updates and pictures and we only received one update and that was after we called and requested it”

Unreturned phone calls/difficulty reaching staff(3 mentions)

β€œLeft five messages…. No call”

Policy issues (age restrictions, vaccination requirements)(2 mentions)

β€œThis kennel would not even consider my dog because of her age. She is an older dog”

Owner replies to 18% of reviewsAvg response: 2dprofessional tone28 repeat customers

At a Glance

Google rating
4.5/ 5
Review score
4.3/ 5
Amenities8 of 14
Repeat customersNumber of reviews that mention returning or being a regular customer.28

Min puppy age

4 months

Pricing

Boarding

$65–$235/night

Daycare

$55–$60/day

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