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Suggs Kennel Inc

229 Lafayette Dr, Augusta, GA 30909

4.6
147 Google reviews
Staff overnightOutdoor yardSmall dog areaAccepts puppiesReactive breeds OKMedication adminGroomingClimate controlledOvernight potty breaks

Overview

Suggs Kennels is a family-owned and operated pet boarding facility in Augusta, GA, established in 1963. They offer climate-controlled boarding for dogs, cats, and exotic pets with indoor/outdoor runs and four play yards. Services include boarding and grooming, with medication administration at no extra charge. A free temperament test is required for all dogs before their first stay.

Amenities & Policies

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

Required vaccinations: Rabies, Bordetella, Feline Leukemia

Policies & Details

Hours & Billing

Drop-off hours:7am-10am
Pick-up hours:4pm-6pm
Checkout time:12pm

Cancellation & Deposits

Cancellation penalty:Deposits are nonrefundable
Deposit required β€” $50

Care & Play

Group play
Solo play
Daily updates
Feeding policy:Owner provides food
Raw diet accommodated

Safety & Emergency

Emergency vet cost:Owner

Extras

Owner operated

What Reviews Say

146 reviews analyzed

Suggs Kennel Inc is a highly regarded family-owned facility with a predominantly 5-star rating from 146 reviews. Long-term customers praise the caring staff (especially Mark and Robert), reasonable prices, and clean facility. However, concerning red flags emerge: kennel cough outbreaks, dogs returning injured with raw legs, feeding neglect (one cat fed once daily instead of twice), and overcrowding during peak periods. The cash-only policy causes confusion when not disclosed upfront. These issues appear sporadic rather than systemic, likely occurring during high-volume periods like holidays. The majority of customers are extremely satisfied and remain loyal for decades.

Dog happiness
4.6
Staff
4.5
Value
4.3
Cleanliness
4.2
Facility
4.0
Drop-off / pickup
4.0
Safety
3.8
Communication
3.8

People love

Exceptional staff kindness and animal care(45)Long-term loyalty (years/decades of use)(38)Dogs happy and excited to return(25)Clean facility(15)Reasonable prices(12)Accommodating last-minute bookings(10)Great for evacuations/hurricanes(8)

Staff shoutouts

Mark(12 mentions)Robert(8 mentions)Michelle(2 mentions)Mr. Suggs(3 mentions)

Worth noting

Kennel cough outbreak - multiple dogs returned sick with coughing/gagging

β€œmy vet said that it was kennel cough, they might have gotten it while at the kennel”

Dog returned with raw/bleeding legs and insect bites

β€œthere was rawness to the front and hind legs...mosquitoes it’s all over the body on both”

Overcrowding - 85+ dogs at facility during peak times

β€œthere was over 85 dogs here when we got our dog and he was covered in his own pee”

Cat feeding neglect - only fed once daily instead of twice

β€œall 7 cans of fancy feast were still in the bag. They only fed her ONE can of food per day”

Dog returned urine-soaked with no bed

β€œhe had a very strong odor of urine...he must’ve spent much of his time there urine soaked with no bed”

Overfeeding pets beyond instructions

β€œI sent extra wet food in case we had to extend our stay, but found that they were given more than what they should have gotten in a day”

Cash-only payment policy not disclosed upfront(4 mentions)

β€œI was immediately informed right then (for the first time mind you), that the place only accepts cash”

Billing discrepancies/overcharging(2 mentions)

β€œI dropped my doggo on a Friday then come and pick him up on Sunday to be charged 50% more”

Bath/grooming not provided when scheduled(3 mentions)

β€œI had scheduled a dog bath for my buddy while I was out of town, but come back to find not only did they say he was not bathed”

Staff appears young/teenagers(2 mentions)

β€œI did notice that they were quite young- probably teenagers”

Facility smell

β€œIt’s very smell”

Owner replies to 6% of reviewsAvg response: 1dprofessional tone52 repeat customers

Top Rated

4.6 stars from 147+ reviews

This facility has earned a Top Rated badge for maintaining a 4.6-star rating across 147 reviews.

At a Glance

Google rating
4.6/ 5
Review score
4.2/ 5
Amenities9 of 14
Reviews147
Repeat customersNumber of reviews that mention returning or being a regular customer.52

Pricing

Boarding

$30–$40/night

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