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Wagland Kennel

9572 Mahan Dr, Tallahassee, FL 32309

4.4
76 Google reviews
Staff overnightOutdoor yardAccepts puppiesReactive breeds OK

Overview

Wagland Kennel is a family-owned dog boarding facility in Tallahassee, FL, operating since 1992 and newly acquired by the Quigley family in January 2024. They offer individualized care with spacious private kennels and personal play yards for each dog, with all dogs receiving outdoor time regardless of temperament or spay/neuter status. Pricing starts at $30/night for the first dog and $25/night for additional dogs, with a monthly rate of $720.

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, DHPP, DHLPP, Bordetella

Policies & Details

Hours & Billing

Drop-off hours:6PM-8PM or 8AM-9AM (morning drop-off $20 fee)
Pick-up hours:6PM-8PM or 8AM-9AM
Billing method:Per night

Care & Play

Solo play
Daily updates โ€” Free
Comfort items allowed
Feeding policy:Owner provides food (not explicitly stated but implied)

Requirements

Spay/neuter policy:Not required - all dogs get individualized outdoor time regardless of spay/neuter status

Extras

Multi-dog discount โ€” Each additional dog $25/night (vs $30 for first dog)
Owner operated

What Reviews Say

72 reviews analyzed

Wagland Kennel presents a polarized reputation with approximately 70% of reviews being 5-star and praising the caring staff, excellent communication, happy dogs, and affordable pricing. However, serious red flags emerge in negative reviews: multiple dogs returning with flea infestations, injuries, and severe gastrointestinal illnesses requiring vet care. Communication issues and occasional rude staff interactions are recurring complaints. The owners are highly responsive to reviews, responding to nearly all feedback professionally. While most dogs clearly receive excellent care and love their stays, the safety incidents and sanitation issues in a minority of reviews are concerning and suggest inconsistent quality control.

Dog happiness
4.5
Value
4.5
Facility
4.0
Drop-off / pickup
4.0
Staff
3.5
Communication
3.0
Cleanliness
2.5
Safety
2.0

People love

Staff genuinely loves and cares for dogs(15)Excellent communication and updates(12)Dogs come home happy and tired (well-exercised)(18)Reasonable pricing/good value(8)Flexible scheduling and accommodating(6)

Staff shoutouts

MorganJames(2 mentions)AliciaPattyJeff

Worth noting

Dogs returning with serious injuries/cuts without notification

โ€œI just noticed a cut on my girl's upper lip. It's small, and I understand dogs can get hurt, but a heads up would have been nice.โ€

Flea infestations and severe skin infections

โ€œhis body was covered with dead fleas...He was also covered with multiple, infected hot spots.โ€

Dogs becoming severely ill after boarding (vomiting, diarrhea, dehydration)

โ€œthe day after we picked up they both became very sick - Coming out of both ends...the cost of meds, testing and vet visits was around $200.โ€

Potential neglect - dog not fed, left in soiled cage

โ€œthey had forgotten to feed him for an entire week...he smelled as if they had abandoned him leaving him no choice but to urinated and defecate on himself in his own kennel.โ€

Rough handling of dogs by staff

โ€œhe grabbed my golden retriever by the back of the neck, pushed him into the ground, and said CALM DOWN.โ€

Communication/phone accessibility issues(4 mentions)

โ€œThe kennel is not reachable by phone call (they do not answer phones during business hours)โ€

Rude staff behavior(4 mentions)

โ€œthe guy who took her from us seemed rude and standoffish, almost as if he hated his job.โ€

Dogs returning injured or sick(5 mentions)

โ€œMy dog is less than one year-old...I will be taking my dog to the vet tomorrow.โ€

Lack of transparency about facility(2 mentions)

โ€œI was told that clients were not allowed in the kennel part of the facility because of their insurance. I thought they must be hiding something.โ€

Owner replies to 97% of reviewsAvg response: 1dprofessional tone28 repeat customers

At a Glance

Google rating
4.4/ 5
Review score
3.5/ 5
Amenities4 of 14
Reviews76
Repeat customersNumber of reviews that mention returning or being a regular customer.28

Pricing

Boarding

$30/night

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