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Elkhound Ranch Kennels

4.6 189 reviews
Overall rating
4.6
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189 reviews
5 star 80%
4 star 9%
3 star 0%
2 star 3%
1 star 8%

About Elkhound Ranch Kennels

Elkhound Ranch Kennels is a top dog boarding and training facility in Kansas City, MO, known for its focus on strengthening the bond between pets and their owners. The facility provides excellent customer service and attentive pet care, with experienced staff ready to help with various needs. Services include dog boarding, training, grooming, and nutritional counseling. The kennels are kept clean with daily cleaning routines and feature indoor/outdoor runs as well as a leash-free dog park open to the public. Pet owners appreciate the friendly and helpful staff, affordable prices, and special touches like going-home baths. The training programs have helped dogs learn good behavior, with some pets even sitting calmly during dinner. Many clients enjoy bringing their dogs for a mini vacation, as the dogs always seem happy and excited to see the staff, including Arthur, Griffin, and Truman. Recent reviews highlight the effectiveness of the training, with some dogs experiencing positive behavioral changes after just a few weeks. The trainers, especially Bill, are praised for their patience and professionalism, providing detailed updates and support even after training is complete. The staff are knowledgeable and caring, making it a trusted choice for pet owners seeking reliable boarding and training services. With years of experience, Elkhound Ranch Kennels continues to be a reputable place for dogs and cats alike in the Kansas City area.

Sep 2026
5.0
My dogs always run to the door to go inside Elkhound. That says a lot to me about their impression on being boarded. And there’s no issues with leaving me to go back to their kennel. I feel comfortable leaving my dogs at Elkhound.
Sep 2026
5.0
We took our 5 month old puppy to the 2 week board and train program. The price was amazing at 1,000 compared to double at most other programs. Adam the owner was very helpful and educational to answer all my questions for setting up the service. Bill the trainer did an amazing job and send multiple videos on his training progress throughout the stay. When we picked our dog up, Bill spend over an hour showing and then allowing us to practice techniques with our dog. You can tell Bill is very passionate about dogs and knows his craft. I could see a big difference in my dogs skill and obedience from the start to finish. My dog had a sense of control and was able to follow… read full review
Sep 2026
5.0
Staff was very nice took excellent care of Star. They offer a lot of services and do not use any crates. Her space had a outside access run via a pet door and also had extra time to be outside with staff supervision. The facility is climate controlled - meaning Cool. Very Nice. I have confidence she will be safe when we have to be away at Elkhound Ranch.
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Hours

Monday 8AM - 6PM
Tuesday 8AM - 6PM
Wednesday 8AM - 6PM
Thursday 8AM - 6PM
Friday 8AM - 6PM
Saturday 9AM - 12PM
Sunday 4 - 5PM

Good to know

  • women-owned
  • offers military discount
  • open to all

Location

9205 North Brooklyn Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64155

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