Bolton Kennels

Bolton Kennels handles dog boarding, cage-free open boarding, doggie daycare, and cat boarding in Bolton, CT. Dogs of every size are accepted, from small breeds up to giant ones. Overnight guests stay in private suites, and there is outdoor space on site for daily play sessions.

Services and amenities

• Traditional overnight boarding with private suites
• Cage-free open boarding, which starts with a free one-hour meet-and-greet evaluation
• Doggie daycare with supervised group play
• Large suites sized for two dogs from the same household
• Cat boarding

What sets it apart

Every dog gets one-on-one outdoor playtime with a staff member several times a day, and that time is included rather than billed as an add-on. Owners are welcome to send along their dog's own bed, food, and toys, which helps a nervous dog settle into an unfamiliar room. The staff is certified in Pet First Aid and CPR.

For anything beyond routine care, the kennel works with Bolton Veterinary Hospital as its emergency veterinarian. That kind of arrangement matters most on the day nobody plans for.

Practical details

Listed business hours run Monday through Friday, with the day starting at 7:00 AM. Published rates range from $18 to $76 per night depending on the type of stay. Proof of current vaccinations is required before any visit.

Dogs headed for open boarding need to clear the free evaluation first, since those dogs join the daycare group during the day. Reservations and pricing questions go through 860-649-0079, and the same number accepts text messages. Anyone comparing options in Bolton should call ahead, since suite space is limited and the evaluation has to be scheduled before a first open boarding stay.