EA Kennels (Elizabeth Ann Kennels)

EA Kennels (Elizabeth Ann Kennels) is a boarding and daycare facility at 1103 Valley Road in Stirling, NJ, and it takes dogs, cats, and small animals. Owners searching for dog boarding in Stirling will find individual indoor and outdoor runs, so each guest has its own space inside and its own patch of ground outside when the door is opened. Indoor areas are heated and air-conditioned, which matters in a New Jersey January or July.

What they offer

The kennel handles overnight stays and daytime care, and it isn't dogs-only. Cats board here, and so do birds, rabbits, and guinea pigs. Spa services are available on site, though haircuts are not among them.

• Boarding in individual indoor and outdoor runs
• Dog daycare
• Cat boarding
• Small-animal boarding for birds, rabbits, and guinea pigs
• Spa services (no haircuts)

What owners tend to notice

Bedding is supplied, so there's no need to pack a crate pad. Cots, blankets, and toys are kept on hand for both indoor and outdoor use. The kennel also stocks its own NutraSource kibble for purchase, which helps when a dog runs out mid-stay or an owner would rather not haul a bag along.

Outdoor play areas are grassy rather than all concrete, and there is indoor play space for days when the weather doesn't cooperate. Between the climate-controlled indoor areas and the attached outdoor runs, dogs move between inside and outside without much fuss.

Practical details

Reservations are made by phone at 908-604-4200. Proof of vaccination is required before a stay, so it's worth having records from the vet ready when calling. The facility sits on Valley Road in Stirling, and general questions can go to eakennels@yahoo.com or through eakennels.com. EA Kennels also posts on Facebook and Instagram for owners who want a look at the place before booking.