Firefly Kennel

Firefly Kennel is a dog boarding and canine training facility on Simpson Corner Road. It boards dogs overnight, works with owners on training, and rents its grounds out as a private dog park. That combination is not a common one for a kennel.

What the kennel offers

Overnight boarding is the main service, with outdoor space on the property. Training is the second line of work, and the kennel keeps training fields for it. Owners can also reserve the dog park privately, whether or not their dog ever boards there. The setup suits owners who want their dog to have room to move and work during a stay.

• Overnight pet boarding
• Outdoor space on site
• Canine training
• Private dog park and training field rental
• Published dog care guidelines and kennel rates

Renting the field

The rental side sets Firefly Kennel apart from kennels that only do overnight stays. A private booking gives a handler the run of the space, which suits shy dogs, reactive dogs, and anyone drilling recall without other dogs in the picture. Rentals cover the dog park and the training fields. It is also a reason to keep the number handy even in weeks when nobody is going away.

Practical details

Firefly Kennel publishes its dog care guidelines and kennel rates, so owners can read the policies and pricing before booking anything. The kennel's site carries the boarding information and facility rental pages, and there is a Facebook page as well. Calls go to (207) 234-3566. Anyone comparing kennels should ask about vaccination requirements and drop-off timing when they call, since those details vary from place to place.