Marcinda Kennels

Marcinda Kennels handles dog boarding in Spokane, WA, from a property at 11024 N Forker Rd on the city's north side. The kennel has been family-owned and operated since 1979. Dogs of every size are accepted, and the same property boards cats, birds, bunnies, ferrets and small farm animals.

What a stay includes

• Indoor/outdoor dog runs and three large play yards
• Solo outdoor playtime four times a day
• Medication administration and special diets
• Post-operative monitoring, wound care and bandage changes
• Pet pick-up and delivery

How dogs spend the day

Each dog goes out on its own, four times a day, into one of three large play yards. Runs connect indoor and outdoor space. That setup suits dogs who do better without a group around them.

Dogs that need medical attention

Staff give vet-prescribed medications and follow special feeding instructions. They also take on post-operative monitoring, wound care and bandage changes, which makes the kennel an option for a dog recovering from surgery.

Beyond dogs

The property is set up for more than one kind of guest. There are large cat runs, a pig pen, a ferret suite, and in-office spaces for bunnies, birds and other small animals. Pick-up and delivery is available.

Hours, rates and booking

Rates published on the kennel's website run $14 to $24 per day, depending on the animal and the type of boarding. Bookings are made by email at appt@marcindakennels.com; the phone number is 509-928-6662. Hours are 8 AM to 8 PM Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 1 PM Saturday, and 5 PM to 8 PM Sunday. Vaccinations are required.