McOsker Kennels

McOsker Kennels is a family-owned dog boarding and daycare business at 6 Ponemah Rd (Route 122) in Amherst, NH. The kennel buildings are attached to the owners' home and are monitored 24 hours a day, and a veterinarian is on call around the clock. Runs are heated and air conditioned, with indoor and indoor/outdoor options plus large shaded outdoor exercise areas.

What a stay includes

Dogs are exercised three times a day, and the schedule alternates play time with quiet time. Staff administer medications and handle special diets. Grooming is available on site, and daycare runs alongside boarding.

• Heated and air-conditioned kennel space
• Indoor and indoor/outdoor runs
• Large shaded outdoor exercise runs
• Three exercise sessions a day, with quiet time between
• Medication administration and special diets

What sets it apart

Beyond boarding, McOsker Kennels is an AKC-certified Labrador Retriever breeder, and families who buy a puppy there receive a lifetime discount on the kennel's services. The business is licensed with the Town of Amherst and registered with the State of New Hampshire. Boarding attached to the owners' home is a different setup than a standalone commercial kennel, since someone is on the property overnight.

Booking and practical details

Reservations are made by phone at (603) 672-0032. The office is open 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Saturday, and 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Sunday. Dogs must be up to date on their vaccinations. The kennel is at 6 Ponemah Rd, Route 122, Amherst, NH 03031, and questions can go to mck@McOskerKennels.com or through the website at mcoskerkennels.com.