Ripanco Kennels

Ripanco Kennels is a boarding kennel at 1174 Mountainview in Waterbury, VT, offering overnight stays, daycare and grooming for dogs. Owners looking for dog boarding in Waterbury will find private runs, supervised play and all-inclusive daily rates here. The kennel also has a separate air-conditioned cat room.

What does a boarding stay look like?

Each dog gets its own private indoor/outdoor run with access to a larger play yard. The runs are renovated Mason Sani-kennels with stainless steel and tempered glass doors. Supervised small-group play time is included in the boarding rate, so dogs get social time without an add-on fee.

Key services and amenities:

• Private indoor/outdoor runs and private suites
• Supervised small-group play, included with boarding
• Climate control and indoor play space
• Daycare and grooming on site
• Pick-up and drop-off service on weekdays and weekends

How are food and medications handled?

Boarding rates are all-inclusive and cover an all-natural super-premium diet, Fromm Gold. Dogs with special diets can be accommodated. Staff also administer medication, which helps if your dog needs regular doses while you are away.

Hours, pricing and booking

Ripanco Kennels is open 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. It is closed on Wednesdays, so plan drop-off and pick-up around that day. Published rates range from $32 to $115 per day, depending on the service and number of pets. Vaccinations are required for all guests.

The kennel offers a transport service for owners who can't make the drive, with pick-up and drop-off available on both weekdays and weekends. To check availability or ask about a specific dog, call (802) 244-8556 or visit ripancokennels.com. The kennel also posts updates on its Facebook page.