Reviews of Gracie's Kennels (Golf)

Michael Grand

I would 100% recommend Gracie’s to anyone! Carleigh was unbelievable with my dog Rio, she treats him like he’s her own. The daycare is a great way for Rio to stay comfortable around other dogs and he comes home tired! YES!! Rio also has some allergies and specific feeding routines and she is more than willing to follow instructions and give medications along with lots of love.

Michelle Sylvest

Carleigh is the best and my dog loves going!! And she takes the best pics of the pooches

Megan Manning

I never felt comfortable leaving my dog in a Kennel ... until I met the Gracie’s Kennel team! I can’t say enough good things about them and would not hesitate to book my dog there again. The daycare program is also a saving grace for high energy dogs like mine. Great value great service!

Brenda Staniforth

We love Gracie's and so does our dog Chester. They are amazing people with an amazing service. They are responsive, caring and professional. Their boarding and day care services are top notch. We know when we drop Chester off, he is going to be cared for, loved and will come home tired and happy!

Veronika Hong

Fantastic people to deal with!

Sean Smillie

Our 9 month old puppy stayed here for 3 nights and loved it! It's great knowing we have a safe place to leave him. Super friendly staff and a great service all round, they are always happy to help. We have already recommended to friends and family!

Peter Robertshaw

Our GSD loves her weekly daycare visits to Gracies! Carleigh is so genuine and caring of the dogs that we can confidently leave our pup with her without hesitation.

Rj tomazic

Wonderful place run by even more wonderful people. Our dog loves his days here and and it's so incredibly useful for us when my partner and I are at work - we know our four legged friend can go somewhere for the day, hang out with his buddies and be well looked after. Such great value for this peace of mind and for an almost tired doggy at the end of the day. Carleigh also takes amazing videos and photos of our pets so we can see what they get up to all day! We recommend Gracie's to others regularly and will happily keep doing so!

Alex Robinson

Our dogs came home happy and looked well care for. We loved the photos while we were gone! I'm happy we have a safe place to leave our dogs while we travel.

La Petite Maison Registered Massage Therapy

I could not say more great things about Gracie's and the care they provide to dogs that come and stay. Carleigh and Chris were very quick to respond to my initial inquiry, provided a complimentary day for dog day-care, and a tour before leaving him in their care! Our puppy LOVES spending time at Gracie's, the ability to play and interact with other dogs within a fenced in yard for most of the day, a rest period, treats, picture and video updates throughout the day, and tons of love from both of them. Gracie's facility is very clean and safe for our puppy to spend the day and we could not be more pleased. Their services are highly highly recommended to anyone and we can't wait for our puppy to grow up running and playing at Gracie's!

Danielle Fortin

My pup Moose loves it at daycare!

Melyssa Sieber

We needed a place for Bruce to hang out whilst we did a big ride in Nelson and Gracie’s stepped up to the plate. He was nervous at first but he had a great day. Gracie is an obvious natural with dogs and is located perfectly for super walks in the woods.

Jennifer Beare

Gracie's Kennels is the best! Our dog has the absolute best time at the daycare once a week. We also went away for 2 weeks and were really nervous about leaving him for that long but he had the best time! They post videos and pictures so you know first hand how much fun they are having. They are the sweetest people who really love dogs and take such good care of them. Highly recommend!!

Zach Burleson

Our dog had the best time during his stay! He has had several daycare sessions and this was his first overnight stay. Dallas loves Carleigh and she ensures the pups are kept safe and happy.

Signe Bronson

So very happy to have this service in our town! The team are super passionate and knowledgeable and the dogs have such an amazing time!

Elizabeth Srebot

I brought my high-maintenance dog (allergies, anxiety, and overly excitable) to Gracie’s for a few days and I picked her up happy, healthy, and very, very tired. I have had instances when my dog came home from a kennel injured, but Carleigh and Chris seemed incredibly attentive and I felt confident and comfortable that my pup would be in good hands. The kennel and yard areas are very clean and well maintained, and they have done a great job with their COVID-19 protocols to ensure everyone’s safety. They had no issue with administering her daily meds and watching out for her itchy side effects, or ensuring that her training would be upheld during her stay. Very reasonably priced for both boarding and daycare, lots of time with other dogs, and plenty room to run and play — everything that you can really ask for. The incredible photos Carleigh takes are really just the icing on the cake! When you find a great kennel and doggy daycare, you will be a customer for life, and I will continue telling everyone I know to take their pups to Gracie’s ❤️

Ian Mckee

The fact that after a four-day stay our cocker poodle puppy ran straight up to Carly (instead of in the opposite direction) when he next saw her told us everything we needed to know about his experience. Even though he had been 'abandoned' by us at his tender age as we had to make a trip for a hospital visit he was so pleased to see her again. Obviously he had been very well treated and had loved his stay. We have been highly impressed by everything we have seen at Gracie's from the moment we first visited.

Andrea Shuttleworth

WE LOVE GRACIES Carliegh and her entire team are so lovely. My doggo is obsessed with this place and so am I!

Jasmine Menzies

Brought our dogs to Gracies kennels and they were able to take our reactive dog and spend one on one time with him as well as our friendly dog and put her into dog day care for some dog socialization. we appreciated the service and the dogs were looked after awesome.

Jason WD

Carleigh is very reliable, professional and takes such great care of the dogs. Our dog can’t wait for her days there! She also has helped us in a pinch when we had emergencies and had to leave town and board our dog. Highly recommend this business for dog owners and lovers.

Faye Merrony

Rufus loved staying at Gracie's. I felt at ease knowing he was going to be well taken care of from the moment we arrived in the driveway. I appreciate the timely, clear communication, and ease of booking online. We will definitely be booking again!

riotambopata

We highly recommend Gracie's Kennel! Carly is amazing with our big old italian mastiff, she uploads pics and videos every time hes there. She understands how important private yard time is for our dog and makes sure he gets plenty of it. There is definitely no lack of love there :) Rates are very reasonable. All around great people, great place to leave your fur babies, we rest easy knowing ours is there.

Julia Sauter

This was our first time boarding our dog Bleys here. The online booking system was very quick and easy. On drop off we were greeted by a very personable young man at a very clean and well cared for facility. Bleys immediately liked him and as we left they were out exploring the run. On returning three days later Bleys was in as good a spirits as he has ever been. I think he really enjoyed his stay. This will definitely be our first choice for boarding for our next trip.

Michelle Troughton

Not sure how we would manage without Gracie's ! Maple loves it there and comes back from daycare as close to tired as a Huskey puppy gets. I wouldn't hesitate to have her board there if we needed to go away where dogs aren't welcome. 100% recommend !!

Pat Kurokawa

He hasn't been away from our side for 18 months - to say we were apprehensive is to put it mildly, but Gracie's Kennels did a great job with our beloved pooch :) They were exceptionally kind and understanding and reassured us with updates while we were away. He did better this time around than at any other time when we've had to board him. Thank you! Highly recommend them.

Tiana Wood

Super friendly and great service. I have a reactive dog who needs his own space away from other dogs. I know my dog is safe and is getting a lot of playtime when he's at Gracie's. His last stay was for 18 days, he came home happy and tired out! The added touch of getting photo updates is a huge bonus!! Highly recommend!

Jessica Larocque

Carleigh has taken the kennel to the next level. My dog clearly enjoyed herself during her week. Not only will I continue to board her, I’d even consider bringing her to daycare when my schedule gets busy. Very reassured and satisfied.

Clayton Braun

Japhy loves Gracie's Kennels !

Andrew (adm78)

My girlfriend and I took our 4.5 month old puppy Wiley to Nelson for a roadtrip in August and had a blast, but we wanted to have one day / night to ourselves. So I called up Carleigh at Gracie's Kennels and arranged for Wiley spend 24 hrs at her place. From the website and speaking with Carleigh on the phone, I felt confident and comfortable leaving our pup with her. After meeting Carleigh and dropping Wiley off and then picking him up the next morning, I would highly recommend Gracie's to anyone looking to leave their pup for a day or more in the area. The place is very close to downtown Nelson, the property is really nice, and Carleigh is wonderful. Our pup left a very happy puppy! We'll be back to Nelson and when we are, Wiley will be back at Gracie's!!

Ashleigh Andersen

Our two little dogs spend the night and two full days at Gracie Kennels last week. From the moment we walked in, we knew we had found the right place. Carleigh greeted us and was very friendly and welcoming. Our 9 year old Yorkie had never spent a night in a kennel (lucky him!) and is somewhat of a nervous quirky dog so we were abit anxious of him being in a loud 'barky' place. Our 1 year old Yorkie-Havanese just plain loves life and people (what 1 year old dog doesn't) so loved every minute of the stay. Carleigh even check in with us in the evening with a photo of the dogs letting us know they were doing great and and settling in really well. What personalized care. I would highly recommend Gracie Kennels to anyone. I could tell from the cars and trucks pulling in and out at pick up and drop off time that this place is very popular. Great job Carleigh!

Tara Zukowski

We have two lucky dogs who get to attend daycare at Gracie's on a regular basis. They're happy to get there and beautifully tired and happy when we pick them up. It's a great opportunity for socializing, which can be hard for dogs that live rurally, as ours do, so coming into town on my work days is a lovely deal for them on a number of levels. Carleigh, the owner, is friendly and kind, and you can tell that there's affection between her and the dogs. Absolutely highly recommended for dogs who like the company of other dogs, and are up for a social life beyond the usual thing with their own family.

Melanie Williams

Couldn’t be happier with the service. Great people who really do care for your dog. I’ve used their daycare numerous times and just had my pup spend her first night there - zero complaints and zero stress!!!

Lisa Schmidtke

Our two boys loved their overnight at Gracie's! Carleigh's communication was great and we loved receiving pictures of them looking like they were having the time of their lives! When we picked them up the next morning they were tired from playing all day and obviously very happy! We will definitely use again and would highly recommend!

Miriam Ramsden

Our 2 huskies, Emery and Flynn, stayed at Gracie’s for a week in June. It was the first time at Gracie’s for both of them and needless to say, we were a bit worried as Em is a bit of a diva and usually doesn’t do well in a kennel or enclosed areas. They did have a trial day at Gracie’s beforehand and they did really well but being there for a week is very different. Well, I don’t know why we were so worried. They did wonderfully and were very happy dogs when we picked them up a week later. Carleigh kept us updated and in every photo she sent, they always had a big puppy smile. The enclosed run areas for them are so nice and the sleep area is impeccably clean. Gracie’s is now our go to place for boarding our pups as we can enjoy our holidays even more knowing our family is safe and happy.

Jenn Mayberry

I was nervous to take my dog there because the last time he went to a kennel he barked his voice away and was very stressed. I dropped him off with medication in case. We got encouraging updates and great photos of what a great time he was having. We changed our plans and stayed away one more night with no problem. The owner was lovely and flexible. We picked our dog up and he was so happy and calm and not stressed out! I have already rebooked!!! So incredibly impressed and extremely reasonable prices with incredible service!!! Well done! Thank you for coming to Nelson!! We are thrilled that you are here!

Natasha Spevak

The favourite part of my doggo's week is the time he gets to spend at Gracie's! I imagine it's like dropping your child off to school for the first time... that first day he was a little apprehensive, but now he jumps from the car and runs right up to Carleigh without even giving his mum a goodbye!! Carleigh is great with the dogs, and the Instagram stories show how much fun they have there. I would 10/10 recommend Gracie's; not just for your doggo, but for you also... as by the time they get home, they're so zonked after a play day that you can have a relaxing beer!

Paul

Carliegh is the best, very helpful. Our dog Moss loves going to Gracie's kennels, lots of play time for him and we know he's safe and having fun

Chris Massey

Our dog Shadow can be difficult and stubborn. Gracie's handled the dog so very well, and understood about these kind of rescue dogs. She comes home happy and they say they love her! It is a great relief to know I can count on the accommodations and the cheerful excellent service of this Kennel! Thank you!!

Lynsey Bent

My dogs had an absolute blast at Gracie’s Kennels! It is very clean, and there is plenty of room for many dogs to play! I was never concerned about my dogs safety during COVID-19 as there are many precautions to ensure a safe transition. Great communication and gorgeous photos I will be sure to frame. Thank you so much! We will be back :)

Jessica Moreau

Excellent experience overall. We have used many other kennel/boarding services in the past. Our dog was often returned to us looking defeated and eager to leave. Gracie’s took excellent care of our girl. She was just as happy when we picked her up as she was when we dropped her off. Gracie’s will definitely be our go to whenever we are in need of quality care!

christine jones

We couldn't say more positive things about Gracie's Kennels, we would highly recommend using this kennel service! Our dog loves his daycare days spent here, it has been such an awesome experience for us knowing he's in great hands. Seeing pictures and videos throughout his day definitely puts us at ease. Carleigh and her husband Chris are caring and loving people and treat any animal in their care like their own. Thank you Gracie's Kennels !!!!!

Lauren Galbraith

Our 16 month old husky X has a life enriched by his time at Gracie’s. It is so well run, the owners are enthusiastic, responsible, knowledgeable, and kind. The facility is so tidy and even on muddy days Loki comes back spruced up, worn out, and happy. We love it! 14/10 would recommend.

Brett Kryski

Gracie's Kennels is awesome! My dog stayed there for a week and had a great time. He has also done a one night stay and a day of daycare on other occasions. Gracie's has been awesome every time. It is obvious that they love dogs, and my dog loves them too. Dogs get lots of opportunities for exercise and socialization. I also love their social media updates - it's fun to see pictures of my dog when I'm away! My dog is always excited and happy when we arrive, and I think he might have more fun at the kennel than he does at home with me! I highly recommend Gracie's Kennels.

Laura Buchan

I have a super active dog that doesn't travel well, I'm so thankful to have a safe place to bring my dog while we go away....he comes home happy and tired.

Gen Landry

Gracie's is literally THE best place in the Kootenays. We have a baby coonhound who is super sensitive to new people and situations, but desperately needed some dog interaction and playtime. We booked her at Gracie's the first time intending to send her only once or twice a week, and ended up sending her 4-5 days every week up until we moved away! She always came home relaxed, happy, and totally exhausted. Carleigh and Chris are the absolute best, and were always updating us with pictures and videos. If you want your dog happy, this is where you have to take them. Even if you don't need daycare, or boarding, just do your dog a favour and send them here. They will be SO much happier!

Cameron Maher

I can not say enough about our experience with Gracie's! We have a very attached, I anxious pup and our only other kennel experience made us think it just wouldn't be an option for us however, from the moment we arrived at Gracie's, Levi seemed relaxed and happy to be there. Carleigh is such a reassuring presence and the constant (and beautiful) photos and videos allowed us to relax and enjoy our vacation. We arrived back a day earlier than anticipated and were able to adjust our pickup time easily. The pup we took home was tired from playtime and happy as can be.

Linda de Waal

My experience with Gracie's Kennels has been amazing. Esther stayed with them for 10 days. They are priced super reasonable and located very close to downtown Nelson which is very convenient. The facilities are excellent and you can tell how much Gracie Cares!! Having been to many doggy day centers I would 100% recommend this one. You will not be disappointed!! Thanks guys!

Kim Paylor

I dropped my pup off for daycare yesterday and he had an blast! He was all tuckered out when I picked him up. The owner was an absolute gem and very accommodating! I would definitely recommend this kennel and the daycare option they provide, I could tell he was cared for and the facility and fenced yard was very nice! Also make sure to follow them on social media, they post adorable pictures and videos of your pup during their visit. It completely made my day to see my little guy running around and having a good time during his stay!

Megan and Fabio Moscatelli

My dog absolutely LOVES going to daycare at Gracie's. She is treated so well, and I never worry about her when she says at the kennel overnights when I go out of town. I highly recommend Carleigh and all the services Gracie's offers. 11/10

Rochelle Neufeld

Our dog LOVES Gracie's. I'm sure if given the choice, she'd move in permanently. Carleigh and Chris are professional, attentive, and warm. They provide excellent boarding and daycare services. Can't say enough!

Daniel Haylow

Very happy with their service and care. Highly recommended!