What Our Customers Are Saying

My experience with Blaine Kennels was over-the-top impressive. From the tour to the boarding, I couldn't be more pleased. The facility is remarkable. The staff is highly trained and provide fear-free care and fun for the dogs. Many thanks.

We love Blaine Kennels! It's such a relief to drop our dog Moosie off and have a stress-free vacation trusting that they understand his needs and will look after him. Blaine Kennels was recommended to us as the best boarding facility in …

We love Blaine Kennels! We were looking for people who know dogs, can train dogs, and aren’t afraid of anything. We love the staff, and trust them to care for our dog when we are away. Cannot recommend them strongly enough!

As a traveling Healthcare professional sometimes it can be hard to leave my dog in a boarding facility in an area or place I don't know. I tend to do a lot of research and take a tour if it's allowed. Here I was able to tour the facility …

I am so grateful to have found Blaine Kennels! I have peace of mind knowing my nervous pup is having a good (& calm) time at daycare/boarding. The trainers are incredible and so knowledgeable, we love Blaine Kennels!!

We’ve been using Blaine Kennels for many years and they have been amazing to work with!! They take such good care of our dog and go above and beyond for him when he’s there. He comes home every time looking great and very happy!

Best place! Cured my dog pulling on leash in 15 minutes.

They are so great with my chihuahua Berkley he is getting older and can be a little feisty and it doesn’t faze them one bit. He seems very relaxed while being there. I would highly recommend them!

Blaine Kennels is the best place EVER. I know when I leave my dog they will be attentive to his needs and he will have a great time because the BK people truly understand dogs. He comes out calmer than when I left him. Love you Blaine …

My wife found this place last year when we took an 8 day roadtrip out West and back. Our human kids are all out of the house except for Otis and Pepper, out two rescue bully breeds. They are also our kids. Family. Period. So when making …

Blaine Kennels is by far the greatest facility in the Twin Cities for your fur babies. Both our dogs have the best time and are always cared for so well whether they are there for just a daycare day or extended stay. Their training programs…

I use them for daycare and boarding. This is the only place where my dog gets training and gets to play. She loves it there and we feel good bringing her.

Blaine Kennels is the only place we board Mabel. 12 year old Street Dog Rescue from Thailand. The staff understands Mabel & likes her. Each member of the grew has gotten to know her & her needs. She's a 27 lb Spitz breed (possibly Indian …

I attended the reactive dog workshop with one of my dogs, and the experience was excellent! The owners of Blaine Kennels knew exactly how to help and I was astounded as to the immediate change in my dog's behavior when I was shown new and …

we signed up for a facility tour and is totally amazed by the owner's effort in helping all types of dogs. they are able to setup a safe environment for dogs to grow and learn from each other to become a better pet for the owner. our dog …

After a week of boarding at Blaine Kennels, our pup was clean and happy and healthy.

Unfortunately we have no idea how he did. Other kennels we have used have had web cams so we could watch him, and have reported how things went, how he …

These guys are great – especially for reactive dogs! My wild girl is too spicy for most dog sitters but the staff at Blaine Kennels knows how to handle her and bring out her best self. I've boarded her with Blaine Kennels a few times now …

Because our lab Louie has been attending and having such a great experience at the Blaine Kennel day care/mentor pack program, we had no concerns when deciding where to bring him when needing a 6-night stay. He got the perfect balance of …

We just had our first evaluation with Blaine Kennels. I was skeptical of the $279 fee for a one hour evaluation – incredibly worth it. I learned a ton and these folks are MAGICIANS with dogs. Incredible. Our dog was literally changed by the…

first time going there. all went well. I will use it again.

Thank you, Blaine Kennels! We learned more about our Yorkie in the 1.5 hours we spent with you than in the 8 years we've had with him. The interaction we had with Chesney and Tom was exceptional! Thank you for spending time with us. …

The BEST place ever!! Highly trained staff, better than any “dog daycare” I’ve ever used! I drive 30+ min because it’s the only place I trust with my pup! Cannot recommend enough!

Peaceful environment, polite staff, many amenities for the dogs (treadmills, agility, multiple yards, group play). This makes for an easy and content stay for them. Also effective at giving anxious / reactive dogs structure and a place to …

I was nervous to leave my pup who has never been away from me for more than 8 hours. It was a relief hearing that they can work with us for future visits and to help us with both of our dogs behaviors in general.

Blaine Kennels slogan is we’re not fancy, we’re family. It’s true. Blaine Kennels has treated us and especially our dog Flash, like family and I can’t express how much I appreciate their kindness. We’ve been bringing Flashy there since I …

We had one training session so far and were very pleased. I’ll add more to this review once we’ve been to day care a few times and are finished with the 2 week reset they’ve started us on.

Blaine kennels has been a lifesaver!!

Great service and flexibility.

The staff, trainers, everyone are amazing as well as the mentor dogs, all who do their best to have a good experience.

Our 12 year old Mabel is a smart spunky street dog rescue. She has attitude! The staff at Blaine Kennels like her and know how to work with her. When we pick her up she is happy and healthy. It's the only Kennel for Mabel. Woof!

We love Blaine Kennels! Their boarding experience is one of a kind as they interact with our dog rather than leaving her to sit in a pen. They make sure she gets pet and loved so she’s on a vacation just as much as we are when we leave her…

Absolutely love Blaine Kennels! My little man Manchego has a blast here and comes home content and tired:) Customer service and care is top notch. When I drop my pup off I even find myself calmer around Thomas! 😜😊

Hank has started daycare at Blaine Kennels. Love the philosophy of all dogs have the right to be their best! We look forward to working with the team to allow Hank to live his best life.

I attended a three hour reactive dog course here. The instructors broke down the skills and focused on my dog’s behavior throughout the whole class. Although this was a group class, it felt like an individual class with how much attention …

Blaine Kennels always takes excellent care of our dog. She loves all the staff there and we feel safe leaving her for daycare or boarding.

The staff at the facility were great! I have two small reactive dogs that I've never boarded before. Jack and Diamond's stay went better than I'd expected, and the staff provided wonderful and honest advice about how I could further improve…

I have a reactive rescue dog. Up until our recent boarding experience at Blaine Kennels, my only option was to pay a dog sitter to stay at my house. If the dog sitter was already booked, I had to change my travel plans. My dog had a very …

I don't know who gets more excited....Bear going to Blaine Kennels or us when we go out of town!

Thank You

Arnie loves his time there!

Oliver loves staying at Blaine Kennels; he’s XL and doesn’t always have the best manners but I can trust the staff there 100% to keep him and others safe.

Met the owner of this business recently. What a fantastic outlook on how to train dogs. Having a calming presence and being able to separate owners from dogs, and train them properly is such a gift. Easy recommendation to take dogs here.

Had the best time at this beautiful facility.

My 2 little pups love going to daycare. Blaine Kennels makes it easy to schedule appointments and drop off and pick up is a breeze

I cannot say enough about Blaine Kennels and their staff. They are amazing, so helpful, and knowledge about spicy dogs and all dogs. They genuinely care for the dogs and provide strategies and training to help your dog become the very …

I’ve been so happy with Blaine Kennels in taking care of my dog Lilly and I recommend them highly!

THIS is the place I send all of you folks that reach out to me for advice! This is where your difficult dog can be saved. RUN, DON'T WALK !

Our dog attended the board and train program in the spring and he has become a much more balanced dog! Of course the training does continue at home and we’ve felt very supported with questions or issues that arise while us humans learn our …

Super impressed with the folks at blaine kennels. We have a very high energy dog with social anxieties

The staff at Blaine Kennels were champions at handling her, even with her anxieties and all her issues.

After I received some great …

They are fantastic and go above and beyond. Especially when working with special needs dogs 🐕

Our babies love going to Blaine. They are so flexible and such a huge stress reliever for our family. They are always happy to go and happy when we pick them up! Communication is awesome.

Our dogs LOVE Blaine Kennels. The staff is always so accommodating and they take great care of them. Best of all they come home exhausted! Both dogs also went through the training programs and we were so happy with the results.

Awesome place for our dog. She gets excited to go there and comes home happy. Couldn’t have asked for a better daycare or boarding option.

Blaine Kennels is amazing! Our dogs LOVE the staff (and so do we)! We have one dog that is more easy going and one that is more reactive. The staff is VERY well trained to handle personality types of our dogs correctly. It’s very nice to be…

Our dogs went here for the first time ever being boarded. They came back tired and happy. Our male is reactive and they were able to work with him during his stay. This place is amazing. There is definitely a sense of calm at this boarding …

What’s most comforting about this boarding locale is that my Dogs – 2 of them who board together are 100% happy about coming here. It’s a good place for them where I know they’ll be cared for while I’m away for a couple of days. Great …

Excellent dog day care for my reactive pup!

Blaine Kennels is the best – my dog is reactive and has anxiety and they are so patient, and do an excellent job tailoring her experience to combating any excess anxiety. Love em!

Bean using Blaine Kennels for over 2y. Did evaluation with Thomas for my dog. I fallow his advices and can see results. I really recommend this place for dog training and boarding. Great staff members.

Awesome place. Had some issues with other boarding places taking our reactive dog and these girls handled our Louie amazingly. Never thought I would feel comfortable boarding him anywhere and can say with confidence that Blaine Kennels is …

Blaine Kennels is truly the best of the best for doggy daycare and boarding! I’ve been a customer for 4+ years and am continually impressed with the knowledgeable and experienced staff. The facility is well maintained and beautiful! Keep …

We started attending the daycare at BK in Feb 2023. My dog Sota can be reactive towards dogs and people, so I was happy to hear they were willing to to accommodate him. They took an entire day to assess him, and took the time to …

I only use Blaine kennels. They are the only place that understands the particular needs of my dog. He is reactive. He has spent time in their board and train program. He learned a lot, as have I but still he needs experienced caregivers. …

Kira went to the Move Your Mutt and the Daycare program. She seems content going there. Everyone working at Blaine Kennels are very helpful with giving you suggestions and expert knowledge to help you handle your dog. Been to multiple …

The staff here are great! Very professional and friendly. Highly recommended!!

I love Blaine Kennels – they have been instrumental in making my pound puppy an excellent dog. Their personal care is second to non. Five stars!

It's not fancy, like the sign says, but it's quality. Reserving boarding space is easy. Keeping my vaccination documentation is easy. They're always prompt when I drop off and prompt when I pick up. My dog is well cared for and they make …

The dogs look forward to going and look longingly back as we pull out of the driveway.

Our dog Lenny loves Blaine Kennels!

You can really tell that they care your animals. I would recommend to anyone. Go here, not Stone Mountain you and your dog will be so much happier because of it.

Great place to have your pups stay!

The team at Blaine Kennels is incredible, they truly care about dogs. Our dog has been going to Blaine Kennels since he was a puppy, he absolutely loves his “Friends” day. They understand each dogs personalities, needs and opportunities …

They really take the time to figure out what kind of training will be best for your dog.

We have been using Blaine Kennels for the last few years- ever since we got a golden retriever puppy. We've used different programs they offer from boarding to the born & train program. Thomas & the staff have been wonderful. They're very …

Our dogs love it there. We started to board them and they never came home stressed. I trust Blaine Kennels to take good care of my dogs when I’m gone. I never had an issue. One of my dogs also does the structured daycare they offer. I …

Blaine Kennels went above and beyond in our time of need. We’re extremely grateful for their passion and care for our boys. Thank you, Blaine Kennels team!!!

My dog just finished a 10 night stay here. We had trouble finding a kennel for him because he doesn't like other dogs. Blaine Kennels worked with him and really helped him grow! The level of care he received is out of this world. I highly …

Bluy is a vet hard dog and you guys do a wonderful job with him. We don’t worry when we leave him there

I have been searching to find a place like Blaine Kennels! The level of knowledge, love, and respect they have for dogs is outstanding. You can see the level of commitment and love they give to every dog that is in their care. I wouldn't …

My dealings with Blaine Kennels has always been very good. That is way I alway go back to them for the things that I need for training and boarding.

Blaine Kennels is amazing with dogs! My dog went from not trusting other people to joining their mentor pack to help other dogs learn how to dog. They really are dog whisperers. I am so grateful to be able to send my dog to them. We also…

My dog is so familiar with the wonderful people at Blaine Kennels

Experienced handlers with tons of dog knowledge. I trust my dogs will be safe and happy there when I'm out of town.

I will send any and every dog owner I know to Blaine Kennels for behavioral training. They completely changed our relationship with our dog, who—at one point—we thought we might have to re-home. It was a Google review like this one that …

I hesitate to even give this place a great review because I selfishly want to keep it a secret. But their care of our dogs and training (really, training us not the dogs) has been life changing. If you have a challenging pup, this is where …

Happy, smiley pups – says a lot about Blaine Kennels!

First trip there was great. Hope my dog learned as much as I did.

Last year, I received a GSD who had come into care with some heavy guarding behaviors, high drive, and some reactivity to certain types of people who displayed weak energy. He was not able to be safely boarded at just any facility because …

Taking part in the DogSquad training at Blaine Kennels has been life changing for myself and my dog, Finley. After just four weeks, he learned how to properly leash walk, elevated his abilities and response time to basic commands and recall…

Blaine Kennels is the only place I trust to bring my dog when I'm away.

Just Awesome!!

Our dogs love it here and love the staff. Everyone is friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable. We kennel our dogs there and always know they will be well taken care of. We did some training with our dogs here as well and have been impressed …

Boarded my dogs here for a week and they loved it! They came back happy and exhausted. Lovely place with great people.

I paid for an evaluation. I explained I have spent hundreds of dollars on different trainers and worked on different methods for hours to help my dog with his aggression. After being there for 3 minutes they let me know that it is more …

We absolutely adore Blaine Kennels. They are kind and have flexible hours. Our nervous dog is always excited to see them. Rates are totally reasonable, too!

They took great care of my dog

Amazing

The people that work there know dogs. My dog loves going there and comes home tired which is great. The boarders get out with the dogs that are in training. And their training program is great.

We have been searching for a kennel that would take our difficult dog for years and finally came across this wonderful place. Thomas offered a meet and greet and showed us his magic! Our dog typically does not do well with other people but…

We were on a hunt for a board and train place that would take good care of our big guy. We wanted him to be part of our wedding within a few months and Thomas and his crew did just that! They broke him of a few puppy habits and got him to …

This was our first time boarding our pup Frisco. I was so nervous she would be scared the whole time and come home a wreck. She was not at all, she was the happiest and most tired I've ever seen. We will definitely be back, thank you so …