Valhalla Farm and Kennel

"Valhalla farm and kennel was great! They took excellent care of my extra large dog. The owners have years of experience working with dogs which shows in their facility and boarding practices. I would recommend Valhalla to anyone that cares about their dog and wants them well cared for while you are away. The facility is a little off the beaten path so there is plenty of space and no concern of traffic issues. Give them a call early because they book up quickly."

"We love Valhalla Kennels! Before we first dropped our dog there, Anna gave a thorough tour of the facilities and demonstrated clear expertise in animal care. Our dog has now stayed at Valhalla 4 or 5 times, and she loves it so much that she tries to run out of the car as fast as she can when we arrive. Anna is also very easy to coordinate with and she has been flexible as our travel plans changed at the last minute due to unforeseen circumstances."

"I just got my first show doggie, Giant schnauzer Anna and her husband has been super helpful. I tried doing the ear posting but it wasn’t so successful so I decided to drive 2 hours and let a professional do it. I arrived there they even had a sterile spot for my pup to go potty and an sterile grooming table to do his ears… i am a groomer and they ALSO give me lots of advice about grooming and showed me how to and why too. I am so thankful and happy to find them. Thanks guys I’ll definitely will be coming back and trusting my giant babies to you!"

"Had my standard poodle groomed by Anna at the Valhalla kennels yesterday. She did a fabulous job but beyond that she sat with me asking questions making me comfortable and the dog comfortable prior to grooming him she gave me A great deal of information, much appreciated! It is a beautiful clean facility that they built with obviously a great deal of thought. I would recommend themTo anyone."

"Valhalla Farm and Kennel has it all!  If you're looking for dog boarding - day or overnight, grooming, conformation dog handling, breeding, or just some plain old advice, both Anna and Ben are a wealth of knowledge and experience when it comes to anything "dog."  They are more than willing to share what they know and will enlist their extensive list of contacts for even more in-depth feedback!  They are a fun couple to be around, and both humans and dogs know it and love them for it! Their newly constructed dog kennel is at the same standard that you would see in veterinarian schools - besides everything being clean! clean! clean!, they have many large indoor air conditioned / outdoor covered kennel runs that open out onto fenced in rolling pastures where the dogs can romp around, well-thought out internal cleaning stations and sanitation enhancing drainage, a large grooming area with hydraulic grooming tables & overhead pull-down electrical cords, an area for females in heat, spotless floors, a security system, and a large comfortable office area for visitors. During the slow time of the show season Anna offers her services to the local dog clubs and teaches conformation classes.  When I have boarded my puppy at Valhalla during the day, Anna has even brought my puppy to the evening class for me so that I can meet them there after work!  Anna always does more than what is expected.  She spent 3 days helping a couple and their puppy with several house training issues in their own home.  Will you ever find another service that gives such personalized and caring attention?  I wanted to take my puppy to the local dog beaches.  Guess what?  Anna had me buy a doggy swim vest and promptly taught him how to swim in her own pool!  When I needed guidance on materials and gear for my puppy, Anna and Ben were quick with texts, pictures, FaceTime, and videos of recommendations from which I could select.  Anna even brought my puppy to the vet for me several times when I was unable due to my work schedule -- a 45 minute drive one way!  Both Anna and Ben truly care about the well being of your dog and will do all that they can to ensure that your dog is in good health.  They treat your dog as one of their own! My first visit to Valhalla was 2 months after one of their litters was born.  Ben showed me their litter box inside their home, which, as a potential puppy owner, is comforting to know that they have a 24 hour watch on the litter and also that the puppies are growing up in a house with all of the normal sounds and activities that a puppy would hear in your own home.  Since there are so many dogs on the property, whether they be large or small, the puppies also are not fearful of other dogs and are always very spirited and happy.  Anna and Ben put me in touch with one of their puppy owners who happens to live near me.  We've had a puppy play date and plan to have many more! While Anna is out showing dogs, Ben maintains the kennel.  He has also shown dogs so he is familiar with the grooming standards for dog breeds.  Not only will your dog emerge looking glorious from one of Ben's grooming sessions but Ben is very generous in showing you how to maintain the look at home.  He will recommend the tools that you will need for your breed and show you the techniques to use.  I wish hairdressers were as forthcoming! When I needed help with choosing the right type and size of training collar Ben did not hesitate to let me borrow a couple of theirs.  He even removed links for me from my final purchased selection to ensure I had the correct fit!  I was dreading having to wrangle with a couple of wrenches and pliers.  In addition to giving out helpful dog advice, Ben has many interesting stories to tell.  Just ask him about his bagpipe playing years! If you are looking for a world class dog boarding facility, dog groomer, dog handler, or dog breeder, look no further than Valhalla Farm and Kennel! Your dog's wagging tail and affectionate kisses are all that you need to know that your dog is in good hands while staying with Anna and Ben."