Champion Kennels

Brian Buck

2024-04

This is a poorly run kennel and I would avoid leaving any animal that you love there. The manager is terrible and the owner is worse. The owner personally told me taking care of dogs is easy because they sleep 16 -18 hours a day. There is no air conditioning for the dogs at all. The kennel is dark and dingy. Avoid at all costs!!!!!!!

Kimberly Boutwell

2024-02

My boys love Sherry , best place for a grooming session. Also, I have done training here in the past. Great instructors, well ran kennel facility.

Sarah Mathews

2023-08

After adopting my rescue in October, I immediately got him into training classes here and we haven’t stopped since! We’ve done positive training level 1 and 2, dog sport, and multiple levels of nose work. Each class has been amazing and I’ve gained so much knowledge from the trainers as a first time dog owner. I have boarded my dog here both for the day and over night and I love seeing how excited he gets when we pull into the parking lot. Every staff member knows him by name and genuinely cares about him and get excited to see him come in. There prices are extremely reasonable for the level of care and love that is shown to your pet during their stay! I can not say enough positive things about Champion Kennels!

Jennifer Martino

2022-05

We recently boarded our dog and cat overnight at Champion for several days, and we couldn’t be happier with their kindness, care, and professionalism! Both pets had little to no experience with boarding, and so we were a bit apprehensive about leaving them in an unfamiliar place. Everyone at Champion was so kind and patient with us, answering all of our questions and reassuring us that our pets were in good hands! Plus, we were really pleased at how clean and spacious their facilities were.While we were away, Champion staff were extremely responsive when we asked for updates/photos, and at pickup, we were thrilled to see how happy our pets were. It was clear that they were very well cared for! They also came home with little report cards about their stay, which was a great personal touch.We’ll certainly be using Champion’s services again, if need be. Thanks to everyone there who made this such a positive experience for us!

ruth griesemer

2022-05

After a horrible experience with a boarder in Sudbury Mass my Vet recommended that I try Champion Kennels in Sterling. My babies have had 2 day visits and one overnight. They have been loved and welcomed by the staff and I could not be more pleased. I can now leave Howie and Charlotte knowing they are not only well cared for they are happy. Cannot say enough good things about Champion Kennels!

Darlene Tucker

2021-05

They are a complete Kennel. They offer many different type of classes. My best behaved dogs have been trained at Champion Kennels.I currently attend a class with Kris. She has been wonderful with my dogs. She understand dog behavior and explains why the dogs do things so you can understand how to train them. Within 6 months I was able to get an obedience title on my dog.They have top quality dog food and toys for sale. They have great kennels and grooming for your dogs. Everything you need for your dog is here.

Pat Lovett

2021-05

Champion Kennels is a great training facility. Our instructor Kris listened to what we needed from our dog, got to know the dog, and then as easy as pie she got him to do just what she asked. Amazinggentle techniques, all very painless and pleasant for each one of us. Perfection!

Cindy D

2021-05

Recommended. Will be back for cat boarding! Allowed me to use my cats dry brand of food to avoid stomach upset. My cat gets car sick and they cleaned him up on my arrival. Friendly staff and hours are more convenient for picking up and dropping off compared to some other boarding facilities. Definitely worth visiting Champion kennels if you need pet boarding.Edit: Unfortunately they have become more popular for cat boarding and they went up their rate to the same rate as many other boarding facilities. Also, they started booking up so I couldn't board my cat at all. I had to go elsewhere, closer to me, for the same rate.

dakota kelly

2023-05

one trainer here kicked puppies and recommend we yank a nipping puppy's leash to correct it. the trainer who came after her whipped a dog with separation anxiety and told us to be the alpha over our dogs. I left classes extremely confused at times.

Cindy Walter

2021-05

We took our dog for a private lesson with Kris. The dog was aggressive toward young girls and I have a number of nieces and small children in the house. I brought the dog and one of the little girls and Kris taught us exactly what to do to modify the dogs behavior and help the young girls get comfortable with the dog. They are now best friends thanks to the suggestions and exercises that Kris gave us.

James Sovchuk

2021-05

Great place for grooming and nail clipping. Employees are always nice and friendly. My dogs actually get excited when we pull into the parking lot.They are great with the dogs.

Peggy Volawski

2023-10

Has gotten better over the years, but staff interaction can be hit or miss. Not sure how they deal with indoor-outdoor runs during the winter either.

Kathleen Szymanczyk

2019-05

Took great care of my two dogs. Many other kennels refused to board them because they are part shafordshire bull terriers. Champion has a vast knowledge of many breeds to appropriately care for each dog.

Sue M

2019-05

Love this kennels! Have been using this place forany years for my Golden's. My dogs love it here. Clean, beautiful, safe place to board your dogs. Grooming is top notch

Johnathan Thompson

2020-05

Love this place. A great store inside for useful leashes, training treats, and fun toys. It's cash and check only no plastic. Took an obedience class with Jen and she was 6/5 stars. A really great teacher with lots of helpful insight.

Karen Smith

2018-05

We have been using Champion Kennels for over 15 years for training,grooming, and overnight stays with our 4 dogs. We are completely satisfied with all the staff and would highly recommend Champion Kennels for your dogs or cats.

Paul Dowd, Sr.

2024-03

They do an outstanding job here! I have used both their day-board and overnight-boarding services for my Belgian Malinois. Not a single issue. I would highly recommend them!

melissa guglielmello

2021-05

Went to Champion Kennels awhile back to get some help with my dog and getting him comfortable around children. I had my friend come with me with her sister and nephew so we could work on how to fix the problem and the ENTIRE time the woman just talked about irrelevant things like feeding the dog and told me I should train my dog to walk on a treadmill for exercise.. I wish I was kidding but you just can’t make this stuff up! She did not have the dog interact with my friends nephew at all and wasted my friends, her sister, her nephew, and my time. Not worth the money for stupid/irrelevant advice.

Mary Delaney

2017-05

I've been boarding my dogs here for years. The staff is amazing and the facility is clean and safe. I am always comfortable with leaving them here even if it's for an extended stay. I wouldn't go anywhere else!

Ann Marie Young

2018-05

I'm sure the kennel is geat. The trainer I had was very young. I also train dogs and took the class for socializing my well behaved dog. The trainer seemed intimidated by his breed and also implied my training methods were wrong because I don't use food motivation. I've been training dogs longer than she has been alive.... I've also competed and judge ack competition, so I kinda know what I'm doing. I did not return after the first class.

John Vila

2020-05

Avoid this place at all costs!!!! Not only are they running an illegal operation that avoids taxes. They look at every pet as a dollar sign and may up the price randomly after you’ve already left your animal and your committed. SHAMEFUL!!!! My dog was completely traumatized by this experience and has been working his way back to normality. I will be reporting this place to the better business bureau and i hope they get shut down for the sake of all.

Annie Lynn

2022-05

Champion is the best! Everyone I've interacted with has been so helpful and friendly. If you need training go see Kris! 10/10 highly recommend this place

Amanda Campbell

2016-05

You have to drop off before 4:30 (Hello people work) and only have a 1 hour window on Sunday's to pick up, which of course is 4-5, also inconvenient. I won't be bringing my dog here because they don't know how humans work!

Colleen McEwan

2018-05

If you are looking for a great groomer, call Champion Kennels!!! Ask for Amanda!!! She is so AWESOME!!!! I am so glad we found her!!!!

Mark Dziokonski

2022-05

They did a fantastic job grooming my St. Bernard. Very reasonably priced.

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2023-05

Love this place there pet food is very reasonable. And only place I know of that you can get fresh marrow bones.

Jerry Rogich

2019-05

Excellent support and our dog was treated fine and came home in great shape. Highly Recommend.

Jeff Paster

2016-05

Most amazing staff and facility. Used them for years for kenneling and grooming. Highly recommend.

PapaJoe Gaudet

2017-05

They love dogs. They keep a live staff member on site 24/7 to ensure the dogs are ALWAYS safe & secure.

Anissa Zabriskie

2018-05

Sherry and the other lady on staff were WONDERFUL!!! We have finally found a safe haven for our Dog 🐶!!