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For the pampered puppy that just doesn't fare well in an intimidating environment of traditional dog kennels, to the senior dog that may have a multitude of special needs, we have the perfect dog boarding facility. Think of our cat boarding facility as a fun place for your feline friend to stay when you are out of town. With the royal treatment of our compassionate staff, your cat will beg to return to our cat kennels. Our full-service pet boarding facility is home away from home with specially-designed care facilities for birds and turtles, and other household pets.
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The owner of Gillshire Kennels, Liz Thompson, purchased the kennel in 1981, from a couple who operated a 'mom and pop' business. Working 20 hour days, as new business owners are apt to do, Liz did all the cleaning, feeding, grooming, telephone work, purchasing, customer service, and poopy scooping.
Think of our cat boarding facility as a fun place for your feline friend to stay when you are out of town. With the royal treatment of our compassionate staff, your cat will beg to return to our cat kennels. Our cat kennel is a luxurious home away from home with careful monitoring, a focus on safety, and a very fun cat boarding environment for your pet.
For the pampered puppy that just doesn't fare well in an intimidating environment of traditional dog kennels, to the senior dog who may have a multitude of special needs, we have the perfect dog boarding facility which we refer to as dog hotel! And the reservation list for our dog hotel just keeps growing.
It was an easy walk for the dogs to get to their outside yards for the day. This building was also where the dogs meals were prepared and laundry was done. The dogs always had plenty of people contact throughout the day. The quiet atmosphere coupled with Liz's extensive knowledge of animal medicine, was the ideal solution for dogs who needed post operative care.
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Amber Griswold
Jun 22, 2022
We love Gillshire. Our pup has stayed here twice and he loves it. He's happy when I drop him off and happy when I pick him Up. Liz is amazing and so sweet. We have a lot of trips planned this summer and Max will enjoy his little trip here.
Melanie Battle
Jun 05, 2022
First time boarding our dogs and first time using Gillshire. Highly recommend Gillshire as they took fantastic care of our dogs.
Bgpprdddy
May 11, 2022
We've taken our dog Jack Jack (now an older, 12 yrs, Jack Russell) there for several years and have always had the best service, and I know they take care of him very well! We've also taken previous dogs and my mom's goldendoodle, always highly satisfied! Liz and her staff are the best!
Rima Mansoli
Dec 07, 2021
My dogs toe is fractured and I had to leave town. I wanted to take her to my regular daycare, but my vet told me she had to take it easy. Gillshire kennels made sure to take care of my baby the way I would while I was gone. They made sure she was comfortable and happy. They cleaned all of her supplies and did such a wonderful job taking care of my fragile geriatric baby. Thank you again. She was very happy when I picked her up
Steven Gilbert
Sep 07, 2021
Not boarding a pet, but. Thank you so much for great advice. Very helpful staff.
Chris Muller
Aug 31, 2021
Great place to leave your furry loved ones! Wonderful staff that really care about your cat or dogs happiness while in their care. Have been taking our cats and dog here for years.
Mildred Taylor
Aug 23, 2021
My dog was shy and they took time to get to know him. Gave ne good tips on feeding my older dog. Very comfortable with leaving him again.
Robbi Mettler-Stern
Apr 20, 2021
Gillshire is the best! Have been taking my pooches there for almost 20 years.
Edward Hartmann
Apr 14, 2021
The only place I trust to leave my 11 year old Dane. Liz is a true dog lover and has more experience than most vets.
Tara Day
Mar 28, 2021
Absolutely wonderful. I have a 19 yr old Pom and her 8 yr companion. The area for older dogs was quiet and clean. Will definitely use them again! Thank you Liz!
Anna Williamson
Mar 20, 2021
This is the only boarding kennel I've used, and I love it! Liz is so caring and good with the dogs, after a few visits he's excited when he gets to come here and seems to love all of the staff he interacts with. Liz notices when my dog has behavioral or mood changes and makes recommendations on how to work with him. I appreciate Liz as a human and trust her 100% to care for my pup.
Jennifer Wyman-Clemons
Dec 07, 2020
I've been leaving my pets here for many years. Both dogs go and return home happy and not anxious to leave the kennel when we drop them off. Liz is particular about their weight, so they usually area bit slimmer too! I highly recommend her establishment.
Tyra Winegar
Nov 19, 2019
We have had our rescue Beagle for 4 months now. She is a wonderful dog who loves playing with and being around other dogs but has separation anxiety when we are away from her. She is so happy when we pick her up either from daycare or overnight stays. Gillshire knows how to make dogs so comfortable. We never worry about her when she stays there.
Pat Toy
Apr 13, 2017
We have boarded our Italian Greyhounds and our Chihuahua at Gillshire Kennels when we have been on vacation over the past three years. Our dogs were well cared for during their stays. Liz was happy to let us bring our own food and vitamins, so that the dogs' nutrition routine was not interrupted during their stay. They were happy and in excellent condition when we picked them up.

We recommend Gillshire to our friends and to the Google Review readers. We also know Liz personally and her top-winning Dalmatian, Lindsey, from the dog shows almost every weekend and from our dog-handling classes. Liz is a loving owner and a wise and skilled "dog person."