Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Luxury Pet Boarding, Grooming & Daycare in Westbrook, CT
Silver Trails Kennel The Animal Inn Kennel The Animal Inn has been a trusted name in pet care since 1975, when it was established by the Bernard family. Under new ownership by the Ziegler family, we continue to provide modern, reliable care for pets across the Connecticut Shoreline. Our facility spans 50 acres and features 110 spacious indoor/outdoor accommodations, including luxury suites with air conditioning and premium amenities. We prioritize safety, comfort, and enrichment, offering climate-controlled environments, daily cleaning, and classical music to soothe anxious pets. Our team administers medications, coordinates veterinary care, and tailors feeding schedules to individual needs.With 45+ years of experience, we are committed to maintaining a secure, engaging 'home away from home' for dogs and cats. Our services include boarding, grooming, daycare, and specialized activities like woodland trail walks and splash pad play. Accredited by PCSA and state-licensed, we uphold rigorous standards of excellence. Located in Westbrook, Connecticut, we serve pets and families who demand exceptional care. Our dedication to continuous improvement ensures pets remain happy, healthy, and well-cared for during every stay.
Services
Pet Boarding
Doggie Day Care
Pet Grooming
Luxury Suites
Woodland Trail Walks
Splash-n-Play
Cuddle Time
Busy Bones Treat
Ice Cream Social
Night Tuck-In
Details
- Year established: 1975
Highlights and features
- We offer 45+ years of dedicated pet care experience.
- Our climate-controlled suites ensure pet comfort year-round.
- Award-winning facility voted Best Pet Boarding on the Shoreline.
- 24/7 soothing classical music for anxious pets.
- Experienced staff trained in administering medications and emergency care.
Associations and certifications
- PCSA Accredited Facility
- State Licensed Facility
What people say
Best Pet Boarding
Spacious accommodations
Attentive staff
Pets' happiness
45+ years experience
Services
Pet Boarding
Our pet boarding service offers 110 spacious indoor/outdoor living areas, including luxury suites with air conditioning and hand-painted murals. Dogs enjoy private runs and covered outdoor spaces, while cats relax in individual catteries with outdoor patios. All accommodations are climate-controlled, cleaned daily, and designed for safety and comfort.
Doggie Day Care
Doggie Day Care includes supervised play sessions in fenced yards, woodland trail walks, and splash pad activities. Pets engage in tailored exercise and socialization while enjoying structured, one-on-one attention from staff. Services like Cuddle Time and Busy Bones Treats provide mental stimulation and relaxation.
Pet Grooming
Professional grooming services include baths, dematting, ear cleaning, nail clipping, and de-shedding. Our experienced groomer, Rachel, caters to all dog breeds and cats. Self-serve washing stations with shampoo and tools are also available by appointment for pet owners.
Luxury Suites
Luxury suites offer oversized, air-conditioned spaces ideal for large dogs, multiple pets, or anxious animals. Each suite includes thick mats, bedding, and a quiet environment. Rates start at $60/day for one dog, with options for additional pets.
Woodland Trail Walks
Woodland Trail Walks provide 20-minute guided sessions on scenic trails or in open fields. Pets enjoy fresh air, exercise, and personalized attention from staff. This activity is priced at $12 per session and complements daily playtime routines.
People
Rachel
Groomer
Rachel has 2.5 years of experience grooming all dog breeds and cats. She specializes in baths, dematting, ear cleaning, and nail care, ensuring pets look and feel their best.
Questions
What services does Silver Trails Kennel The Animal Inn Kennel The Animal Inn Kennel offer?
We provide pet boarding, grooming, daycare, and specialized activities like woodland trail walks and splash pad play for dogs and cats.
Are vaccinations required for boarding?
Yes, pets must have rabies, bordetella, and distemper vaccinations. Proof is required upon arrival.
How can I book an appointment?
Call us at (860) 399-7673 or text (860) 876-7728 for current customers. New clients can contact us via our website form.
What is your cancellation policy?
A 25% fee applies if canceled less than 24 hours before arrival for boarding or grooming appointments.
Do you offer 24/7 emergency care?
We coordinate veterinary care during operating hours. For emergencies, we transport pets to local veterinarians as needed.
Are there special accommodations for anxious pets?
Yes, luxury suites provide quiet, climate-controlled spaces. Classical music plays 24/7 to soothe anxious animals.
Reviews (7)
Jeffrey Correa
Jun 06, 2022
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We've boarded our dogs with Silver Trails multiple times. It's always a great experience. They are kind, safe, clean, helpful, and super responsive. I do wish like some other places they either had a cam or send you periodic pics of your dogs, especially for longer stays. But, otherwise, they are awesome. Highly recommend.
Desaree Edwards
May 27, 2022
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Silver Trails has boarded our puppies for a couple of years now. They are always treated well and handled safely. The facilities are clean and well maintained. The staff are amazing and so sweet to our babies! Our puppies come home happy, clean, and well fed. This is a great place to board your animals!
Tawn Green
May 21, 2022
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Very well organized, polite and our baby girl Loxi had a great time. When we picked her up she was stress free and happy. Recommend too all.
Ronald Harris
Feb 13, 2022
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They do a great job, my dog always looks and smells great when I have him groomed here I would recommend them to anyone.
Nicole Hines
Jan 20, 2022
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Great owners and staff. Silver trails is the only place i trust taking care of my dog when needed. They have revamped the whole space and it is beyond fantastic. The staff truly care about the dogs and it shows. Thank you silver trails
Greg Dix
Dec 03, 2021
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The great place to take your dog to get a haircut groom wear whatever boarded why you go on vacation try it you'll like it
Chicken Nuggets
Jul 18, 2021
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Needless to say I will not bring my dog Here again. I came the week before to check out your business looked at all of the Kennel's. I opted to go with the larger kennel because I thought it would be best for my dog she said no problem will let you get that 1. The day I got there to drop my dog off I was told that he was going into the smaller kennel and that the other ones were already booked completely oh completely unprofessional I requested that kennel from day one they didn't give it to me gave my sister-in-law an attitude when she picked the dog up gave me an attitude when I dropped the dog off will never bored again
