Raccoon River Kennels

Steveo Carlson 5 months ago

Both our dogs Ruby and Coco love it here! Ruby can be scared of people and certain situations but she is always anxious to go to RR. The staff is great and do a great job with communication. We trust them with our girls!

Kodiane Jernberg 5 months ago

I don’t typically write reviews, but Raccoon River Kennels deserves the praise —this place is incredible! We’ve been using RRK for both daycare and boarding for over a year, and it has been nothing short of amazing for our high-energy retriever who lives for time with other dogs. Our pup knows exactly where we’re going the second I mention “friends,” and his excited circles and “talking” in the car can’t be contained - that alone tells me everything I need to know about how he’s treated when with his RRK family - but there is so much more that keeps me at ease. When we arrive, the staff excitedly greets our boy by name (and somehow they know every other dog’s name – and even the owner’s cars - which is seriously impressive). Our pup happily runs right in without looking back, and it’s evident from the moment you walk through the doors that the staff genuinely cares about every dog that comes in. The team has also been incredibly flexible and accommodating, especially when we’ve had last minute changes, which is such a gift with the schedule my family keeps. Katy, Alissa, Lexi, Samara, … the list of incredible people behind the doors of this facility goes on. I also respect and

Betsy Robson 6 months ago

The absolute best in Des Moines! I’ve tried other daycares, but none of them provided the level of activity, engagement and care we get at RR. The facilities are amazing and the staff truly cares about the dogs on a personal level. The conversations I’ve had upon drop off and pick up show me they take the time to know each dog. This is a huge relief to know they care about his likes/dislikes, know what is unusual for him, and actually enjoy playing with him/provide him love during the day. My dog pulls us inside on play days and gives the staff “hugs” every chance he gets. It’s a little out of our way but it is well worth it. I’d highly recommend to anyone!

Jeff 8 months ago

Raccoon River kennels was great. I took my dog to two different places for a test run and both places did not want to keep him because they thought he was aggressive. Raccoon River Kennels knew how to work with him. He is not aggressive he just needs to warm up to you. They did an amazing job working with him and they had no issues whatsoever. If I ever need to board him again this is where I will be taking him.

JnJEllis 8 months ago

Due to the death of a family member, out of state, we had to make an impromptu trip. The staff were more than helpful, sent pictures with updates every day. We never had to worry about our fur kids at all. We will use them again and highly recommend them. Thank you Raccoon River Kennels staff for keeping our Mia & Galli safe and happy!