Kennel Connect

09/25/2026

Established Pet Care Business with Two Homes on 5 Acres of the Olympic Peninsula

Port Angeles, Washington | Offered at $899,000

Imagine having your home, your business, and your own private piece of the Olympic Peninsula all in one place. Set on 5 acres between Sequim and Port Angeles, this property offers the opportunity to step into an established pet care business while enjoying the privacy and lifestyle that come with a country setting. With the Olympic National Park, ocean, Strait of Juan de Fuca, and easy access to both Port Angeles and Sequim nearby, there’s plenty to explore when you’re off the clock.

At the heart of the property is Paw Prince, a well-established dog boarding, grooming, and specialty training business that has been serving the area for 32 years. The business operates under a transferable Conditional Use Permit and is being offered fully furnished, with current customers, equipment, supplies, signage, décor, and everything needed to step into an operation with an established presence in the community.

The approximately 1,200-square-foot shop is thoughtfully designed for both the dogs and the people caring for them. An expansive entry yard leads into a welcoming reception area and large grooming room with dual tubs and separate laundry. Six themed, living-room-style boarding rooms can accommodate up to 30 dogs, with each room featuring its own window, heating control, and television. Four large exercise yards provide plenty of space for play, with unique terrain, trees, rocks, hills, and obstacles creating an engaging environment for canine guests.

The property also offers something that makes this live/work setup especially appealing: two separate living quarters. The main 2006 residence offers 1,890 square feet with three bedrooms, two baths, two offices, a kitchen with breakfast nook, dining room, laundry, and a second living room/den. The primary suite includes a walk-in closet, private office, and ensuite bath, while the large covered deck, fenced backyard, mature landscaping, raised garden beds, and fruit trees create a comfortable space to enjoy when you’re not working.

Located beside the business is a vintage 1967 two-bedroom, one-bath single-wide that provides a separate living space for a manager, employee, or rental use. Its placement next to the shop also creates the potential for 24-hour staffing without putting employees in your personal living space. Meanwhile, the main residence sits down its own private driveway, separated from the business by an open field—giving you a natural division between work and home.

This is the kind of property where the business and lifestyle genuinely work together. You can step into a long-standing pet care operation, live comfortably on the property, provide separate housing for management if needed, and enjoy five acres of beautiful Pacific Northwest surroundings—all while being minutes from the outdoor recreation that makes the Olympic Peninsula such a special place to call home.

For someone ready to combine their passion for dogs with the freedom of owning their own property and business, Paw Prince offers a truly complete live/work opportunity on the Olympic Peninsula.

Ready to take a closer look? Click the link in the comments to view full details, browse photos, and schedule your private tour. ✨

09/24/2026

The pet-care business is changing. Is your facility keeping up? 🐶

Customer expectations are evolving, labor continues to be a major challenge, and operators are finding new ways to use their space, services, and resources to build stronger businesses.

Our latest article takes a closer look at what that means for today’s kennel owners and operators—from efficiency and staffing to capacity, customer experience, expansion, and long-term flexibility.

Because sometimes the answer isn’t more space. It’s making better use of the space you already have.

👉 Read the full article:
https://www.kennelconnect.com/rethinking-the-modern-pet-care-facility

Your facility is more than where your business operates. It’s part of the business itself—and worth taking a fresh look at.

How today’s changing pet-care landscape is shaping the way kennel owners should think about their facilities, operations, and future growth. The kennel business has always been about much more than putting dogs in runs. Behind every successful boarding, daycare, training, or pet-care operation is ...

09/24/2026

Step Into Kennel Ownership with 5 Acres & an Established Facility

Andrews, Indiana | Offered at $265,000

For someone who has dreamed of owning a kennel facility but isn’t looking to take on a large-scale operation, this property offers an exciting way to get your foot in the door of facility ownership without starting from the ground up. Set on 5 acres in a peaceful country setting, it comes with an established kennel facility already in place—and the possibility of building a home on the property adds another layer of flexibility.

The approximately 1,324-square-foot kennel building offers 20 kennel runs along with a well-equipped grooming space, bathroom, break room, central air, and the infrastructure needed for a small-scale pet care operation. The property has a long history as a working kennel and provides a solid foundation for someone looking to establish or expand their presence in the pet care industry.

The acreage is another part of the appeal. With five acres surrounding the facility, you have the privacy and setting of a country property while still having a dedicated commercial-use building already in place. And with the potential to build your own home here, you could create a true live-and-work setup tailored around your lifestyle and your dogs.

Perhaps the biggest draw is the opportunity to put your own vision and business model behind an existing facility. Instead of purchasing land and taking on the time and expense of developing a kennel from the beginning, you have the bones already here. Boarding, training, grooming, daycare, breeding, rescue, or another dog-focused concept—the direction is yours to shape.

For anyone who has been waiting for an attainable opportunity to make the leap into owning their own kennel property, this one offers a compelling starting point: five acres, an established facility, and the potential to build your home alongside it.

Ready to take a closer look? Click the link in the comments to view full details, browse photos, and schedule your private tour. ✨

09/23/2026

1.6-Acre Country Retreat with Turnkey Kennel & Home-Based Business Potential

Deerfield, New Hampshire | Offered at $699,900

There’s something pretty special about being able to live comfortably at home while having a dedicated space just steps away for the dogs. Set on 1.6 wooded acres in Deerfield, this property combines a spacious 2,802-square-foot country home with an approximately 1,100-square-foot year-round kennel facility that is already set up for dog boarding, grooming, and daycare.

The home offers plenty of flexibility for everyday living, with 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, multiple living spaces, a game room, updated kitchen with a sunny breakfast nook, first-floor laundry, and a finished lower level with additional rooms and a newly added ¾ bath. Outside, a recently painted two-level deck and hot tub overlook the backyard, with a fire pit, chicken coop, and wooded surroundings adding to the relaxed country setting.

The separate kennel facility is what makes this property especially appealing for someone looking to build their life and their work around dogs. The approximately 1,100-square-foot building is equipped with electricity, water, heat, and A/C and features four rooms, along with a grooming room, lobby/reception area, break room, laundry facilities, retail space, and we**am system. The current setup includes 6 indoor runs, 6 indoor/outdoor runs, a turf play yard, and additional gravel yards.

The current business is not included, but the facility is turnkey and ready for its next direction. Whether your vision is a small in-home boarding operation, training or board-and-train program, grooming business, rescue facility, or another dog-focused venture, the infrastructure is already here to get started without building everything from the ground up. Any future use would be subject to applicable town approvals.

And when the workday is over, you’re still home. Enjoy the privacy of the wooded setting, spacious backyard, deck and hot tub, while having the convenience of keeping your work close by.

For someone who wants to combine country living with their passion for dogs, this property offers a unique setup where you can live, work, and shape the next chapter around your own vision.

Ready to take a closer look? Click the link in the comments to view full details, browse photos, and schedule your private tour. ✨

09/23/2026

Questions for Pet Care Pros 🐾

This week, we’re looking at something a lot of boarding business owners are navigating right now — changing client expectations and a growing number of options for pet care.

What can traditional boarding facilities offer that independent sitters simply can’t?

With in-home boarding, independent sitters, and platforms like Rover.com giving pet owners more choices than ever, facilities have to think about what truly sets them apart.

Is it the level of care? A trained team? Consistency? Safety and security? Enrichment? The ability to accommodate more dogs or provide specialized services? Or maybe it’s simply the experience you’ve built over years of caring for pets and their people.

🐾 We want to hear from the facility owners! What do you think your business can offer that an independent sitter simply can’t?

09/22/2026

Last week, we talked about the experience behind Kennel Connect and what makes our network different.

This week, we’re answering another question we hear often:

“What happens after I request to be connected with an agent?”

When you reach out to Kennel Connect, your introduction is just the beginning.

We start by learning a little about you, your goals, and what you’re looking for. From there, we connect you with a trusted partner agent who understands the unique aspects of kennel and pet-care properties.

But we don’t just make the introduction and step away.

Kennel Connect stays involved behind the scenes, working alongside the agent to help maximize exposure, coordinate industry-specific marketing, provide resources, and help answer questions along the way.

For sellers, that can mean additional exposure to our nationwide audience and marketing specifically designed to reach people looking for kennel and pet-care opportunities.

For buyers, it means having a real estate professional by your side while still having Kennel Connect as an additional resource throughout the process.

And for confidential or discreet opportunities, we can work closely with the agent to help coordinate the marketing and communication while maintaining the level of discretion the situation requires.

Think of your Kennel Connect connection as a team — your agent handling the real estate side, with Kennel Connect continuing to support the process from behind the scenes.

Have another question you’ve always wanted to ask us? Drop it in the comments — you might just see it featured in a future post! ✨

09/22/2026

Turnkey Puppy Paradise with Established Client Base & Fully Equipped Pet Care Facility

Jonesville, Michigan | Offered at $619,000

If you’ve been looking for a way to step into the pet care industry without starting from the ground up, this is the kind of opportunity that deserves a closer look. Puppy Paradise is a well-established dog boarding and grooming business with an experienced staff, loyal clientele, and a fully furnished facility designed specifically for the day-to-day needs of a professional pet care operation. The business, equipment, inventory, and established customer base are all included, creating a seamless path for a new owner to step in and continue the operation.

The approximately 4,000-square-foot facility has been thoughtfully laid out to keep both the client experience and daily operations running smoothly. A welcoming reception and waiting area, front desk, retail space, private office, break/storage room, laundry, and two bathrooms provide the infrastructure you need behind the scenes, while a dedicated grooming room with a professional bathing tub adds another valuable revenue stream.

The kennel areas are designed with the dogs in mind, offering separate accommodations for large and small dogs and direct access to secure fenced outdoor play areas totaling approximately 1,500 square feet. There is plenty of room for exercise and enrichment, while the existing setup gives a new owner the ability to continue the current model or build upon it with additional services and their own vision for the business.

Currently offering boarding, grooming, daycare, and retail, Puppy Paradise has already built the foundation that many aspiring pet care owners spend years trying to create. With an established presence in the Jonesville community, an experienced team in place, and financials available for review, this is an opportunity to step into an operating business rather than an empty building waiting to be transformed.

For an owner-operator ready to take the reins, an experienced pet care professional looking for a new location, or an investor interested in an established operation, this property offers the infrastructure, clientele, and turnkey setup to hit the ground running. The hard work of building the facility and establishing the business has already been done—now it’s ready for its next owner.

Ready to take a closer look? Click the link in the comments to view full details, browse photos, and schedule your private tour. ✨

09/20/2026

We had one new kennel listing uploaded to the site last week! BC, CAN. Link in the comments!

09/16/2026

Questions for Pet Care Pros 🐾

Alright… this one might hit a little close to home 😆

Have you ever regretted taking on a client, even after the paycheck cleared?

We all know that not every client is going to be the perfect fit. Sometimes you see the red flags early… and sometimes you don’t see them until you’re already knee-deep in the situation.

And then there are those clients who make you think, “Was this really worth it?” 😅

We know there are some stories behind this question — and we want to hear them!

Share your story in the comments if you’re willing… names can be changed to protect the innocent. 😂

09/16/2026

🔥 PRICE DROP! 🔥

15-Acre Dog-Centered Estate with Custom Home & Professional Kennel

Spring Hope, North Carolina | Now Offered at $850,000

For the breeder, trainer, exhibitor, or serious dog enthusiast who has always wanted a property where their dogs could be part of everyday life, this Spring Hope estate offers the space to make that vision a reality. Set on 15.1 private acres, the property combines a beautiful all-brick home with a professionally equipped kennel facility, generous outdoor space, mature trees, and a peaceful rural setting where you can truly spread out.

The dedicated 1,225-square-foot climate-controlled kennel building provides a ready-made foundation for your operation, with 10 individual runs, six-foot fencing, spacious play areas, laundry facilities, a kitchen, bathroom, and an oversized wash area with a shower designed to accommodate dogs of any size. Whether you’re maintaining a breeding program, training dogs, pursuing dog sports and showing, or simply need a dedicated space for your dogs, the facility is already thoughtfully set up for canine care.

And then there is the land. Fifteen acres gives you something that can’t be created on a typical residential property—room. Room for dogs to run and play, space to train, room to create additional outdoor areas, and the privacy to enjoy your dogs without feeling confined by close neighbors. Mature hardwoods, landscaped areas, and a private pond add to the peaceful setting and give the property the feel of a true private dog estate.

The 3,015-square-foot custom home makes this an equally appealing place to live. The all-brick 1.5-story residence features an open floor plan, large kitchen with custom cabinetry and breakfast nook, hardwood floors, a spacious owner’s retreat, three bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and an oversized side-load garage. A wraparound deck overlooks the outdoor living areas, while the full walk-out basement and unfinished walk-in attic offer additional space and future possibilities.

Whether you’re looking to maintain a serious breeding program, have a private home base for training and competition, create a destination for your dogs, or simply build a life where your passion for dogs has room to thrive, this property offers a rare combination of home, kennel, privacy, and acreage—all designed around the way you want to live.

Ready to take a closer look? Click the link in the comments to view full details, browse photos, and schedule your private tour. ✨