Alder Creek Kennel

06/13/2026

Kennel cleaning is a very important aspect of our days, so important that we do it three times a day!

Prioritizing the dogs health is just as important as their happiness.

06/13/2026

People often compliment our facility, our services, or the fun photos we share online, but the truth is that none of it would be possible without the incredible team behind Alder Creek Kennel.

Every single day, our staff show up ready to provide exceptional care to the dogs entrusted to us. They brave rain, snow, heat, mud, barking, shedding, and the occasional dog that believes listening is optional. Through it all, they continue to treat every dog with patience, kindness, and genuine affection.

What makes our team special isn't just their work ethic. It's the way they celebrate each dog's unique personality, notice the little things, and take pride in creating a safe, fun, and enriching environment for every guest.

Whether they're supervising playgroups, cleaning kennels, leading walks, running enrichment activities, answering questions from clients, or cuddling a nervous first-time boarder, they consistently go above and beyond.

Alder Creek Kennel is often praised for the experience we provide, but that experience is built by an amazing group of people who truly care.

So today, we'd like to give a huge thank you to our team. Your dedication, compassion, and hard work do not go unnoticed. We are incredibly lucky to have you, and Alder Creek Kennel simply wouldn't be what it is without you.

Thank you for everything you do Janelle, Kyle, Alex, Emma, Alayna and Akina (not pictured)

06/12/2026

We really do have the best team!

06/11/2026

06/10/2026

When choosing someone to care for your dog, it's important to understand the difference between a hobby sitter and a professional pet care provider.

A hobby sitter is often someone who loves dogs and watches a few pets on the side. There is absolutely nothing wrong with that, and for some dogs it can be a great fit.

A professional pet care provider, however, operates as a business. Their focus is not only on caring for dogs, but also on risk management, safety protocols, staff training, facility maintenance, emergency preparedness, insurance, and creating systems that ensure consistent care every day.

Professional facilities and businesses typically have procedures for: • Dog introductions and temperament assessments • Emergency medical situations • Cleaning and sanitation • Staff training and supervision • Secure containment and fencing • Record keeping and vaccination requirements • Managing large groups of dogs safely.

Neither option is automatically right or wrong. The best choice depends on your dog's personality, needs, and your comfort level as an owner.

When comparing options, don't be afraid to ask questions. How are dogs supervised? What happens in an emergency? Is the business insured? What training does the staff have? The answers can tell you a lot about the level of care being provided.

At the end of the day, your dog is family. Whether you choose a hobby sitter or a professional provider, the goal should always be the same: safe, reliable, and compassionate care.

06/10/2026

Reminder!

The lure has been a huge hit in the field this season and the dogs are absolutely loving it!

There is nothing quite like watching them light up the moment it starts moving, full focus, full speed, and pure fun from start to finish.

This experience can now be added onto any daycare or boarding stay for just $25, or booked as a private rental for $30 for some one on one time in the field.

A perfect way to add extra excitement to their visit and let them safely enjoy their natural chase instincts in a controlled space.

06/09/2026

We got Meta glasses and beening having fun figuring them out. My favourite was when the girls were stuck listening to my music because they didnt know how to turn it off!

06/08/2026

At Alder Creek Kennel, we believe it's important to enjoy your job, so we're always looking for new ways to make work fun while still getting the job done.

Kyle is currently working toward becoming Assistant Manager, so we gave him the opportunity to plan and lead an activity for the team.

The game he chose is often called Telephone Pictionary (or Telestrations).

Here's how it works:

📝 Person A writes a phrase or caption.
🎨 Person B sees only the phrase and draws it.
✏️ Person C sees only the drawing and writes what they think it is.
🎨 Person D sees only that guess and draws it.

The process continues until everyone has had a turn.

The fun comes from watching the original phrase slowly transform into something completely different by the end, much like the classic game of telephone!

Check out how it went down!

06/06/2026

Adventure Trail