Candlewick Kennels

Candlewick Kennels offers dog boarding in Glastonbury, CT, along with daycare, cat lodging, and grooming at 2811 Hebron Ave. It takes dogs of every size, from small breeds through giant ones, and reservations are handled by phone at (860) 266-1178.

What a stay looks like

Every dog gets a private indoor suite connected to its own covered outdoor run, so guests get fresh air without sharing space with dogs they don't know. Crystal Suites are set aside for giant breeds and for families boarding more than one dog together. The building is heated and air conditioned throughout. Each guest sleeps on a raised canvas-backed cot.

Food, medication, and the yards

Guests are served three meals a day of Purina Pro Plan EN Canine Formula. Owners who would rather send food from home can do that instead, since the kennel keeps refrigerators and microwaves on hand for owner-supplied and raw diets. Trained staff administer prescription medications and supplements. The outdoor yards are surfaced with Astro Turf, chosen for sanitation, drainage, and soft footing rather than gravel or stone.

Services and amenities

• Overnight lodging in private suites with covered private outdoor runs
• Daycare with indoor play space and webcam access
• Cat apartments and three-story luxury condos with atrium exercise time
• Grooming
• Medication administration and special-diet feeding

Practical details

Hours run 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM Saturday, and 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM Sunday. Vaccinations are required for boarding and daycare guests. Booking is by phone; the kennel can also be reached at petresort@candlewickkennels.com, and it posts updates on Facebook and Instagram. Owners comparing options in Hartford County will find both traditional and luxury boarding here, which makes it a reasonable single stop for a household with a dog, a cat, or several of each.