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romeos mommy · 09-12-2009, 10:55 AM

Has anyone used the Disney kennels? Are they clean and safe?

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marcerella02 · 09-12-2009, 05:30 PM

just bumping this for you. I have not used them but I remember reading on here someone who had- many actually. I know at one point you were responsible for exercising your pet during the day but i'm not sure if that is still true. But, i mean, its Disney, they don't screw around and usually do things quite well.

littlepeanut · 09-13-2009, 07:05 AM

Hi, I have used the Disneyland kennels about 6 times in the past 2 years and I love them. The employees don't let your dogs out, you come back every couple of hours and take them potty and they are clean. Make sure you have your shot records, take a blanket and your food. The lady that works the kennels in the mornings is very nice, she's been there for a long time and she will sit by your dog and talk to them. I highly recommend them! I am referring to the kennels that are located next to the main gate to disneyland, they don't offer overnight stays. I think they have overnight kennels close by but I have never used those. I hope this was helpful!

kalina82 · 09-13-2009, 07:30 AM

funny you posted this thread because i too was just asked to go to disney at the end of next month and was wondering what to do with morgan.

i heard the disney kennels were nice and that you had to come back to take them out. Do the park hotels allow dogs or do you have to stay outside the park?

marcerella02 · 09-13-2009, 07:31 AM

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Originally Posted by kalina82

funny you posted this thread because i too was just asked to go to disney at the end of next month and was wondering what to do with morgan.

i heard the disney kennels were nice and that you had to come back to take them out. Do the park hotels allow dogs or do you have to stay outside the park?

You have to stay outside the park. That is one area that Disney is EXTREMELY behind the times.

littlepeanut · 09-13-2009, 07:40 AM

I wish disney would change this policy! We love to stay at the disneyland hotel! We have stayed at the hilton which has it's own shuttle service and some rooms have disney views and we have stayed at the menage which is down the street from disneyland and they are clean and good priced but you would have to take the shuttle and we have stayed at the howard johnson which is in walking distance of the park and if you have kids they have a fun pirate themed water park. I'm sure there are other hotels in the area that are pet friendly but these are the only ones we've tried. The hilton was the nicest but also the most expensive.

kalina82 · 09-13-2009, 07:40 AM

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Originally Posted by marcerella02

You have to stay outside the park. That is one area that Disney is EXTREMELY behind the times.

well that sucks. guess i'll be finding other accommodations for morgan if i decide to go. she'll have to stay at home with friends

littlepeanut · 09-13-2009, 07:47 AM

When we just had peanut we stayed at the disneyland hotel. We had to sneek him in. He's not a barker and is potty pad trained so it easy but now with 2 we just stay at the other hotels.

Mom2TwoYorkies · 09-13-2009, 08:04 AM

I've debated whether or not to use the disney kennels, or kennels in my area, . . .but always decided against it . .. My husband and I travel to WDW a few times a year (we are AP holders) and are lucky enough to have our dogs watched in our own home . . .usually my kids, sometimes my parents . . .this November, we have my daughter's fiance' staying here so we can all go as a family. (My husband and I have been going alone) I would love to bring my babies with me . . but I figure the stress of flying and then being in an unknown place in a cage would surely freak them out . . .I feel they are safer and more secure in our own home . . .As time goes on though, it does seem to get more difficult securing someone to watch them. They day I cannot find in home care will be the day I won't be going . . .

I'm sure the disney kennels are kept very well as it is disney standard. I don't have any personal experiences to share though. I would love to see the WDW resorts open their policy to include bringing your babies with you.

romeos mommy · 09-15-2009, 04:25 PM

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Originally Posted by kalina82

well that sucks. guess i'll be finding other accommodations for morgan if i decide to go. she'll have to stay at home with friends

we have been renting houses. HomeAway.com has great dog friendly pool homes that allow pets for around the $100 @ night.

mkbartz · 09-15-2009, 05:22 PM

We are going to Disney in Dec and I looked in to the kennels. I have heard that they are really good, but currently you have to walk your own dogs and they can't stay in any of the disney accomodations with you. HOWEVER, they are building a new dog facility at Disney and it is going to have doggy day care and everything. I believe it will be ready in April 2010.

kristy47 · 09-17-2009, 08:08 PM

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Originally Posted by mkbartz

We are going to Disney in Dec and I looked in to the kennels. I have heard that they are really good, but currently you have to walk your own dogs and they can't stay in any of the disney accomodations with you. HOWEVER, they are building a new dog facility at Disney and it is going to have doggy day care and everything. I believe it will be ready in April 2010.

From what I have researched at Disney (we go several times per year, also), if you board your dog at the kennels located at the TTC (or Transportation & Ticket Center for those who don't speak Disney!

), Epcot, and Fort Wilderness the caretakers at the kennels will walk your dogs twice and feed twice daily, but at Animal Kingdom and Disney Studios the guests have to walk. I'm thinking the reasoning on this is because of the proximity of the TTC (which is the "hub" to travel to MK), Epcot (which has several deluxe resort hotels in its "area"), & Fort Wilderness (which has the campground) kennels to the Deluxe resorts and the more popular parks.

Here is a link to Disney's website that talks about the kennels. Pet Care Kennels | Walt Disney World Resort

Here's what they say:

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Kennel fees are per animal, per day. Overnight boarding is also available. At the Transportation and Ticket Center, Epcot Theme Park and Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground locations, the rate includes 2 walks and 2 feedings per day. At Disney's Hollywood Studios Theme Park and Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park, Guests are required to walk and exercise their pets 2 times daily.

We are going to Disney again in October, but my dad is going to take care of Sophie since she is still young. When we go again, she'll either go with us and we'll stay off property in a pet-friendly hotel and only use the kennel while at the park or we will board her overnight. The latter will only be if we can't get a pet-friendly hotel or house. I don't like the idea of boarding her overnight unless we have to.

Britster · 09-20-2009, 08:17 AM

If you stay at Ft. Wilderness (in an RV/camper/log cabin) your dog can stay with you. Just not in the other Disney hotels.

romeos mommy · 09-20-2009, 10:33 AM

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Originally Posted by mkbartz

We are going to Disney in Dec and I looked in to the kennels. I have heard that they are really good, but currently you have to walk your own dogs and they can't stay in any of the disney accomodations with you. HOWEVER, they are building a new dog facility at Disney and it is going to have doggy day care and everything. I believe it will be ready in April 2010.

if you hear any updates on the new facility please share
thanx

Dreamer74 · 09-22-2009, 09:53 AM

Does anyone know if there is a kennel located within one of the resorts? If my dog can't stay in my room I would prefer they were in the resort complex where we stay rather than at one of the parks.

Thanks

09-12-2009, 10:55 AM	#1
romeos mommy YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Pennsauken , NJ Posts: 4,068	Disney Kennels Has anyone used the Disney kennels? Are they clean and safe? They are under new ownership now. Best friends. __________________ Bernadette & Romeo Last edited by romeos mommy; 09-12-2009 at 10:57 AM.

09-12-2009, 05:30 PM	#2
marcerella02 Loved by Layla Donating Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Canada Posts: 11,257	just bumping this for you. I have not used them but I remember reading on here someone who had- many actually. I know at one point you were responsible for exercising your pet during the day but i'm not sure if that is still true. But, i mean, its Disney, they don't screw around and usually do things quite well. __________________ http://misscanam.blogspot.com/ Layla 's Simon

09-13-2009, 07:30 AM	#4
kalina82 Phantom Queen Morrigan Donating Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: with my yorkie baby Posts: 10,141 Blog Entries: 1	funny you posted this thread because i too was just asked to go to disney at the end of next month and was wondering what to do with morgan. i heard the disney kennels were nice and that you had to come back to take them out. Do the park hotels allow dogs or do you have to stay outside the park? __________________ Kellie and Morgan

09-13-2009, 08:04 AM	#9
Mom2TwoYorkies YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Connecticut Posts: 1,306	I've debated whether or not to use the disney kennels, or kennels in my area, . . .but always decided against it . .. My husband and I travel to WDW a few times a year (we are AP holders) and are lucky enough to have our dogs watched in our own home . . .usually my kids, sometimes my parents . . .this November, we have my daughter's fiance' staying here so we can all go as a family. (My husband and I have been going alone) I would love to bring my babies with me . . but I figure the stress of flying and then being in an unknown place in a cage would surely freak them out . . .I feel they are safer and more secure in our own home . . .As time goes on though, it does seem to get more difficult securing someone to watch them. They day I cannot find in home care will be the day I won't be going . . . I'm sure the disney kennels are kept very well as it is disney standard. I don't have any personal experiences to share though. I would love to see the WDW resorts open their policy to include bringing your babies with you. __________________ Deb, Mommy to: Brody & Rhianna Belle

09-20-2009, 08:17 AM	#13
Britster Action Jackson ♥ Donating Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Maryland Posts: 17,814	If you stay at Ft. Wilderness (in an RV/camper/log cabin) your dog can stay with you. Just not in the other Disney hotels. __________________ ~ Brit & Lights! Camera! Jackson! CGC ETD TKP ~ Follow Jackson on Instagram: https://instagram.com/jacksontheterrier

09-13-2009, 07:05 AM	#3
littlepeanut Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Benicia Posts: 64	Hi, I have used the Disneyland kennels about 6 times in the past 2 years and I love them. The employees don't let your dogs out, you come back every couple of hours and take them potty and they are clean. Make sure you have your shot records, take a blanket and your food. The lady that works the kennels in the mornings is very nice, she's been there for a long time and she will sit by your dog and talk to them. I highly recommend them! I am referring to the kennels that are located next to the main gate to disneyland, they don't offer overnight stays. I think they have overnight kennels close by but I have never used those. I hope this was helpful!

09-13-2009, 07:40 AM	#6
littlepeanut Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Benicia Posts: 64	I wish disney would change this policy! We love to stay at the disneyland hotel! We have stayed at the hilton which has it's own shuttle service and some rooms have disney views and we have stayed at the menage which is down the street from disneyland and they are clean and good priced but you would have to take the shuttle and we have stayed at the howard johnson which is in walking distance of the park and if you have kids they have a fun pirate themed water park. I'm sure there are other hotels in the area that are pet friendly but these are the only ones we've tried. The hilton was the nicest but also the most expensive.

09-13-2009, 07:47 AM	#8
littlepeanut Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Benicia Posts: 64	When we just had peanut we stayed at the disneyland hotel. We had to sneek him in. He's not a barker and is potty pad trained so it easy but now with 2 we just stay at the other hotels.

09-15-2009, 05:22 PM	#11
mkbartz YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: London, Ontario, canada Posts: 518	We are going to Disney in Dec and I looked in to the kennels. I have heard that they are really good, but currently you have to walk your own dogs and they can't stay in any of the disney accomodations with you. HOWEVER, they are building a new dog facility at Disney and it is going to have doggy day care and everything. I believe it will be ready in April 2010.

09-22-2009, 09:53 AM	#15
Dreamer74 YT Addict Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: New Mexico Posts: 457	Does anyone know if there is a kennel located within one of the resorts? If my dog can't stay in my room I would prefer they were in the resort complex where we stay rather than at one of the parks. Thanks __________________ Lady Bella & Sir Budsley- AKA Buddy, Member of the LGC