Business Details
37 Years
experience
Your Trusted Pet Boarding & Care Center in Churchville, NY
Evergreen Kennels has been a trusted name in pet care for over three decades. Founded in 1989 by Bobby and Dawn Vetere, our family-owned business combines decades of hands-on experience with a deep commitment to animal welfare. Bobbys background as a Monroe County Sheriffs K-9 Deputy and certification in tactical canine care informs our approach to safety and emergency preparedness. Our state-of-the-art facilities in Churchville and Batavia, NY, feature climate-controlled accommodations, personalized playtime programs, and dedicated spaces for dogs and cats. We prioritize transparency in operations, requiring pre-arrival vaccination records and clear medication protocols to ensure every pets well-being.With heated flooring, individual feeding schedules, and 24/7 staff supervision, we create a home-away-from-home environment that gives pet owners complete peace of mind. Our teams expertise in handling anxious animals and administering non-injectable medications reflects our dedication to accommodating diverse pet needs. As industry leaders, we maintain rigorous cleanliness standards and continuously invest in facility improvements while preserving the personalized service that has defined us since day one.
Services
Dog boarding
Cat boarding
Dog day care
Brush-out and Bath
Obedience Training
Scent Work Training
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- We have 34 years of continuous service specializing in pet boarding and care.
- Our owner holds Tactical Canine Casualty Care certification from Veterinary Tactical Group.
- Climate-controlled buildings feature heated flooring for year-round comfort.
- Personalized playtime eliminates group play risks through one-on-one attendants.
- We maintain strict vaccination and medication protocols for animal safety.
What people say
Peace of mind
Best care
Clean and well-kept
Compassionate staff
Highly recommend
Services
Dog boarding
Our dog boarding service provides individual indoor/outdoor runs with climate control and heated flooring. Each dog receives personalized playtime in secure outdoor yards and night-time comfort with ambient lighting and music. The facility maintains strict vaccination requirements and offers optional bath services to ensure pets stay clean and comfortable during their stay.
Cat boarding
Dedicated cat boarding includes private rooms with spacious kitty condos and continuous access to Animal Planet television programming. Our staff provides gentle handling and quiet environments to reduce feline stress. Cats receive twice-daily feeding with owner-provided food while maintaining separation from dog boarding areas for added comfort.
Brush-out and Bath
Professional grooming services include thorough brush-outs and baths using high-quality products. Available as a standalone service or add-on to boarding stays, our groomers work carefully with pets to minimize stress. Clients report pets leave with noticeably improved coat condition and freshness after our spa-like bathing process.
Dog day care
Our dog daycare offers supervised play sessions in large outdoor yards with trained attendants. The program avoids group play risks by maintaining one-on-one interaction during activity periods. Dogs enjoy structured socialization opportunities while owners benefit from flexible drop-off/pickup options during regular business hours.
Obedience Training
Custom obedience training programs address basic commands and behavioral issues through positive reinforcement techniques. Our certified trainers leverage decades of animal handling experience, including specialized K-9 deputy training methodologies. Sessions focus on building trust between pets and owners while improving responsiveness to commands in various environments.
People
Bobby Vetere
Owner
Former Monroe County Sheriff's K-9 Deputy with Tactical Canine Casualty Care certification. Brings specialized animal handling expertise and over three decades of pet care leadership to Evergreen Kennels' operations.
Dawn Vetere
Co-Owner
Co-founder with 34 years of experience in pet boarding operations. Oversees daily facility management and staff training to maintain consistent service quality across both Churchville and Batavia locations.
Questions
What vaccinations are required for pet boarding?
Dogs need rabies, distemper, and kennel cough vaccines. Cats require rabies and distemper. Proof must be emailed or faxed before arrival.
Can I provide my pet's regular food?
Yes, bring food in labeled containers. We refrigerate perishables. If we provide food, it costs $2.50 daily.
How does medication administration work?
We give non-injectable medications pre-loaded in labeled pill boxes. Injectable medications and forced dosing aren't administered.
What playtime options exist for dogs?
Dogs receive individual play sessions with attendants in secure outdoor yards to prevent inter-dog conflicts.
What are your drop-off/pickup hours?
Monday-Friday 9AM-4PM, Saturday 9AM-11AM (Churchville) or 3PM-5PM (Batavia), Sunday 3PM-5PM (Churchville) or 9AM-11AM (Batavia).
