Business Details
Your Trusted Partner for Pet Boarding & Grooming Services
Rock Creek Kennels has been treating pets like family for over 30 years. Founded in a peaceful country setting near Hillsboro, Oregon, our facility combines personalized care with professional expertise. Our owners, Debbie Schappert and Tanya Triplet, bring decades of animal care experience and have built a team of certified professionals with an average of 20 years in the field. We maintain a low animal-to-staff ratio to ensure individual attention, operating in sound-insulated facilities with 24-hour music for comfort. Accredited by the International Boarding and Pet Services Association, we offer USDA-inspected boarding, luxury suites, and bathing services.Our commitment to hygiene, safety, and compassionate care has made us a trusted choice for Portland-area pet owners. We specialize in dog and cat boarding, with customized options for dietary needs and medication administration. Our staff's extensive experience and dedication to continuous improvement reflect our core belief: pets deserve the same love and care they receive at home. Located on the owners' private property, care is always within immediate reach. We invite you to tour our facilities and experience why generations of families have chosen Rock Creek Kennels for their pets' well-being.
Services
Dog Boarding
Cat Boarding
Luxury Suites
Pet Products
Bathing Services
Highlights and features
- Certified staff with 20+ years average experience in animal care
- Luxury suites featuring private rooms, TV, and memory foam beds
- 24-hour music environment for cats' comfort
- USDA-inspected and accredited by the International Boarding and Pet Services Association
- Family-owned operation serving Portland for over 30 years
Associations and certifications
- IBPSA
What people say
Well cared for
Amazing place
Staff treats dogs like their own
Pets smell so good
Comfortable low-stress visit
Services
Dog Boarding
Our dog boarding service provides a safe, supervised environment with certified caregivers. Each dog receives individual attention in climate-controlled spaces. Luxury suites feature private yards, TV, and memory foam bedding for maximum comfort during their stay.
Cat Boarding
Dedicated cat boarding with sound-insulated rooms and 24-hour music to reduce stress. Staff provides gentle handling and monitoring. Special accommodations include medication administration and personalized dietary options to ensure cats feel at home.
Luxury Suites
Spacious 9x5 private rooms with attached yards, individual entertainment systems, and premium bedding. Designed for pets requiring extra comfort, these suites offer enhanced privacy and amenities while maintaining constant caregiver access for safety.
Bathing Services
Professional bathing services using quality products that leave pets smelling fresh and looking their best. Available as a standalone service or combined with boarding. Staff handles all coat types with care and attention to individual needs.
Pet Products
Curated selection of premium pet products including Lupine leashes and collars with lifetime guarantees. Gift certificates available for convenient gifting. Products chosen to complement our boarding services and support pets' ongoing care needs.
People
Debbie Schappert
Co-Owner
With over 20 years in animal care, Debbie co-founded Rock Creek Kennels to provide exceptional pet boarding. Her expertise in facility management ensures optimal care standards while maintaining the business's family-oriented philosophy.
Tanya Triplet
Co-Owner
Tanya brings two decades of animal care experience to Rock Creek Kennels. As co-owner, she focuses on staff training and quality control, ensuring all caregivers maintain the high standards that have made the facility a trusted name in pet boarding.
Questions
What sets Rock Creek Kennels apart from other pet boarding facilities?
Our certified staff with 20+ years average experience, luxury suites, and personalized care make us unique. We limit animal numbers for individual attention and maintain USDA-inspected facilities with 24/7 supervision.
Do you offer special accommodations for pets with medical needs?
Yes, we administer medications ($3/dose) and accommodate special dietary requirements. Our certified staff handles medical needs with professional care while maintaining strict hygiene protocols.
Are luxury suites worth the additional cost?
Luxury suites offer private 9x5 rooms with entertainment systems and premium bedding for just $80/day. Pets enjoy enhanced comfort and privacy while still receiving our standard exceptional care.
How do you ensure pets' safety and hygiene?
Daily cleaning, sound-insulated facilities, and staff certifications ensure safety. We maintain USDA standards with regular inspections and enforce strict policies against accepting animals with contagious conditions.
Can I tour the facilities before boarding my pet?
Absolutely! We encourage facility tours to see our clean, caring environment firsthand. Our owners live on-site, ensuring constant oversight of care standards and facility maintenance.
