Business Details
28 Years
experience
Your Trusted Pet Boarding & Daycare Facility in Gallup, NM
At Laughing Dog Kennel, we pride ourselves on being Gallup's first and only full-care pet facility, offering comprehensive boarding, daycare, grooming, and training services for dogs and cats. With over 55 years of combined experience in professional grooming, training, and veterinary care, our team ensures every pet receives personalized attention in a safe, loving environment. Our state-of-the-art facility features modern indoor/outdoor kennels for dogs over 25 pounds and spacious cages for smaller pets, all within a fully fenced area for security.We prioritize your pet's well-being by maintaining strict hygiene standards, requiring pets' own food to prevent digestive issues, and implementing 24-hour security monitoring. Our philosophy centers on treating every pet as family, providing frequent outdoor playtime, individualized care, and a commitment to transparency that allows pet owners to tour our premises at any time. We specialize in accommodating both puppies and senior pets, offering geriatric care and early socialization programs to support lifelong health and happiness.
Services
Pet Boarding
Dog Daycare
Pet Grooming
Cat Boarding
Exotic Boarding
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- Over 60 years combined experience in professional pet care
- 24-hour security and fire/smoke monitoring system
- No mixing of dogs from different households for safety
- Require pets' own food to prevent digestive issues
- Brand new facility with climate-controlled accommodations
Services
Pet Boarding
Our boarding service provides secure, climate-controlled accommodations for dogs and cats. Large dogs enjoy indoor/outdoor kennels with 2-hourly outdoor access, while smaller pets stay in spacious cages. Cats reside in private 'kitty condos' separated from dogs. All guests receive personalized feeding schedules, medication administration, and 24-hour security monitoring to ensure comfort and safety during their stay.
Dog Daycare
Daycare offers structured supervision for puppies, seniors, and active dogs. Services include hourly potty breaks, off-leash play in fenced yards, basic training sessions, and nap times in crates. We prioritize safety by separating dogs from different households and implementing strict collar-removal protocols. The program supports house-training efforts while providing mental stimulation and physical exercise throughout the day.
Pet Grooming
Professional grooming services include breed-specific haircuts, baths, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and de-shedding treatments. Our team uses gentle techniques to acclimate pets to grooming procedures, with specialized care for anxious animals. Services are available for both boarding guests and external clients, utilizing high-velocity drying equipment and hypoallergenic products to ensure comfort and coat health.
Cat Boarding
Our cat boarding service provides a stress-free environment in a dedicated 'cats only' room. Each guest receives individual attention, twice-daily litter box cleaning, and private exploration time outside their condo. The space features non-toxic cleaning products, fleece blankets, and enrichment items to maintain feline comfort. We accommodate multi-cat households while prioritizing the tranquility of our feline guests.
Exotic Boarding
Specialized boarding for parrots and other exotic birds focuses on maintaining familiar routines and dietary requirements. The service includes appropriate caging, species-specific enrichment activities, and regular health monitoring. Our staff works closely with owners to understand individual care instructions, ensuring a comfortable stay for non-traditional pets while maintaining strict safety protocols for all facility guests.
People
Jenny Kline
Founder & Trainer
With over 60 years of combined experience in pet care, Jenny Kline founded Laughing Dog Kennel after extensive work in professional grooming, dog training, and veterinary support. Her expertise spans obedience training, conformation shows, and rescue operations, complemented by advanced education in canine nutrition and behavior.
Elizabeth Libby Nickerson
Pet Care Specialist
Libby Nickerson brings seven years of professional dog grooming experience and five years as a kennel technician to our team. Her background in Schutzhund training and veterinary technology ensures comprehensive care for all pets, combining practical skills with compassionate handling techniques developed through decades of working with diverse animal temperaments.
Questions
What vaccinations are required for boarding?
Dogs need DHP-P, Bordetella, and rabies vaccines. Cats require FDRT and rabies. Puppies/kittens must have at least two sets of boosters. Proof must be provided before admission.
How often are pets exercised?
Dogs are taken outside every 2 hours for off-leash play in our fenced yard. Cats receive twice-daily supervised exploration time outside their condos for exercise and social interaction.
Can pets with special needs be accommodated?
We provide geriatric care for senior pets, including medication administration and frequent bathroom breaks. Special dietary requirements are accommodated when owners provide their pet's regular food.
Are there safety protocols for multiple pets?
Pets from different households are never mixed. Multi-pet discounts apply only to animals that cohabitate and share food peacefully. Separate accommodations are provided if inter-pet conflicts exist.
What happens if my pet gets sick?
We immediately contact owners via phone and email if pets show illness symptoms. Emergency contacts are notified if owners can't be reached. Pets must show current vaccination proof to prevent disease transmission.
Do you offer Sunday pickups?
Yes, pre-scheduled Sunday pickups are available between 4:00-4:30 PM. The facility is otherwise closed Sundays to focus on pet care and facility maintenance.