The Charlton Kennels and Farm

The Charlton Kennels and Farm is listed on PawGuide under Pet Groomer in Portland, OR. It is rated 4.7/5 from 96 Google reviews and holds PawGuide Silver (2 paws).

📍 13825 Northwest Charlton Road, Portland, OR 97231

⭐ 4.7/5 from 96 Google reviews

📞 (503) 621-3675

🌐 http://www.charltonkennels.com/

Services

  • Dog Boarding
  • Cat Boarding
  • Board and Train
  • Individual Dog Walks
  • Extra Playtime in Yards
  • Dog Bathing

What pet parents say

Brandon Arling · 5★ · 2024-07-05

My dog can be sassy, especially when he gets pet. He’s a 120lb super fit Rottweiler so sassy can be bad. The staff at this kennel respected his boundaries and he did great with them.\n\nOn top of that, my boy got sick during the stay. I lost my phone during my trip but they still got a hold of me and let me know what was up. They took care of him and fixed the problem AND communicated with me despite me making that difficult.\n\n1000% recommend this kennel. I had to use them as a backup in an emergency but they’re now going to be my first choice.

Zach H · 5★ · 2024-04-28

Great staff, great kennel. My dog has some moderate behavioral issues and this is the only kennel I trust to watch her. They really seem to love her too!

Jay Bee · 4★ · 2025-02-18

Very clean boarding facility. Friendly staff members. Offer extras treats, extra exercise and bathing by request at additional costs. My dog seemed happy and healthy when I went to pick him up. They followed my requests for food and treats and walks.\n\nI wish there was some group dog playtime. The dogs are leashed and exercised individually. My dog is very social and I wished they offered that group service. However, I understand there is some liability to that type of social interaction. Otherwise, easy in, easy out. I felt comfortable and my dog was happy. Thank you for caring for my dog while I was away.

Alexandra Vitale · 5★ · 2025-05-13

I would highly recommend Charlton Kennels. I was specifically looking for a place that had individual runs and individual walks- no group play time where there’s a risk of my older dog being injured or becoming sick. This place is clean, friendly and the staff are truly “dog people”- they just get it.\n\nDuring one stay the staff noticed something was off with her behavior and called and kept me updated. Turns out what I thought to be “getting older” was a kidney infection, and thanks to their heads up I was able to get her in quickly and back to her normal self.

M'Liss Roraback · 5★ · 2025-07-13

We kennel our Whippet siblings at Charlton kennels and we have been doing so for nearly 15 years. This is our second set of Whippets to Love their stay there.\nThe ladies that work there go above and beyond to spoil our family members.

Questions about The Charlton Kennels and Farm

Are you mobile or do I need to bring my pet to your location?

You need to bring your pet to The Charlton Kennels and Farm, located at 13825 Northwest Charlton Road, Portland, OR. The facility is a 20-minute drive from downtown Portland.

Do you handle aggressive or anxious dogs?

The kennel cannot board aggressive dogs due to their commitment to staff safety and animal welfare. However, they have experience with dogs that have moderate behavioral issues and respect individual pet boundaries.

What services do you offer besides boarding?

The Charlton Kennels and Farm offers obedience training, board and train options for mannerly dogs, and special services including extra treats, extra exercise, and bathing by request at additional costs.

What are your hours of operation?

The Charlton Kennels and Farm is open 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM, seven days a week, Monday through Sunday.

How do I make a reservation?

Call (503) 621-3675 to make reservations. Returning customers can also make advance reservations by email. It's recommended to reserve well in advance during busy holidays.

What is your rating and customer feedback?

The Charlton Kennels and Farm has a 4.7/5 rating from 96 reviews. Customers praise the staff's ability to handle dogs with behavioral issues, the clean facilities, and the individual attention given to each pet.

How long has your business been operating?

The Charlton Kennels and Farm has been serving animals and their families for over 50 years, founded in 1967 by Jim and Ellie Charlton.

What are your facility features?

The kennel features large runs (about 5' x 15') with inner cubby sleeping areas, raised platforms, warm radiant heat lamps, soft fleece blankets, and spacious grassy yards set on a 160-acre farm.

Listing data last updated: September 3, 2026