Client Portal

Dog Boarding in Reading, MA

Comfortable Dog Boarding in Reading, Massachusetts

Whether you are heading out for a school vacation, business trip, weekend getaway, or unexpected travel, K-9 Top Performance in Reading provides comfortable, stress-free boarding for your dog. Our spacious, state-of-the-art 8-foot by 4-foot kennels are designed to keep your dog comfortable and relaxed during their stay.

Unlike large commercial boarding facilities, we cap our capacity at 18 dogs. This means your dog gets real, individual attention from our experienced staff — not just a spot in a row of cages.

Evaluation Request

What Boarding ‍Includes

Regular boarding includes your dog being fed on their normal schedule and walked at various times throughout the day. Our staff monitors every boarder and ensures they are comfortable, healthy, and well cared for throughout their stay.

For dogs that would benefit from training during their boarding stay, our Boarding with Training program is available at $85.00 per night. Our trainers will work with your dog on two to three specific issues during their stay.

Boarding ‍Details

Kennel Size: 8′ x 4′ spacious, state-of-the-art kennels
Maximum Capacity: 18 dogs
Billing: Boarding is calculated by the calendar day, not 24-hour period
Age Requirements: Dogs must be at least 6 months old. Dogs over 12 years of age cannot board.

Drop Off and Pick Up Schedule

Weekdays: 9:00 – 11:00 AM and 2:00 – 5:00 PM (even if your dog is attending daycare or training).

Weekends and Holidays: 9:00 AM sharp or 5:00 PM sharp only.

If you need to change your weekend or holiday pickup or drop off time, please notify us as soon as possible via email. Our telephones are not monitored on weekends or holidays.

Client reviews

- Jill K.

Best place ever! They truly treat my dog like one of their own! I live in New Hampshire and drive all the way to Reading because I know I can trust them! Karen at the front has been nothing but helpful and friendly. My Benny was trained by Nick who was extremely patient and took the time to form a bond with us. I would recommend K9 Top Performance to anyone who owns a pooch.

- Hellen S.

I’ve been professionally training dogs for 20+ years. I have my own training facility in NH but wanted a separate place to come train my Belgian Shepherd in protection - something I don’t specialize in. Despite other options in my area, my criteria for a trainer that was positive, motivating, and good with humans and dogs (especially puppies) was imperative so I was very picky about whom I wanted to work with. I was told about Steve from a client who had also worked with him with her GSD and I decided to call. I am thrilled I did. The staff is incredibly welcoming and full of positive feedback, the dogs are happy, and both my dog and I leave wanting to go back. Thank you to Karen and Steve, you’re stuck with us now.

- Allison S.

There are many options for training and daycare facilities in the Reading area and the decision to use K9 top performance was based on the methods they use to train dogs and how they treat them. I have been bringing both my dogs here since the eldest was 6 months old, he’s now almost 4. We over the years have used the K9 camps, both individual and group obedience training, and regularly use the doggie daycare.

Frequently ‍Asked Questions

How far in advance should I book boarding?

We recommend booking as early as possible, especially for holiday weekends and school vacation periods. Our capacity of 18 dogs means availability is limited.

Bring your dog’s food (portioned for each meal), any medications, and their vaccination records if we do not have them on file. You are welcome to bring a familiar blanket or toy.

We generally do not allow visits during boarding stays as it can unsettle the dogs. However, we are happy to provide updates. Contact us if you have concerns.