McBarn Kennels offers a luxury dog boarding and dog grooming in Southern Manitoba, ensuring top-quality care for dogs of all sizes.
11/13/2025
We’ve all seen that look. 👀
The one your dog gives you when they think you’re leaving them behind.
That’s why boarding at McBarn feels different. It’s not just care, it’s comfort. It’s space to run, friendly faces, fresh air, and cozy heated floors to nap on.
When you tell them they’re going to McBarn, you’re giving them a vacation too. 🐶💛
Book ahead to reserve your dog’s stay. We can’t wait to welcome them.
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11/10/2025
Send this to someone who needs life advice from a dog.
10/31/2025
Bark or Treat! 🎃🐾👻🐶
Happy Howl-o-ween from McBarn Kennels.
10/28/2025
10/21/2025
There’s nothing better than knowing your dog is happy and relaxed while you’re away.
At McBarn Kennels, we offer luxury dog boarding in the Pembina Valley. Our facility is calm, spacious, and designed with your dog’s comfort in mind.
Whether your pup loves to socialize or prefers quiet time and solo exploring, we tailor each stay to fit their needs.
Book ahead to reserve your dog’s vacation stay. 🐶
10/16/2025
Reminder: wash your hands after touching these dirty animals.
We’re talking about the humans, obviously. 🧼🐶😂
10/14/2025
We’ve got answers to your most frequently asked questions about boarding at McBarn Kennels.
From what to expect at a meet and greet to what to pack for your dog’s stay, we’re here to help you feel confident and prepared.
If we missed something, we’re always happy to chat. Reach out by text, phone, email, or send us a DM.
09/30/2025
Meet Sandra, our Kennel Manager and dog spa bather. 🐾🛁
She’s been part of the McBarn team for over 10 years and is a familiar favourite for many of our guests.
With hands-on experience and training through a variety of courses, Sandra brings calm, confidence, and care to every dog she works with.
We’re so lucky to have her on the team. 😁💖
09/23/2025
Yappy Fall from the happiest dogs around! 🍂🐶
They’ve been chasing leaves, soaking up the crisp fall air, and making the most of park time.
The best part? Cozy naps inside afterward, with heated floors to keep them warm and comfy.
09/18/2025
Around McBarn lately:
Fresh air, fenced-in freedom, and lots of happy tails. ☀️🐕
Book your dog’s stay to enjoy our low-stress environment, spacious outdoor park, and all the playtime they deserve.
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The barn, originally used to house four horses, had already been renovated to accommodate a group of ladies to quilt, a yearly show to showcase local quilters work and allow a variety of artists to work at their craft in the facility. When we took over the property we hosted House Concerts for a variety of musical artists to come and perform at the barn. Turning the main floor into an art studio for myself and a music studio for my husband in the loft.
We had always wanted to do something with animals on our acreage ever since we purchased back in 1997. After boarding our animals at a wide variety of facilities we became aware that the facility we were wanting did not exist. In 2010 we researched how we wanted to set up our kennel. I took a 9 month apprenticeship in Winnipeg on dog grooming. Upon completion of the apprenticeship we opened the doors to begin our journey.
Over the years the dogs have taught us much about who and what they are. To assist me in this venture of learning about dogs and their care I began to read many books. Traveled to hear the likes of Gary Wilkes and Nicole Wilde from the U.S.A and John Rogerson from England. Continuing to fill my dog knowledge tool kit by watching dog training videos by many different trainers.
At one of the seminars by Mr. Rogerson he challenged us to sit in our kennels and looks out and see how we felt. That if all you seen was another stressed out dog how do you think your dog would feel. When we were able to create the addition to the barn we designed it quite differently. The suites in which the dogs are housed all can view natural lighting and in most cased their own window. Inside looking out not only can they view the outside world but their inside world is viewing a family living room. Furniture, Fireplace, TV’s and of course the toy box.
McBarn Kennels now has a staff of 4: Kennel Manager, 2 groomers and a part time bather. Our team, continue to attend seminars on grooming, dog behaviour and care.
November of 2017 we completed the fencing in, of our very own private park to walk , exercise and entertain out guests in. We have 2.5 acres of treed land. This year you will see many additions to the park to encourage play, exercise and interaction with staff and guests.
All first time booking to the kennel require a Meet and Greet (a mutually agreed date) prior to the dogs stay. These meeting help us to begin our relationship with dog and owner.
