Gracie’s Kennels

08/13/2026

The Everest Legacy Fund is having a silent auction. There’s a Gracie’s Kennels gift card up for grabs 🐾

Go check it out and support a great cause!

⛳️ THE EC 18 GOLF CHALLENGE SILENT AUCTION IS OFFICIALLY OPEN!

Start bidding today on an incredible selection of prizes, gift baskets, experiences, sports memorabilia, and more!

Every bid helps the Everest Legacy Fund give local children greater access to sports, recreation, the arts and mental health support.

Winning items can be picked up at the Balfour golf course, delivered within the Kootenays, or mailed for an additional fee.

The auction closes at 8:00 p.m. on August 22, so don’t wait to place your bids!

View the auction and start bidding here:
https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/ec-18-golf-tournament-2026-silent-auction

Bid generously, win something wonderful, and help create more opportunities for children in our community. 💙

A very special thank you to our community businesses who helped make this all happen. There has been incredible ongoing support and our Foundation extends a massive thank you to all who donated so generously! 🙏

05/15/2026

I’m finding it hard to put into words everything Gracie meant to our family and the kennel.

She was our crash course into owning a reactive dog and the inspiration behind creating a place where dogs like her, and owners like us, could feel safe and understood. If you’ve ever loved a reactive dog, you know how isolating it can be, and how hard it is to trust someone else with your dog.

Over the years, so many owners quietly told me, “They really don’t like other dogs,” and I always answered the same way: “Our girl Gracie doesn’t either. I get it. You’re not alone.”

I’m trying to focus on what a gift Gracie’s reactivity became to the community of reactive dogs and owners who trusted us with their own “Gracies.”

She was the soul of our family and the quiet heartbeat of the kennel, reminding us every day why we do what we do.

Please give your dog an extra squeeze for me tonight. It would make me feel a little less sad.

Rest easy, Gracie girl.

04/23/2026

Two peas, one chaotic pod

12/28/2025

Loki & Ghost are here hoping everyone had a wonderful holiday season 🎄 🎁 ✨

11/30/2025

Our daycare program will be closed from December 22nd to January 2nd 🎄

Overnight boarding will be open as usual, but please note our office will be closed on December 24th & 25th- I like to work in my Christmas pyjamas! 🎅✨

10/31/2025

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09/16/2025

Marley soaking up the sun ☀️

09/04/2025

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09/01/2025

Paws it Forward is the wonderful organization that our dogs Gracie & Revy were adopted from. This adorable boy is also looking for a home ♥️

🐾 Maverick came into PIF care at just 3 weeks old with his mom and siblings. He was adopted out but was returned to us at 8 months of age through no fault of his own. He’s now been in their care for over 8 months and has recently completed a board and train program with one of their partner trainers.

🐾 Maverick is located in Kelowna and is a bright, strong-willed dog who thrives with structure, consistency, and mental stimulation. He knows an impressive list of cues, is crate trained, fully house trained, and does well with calm dog companions with proper introductions. He’s not a match for homes with young kids or high-energy dogs, but would flourish in a home that can continue his training and provide routine.

Please review his biography and apply to adopt or contact Paws it Forward Dog Rescue!

https://www.adoptapet.com/pet/43299371-kelowna-british-columbia-german-shepherd-dog-mix

08/22/2025

We had a very special visitor yesterday 🎉