Walnut Ridge Kennels

Walnut Ridge Kennels Your dogs' home away from home! Call or Text us to schedule!
989-269-9039 The kennel started with 10 runs but we quickly added 30 more.

Walnut Ridge Kennels is family-owned/operated boarding kennel, nestled in a quiet country setting in Huron County, Michigan. Located outside the city of Bad Axe in the "heart" of the Thumb, we have been in existence since 1999. After expanding yet again, we now have the capacity to house 60 dogs. We have spacious 4'x8' chain link runs inside for larger dogs and 3'x6' runs for the smaller dogs. For

the optimal comfort of our guests, the building is climate controlled. Soft music is played throughout the day and night, having a calming effect on the dogs. Outside we have 2 large fenced areas where the dogs are able to exercise and play several times a day. You may bring toys, blankets, treats, etc for your poochie to have during their stay with us. Dogs must be up to date on 3 vaccinations at least one week prior to boarding: bordetella, rabies and distemper. Give us a call if you have any questions or want to schedule! Our Staff: Missy Rooney, Kelsey Connors & Kayla Parrish

08/15/2025

🐾 NOW HIRING – WALNUT RIDGE KENNELS 🐾
Part-Time Kennel Attendant
📍 Bad Axe, MI

Experience with dogs is a MUST!
We’re looking for hardworking, dependable, and trustworthy team members who:
✅ Have a love for dogs and a nurturing attitude
✅ Can work in a fast-paced environment on their feet all shift
✅ Are willing to do heavy cleaning and care for dogs of all sizes/breeds
✅ Flexible work schedule but can work weekends & major holidays
✅ Have good interpersonal, communication skills & can take direction
✅Ability to multi-task during your shift

💡 You don’t need extensive dog experience—just a willingness to learn and a big heart for dogs, all shapes & sizes!

📌 Apply via email; please include contact information, most current resume and a brief description of your interaction/background with animals, preferably dogs & why you think you are fit for this job.
📧 [email protected]

📞 Questions? Contact Missy at 989-269-9039 or 989-551-9039

August Dogs’ of the Month:Kensie, Beckett & Tess ❤️❤️❤️
08/07/2025

August Dogs’ of the Month:

Kensie, Beckett & Tess ❤️❤️❤️

08/07/2025
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07/25/2025

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Thank you, Walnut Ridge Kennels, for being a "Golden" Sponsor. We appreciate your support!

07/15/2025

Once again, with this heat and humidity and no breeze, I feel that it is best for all of us if I cancel obedience classes tonight and try to shoot for tomorrow, weather permitting. I really appreciate your understanding…thanks again and any questions, feel free to text or call me🐾😊

Enjoying some outside time and relaxation with some friends
07/05/2025

Enjoying some outside time and relaxation with some friends

Here’s to a Happy 4th of July weekend from our Walnut Ridge crew🐾
07/05/2025

Here’s to a Happy 4th of July weekend from our Walnut Ridge crew🐾

Some of our furry vacationers🐾❤️
07/05/2025

Some of our furry vacationers🐾❤️

❤️🤍💙🐾 Happy Fourth of July from Walnut Ridge Kennels!
07/04/2025

❤️🤍💙🐾 Happy Fourth of July from Walnut Ridge Kennels!

07/03/2025

Address

1788 Thompson Road
Bad Axe, MI
48413

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 1pm
3pm - 6pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 1pm
3pm - 6pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 1pm
3pm - 6pm
Thursday 7:30am - 1pm
3pm - 6pm
Friday 7:30am - 1pm
3pm - 6pm
Saturday 7:30am - 1pm
3pm - 6pm
Sunday 7:30am - 1pm
3pm - 6pm

Telephone

+19892699039

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Walnut Ridge Kennels is family-owned/operated boarding kennel, nestled in a quiet country setting in Huron County, Michigan. Located outside the city of Bad Axe in the "heart" of the Thumb, we have been in existence since 1999. The kennel started with 10 runs but we quickly added 30 more. After expanding yet again, we now have the capacity to house 60 dogs. We have spacious 4'x8' chain link runs inside for larger dogs and 3'x6' runs for the smaller dogs. For the optimal comfort of our guests, the building is climate controlled. Soft music is played throughout the day and night, having a calming effect on the dogs. Outside we have 2 large fenced areas where the dogs are able to exercise and play several times a day. You may bring toys, blankets, treats, etc for your poochie to have during their stay with us. Dogs’ must be up to date on 3 vaccinations, Bordetella, Rabies & Distemper. Give us a call if you have any questions or want to schedule! Our Staff: Kelsey Connors, Missy Rooney, Taylor Stokan & Leah Stringer.