Professional Care. Comfortable Stays. Trusted by Families
Professional Care You
Can Feel Good About
Serving Greater Napanee, Kingston & Eastern Ontario
Travel with confidence knowing your dog is safe, comfortable, and professionally cared for. Whether it’s a short stay or an extended vacation, we provide structured routines, attentive supervision, and the perfect balance of activity and rest.
Premium Dog Boarding
Private, comfortable stays with climate control, daily care, and personalized attention in a calm, professionally managed environment.
- 25+ years of trusted animal care experience
- 3,000 sq ft indoor + 16,000 sq ft secure outdoor space
Doggie Daycare
Safe, supervised play and socialization designed to keep your dog active, happy, and well-balanced throughout the day.
Grooming Services
From refreshing baths to full professional grooming, keeping your dog clean, healthy, and looking their best.
Dog Photography
Preserve your dog’s personality with professional photography sessions — perfect memories from their stay.
Why Choose
Can The Loyalist Barkway
Families choose us because dogs benefit from a calm, structured environment where they can settle comfortably, stay safe, and return home relaxed.
Multiple-Year Winner
Kingston Community Votes
Located in
Greater Napanee, serving Kingston and Eastern Ontario.
Private 6 × 6 Suites
Climate-controlled spaces designed specifically for rest and downtime.
Structured Playgroups
Carefully organized based on each dog's temperament and size.
Balanced Routines
A thoughtful mix of physical activity, mental enrichment, and essential rest.
Experienced Supervision
Expert care backed by more than 25+ years of experience in animal welfare.
Structured Care for
Calm, Balanced Dogs
At The Loyalist Barkway, we believe quality care goes beyond simply keeping dogs busy. Our goal is to create an environment where dogs can remain emotionally balanced, engaged, and comfortable during their stay.
Balanced Care, Not Constant Activity
Rather than constant excitement, our focus is on meaningful activity, recovery time, and stability — the ingredients that help dogs feel secure and settle comfortably in a new environment while maintaining calm behavior and balanced energy throughout their stay every single day.
Engagement with Time to Rest
Through structured routines, thoughtful enrichment, and appropriate rest, dogs have opportunities to use their minds as well as their bodies while avoiding overstimulation and stress which supports emotional balance and helps them return home calmer happier and more settled after each visit.
I highly recommend.
5 star pup accommodations ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
He's had both day visits and over night visits. John and his staff are friendly and very good with all the dogs.
My boy is currently still "intact", while he isn't interested in, nor aggressive in any way, his reputation has been one of "the happy humper". So, currently, he's home, until he's neutered and plays better.
I'm sure he's looking forward to being back with all his friends soon!!
Tour The Loyalist Barkway
Choosing a boarding facility is an important decision. Our virtual tour allows you to explore the kennel, play yards, and boarding areas so you can see exactly where your dog will stay.
Your Dog’s Safety Comes First
Ongoing Monitoring
Our team monitors each dog’s comfort, behaviour, and wellbeing, adjusting routines and environment whenever needed to maintain calm and balance.
Veterinary Support
If health concerns arise, we inform owners quickly and coordinate with local veterinary clinics to ensure every dog stays safe.
Trial Days
For many dogs, the first visit begins with a short trial day so we can understand their comfort level and create the best plan for their stay.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Got questions? We’ve got answers.
We know leaving your dog can be stressful — that’s why we’ve made it easy to understand how our boarding works. Here are a few of the most common questions we get at The Loyalist Barkway.