Zion Hill Kennel
Boarding
Dogs Away score9.5 /10Exceptional · 39 reviews · top 26% in Boston
Sources
Behind the 9.5
- Reviews read
- 39 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.80 ★
- Rank
- #85 of 352 in Boston
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Policies published9 of 27From their website, 2026-10-20
Zion Hill Kennel is a pet boarding in New Durham, MA, offering boarding. It scores 9.5/10 (exceptional) from 39 Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars — #85 of 352 in Boston. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 9.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Open play with enforced restPlay model, per the facility.
Outdoor access: yard and poolPer the facility’s website.
Key facts
- Services
- Boarding
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- Not published
- Daycare rate
- Not published
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in Boston
- #85 of 352
- Google rating
- ★4.8 (39)
- From downtown
- 70.3 mi
- Profile claimed on Google
- Yes
Policies & requirements
9/27
9 of the 27 policies owners ask about are published on their website.Checked on their website, 2026-10-20. Open a policy to see their exact words.
Admission requirements4 of 6 published
Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Their words
“Vaccine Requirements? Boarding and Daycare: -Rabies -DHPP (Distemper) -Bordetella (Kennel Cough)”zionhillkennel.com/faq
Fecal / parasite testNegative test required
Their words
“Proof of negative Fecal exam with no parasites seen done annually.”zionhillkennel.com/daycare
Spay / neuterNot required
Their words
“Do my pets need to be spayed or neutered to play in Daycare? We do not require dogs to be altered.”zionhillkennel.com/faq
Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay
Their words
“Please contact us to set up an appointment for your dog s first day evaluation. We charge $40 per dog for the initial evaluation day.”zionhillkennel.com/daycare
Operations5 of 21 published
Play modelOpen play with enforced rest
Their words
“8:30 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. - PLAY TIME!! 11:45 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. - Lunch time (for those who provided lunch) 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. - nap time 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. - PLAY TIME!!”zionhillkennel.com/daycare
Outdoor accessYard and pool
Their words
“Our facility offers multiple large play yards with sun, shaded areas, pools, and obstacles to help stimulate your dog s mind and body.”zionhillkennel.com/daycare
Climate controlClimate-controlled
Their words
“At night, your dog(s) stays in our climate-controlled facility.”zionhillkennel.com/boarding
Administers medicationYes, no charge
Their words
“Do I pay extra for my dog if they are on medications? No. Some pets require daily medication. We never charge owners for their pets medications.”zionhillkennel.com/faq
FeedingOwner's food required
Their words
“The only thing you need to bring is your dogs food, leash and collar. We provide the rest.”zionhillkennel.com/faq
Show 18 policies not published on their website
Bordetella lead timeNot published on their website
Vaccination recordsNot published on their website
Staff on site overnightNot published on their website
Staff-to-dog ratioNot published on their website
Maximum playgroup sizeNot published on their website
Staff certificationNot published on their website
Groups separated byNot published on their website
Time out of their roomNot published on their website
Solo care for dogs who skip group playNot published on their website
HousingNot published on their website
CapacityNot published on their website
Live cameras for ownersNot published on their website
Photo / report-card updatesNot published on their website
ToursNot published on their website
Injury / fight policyNot published on their website
Veterinary accessNot published on their website
AvailabilityNot published on their website
Online bookingNot published on their website
Policies change, so confirm anything that matters when you book. Items marked “described by reviewers” come from customers, not from the facility.
Score & reviews
9.5ExceptionalDogs Away score
Higher is better. A score backed by more reviews is more reliable. Read the reviews on Google Maps. Data as of July–October 2026.
What reviewers mention most
dog boarding 10daycare 7grooming 7vacation 3dog grooming 2happy dog 2nails 2worry 2
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Booking terms & safety
- Checkout time
- Boarding pick-up before 10 a.m. on departure day avoids a next-night chargeStated on their website
- Late pick-up
- Boarding pick-up after 10 a.m. on departure day is charged another nightStated on their website
- Cancellation
- 50% non-refundable deposit; cancel 48 hours ahead or pay for the entire stayStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Who they take & how they care
- Senior dogs
- Senior dogs welcome in daycare if they pass the evaluationStated on their website
- Breed & size limits
- No breed restrictions; dogs showing aggression are not allowedStated on their website
- Unaltered dogs & females in heat
- Dogs need not be altered; females in heat play in a separate yard until fully out of heatStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Hours
- Mon
- 6 AM–6 PM
- Tue
- 6 AM–6 PM
- Wed
- 6 AM–6 PM
- Thu
- 6 AM–6 PM
- Fri
- 6 AM–6 PM
- Sat
- 6–10 AM
- Sun
- Closed
From the public profile, July–October 2026. Drop-off and pick-up windows can be narrower; holiday hours vary.
For travelers
- BOS · Boston Logan
- 70.1 mi
- Weekday hours span
- 6 AM – 6 PM
- Open Sunday
- No
Straight-line miles, not driving distance. Hours span from the public profile; confirm drop-off and pick-up windows before a flight.
Location
397 Berry Rd, New Durham, NH 03855
70.3 miles from downtown Boston · Get directions
Amenities & details
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotFree parking lotOn-site parking
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about Zion Hill Kennel
What services does Zion Hill Kennel offer?
Zion Hill Kennel is listed as a pet boarding service in New Durham, MA, offering boarding.
How much does Zion Hill Kennel charge?
We did not find a published rate on Zion Hill Kennel's website when we checked it (2026-10-20); call the facility for pricing. For reference, the Boston median published boarding rate is $70/night across 78 facilities.
What vaccines does Zion Hill Kennel require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at Zion Hill Kennel?
Zion Hill Kennel's website does not say whether a person is on site overnight (checked 2026-10-20). That is common — ask the facility directly before booking an overnight stay.
How does Zion Hill Kennel compare with other Boston facilities?
It ranks #85 of 352 in the Boston index by Dogs Away score (9.5/10, exceptional), based on 39 Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
Zion Hill Kennel, New Durham, MA. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-10-20. https://dogsaway.co/boston-ma/zion-hill-kennel/Similar places near New Durham
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