Northcliff Kennels

★ 4.9 · 72 Google reviews·Boarding facility·Andover, NY
Northcliff Kennels, Andover
Boarding
Dogs Away score9.7 /10Exceptional · 72 reviews · top 12% in New York
Sources
Behind the 9.7
Reviews read
72 on Google
Average stars
4.90 ★
Rank
#68 of 642 in New York
Ratings as of
July–October 2026
See the reviews on Google ↗
Policies published8 of 27From their website, 2026-09-09

Northcliff Kennels is a boarding facility in Andover, NY, offering boarding. It scores 9.7/10 (exceptional) from 72 Google reviews averaging 4.9 stars — #68 of 642 in New York. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 8.

Staff on site overnightStated on the facility’s own website.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Outdoor access: indoor outdoor runPer 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 New York
#68 of 642
Google rating
★4.9 (72)
From downtown
44.2 mi
Profile claimed on Google
No

Policies & requirements

8/27

8 of the 27 policies owners ask about are published on their website.Checked on their website, 2026-09-09. Open a policy to see their exact words.

Admission requirements3 of 6 published
Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Their words
“The following vaccinations are required for boarding with us: Dogs: Rabies DHLP Canine Cough must be given at least two weeks prior to boarding.”northcliffkennels.com/boarding
Bordetella lead time14 days before arrival
Their words
“Canine Cough must be given at least two weeks prior to boarding.”northcliffkennels.com/boarding
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“A current Certificate of Vaccination is required at pet check-in.”northcliffkennels.com/boarding
Operations5 of 21 published
Staff on site overnightYes — a person is on site
Their words
“Family Owned & Operated since 1973 Owners Live On-Site”northcliffkennels.com/
Solo care for dogs who skip group playPaid add-on
Their words
“As one of our guests, your best friend receives one-on-one attention from our staff members, giving them a chance to run, play and really enjoy the country life. Your pet will love it! (Additional charges apply)”northcliffkennels.com/boarding
Outdoor accessIndoor outdoor run
Their words
“In addition, each of our rooms has its own tree-shaded outdoor run.”northcliffkennels.com/about-us
Climate controlClimate-controlled
Their words
“Air-conditioned/Heated Dog Runs”northcliffkennels.com/
Veterinary accessVeterinarian on call
Their words
“In the event of an emergency, a licensed Veterinarian is always on call.”northcliffkennels.com/boarding
Show 19 policies not published on their website
Fecal / parasite testNot published on their website
Spay / neuterNot published on their website
Temperament evaluationNot 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
Play modelNot published on their website
Groups separated byNot published on their website
Time out of their roomNot 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
Administers medicationNot published on their website
FeedingNot 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

9.7ExceptionalDogs Away score
5 ★70
4 ★0
3 ★1
2 ★0
1 ★1
★ 4.90Google average
72reviews behind the score
★ 4.67New York average

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 care 15staff 12caring owners 5caring staff 5special care 3happy dogs 3groomer 2clean facility 2

Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.

Who they take & how they care

Cats
Boards cats in a cattery completely separate from the dogsStated on their website

In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.

Hours

Mon
9 AM–4 PM
Tue
9 AM–4 PM
Wed
9 AM–4 PM
Thu
9 AM–4 PM
Fri
9 AM–4 PM
Sat
9 AM–4 PM
Sun
Closed

From the public profile, July–October 2026. Drop-off and pick-up windows can be narrower; holiday hours vary.

For travelers

EWR · Newark Liberty
37.5 mi
LGA · LaGuardia
48.8 mi
JFK · New York JFK
57.1 mi
Weekday hours span
9 AM – 4 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

40 Brighton Rd, Andover, NJ 07821

44.2 miles from downtown New York · Get directions

Amenities & details

Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Self-reported on the business’s public profile.

Questions about Northcliff Kennels

What services does Northcliff Kennels offer?
Northcliff Kennels is listed as a kennel in Andover, NY, offering boarding.
How much does Northcliff Kennels charge?
We did not find a published rate on Northcliff Kennels's website when we checked it (2026-09-09); call the facility for pricing. For reference, the New York median published boarding rate is $74/night across 155 facilities.
What vaccines does Northcliff Kennels require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at Northcliff Kennels?
Yes — a person is on site, according to the facility's own website.
How does Northcliff Kennels compare with other New York facilities?
It ranks #68 of 642 in the New York index by Dogs Away score (9.7/10, exceptional), based on 72 Google reviews averaging 4.9 stars.

Cite this record

Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:

Northcliff Kennels, Andover, NY. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-09-09. https://dogsaway.co/new-york-ny/northcliff-kennels/

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