Waldorf Kennels
Boarding
Dogs Away score9.1 /10Excellent · 142 reviews · top 74% in Portland
Sources
Behind the 9.1
- Reviews read
- 142 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.50 ★
- Rank
- #113 of 156 in Portland
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Published rate$45 /nightFrom their website, 2026-10-29
$40middle $56$70
Below the Portland middle price
Sources
Behind the $45
- Source
- Waldorf Kennels’s own website
- Checked on
- 2026-10-29
- Rate type
- First dog, standard night
“you are charged for an extra night which is $45 (dogs) and $30 (cats) for non holidays and $55 (dogs) and $40 (cats) for holidays”Open their price page ↗
Waldorf Kennels is a boarding facility in Ridgefield, OR, offering boarding. It scores 9.1/10 (excellent) from 142 Google reviews averaging 4.5 stars — #113 of 156 in Portland. Its website lists boarding from $45 per night. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 8.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Recommended: canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis
No group playPlay model, per the facility.
Outdoor access: indoor outdoor runPer the facility’s website.
Publishes its ratesQuoted below with a link to the source page.
Key facts
- Services
- BoardingTrainingDog walkingGroomingPet sitting Confirmed on their own website
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- $45/night
- Daycare rate
- Not published
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in Portland
- #113 of 156
- Google rating
- ★4.5 (142)
- From downtown
- 15.5 mi
- Holiday / peak
- $55 per night per dog on holiday dates (vs $45 standard)
- Profile claimed on Google
- Yes
Policies & requirements
8/27
8 of the 27 policies owners ask about are published on their website.Checked on their website, 2026-09-07. Open a policy to see their exact words.
Admission requirements3 of 6 published
Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Recommended: canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis
Their words
“we require your dog be up to date on the following. -DHPP or DHLPP -Bordetella (kennel cough) -Rabies -Flea control -k9 Flu vaccine is recommended”waldorfkennels.com/boarding-rates
Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay
Their words
“All NEW dogs staying at the kennels must come in for a temperament evaluation.-$25”waldorfkennels.com/boarding-rates
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“You can have your vet fax or email these to us.”waldorfkennels.com/boarding-rates
Operations5 of 21 published
Play modelNo group play
Their words
“You can rest easy knowing that your pet will not be placed with any other dog in our play yards.”waldorfkennels.com/boarding-rates
Time out of their room2x daily minimum in play yards
Their words
“Each dog goes out a minimum of two times a day.”waldorfkennels.com/boarding-rates
HousingIndoor outdoor run
Their words
“Each of our 30 indoor kennels adjoin to their own fully covered outdoor run, which vary from 6' to 10' in length.”waldorfkennels.com/boarding-rates
Outdoor accessIndoor outdoor run
Their words
“Each of our 30 indoor kennels adjoin to their own fully covered outdoor run, which vary from 6' to 10' in length. Playtime Our large outdoor grassy play yards range from 2,000-8,000 square feet, plenty of room for your furry friend to run and play.”waldorfkennels.com/boarding-rates
Capacity30
Their words
“Each of our 30 indoor kennels adjoin to their own fully covered outdoor run, which vary from 6' to 10' in length.”waldorfkennels.com/boarding-rates
Show 19 policies not published on their website
Bordetella lead timeNot published on their website
Fecal / parasite testNot published on their website
Spay / neuterNot 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
Solo care for dogs who skip group playNot published on their website
Climate controlNot 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
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
9.1ExcellentDogs 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 training 9nervous dog 5leash training 4knowledgeable trainer 4one on one training 3high energy dog care 2last minute boarding 2separate kennels 2
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Booking terms & safety
- Checkout time
- Check-out 9–11 AM Mon–Sat; pick up before 11 AM and the departure day is not chargedStated on their website
- How a stay is counted
- Charged by calendar day: the arrival day counts; the departure day is free if picked up before 11 AMStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Who they take & how they care
- Cats
- Cats get their own condo in a quiet room separate from the dog boarding areaStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Price history
| Year | Boarding | Daycare | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $40/night | — | Archived page, 2022-10-05 |
| 2023 | $40/night | — | Archived page, 2023-12-05 |
| 2024 | $40/night | — | Archived page, 2024-11-19 |
| 2025 | $45/night | — | Archived page, 2025-09-13 |
| Now | $45/night | — | Their website, 2026-10-29 |
First-dog standard rate, lower end of any range. How this feeds the market trend: Dogs Away Boarding Price Index.
Hours
- Mon
- 9–11 AM, 2–5 PM
- Tue
- 9–11 AM, 2–5 PM
- Wed
- 9–11 AM, 2–5 PM
- Thu
- 9–11 AM, 2–5 PM
- Fri
- 9–11 AM, 2–5 PM
- Sat
- 9–11 AM
- Sun
- Closed
From the public profile, July–October 2026. Drop-off and pick-up windows can be narrower; holiday hours vary.
For travelers
- PDX · Portland International
- 10.8 mi
- Weekday hours span
- 9 AM – 5 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
16315 NE Union Rd, Ridgefield, WA 98642
15.5 miles from downtown Portland · Get directions
Amenities & details
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about Waldorf Kennels
What services does Waldorf Kennels offer?
Waldorf Kennels is listed as a kennel in Ridgefield, OR, offering boarding.
How much does Waldorf Kennels charge?
Its website lists overnight boarding at $45 per night (first-dog standard rate, checked 2026-10-29). Holiday surcharges and add-ons vary; confirm when booking. The Portland median published boarding rate is $56/night.
What vaccines does Waldorf Kennels require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Recommended: canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at Waldorf Kennels?
Waldorf Kennels's website does not say whether a person is on site overnight (checked 2026-09-07). That is common — ask the facility directly before booking an overnight stay.
How does Waldorf Kennels compare with other Portland facilities?
It ranks #113 of 156 in the Portland index by Dogs Away score (9.1/10, excellent), based on 142 Google reviews averaging 4.5 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
Waldorf Kennels, Ridgefield, OR. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-09-07. https://dogsaway.co/portland-or/waldorf-kennels/Similar places near Ridgefield
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