O'Brien's Kennel
Boarding
Dogs Away score9.4 /10Excellent · 5 reviews · top 38% in Sacramento
Sources
Behind the 9.4
- Reviews read
- 5 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.80 ★
- Rank
- #33 of 94 in Sacramento
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Published rate$45 /nightFrom their website, 2026-10-19
$35middle $55$90
Below the Sacramento middle price
Sources
Behind the $45
- Source
- O'Brien's Kennel’s own website
- Checked on
- 2026-10-19
- Rate type
- First dog, standard night
“$45 per night flat rate for all dogs”Open their price page ↗
O'Brien's Kennel is a pet boarding in Lincoln, CA, offering boarding. It scores 9.4/10 (excellent) from 5 Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars — #33 of 94 in Sacramento. Its website lists boarding from $45 per night. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 6.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Recommended: canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis
Outdoor access: yardPer the facility’s website.
Publishes its ratesQuoted below with a link to the source page.
Key facts
- Services
- Boarding Confirmed on their own website
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- $45/night
- Daycare rate
- Not published
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in Sacramento
- #33 of 94
- Google rating
- ★4.8 (5)
- From downtown
- 18.6 mi
- Profile claimed on Google
- Yes
Policies & requirements
6/27
6 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 requirements3 of 6 published
Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Recommended: canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis
Their words
“All dogs, regardless of age, must have proof of current vaccinations against Rabies, DHLPP, and Bordetella. CIV (Canine Influenza Virus) vaccine is strongly recommended.”obrienskennel.com/boarding/
Bordetella lead time7 days before arrival
Their words
“We require your dog be vaccinated at least 7 days prior to boarding.”obrienskennel.com/boarding/
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“All dogs, regardless of age, must have proof of current vaccinations against Rabies, DHLPP, and Bordetella.”obrienskennel.com/boarding/
Operations3 of 21 published
HousingRun
Their words
“Amenities Roomy kennel runs”obrienskennel.com/boarding/
Outdoor accessYard
Their words
“our facility boasts spacious runs and an expansive outdoor play yard.”obrienskennel.com/
Administers medicationYes, except injectables
Their words
“No added fee for administering simple medications (we cannot do injections”obrienskennel.com/boarding/
Show 21 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 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
Play modelNot 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
CapacityNot 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
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
9.4ExcellentDogs 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 3cleanliness 3staff 3safe environment 2clean facility 2
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Booking terms & safety
- Checkout time
- Boarding check-out is at noon.Stated on their website
- How a stay is counted
- Boarding is charged by the night.Stated on their website
- Late pick-up
- Late pick-ups after noon cost $10.Stated on their website
- Cancellation
- Reservations need 24 hours' notice to cancel.Stated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Price history
| Year | Boarding | Daycare | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $45/night | — | Archived page, 2025-12-06 |
| Now | $45/night | — | Their website, 2026-10-19 |
First-dog standard rate, lower end of any range. How this feeds the market trend: Dogs Away Boarding Price Index.
Hours
- Mon
- 8 AM–5 PM
- Tue
- 8 AM–5 PM
- Wed
- 8 AM–5 PM
- Thu
- 8 AM–5 PM
- Fri
- 8 AM–5 PM
- Sat
- 8 AM–12 PM
- Sun
- Closed
From the public profile, July–October 2026. Drop-off and pick-up windows can be narrower; holiday hours vary.
Location
7609 E Catlett Rd, Lincoln, CA 95648
18.6 miles from downtown Sacramento · Get directions
Amenities & details
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about O'Brien's Kennel
What services does O'Brien's Kennel offer?
O'Brien's Kennel is listed as a pet boarding service in Lincoln, CA, offering boarding.
How much does O'Brien's Kennel charge?
Its website lists overnight boarding at $45 per night (first-dog standard rate, checked 2026-10-19). Holiday surcharges and add-ons vary; confirm when booking. The Sacramento median published boarding rate is $55/night.
What vaccines does O'Brien's Kennel require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Recommended: canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at O'Brien's Kennel?
O'Brien's 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 O'Brien's Kennel compare with other Sacramento facilities?
It ranks #33 of 94 in the Sacramento index by Dogs Away score (9.4/10, excellent), based on 5 Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
O'Brien's Kennel, Lincoln, CA. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-10-20. https://dogsaway.co/sacramento-ca/o-brien-s-kennel/Similar places near Lincoln
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