Chesterhope Kennels is a family-owned and run dog kennel at 19 Chesterhope Road in Pakowhai, Hastings. It offers doggy day care, boarding, grooming and dog walking for all breeds, and has been established for over 25 years. The website says the facilities are fully air-conditioned, with large play areas where dogs play with similar-sized dogs, and daily walks to parks nearby. Grooming covers small breeds such as poodles, bichons and schnauzers with large coats, and large breeds such as collies, setters and golden retrievers. The kennel is Royal Canin sponsored, and the website says dogs are fed premium food. The kennels have recently announced new hours: Monday to Friday, 7am to 9am and 3.30pm to 5.30pm.
Reviewers describe the staff as kind, friendly, professional and efficient. One reviewer's dog has a weekly play date, is taken to the river or beach, and comes home tired. Another owner says their dog has used the day care, beach and river walks, longer stays and grooming, and is always excited to go. A grooming client was very pleased with the result and found the staff helpful. Reviewers mention daycare most often. Because the kennel runs play areas and daily walks, its day care suits dogs that need company and attention while their owners are out or at work.