Welcome!
Gemfire Kennels is an all-breed grooming, training and boarding facility
We are located at 1622 North A St. in Fort Smith
We are proud to serve the River Valley for all your pet-related needs
To better serve you and your pets, Gemfire Kennels operates by appointment only.
Hours of Operation:
Mon-Fri: 7:30am - 6pm
Saturday: 9:00am - 4pm
Sunday: 11am - 2pm (pick-ups and drop offs only)
Policies (FAQ):
*All sizes and breeds are welcome*
*Intact pets are welcome*
*Pets are required to be on a leash or in a carrier for their safety*
*Proof of vaccination is required*
*Yes, you may tip the staff*
We are located at 1622 North A St. in Fort Smith
We are proud to serve the River Valley for all your pet-related needs
To better serve you and your pets, Gemfire Kennels operates by appointment only.
Hours of Operation:
Mon-Fri: 7:30am - 6pm
Saturday: 9:00am - 4pm
Sunday: 11am - 2pm (pick-ups and drop offs only)
Policies (FAQ):
*All sizes and breeds are welcome*
*Intact pets are welcome*
*Pets are required to be on a leash or in a carrier for their safety*
*Proof of vaccination is required*
*Yes, you may tip the staff*
Grooming
Take your pooch from drab to fab with our luxury spa service!
Our groomers on staff have:
25 years of grooming experience; 12 years of experience as a veterinary technician; 2 years experience as a veterinary clinic manager; 3 years as tech for a repro specialist; 12 years as a corporate grooming salon manager; and 2 years of apprenticeships under NDGAA certified groomers
All groomers on staff are CPR & First Aid Certified
Skills:
Specialist in Doodles and Poodles
Specialist in Terriers (offering hand-stripping!!)
Specialist in double-coated breeds and de-shedding programs
Specialist in Puppies and hard-to-handle dogs, using music, body language, and calming techniques to train good grooming manners
Specialist in Creative Grooming, including dyes and creative clips
Our groomers on staff have:
25 years of grooming experience; 12 years of experience as a veterinary technician; 2 years experience as a veterinary clinic manager; 3 years as tech for a repro specialist; 12 years as a corporate grooming salon manager; and 2 years of apprenticeships under NDGAA certified groomers
All groomers on staff are CPR & First Aid Certified
Skills:
Specialist in Doodles and Poodles
Specialist in Terriers (offering hand-stripping!!)
Specialist in double-coated breeds and de-shedding programs
Specialist in Puppies and hard-to-handle dogs, using music, body language, and calming techniques to train good grooming manners
Specialist in Creative Grooming, including dyes and creative clips
Training
Teach your pooch to mind their manners with our certified trainers!
CGC, VHM, Trick Dog and AKC STARR Puppy Certified
FEMA Management and Search Dog Handler Certified
5 years Corporate Trainer Certified for R+ Training
CDBC (Canine Behavior) Certified
CTP (Karen Pryor) Certified
Offering:
Puppy basic training
Crate training
House training
Puppy obedience
Graduate obedience
Sport foundations
Novice Obedience
Novice/Advanced Rally
Conformation Handling
Agility Foundations
E-Collar Training
Behavioral Training (case-by-case basis)
CGC, VHM, Trick Dog and AKC STARR Puppy Certified
FEMA Management and Search Dog Handler Certified
5 years Corporate Trainer Certified for R+ Training
CDBC (Canine Behavior) Certified
CTP (Karen Pryor) Certified
Offering:
Puppy basic training
Crate training
House training
Puppy obedience
Graduate obedience
Sport foundations
Novice Obedience
Novice/Advanced Rally
Conformation Handling
Agility Foundations
E-Collar Training
Behavioral Training (case-by-case basis)
Boarding
Your pooch will feel right at home!
We offer:
Daycare:
Train & Play
Stay & Play
Boarding:
Nightly
Short-Term Weekly
Long-Term Monthly
Board & Play
Board & Train
We offer:
Daycare:
Train & Play
Stay & Play
Boarding:
Nightly
Short-Term Weekly
Long-Term Monthly
Board & Play
Board & Train
Pet Transport
Your pet will arrive safe and sound with USDA licensed transport!
Cargo Shipping
Flight Nanny
Ground Transport
Cargo Shipping
Flight Nanny
Ground Transport
Group & Package rates available
Ask about our Rewards Program
Emergency services provided by River Valley Animal Hospital
400 Frontier Rd, Barling, AR 72923
(479) 242-7824
Ask about our Rewards Program
Emergency services provided by River Valley Animal Hospital
400 Frontier Rd, Barling, AR 72923
(479) 242-7824
