Experienced, trusted care for your pets
With over 20 years of experience in dog and cat boarding, we’ve built our reputation on providing a safe, caring, and reliable environment for every pet that stays with us.
Our current kennels and cattery facility opened in June 2003 and was purpose-built to offer your pets a comfortable and secure “home away from home”.
All bookings are handled personally by phone to ensure the right fit for every pet.
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Experienced, trusted care for your pets
With over 20 years of experience in dog and cat boarding, we’ve built our reputation on providing a safe, caring, and reliable environment for every pet that stays with us.
Our current kennels and cattery facility opened in June 2003 and was purpose-built to offer your pets a comfortable and secure “home away from home”.
All bookings are handled personally by phone to ensure the right fit for every pet.
Our Promise To You
When you leave your pet with us, you can relax knowing they are in experienced and caring hands.
We are committed to providing:
A safe and secure environment
Individual care and attention
A comfortable and enjoyable stay for every pet
Our goal is simple — to make sure your pet is happy, well cared for, and settled while you’re away.
Meet the Team
Mick Murphy
Founder & Owner of the
Canine Country Club
Mick Murphy is the owner of Canine Country Club, with over 40 years of experience in the pet care industry.
He opened his first boarding facility in Athgoe, Co. Dublin in 1993. He later co-founded Ireland’s first pet superstore with Brian Cleaty, PETSTOP, in Sandyford Industrial Estate.
In 2002, Mick developed the purpose-built kennels and cattery at Killeenmore, followed by the addition of a canine hydrotherapy and rehabilitation centre and a modern, solar-powered grooming facility. His focus has always been on creating a safe, secure, and comfortable environment for pets.
Mick is also an accomplished greyhound trainer and has rehomed many dogs internationally.
A passionate dog show competitor, Mick has achieved outstanding success across Europe, including 3 World Titles, 5 European Titles, and 4 Best of Breed wins at Crufts. He is also an award-winning breeder of Hovawarts, further demonstrating his expertise and commitment to excellence in canine care.Crufts.
With a hands-on approach and genuine passion for animals, Mick ensures that every pet at Canine Country Club receives attentive, professional, and compassionate care.
Leonie Fahey
Senior Groomer
Leonie is a City & Guilds qualified groomer with over 25 years of experience, having trained in the UK.
She is an award-winning groomer, holding Groomer of the Year titles in both Ireland and Northern Ireland, and has also judged and placed in numerous grooming competitions.
She specialises in hand-stripping — a rare and highly skilled technique — and works with all coat types.
Grooming is more than just a job for Leonie; it’s a true passion. She believes every dog is unique and deserves individual care, attention, and a groom tailored to them.
Leonie works on a one-to-one basis to create a calm, stress-free environment, treating every dog as if they were her own — including her miniature poodle, Jaffa, and mini schnauzer, Chilly.
📞 To book an appointment:
Call Leonie on 087 7965396
Opening hours:
Sunday: 9:00 – 20:00
Monday & Tuesday: 9:30 – 20:00
Robyn Fahey
Professional Groomer
Robyn is a fully qualified dog groomer with a Level 3 certification in Dog Grooming and Salon Management, achieved in 2021.
Prior to qualifying, she gained valuable hands-on experience working as a bather, building a strong foundation in canine care and handling. She is also a certified Canine First Aider, ensuring every dog is treated with the highest standards of safety and wellbeing.
Working on a one-to-one basis, Robyn provides a calm, stress-free grooming experience, giving each dog her full attention.
She specialises in Asian-style grooming, combining creativity with precision to enhance each dog’s unique features.
In 2023, Robyn completed advanced training in Korea, allowing her to bring modern, high-quality grooming techniques to her salon.
She is passionate about delivering exceptional results with a kind and caring touch, ensuring every dog feels comfortable and looks their best.
📞 To book an appointment:
Call Robyn on 087 993 2918
Opening hours:
Monday to Friday with early morning and evening appointments available.
Our Location
Set on 12.5 acres in the peaceful countryside of Sallins, Co. Kildare, our facilities provide a calm and spacious environment away from busy roads and noise.
Located just:
5 minutes from the M7
12 minutes from the M4
We’re easily accessible for customers across Kildare, Dublin, and the wider Leinster area. Our property sits along the banks of the Morell River, offering a tranquil setting that’s ideal for dogs and cats to relax and enjoy their stay.
Eircode: W91 PD98
Opening Hours
Our Dog Boarding Kennels and Cattery are open from 7.30 a.m. to 6 p.m. 7 days a week.
Doggy day care from 7.30 am-6pm.
Should you wish to visit us and check out our facilities, please
drop in - No appointment is necessary!
The only days we are closed to the public are Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and St. Stephens Day.
Eircode: W91 PD98
A Safe & Secure Environment
Your pet’s safety and wellbeing are at the heart of everything we do.
Our home is located just 150 metres from the boarding facilities, meaning someone is always on-site to monitor and care for the animals.
We’ve carefully designed our setup to ensure a secure, supervised, and comfortable environment at all times.
All bookings are handled personally by phone to ensure the right fit for every pet.
Health & Safety
To protect the health of all pets in our care, we have a few important requirements in place:
All pets must be up to date with vaccinations
Dogs must have Kennel Cough vaccination
Vaccination records are required prior to boarding
These measures help us maintain a safe and healthy environment for every animal staying with us.
Age Guidelines
We recommend that pets are at least 5 months old before boarding.
Younger animals can be more sensitive to changes in environment, and waiting until they are a little older helps ensure a more comfortable and stress-free experience for them.
We do not accept pets over 10 years of age that have not been regular visitors. It is a welfare issue as I feel putting an animal of that vintage into a strange surrounding with unfamiliar faces can be quite stressful.
Why Choose Us
Over 20 years of experience
Purpose-built boarding facilities
Peaceful countryside setting
On-site supervision at all times
Trusted by pet owners across Kildare and beyond
If you’d like to learn more or have any questions, we’re always happy to help — just get in touch.
Our Breed – The Hovawart
We are delighted to introduce our own dogs — the Hovawart, a striking and still relatively rare breed in Ireland. Our Hovawarts can often be found near the entrance, happily greeting visitors as they arrive.
The Hovawart is a historic German breed dating back to the Middle Ages and comes in three colours: blonde, black, and black and gold. While the breed is still uncommon, it is steadily growing in popularity, with approximately 50–60 now located across Ireland.
We have been actively involved in developing the breed in Ireland for over 30 years, and our Micona prefix is now recognised across Europe thanks to the success of our dogs on the international stage.
Our dogs are first and foremost much-loved family pets, but we are proud that they have also achieved significant success in championship shows both in Ireland and internationally.
Prospective puppy owners are carefully selected, and all enquiries are subject to a thorough screening process before being considered for our waiting list.
For further information on the breed, please visit the Hovawart Club of Ireland Facebook page. Puppy enquiries can be directed to the club secretary at [email protected]
Check out the breed on www.HovawartClubofIreland.com
The Canine Country Club & Cattery
The Canine Country Club is your pet's safe and comfortable home away from home. Our custom built dog boarding kennels are located on 12.5 acres of farmland in Kileenmore, Sallins, which is in easy reach of Dublin and Kildare.
Our boarding kennels and cattery offer a healthy atmosphere with personal attention to the needs of each pet.
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