Oak Grove Kennel Named a 2025 Best of the Willamette Valley Winner

We’re thrilled to announce that Oak Grove Kennel has been named the Bronze Winner in the 2025 Best of the Willamette Valley Awards in the category of Best Pet Boarding/Daycare!

This incredible honor is especially meaningful to us as it marks our very first year receiving this recognition, following a season of growth, dedication, and a renewed commitment to exceptional pet care. Since taking ownership in November 2023, Ken Puckett and Kimberly Vrooman have worked diligently to strengthen our operations and enrich the experience for pets and their people in the Monmouth community and beyond.

“We have been working hard to make improvements to the facility and operations, and it feels great to be acknowledged.” -Ken Puckett

“First and foremost, this award is for our team, they treat every pet as if they were their own. The fact that our community members took the time to vote for us does not go unnoticed. It truly means the world to us.” -Kimberly Vrooman

This recognition reflects the heart of Oak Grove Kennel—our commitment to trustworthy care, personal attention, and the belief that every pet deserves to feel safe, loved, and comfortable. Our focus has been on refining our services, improving communication, and making sure that both pets and their owners feel confident and cared for at every step.

We are especially proud of our incredible staff. This team shows up every day with dedication, compassion, and a genuine love for animals. Whether it’s playtime in the yards, a soothing grooming session, or a cozy overnight stay, our team goes above and beyond to make each pet’s experience exceptional.

But most of all, we thank YOU—our wonderful clients. Your trust in us to care for your beloved pets is something we never take lightly. Your support, your referrals, and your votes in this year’s contest helped make this recognition possible.

We share this honor with you.

Here’s to continued growth, wagging tails, and many more milestones ahead.

From all of us at Oak Grove Kennel, thank you for being part of our journey!