More Than A Kennel We’re Family
Marsh Run Kennels Inc. was founded by Bart and Betsy Stevens with one simple belief: every dog deserves the same love and care they’d get at home. For over a decade, we’ve been the Tri-State area’s most trusted name in dog boarding, daycare, and special needs care – earning #1 Dog Boarding in the Tri-State three years running and #1 Dog Daycare in 2026.
Our Story
What started as a passion for dogs — especially German Shepherds — grew into a mission to provide the kind of boarding facility we’d trust with our own dogs. Over 10 years later, Marsh Run Kennels Inc. sits on six securely fenced acres in Waynesboro, PA, just minutes from the Maryland border. In 2026, we opened our brand new state-of-the-art facility — a ground-up build designed specifically for the safety, comfort, and well-being of every dog in our care. All-weather indoor and outdoor kennels and runs. An in-house medical lab. An advanced AI security system. And 24/7 on-site staff who never leave the property. We specialize in dogs with anxiety — the ones who pace, the ones who panic, the ones who’ve had bad experiences at other facilities. We also welcome dogs that other kennels won’t accept, including aggressive dogs, those requiring medication, and quarantine cases. If your dog needs care, we’ll find a way to provide it.
Our Credentials
•USDA Registered— Class H – Intermediate Handler (#23-H-0061)
•PA Department of Agriculture — License #14007
•AKC Member
•Fully Licensed & Insured
•#1 Dog Boarding (3 Years) & #1 Dog Daycare (2026) in the Tri-State
• Recommended by Veterinarians
Meet the Owners
Bart Stevens Founder/Owner
Bart’s passion for dogs — particularly German Shepherds — is the foundation of everything Marsh Run Kennels Inc. stands for. With over a decade of hands-on experience in dog care, training, and facility management, Bart built Marsh Run Kennels Inc. from the ground up to be the facility he always wished existed.
Betsy Stevens Owner
Betsy brings heart, organization, and an unwavering commitment to every dog and every family that walks through our gates. Together with Bart, she ensures that Marsh Run Kennels Inc. operates with the care, professionalism, and warmth of a family business — because that’s exactly what it is
MRK9 Inc. Our Non-Profit Mission
Beyond boarding, Bart and Betsy founded MRK9 Inc., a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to dog training, rescue, and community education. MRK9 Inc. operates its own training facility and programs, giving back to the community that has supported Marsh Run Kennels for over a decade.
Learn more about MRK9 →
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How long has Marsh Run Kennels been in business?
A: We’ve been serving the Waynesboro, PA area and the Tri-State region for over 10 years.
Q: Is the facility new?
A: Yes! Our brand new state-of-the-art facility opened in 2026, built from the ground up specifically for dog boarding and care.
Q: What are your credentials?
A: We are USDA Registered (#23-H-0061), licensed by the PA Department of Agriculture (#14007), AKC members, and fully insured.
Q: Do you specialize in any particular dogs?
A: We specialize in German Shepherds and dogs with anxiety. We also accept aggressive dogs, special needs dogs, and those requiring quarantine — dogs other kennels often turn away.
