Our Facility

Wye River Kennel is situated at the beautiful headwater of the Wye River on 20.6 wildlife enriched acres. The kennel has 8 chain link exercise pens totaling over 6,000 square feet that are shaded by large trees in a park-like wooded setting. All dogs are rotated in and out continuously throughout the day while receiving one on one attention. The kennel consists of three buildings.

The main building holds the reception area where check in/out is processed. Another room is specially reserved for the boarding of small animals and cats. Modern features include climate control for maximum comfort. Our grooming room is fully equipped with an elevated bathing tub and laundry area. Our other two building provide boarding spaces for larger dogs featuring eleven covered outdoor chain link-on-concrete runs with insulated houses.

And, of course, for your pet's health and safety, our manager lives on the kennel grounds. Wye River Kennel was established in 1985 and has long been known for it's excellent quality pet care. We serve the Washington, D.C., Chesapeake Bay and Eastern Shore communities of both Maryland and Delaware. With the perfect location, we are the perfect place for your loving pet companion. Now meet our staff.

Main Players

David Walbert
Owner & Groomer, has contributed to much the history and success of the operation. David initially came aboard Wye River Kennel in 1988 as a Pet Care Technician under the previous owners. During the fall of 1997 the kennel was put up for sale and David's passion for animals inspired him to purchase the business and beautiful property. As a native of the eastern shore, David has lived in Queen Anne's County all of his life. He grew up on the area's farms showing cows and horses and today he continues to train and show Appaloosa horses. With David at the helm, you can rest assure your pets are in experienced, careful and loving hands.


Rocky Reisinger
Owner and Director of Operations, has been involved with the kennel since 1998. Making sure things run smoothly is just one of the many responsibilities on Rocky's daily list. As a man who wears many hats, it is not unusual to see Rocky walking or feeding the dogs during peak weekends and holidays. Rocky is a 7 year veteran of the U.S. Navy and has always held the greatest affection for animals. Prior to his arrival at Wye River Kennel, Rocky worked for the Department of the Army where he processed applicants for veterinary school.


Zack Helmer
Groomer, has been a grooming professional since 2003. He has also been a professional dog trainer since 2006. In 2006, Zack won Best Junior Handler at Westminster Dog Show. Zack grooms most of the dogs he shows.


Bonnie Wilkinson
Pet Care Technician, brings years of experience working with and around pets. Her natural ability
to calm even the most challenging of animals is almost magical. Bonnie has many four legged friends who look forward to seeing her with every return visit. Bonnie has been with Wye River Kennel since 1995.