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About World Class Kennels
AKC-Inspected Boarding Kennel
We’re the only boarding kennel in Birmingham that has been inspected and accepted by the American Kennel Club.
Retired AKC Professional Handler
As a registered AKC Professional Handler, we’ve worked with top-tier dogs and know their unique needs.
BBB A+ Accredited
We maintain the highest standards of professionalism and ethics, as reflected in our Better Business Bureau (BBB) A+ accreditation.
Premiere Service Award
Our commitment to excellence has been recognized with the prestigious Premiere Service Award in 2022.
4th Generation Dog Sport Enthusiast
Our passion for dogs runs deep. We’re proud to be part of a four-generation legacy in the world of dog sports.
Certified Pet Groomer
We offer grooming services right here at our facility. Trust our certified pet groomer to keep your pets looking their best.
Our Staff
Emma Marshall
Founder & K9 Specialist
I am fourth generation through breeding/training and showing dogs. I moved to America from Australia to show dogs professionally, which I did at a very successful level for 6 years. I was driving approximately 68,000 miles a year across the country showing dogs and wanted to ground myself a little so purchased World Class Kennels in 2017 to be able to spend some more time at home. Since then, I have retired from Professional Handling and have focused on the boarding kennel.
Stephanie McCloud
NCMG Groomer
Stephanie McCloud, a certified master groomer with 20+ years of experience, started her career at Chelsea Animal Hospital in Chelsea, AL. After managing Petco's salon in Hoover, she opened her own grooming business in Childersburg before temporarily closing to raise her twins. Now back in the grooming industry, Stephanie balances her passion with raising her three children in Vincent, AL, where she enjoys outdoor activities and music.
Eva Taylor
Office Manager
Eva was born and raised in Germany with many pets alongside her. She immigrated to America in 1996 and started working for a Veterinarian until the end of 2021. Since she has always enjoyed working with animals of all shapes and sizes, she joined the WCK team in 2022. Currently she has 2 special boys her life: Tangello, an orange cat and Diamond, her blue roan Tennessee Walking Horse. She loves being outdoors – swimming, riding, boating, anything to enjoy the sunshine!
Jordan Brown
Kennel Manager
Born and raised in Childersburg, Jordan has had a passion for working with animals since she was a little girl. Dogs have always been a huge impact on her life and has now been with World Class Kennels for 4 years. She currently has 3 dogs of her own that she loves spending time with. When she isn’t tending to our guests at WCK, she loves being outside and helping to coach her daughters softball team.