Reminders For Ensuring The Pet Care Facility Is Right For Your Pet
As much as you enjoy the company of your dog, you will most likely need to board your dog at some point. Your travel may include places you can’t bring a dog, and there will be times when it is simply safer or more convenient to board your dog. Ideally, you will have researched and selected a boarding facility before it is ever needed. If this decision is left to the last minute, you may find your options are limited and perhaps not the best fit for your dog.
A good boarding facility will be happy to give you a tour. Not allowing tours is a red flag, and these facilities should be avoided. A good facility will take the opportunity to show you the areas where your pet will sleep, play and relieve itself. Don’t hesitate to ask questions. You are entrusting your beloved pet care to them, and you have a right to know how their facility operates.
Trust your instincts when touring a boarding facility. The facility should have climate control to keep your dog comfortable as well as a ventilation system. The facility should not have an overpowering or unpleasant odor. If the tour omits certain areas of the facility, this should be considered a warning sign and you should find a different place to board your dog. All quality boarding facilities will have vaccination requirements that must be met by all dogs.
Seek out a doggie daycare facility that will be the best match for your dog. If you are doing your research in advance, you should not have to settle for anything less than the best fit. Make sure your dog will be comfortable in its sleeping area, will be fed close to its regular schedule and will have ample opportunities to relieve itself. In addition, look into what packages are available to accommodate your dog’s social needs. Daycare or group play can be wonderful for active and social dogs. Some dogs are less comfortable playing with other dogs, but can benefit from extra walks and quiet time with the staff at the boarding facility. Find a boarding facility that offers plenty of human interaction such as play time and leash walks.
When you use a boarding facility you can trust, you can leave your dog behind knowing it will be comfortable, cared for and happy. Boarding is a safe option for your dog, and the right facility will also be fun for your dog. If the facility offers drop-in daycare, try to take your dog to visit several times before boarding. These visits will allow your dog to get used to the new place and give the staff a chance to become acquainted with your dog. The more familiar you and your dog are with the facility beforehand, the less stressful it will be for both of you.
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