Dog Boarding While On Vacation

There may be a point when you will need to leave your dog behind while you go on vacation or on a business trip. While it is not easy to leave your loyal friend, you want to make sure your dog has a comfortable and safe place to stay while you are gone. If you are considering boarding, you may have some questions.
Some of those questions that you may ask the boarding facility include:
1. Where will my dog be sleeping?
This is an important question because you do want to know what your dog’s temporary living space will be like. You can take a tour of the facility to make sure that the environment is an organized and clean one.
2. When will you walk my dog?
There is no hiding the fact that boarding can be stressful for your dog. Even if he or she is accustomed to boarding,
those dogs that are not stressed by it at all. Walking your dog twice a day for a few minutes at a time can relieve that stress. However, more walks throughout the day will most definitely be welcomed by your dog. You also want to find out where the walking will take place.
3. What will my dog eat?
It is important that your dog’s diet is not changed because that will add to the stress of the boarding. Changing diet can also result in stomach issues, so it is good to bring your dog’s regular food when boarding him or her. A good boarder is going to know how important it is to feed your dog their usual diet.
4. What happens if my dog is injured or becomes sick?
The boarding facility should monitor the daily habits of boarders in order to identify injury or illness. An appetite and water intake log should be kept, as well as a record of defecation and urination. Anything abnormal should be noted. A once over should at least be made each day to ensure that there is no change in physical condition. If there is a change, then a treatment plan can be initiated. This plan can be discussed with you when you decide to board your dog.
5. What is the cost?
The cost is going to be part of your budgeting for your trip. You should be direct when asking about the base boarding fee and the fees for any extras. You also want to ask about the costs of feeding your dog a special diet, if a special diet is needed. The same goes for any medication that needs to be administered.
When you receive answers to your questions, you can then make your reservation. It is good to make this reservation well in advance so that you can secure a spot for your dog. When you bring your dog in, remember any special instructions, food, and any other permitted items that your dog needs. You do not want to bring anything that you absolutely need to have back, as things can become damaged or lost. You also want to ensure the facility has your contact numbers. Once all of this is done, you are ready to go and have a great time.