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HOW TO FIND A
BOARDING KENNEL
For
many people leaving their dog at a boarding kennel can be a very stressful
event, more for the owners than the dogs. In most cases, any stress on the dogs
is brought on by the owner's anticipation and worry. So finding a boarding
kennel that you are comfortable with is most important and should not be left
to the last moment.
On getting your new puppy or dog you should start thinking
about choosing a boarding kennel even if you have no immediate plans of leaving
your pet.
So how do you find that boarding kennel for your dog? First
start asking around for recommendations. Ask your veterinarian who they
recommend. Ask friends that you know who have dogs and leave them in a kennel.
Find out where they go and if they are pleased with the services. Once you have
your choices narrowed down, start calling around.
Ask the kennel operator
about the kennels and their routines with the dogs. What are the sizes of the
kennels? Are they indoor/outdoor runs? Are the kennels heated? Are they cleaned
daily? How often are the dogs let out to go to the bathroom? Do they have a
separate area for dogs to exercise? Can they walk dogs if necessary? What
vaccinations are required? What do they feed the dogs? When? Can you bring your
own food? What else are you required to bring? If your dog requires medications
can they accomodate you? Do they understand the particular health problem that
your dog may have and be able to deal with any associated problems? What vet do
they use if your dog needs care? What are the kennel hours that you can drop
off or pick up your pet? A good kennel operator should be open to answer all
your questions and concerns.
One of the most important
things that I recommend is for you to actually go and look at the kennels. Then
you can see where your dogs are kept, that they are clean and comfortable and
get a feel for the person who will be taking care of your pet. This will also
help alleviate some of the anticipation on the actual day of drop off. You
should not have to make an appointment to see the kennel either. Anytime during
the kennel's regular open hours should be fine. I tend to be a little
suspicious of that kennel that needs prior notice of your arrival during their
hours as there should be no special preparation required for you to merely look
at the kennel.
All of this should help you decide which is the best
place to leave your pet and will help make the actual event more pleasant on
everyone and allow you to enjoy your vacation without the added worry of how
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