boarding our dogs???
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| I always board our dogs, I do it with my vet and have never had a problem. I pay extra to have them walked daily, $1.00 more. Does your vet have boarding facilities? It might be an idea.
Happy Holidays! |
| There's two other options you may want to consider...having someone stay in your home. Is that feasible and do you know of anyone that would do that?
Another which I recently have heard of and sounds wonderful is doggie daycare. Everyone I've spoken to who has had their dogs in these facilities rave about how much their dogs love it. Some also have boarding and so if the dog has been there a few times before and the experience is positive then overnight stays are not stressful. May be another option to look into. Good Luck! |
| We also board our pups at a kennel/vet office (although it is not their vet). They have a variety of sizes of runs to choose from and they take the dogs out to a "play area" 3-4 times a day.
When you look for a place- talk to other people who have boarded before and ask lots of questions at the place you choose. We decided on this place because the people they employeed were true animal lovers, they asked us questions about our dogs typical day (which no other place had done), they incouraged us to call in and check on them, etc. Almost all places will give you a tour of the place (if they don't- I'd run like *#!%) Pay attention to how clean the runs are, what sizes are available, and look at the dogs they are boarding at the time. I never set an apt. to take a tour of the kennels. Some place might "prepare" for you if they know you're coming. I would just drop in and ask to take a tour. All of the places I considered didn't have a problem with it and were very helpful and friendly. They first time we boarded them at this particular place, they asked us if either of our dogs were scared of thunder- the weather forcast called for thunder storms while we were going to be gone and they wanted to be prepared! Buckley is and I hadn't even thought of that! Talk about being a bad mom  but they sure won points in my book for asking!!
Anyway- like anything just do your research and follow what your gut tells you about the place. Cindy and The Monsters |
| have you looked for a pet sitter? i use those as my pets are more comfortable at home. it also helps to have lights put on or turned off, mail picked up, etc. they are usually less expensive than a kennel and are insured. try the yellow pages or classified ads in your newspaper. also, some vets may know of one in your area. |
I appreciate all of your advice, you have gave me some different things to check into. I am still very nervous  about leaving them with total strangers. We are going to look into all of the different options. I think we might take them and find a hotel instead of staying with my friend. Then find a doggie daycare for them during the day. We still have a couple of days, I know we will figure something out. Anyway, I hope all you had a good Christmas and are ready to ring in the New Year. I think this year has went by so quickly. Anyway, I am rambling now.  Thanks again, Stormi |
We are back from our trip and a different set of grandparents watched them. It made me feel so much better that someone that loves them was keeping them. Not to mention it only cost us cooking them a steak dinner out of appreciation. You can't beat that. I appreciate all of you helping us figure out something. I know there will come a time when all of your suggestions will help us out again. Jack and Annabelle thank you too!  Happy New Year! Stormi |
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