Mar 30 2010
Tips on Selecting a Dog Daycare/Boarding Facility
Many dog parents find themselves in need of boarding facilities when they are unable to provide normal care. Some dog parents utilize dog daycare to provide social environment while they are at work. In such occasions, the goal is to select quality boarding/daycare facility to give your dog safe and good boarding experience.
Here are some tips on selecting a boarding/daycare facility:
Locate a few facilities that are in convenient location by using:
- Yellow Pages
- Internet
- Recommendations of other dog parents
Interview the facility:
- Ask if the facility can accommodate your dog
- Find out how long they have been in business
- Ask for references
- Find out price, hours,boarding requirements and policies
- If your dog has a special need, ask if they accommodate
- Ask if you can visit the facility before you schedule the boarding
Visit the facility:
- Check the cleanness and smell of the entire place
- Check out the areas your dog spends time (sleeping area, play area, outdoor pen, etc.)
- Check out facility staff and their interaction with dogs
- Find out the daily routine (how often does your dog go out, feeding schedule, etc.)
- Find out the facility’s supervision and safety procedures
Before making a final decision:
- Check references
- Check with Better Business Bureau for any complaints against the facility
