10 things to do when boarding your dog

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9 Responses to “10 things to do when boarding your dog”

  1. Apryl DeLancey Says:
    July 11th, 2008 at 6:31 am

    Great tips, especially number ten. It’s amazing how far just a drop of gratitude will go.

    Apryl DeLancey’s last blog post..Someone Call A Toe Truck

  2. jan Says:
    July 11th, 2008 at 12:38 pm

    Good suggestions. I never would have thought of doing the last one. You make me feel like an inconsiderate boor. :)

    jan’s last blog post..Greatest American Dog—Entertaining or Trashy?

  3. Annette Holbrook Says:
    July 11th, 2008 at 8:19 pm

    Great list. My husband and I own and run a dog club and park with daycare and boarding. If only all clients were as aware and considerate as you! I love numbers 6, 7 and 8.
    I’ve never received a tip, but that is not the norm around here, on the other hand an owner who says thank you, is worth a bundle and makes my day every time!

  4. feefifoto Says:
    July 11th, 2008 at 8:46 pm

    Our dog goes to daycare about once a week, so when we went away for the weekend I boarded her there and she was thrilled. She knew people and dogs, they knew her, she knew the facility, so she felt completely comfortable.

    feefifoto’s last blog post..Now Accepting Applications For The Position Of “Grandchild”

  5. Lindsay Stordahl Says:
    July 11th, 2008 at 9:13 pm

    Yeah, tips are rare, but imagine how it would make someone feel. I used to work at a boarding kennel, and boy did we appreciate a tip when we got one.

    Annette, I checked out your site. Your facility looks great. I would totally leave Ace with you.

    Feefifoto, that’s the best, when the dog makes friends and loves to go to “camp.”

  6. Saint Lover Says:
    July 12th, 2008 at 12:26 am

    Have fun on your trip. Good tips. One thing I always suggested to people before I would board them at my old place – make sure your dog has current tags and is microchipped. Contact the microchip registry and give them an alternate contact while you are away just in case. While boarding facilities are most likely secure, there is always the chance of an accidental escape and having the tags/chip increases the chance of recovery.

  7. K9 Amiga Says:
    July 12th, 2008 at 2:55 am

    great tips : )
    its hard as hell leaving your dog, but a good kennel helps peace of mind

    K9 Amiga’s last blog post..Another Answer From the Expert

  8. KC Says:
    July 12th, 2008 at 8:00 pm

    I started my new blog about my new Great Dane puppy, and I included a link to your blog. You enjoyed my old blog, so I hope you’ll enjoy this one. I’m starting fresh with this blog after the grief of my old Dane’s death, so I have a new user name for this blog: KC.

    I often think of the 30-day challenge because my pup is in the key window of opportunity for socialization (prior to 4 months old). Before he arrived I had all kinds of ideas about taking him to lots of new places, but for this little baby it’s a major outing just to go in the front yard! EVERYTHING is new to him, and he wears out fast.

    KC’s last blog post..We got a Great Dane puppy!

  9. cozmo Says:
    July 12th, 2008 at 9:35 pm

    Great list! Definitely tour the kennel and don’t be afraid to ask questions. I learned the hard way :( Had a bad experience with a kennel some years ago. I felt so bad that I had left my dog there.

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