i want to leave my maltese but i hear they get traumatized!
2006-10-23 01:53:23 · 13 answers · asked by joelle s 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
With different types of kennels it's not a good idea to leave them there sometimes they get traumatized, left alone for hours so they become scared and frightened, fat, lazy, get diseases etc.
2006-10-23 02:09:59 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋
The right kennel can be a good experience for you beloved pet and the wrong one will have the potential to be traumetizing.
My brother in law leave his dogs at this one particular kennel, the prices are reasonable and they love going there.
Definitely research a kennel you are considering, ask to see the facilities. Get references and talk to others who use this kennel as well. There are good kennels out there, but it's possible they will come with a higher price tag as they are giving a little more for your pets.
2006-10-23 09:49:27 · answer #2 · answered by Shadow's Melon 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
As someone that owned a kennels for many years, I can tell you that it "depends". While it is true that not all kennels are equal with there being both good and bad ones, not all dogs were created equal either. Only the owner can (with a rational eye) evaluate their pet and know what problems it can likely encounter in a boarding environment. Some dog absolutlly love being around other dogs and other people, while others will withdraw into a shell of anxioty.
2006-10-23 09:42:33 · answer #3 · answered by tom l 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
My best advice: visit the kennel that you are considering leaving him at, any reputable kennel will welcome your visit and any questions that you may have, check out the staff, are they friendly, polite, like dogs?. Also important: ask what kind of dog food they feed, if it is not what your dog is fed, ask to bring your own, it will be much easier on your dogs digestive tract if he eats what he is used to eating normally, any reputable kennel will be happy to provide him with his food from home. Ask if you can bring some of his toys and his bed. Make sure all of his vaccines are up to date prior to his boarding-most kennels require written proof from your vet for Rabies, Distemper and Kennel Cough also known as Bordetella, please note-the kennel requires these vaccinations for the safety of your pet as well as others. Like I mentioned before, any reputable kennel will welcome your visit and give you a tour of the facility. One last thing, if your dog has never boarded before, I would recommend either dropping him off for a day stay a couple of times just to get him used to it, or maybe an overnight just to see how he does with that, before leaving him for more than a weekend. Some dogs kennel well and others do not.
2006-10-23 19:57:33 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You REALLY need to do some research before putting him in a kennel - they are not all equal!
I had to put my dog in a kennel (emergency situation) and when I picked him up 1 1/2 days later, the first thing he did was pee. For about 3 minutes!!! It turned out that there was no walking or outside area for the animals to get exercise, etc.
But 2 years later, I put him in a kennel in order to go on vacation, and made sure that I did my homework. Lovely country kennel, with play area and walking. When I picked him up, he was energetic and happy...!
2006-10-23 08:59:05 · answer #5 · answered by diney2u 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
if u are travelling and in a position where the dog cannot go---either live with a trusted friend or what other choice do u have but the kennel.
I place my dog with the kennel where she gets out 4x a day and I can pay a little extra money and they will play with her outside for 20 min. well worth it if dog will be there say for a week instead of just a couple of days. Just make sure u are up to date on shots and bortadella.
2006-10-23 10:42:35 · answer #6 · answered by sunbun 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This is a really tough one. There are some great boarders out there, and then there are some horrible ones. I will run quickly through both. I had a daycare/boarder in Atlanta that I loved. They gave each dog that stayed with them great attention. The dogs went into their daycare program to get 5 hours of supervised play a day with other dogs, nap time, and a snack time. My dog has food allergies, and at that time he was on oral medicine. They could handle both. I found this place through recomendation and was very happy. Then I moved for work. Locally I found a vet, and did the tour. They had a walking area and were very clean. They had runs for the dog so he was not so cramped. I left him there, and it was a nightmare. The first thing he did when I picked him up was pee for a very long time. He was lethargic on the ride home. His coat was dull and eyes irritated (symptoms of his food allergy, they did not feed him right). When he got home he drank a full bowl of water and went to bed. Never again there. So I found a place that I thought was good. They had a run and played and all was good. Well I had to board my wife's cats too. One of her cats is not very friendly. This place drugged the cat and then tried to cover it up. They also tried to charge me over double for him after we got back (with no advance warning even though we told them he was a difficult cat). They finally admitted to the drugging and gave a refund. Obviously never there too.
The moral of the story is that it is really easy to get a really bad boarder (cat or dog). I did my homework, toured the facility, but was still fooled. They will put forward a good face for you, but it is how they treat the pets, not the facility that really matters. If you can find someone local that has used a place they recomend I would try to find it. Even if you have to pay more, the peace of mind is worth it. You can also pay to have a service come into your home and take care of them. This is good because they can get the mail too, and your dog stays in familar settings. Just an idea. Good luck.
2006-10-23 09:20:11 · answer #7 · answered by Craig B 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I agree, you have to really check out the kennel you intend on leaving your pets in. We have had some great experiences and some "not so good"!
I'd start with my vet and ask them. We almost never boarded our pets because we took them with us (in our motor home) but there are times when you can't avoid it.
Most responsible kennels will take you on a tour if you ask. Make sure it's clean and comfortable for your pets. I'd look around (a lot) before I had to use one!
Good luck.
2006-10-23 09:05:03 · answer #8 · answered by Mugsy's Place 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No, don't do that!
especially with a lovely maltese.. he is a very good companion so don't treat him in a bad way..
don't you know someone that can take care of him while you're away (hoping that you do not want to abandon him..)?
or don't you know someone that can tell you about a good dog-sitter?
and, if not, there are some pensions here that treat animals in a better way..
if you go in a kennel you can easily understand what I mean..
I went there just once and I cried.. :(
So continue with giving love to your beautiful maltese! :)
2006-10-23 09:02:32 · answer #9 · answered by monica 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I often kennel my dogs and they are none the worse for it. In fact, they get really excited when we get there and are trying to pull me over the threshold before I can sign them in!
Do check with other dog owners to find a good establishment, and DON'T use one that doesn't ask you for a certificate of vaccination.
Although I love my dogs and would never hurt them, they are, after all, just dogs and if you need them to go to kennels then do so.
Good luck.
2006-10-23 10:27:53 · answer #10 · answered by Hilary Y 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋