Some time in the summer I'm going to mexico and I dont know were to leave my dog for two weeks and I dont trust my family to let them take care of her
2007-03-05 10:13:51 · 15 answers · asked by Jessica B 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
I would say look around for a boarding facility that has a veterinarian on staff and also has a comfortable atmosphere.
THEY DO EXSIST.
The reason that I recc. a veterinarian on staff is because, if something CAN happen, it usually does.
Dogs, especially if this is their first boarding experience can get stressed out and get diarrhea, not eat, etc. Sometimes that can be contributed to the facility itself.
Go around and ask to see where your pet would be staying, ask about vaccination policy, ( distemper, rabies, and bordatella) , parasite policy ,should be required for all boarders at the least.
If they are not willing to show you all the places you pet will be, ( yards, kennels, etc) ....then move on. Your nose will also tell you a lot about a facility...if it smells dirty, it most likely is.
Ask about extras as well, bathing, grooming, extra playtimes. Just because you're on vacation doesn't mean your pet should feel punished.
Check out the American Boarding Kennal Association as well.
They can give you numbers to their members int he area.
2007-03-05 10:42:51 · answer #1 · answered by tragedys_kiss 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Find a place to board her.
First step is locating the boarding kennels in your area. If you have a printed copy of the Yellow Pages in your home, start there. Boarding should be under Pet Services along with groomers and pet sitters. If you don't have the Yellow Pages at home, look on the YellowPages.com website.
Second step is to visit the boarding kennel and ask to take a tour. This is best done by coming by during normal hours unannounced, and asking whether you can get some information (most will have a pamphlet detailing cost and services), and whether you can see the facilities. I would be very leery of any place that does not let you take a tour - that's always suspicious.
If you get to take a tour, check how the dog's are kept: are there feces in the cages? Are food and water dishes empty? Is it dirty? Does it smell? All of those should be considered warning signs. A well-kept kennel with a staff will not be dirty, reeking of dogs, or have empty water dishes. A facility that requires dogs should be bathed before going home is either not cleaned often, or the conditions are too cramped.
Choose the facility you feel most comfortable with.
2007-03-05 10:21:34 · answer #2 · answered by Abby K9 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Our tiny community of only 6,000 people has/supports 4 dog boarding kennels. So, I am sure there would be one near you..If you email me your city/town, I can find them for you..Or do an online search for 'pet boarding', (with your zip code) The kennel where I work part time charges $14-$18 per day..the others facilities charge a couple of dollars more, so shop around..Be sure to spend an hour at the kennel to check them out before you decide to leave your dog with them..You are looking for happy dogs, and kind attitudes from staff..Also, cleanliness, and play time each day...All of our dogs drag their owners to our door...they love it! Lots of toys, games and companionship..
Many boarding kennels even have web-cams running, so you can see your dog any time you get online.
2007-03-05 10:20:02 · answer #3 · answered by Chetco 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
A reputable Dog Boarding Facility. Ask your veterinarian for a reference (s) and go take a tour of each facility. Any good facility will give you a tour. Also ask what the vaccination requirements are for boarding, most facilities such as ours require a Vaccination Certificate from your veterinarian stating that your dog is up to date on his/her Rabies, Distemper and Kennel Cough vaccines. Good Luck.
2007-03-05 10:21:07 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Do you have a good vet.? My vet. is great and they will let me board my dog while on vacation for a small fee and I trust them fully. You might ask them if they do that. I know it's tough leaving your friend when you have to travel. You're right, you can't just trust anyone. Good Luck!
2007-03-05 10:20:09 · answer #5 · answered by Regina 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
There are boarding kennels,, that offer different services for keeping your dogs. They are not cheap. Or ask your vet whom they would recommend. Or if they board animals while their owners are on vacation. I know that ours does that But I do not know what they charge. So start doing your homework now and it will be well worth it when you take your vacation later.
2007-03-05 10:19:04 · answer #6 · answered by sassy 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Go to www.google.com and type in "long term pet boarding" and your city, State. There may be certain vaccinations that your dog may need so check that too.
2007-03-05 10:22:44 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Leave your dog at home, and ask a friend to go by everyday to feed it, check on it, let it out ect.
2007-03-05 12:05:28 · answer #8 · answered by emily 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
kennels is the best bet as they will have legal coverage for your dog should anything go wrong................
Is it not possible for your dog to go with you? Honestly dont now the rules and regs, but is it possible at all
Regards
2007-03-05 10:18:01 · answer #9 · answered by candy g 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i recommend to find Pet sitter, who comes to your home. have him(her) come over to see, if your dog likes him(her). we do that with our dogs and birds. we trust our pet sitter & the animals like her.get some references too, if possible. i don't like to take my babies to a kennel or something of that nature. try that and your dog will be happy to be at his home while he is being taking care off.
2007-03-05 10:33:33 · answer #10 · answered by ladybird6339 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋