When You Are Going On Vacation: Preparing Your Pet For An Extended Stay At A Dog Boarding Facility

If you have been worried about boarding your pet, there are a number of ways you can make an extended stay at a boarding facility easier on your dog. When you are getting ready to go on vacation, you will be able to relax when you know that your dog is happy where they are staying. A few months prior to your vacation, you can begin getting your dog used to the place where they will be boarding by taking your dog there for visits. You can try an overnight or weekend stay to get your pet familiar with the facility. Talk with various dog boarding places to see what is available for your pet while you are away.

Allow Your Pet to Visit the Facility

Taking your pet to visit the facility is one of the best ways to help your pet feel comfortable with boarding. Some pet boarding facilities even offer daycare, which is a great way to slowly get your pet used to being around other dogs in the boarding environment. If you are going away for a weekend, use the boarding facility instead of a friend or family member, and your pet will begin to see the dog boarding facility as a place to get their own vacation.

Bring Comfort Items for Your Pet

A favorite dog bed, chew toy, and other comfort items will do wonders for your pet while you are away. Each time you have your pet stay at the facility, you can bring these comfort items so that they get used to having the items everywhere they go. 

If You Aren't Comfortable with a Facility, Change It

There are times when you may not feel comfortable with a dog boarding facility, and you have every right to look for a new place to board your dog. If you don't feel at ease with those who are working there, you probably won't feel relaxed about leaving your dog there for an extended stay. Take your time to do research on the various facilities in your area so that you can find a dog boarding place that you love.

When you are leaving for a vacation, the last thing you want to worry about is where your dog is going to stay. Talk with the owner of the facility, and if you like the place, start transitioning your dog with short stays. When you feel comfortable where your dog is going to be, you will be able to relax on vacation.