Before you board your dog, make sure you’ve done your homework – and we’ve made it easy for you with this list of helpful dos and don’ts
Boarding your dog can be a stressful time for both you and your pooch. Nobody likes to leave their four-legged friend behind when they go away, but sometimes it’s necessary. Just as long as you put a little thought and effort in, the process shouldn’t be too painful and you can enjoy your time away without worrying about your darling dog.
DO: Plan ahead.
DO: Check licenses and references.
DO: Pack for your pooch.
DO: Think about dinner time.
DO: Make sure you can be in contact with the kennel.
DON’T: Forget to specify your dog’s needs.
DON’T: Have a tearful goodbye.
DON’T: Forget to bring any documentation.
DON’T: Board a dog who’s unwell.
And if you want to make sure your dog feels at home at the boarding facility, you can do what this over-the-top dog dad did for his Bulldog – watch the awesome video below!
Lauren Corona is a freelance writer from merry old England. She specializes in writing about dogs and other critters. Lauren lives near Oxford, with her gorgeous Doberman, Nola. When she’s not tapping away at the keyboard, you’ll find her walking in the woods with Nola-dog, raising money for the Oxfordshire Animal Sanctuary, cooking vegan food, making zines and writing about herself in the third person.
