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- What is doggy daycare?
Doggy daycare is similar to a childrens daycare, your pup is dropped off in the morning, and picked up in the evening, they have a day filled with activites including naptime, and snacktime just like at a regular daycare.
- What is the process for admission to daycare?
Each dog will be screened prior to daycare, they will undergo a temperament test and placed in a suitable playgroup based on their size and personality. All dogs must be up to date with shots, and spayed or neutered if over the age of 6 months.
- Can my puppy come to daycare?
Yes, we do accept puppies, however, they must have there age appropriate vaccines.
- What if I can't pick up my dog before closing time?
Please let us know ahead of time and special arrangements can be made.
- Q: Is it true my dog can get Kennel Cough (Bordatellosis) in a facility like yours?
We wish we could say it never happens, but unfortunately, it does very infrequently. We take every precaution to prevent this virus in our facility. Although we adhere strictly to the requirement that each dog be properly vaccinated against Bordatella AND follow a stringent and ongoing cleaning process, Kennel Cough may still occur.
Even in the most hygienic, well-ventilated, spacious kennels the possibility of a dog acquiring Kennel Cough exists. Kennel Cough can be acquired from your neighbor's dog, from a champion show dog at a dog show, from the animal hospital where your dog just received his shots or was treated for a cut paw... There may have been an infected dog, unknown to anyone, that acted as a source for other dogs. Infected dogs can spread the organisms for days to weeks even after seeming to have fully recovered!
Most at risk for Kennel Cough are young dogs (under 1 year), senior dogs, and dogs who are recovering from an injury or surgery or otherwise have a compromised immune system.
For more information on Kennel Cough, visit:
http://www.thepetcenter.com/gen/kenc.html
For more information about Canine Influenza (the 'dog flu'), visit:
http://www.thepetcenter.com/gen/canineinfluenza.html
or
http://seattlepi.nwsource.com/local/241734_dogflu22.html
- What can I expect from my dog after she has boarded with you?
Your dog will be excited to see you! But once she gets home, she may act very tired or sleep more than usual. Don't worry! This is quite common. Remember, your dog spent each day here romping and playing with others - likely engaging in more activity than usual. Think of spending a week at the gym! And like us, she may be a little sore and in need of some rest. As many owners have told us, it only takes a day or two and their dog is back to normal. Allow your dog to rest up quietly and enjoy the time to cuddle up with your special friend!
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