If you're going away for a couple of days or more and have no one to leave your beloved pet dog with, you can deposit your four-legged friend to a boarding kennel. While your friends and neighbors may be capable, they may not have the experience or the time freedom to properly look after your pet, especially if you are going on a longer trip. Pet dogs demand a lot of time and attention. It is not enough that they are fed regularly—they also need daily exercise so their excess energy can be expended, keeping them from being overly giddy indoors. Professional pet sitters in a boarding kennel can help make sure that your pet gets their daily walk/exercise, playtime, and proper care. When choosing a Chapel Hill boarding kennel, keep in mind the following guidelines:
Choose a kennel that comes highly recommended by friends and professionals (your veterinarian, dog trainer, or animal shelter). This way, you can be sure that the kennel you choose truly offers quality care.
During your visit, look for sufficient ventilation, lighting, comfortable temperature, and cleanliness. You don't want to add to the stress that your pet is feeling by leaving him/her in an uncomfortable, disorganized environment. Sanitation is also an important factor, so your pet can avoid catching the disease from other kenneled pets.
Test the staff's knowledge by asking questions. This way, you can be sure that your pet is in good, able, and caring hands.
Look for a boarding kennel with strict vaccination requirements. This way, you protect your dog and other dogs from contact and airborne diseases.
Find a facility with proper exercise areas and adequately sized kennels. Ask about their daily exercise schedule to make sure that your pet will be getting proper physical activity on a daily basis while you are gone. While there, check if outdoor running and exercise areas are protected from outside elements like wind, rain, and snow.
If the facility is also a cattery, make sure that cats are housed away from dogs.
Choose a facility that accommodates special diet requirements and feeding schedules according the individual needs of your pet.
Ideally, you should also opt for a facility that offers its own grooming and veterinary services to make sure your pet's overall well being and health is well taken care of.
About The Author:
This article was written by Thomas West, Vice President of Country Inn Kennel and Cattery. Country Inn Kennel and Cattery is a family owned and operated boarding kennel in Chapel Hill, NC. They provide boarding and grooming services for dogs and cats, throughout in Chapel Hill and neighboring towns.
