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Need dog boarding at the last minute? If you’re a Dogtopia doggy day care client, you’re in luck!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Life is crazy sometimes, and things like medical emergencies, business trips, and home repairs can lead to an unexpected need to board your dog.\u00a0 As soon as you bring a dog into your life, you should begin to think about contingency planning to avoid the need to look for last minute solutions.<\/span><\/p>\n

It\u2019s helpful to have a place you trust in your back pocket when you have to separate from your canine companion.<\/span><\/p>\n

As a first step in making contingency plans, you should visit dog day care facilities and <\/span>dog boarding kennels in your area<\/span><\/a> so you can make an informed and unhurried choice. By starting this process early, you\u2019ll get a feel for offerings while getting your pup used to the facility of choice.\u00a0 If you become a regular doggie daycare client, your dog will be socialized and used to the surroundings, as well as likely being \u2018first in line\u2019 when you need to board them at the same facility.<\/span><\/p>\n

Some tips to ensure you\u2019re picking the right dog boarding kennel:<\/span><\/p>\n

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  1. The nose knows:\u00a0 if you smell a strong doggy aroma at the facility, you should steer clear.\u00a0 Why?\u00a0 Because the best facilities have special ventilation systems that keep the air clean and fresh.<\/span><\/li>\n
  2. Take a tour.\u00a0 If the facility won\u2019t provide a full tour or the areas the where the dogs sleep, play and eat, don\u2019t book there.\u00a0 Note that all <\/span>Dogtopia locations<\/span><\/a> provide facility tours at any time, so feel free to call us or stop in at any of our locations.<\/span><\/li>\n
  3. Reasonable temperatures should be expected.\u00a0 Think of your dog and their comfort level with heat or cold, and if the facility is either too hot or too cold for comfort, pick another.<\/span><\/li>\n
  4. Large playrooms are a must when selecting open-play dog boarding facilities.\u00a0 This gives dogs room to run and prevents socialization issues tied to overcrowding.<\/span><\/li>\n
  5. Sleep space is of particular importance.\u00a0 Many dogs benefit from a crate, and our dog boarding kennels are equipped with large crates to accommodate our overnight guests.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    By touring and assessing, you\u2019ll know which dog boarding facilities are the best fit for your beloved pet, and most owners find it extremely helpful to have a place they trust on speed dial when they need to board their dog overnight on short notice.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    Of particular importance when making contingency plans:\u00a0 make sure your dog is current on all of their shots!\u00a0 All reputable and responsible boarding and dog day care providers will ask you about your dog’s vaccinations and will require proof of certain shots.\u00a0 If you\u2019re not current, you will not be able to board your dog!\u00a0 This protects all dog guests from exposure to dangerous diseases, and should be a high priority item on every dog owners list.<\/span><\/p>\n

    If you take the above precautions, the next time something urgent comes up that requires you to leave your canine companion behind, you\u2019ll be prepared and stress-free.\u00a0 If you\u2019re a Dogtopia <\/span>dog day care<\/span><\/a> client, you can rest assured that your pup is going to be happy & safe while you\u2019re away.\u00a0 Keep the goodbyes short and sweet and you may come back and find that your dog enjoyed his “vacation” just as much as you did!<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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