Is boarding a dog traumatic?
Boarding can be stressful for your dog, even if it is accustomed to it. A change in diet can add to the stress on its body, possibly resulting in diarrhea or vomiting. Bringing your dog’s regular food is the best way to prevent this.
Is it normal for a dog to have diarrhea after boarding?
A great boarding facility will be very diligent with cleaning and ensuring every pet is up to date with their preventative care. In fact, a little diarrhea in the first 48 hours after returning home is actually very normal and is often simply due to the excitement that your dog feels about coming back to an environment and people that he loves.
Where can I take my Dog for a weekend?
Dogs fill our lives with joy. We’ve created a loving place with dogs’ wants and needs in mind. We offer everything your furry family member requires with award-winning dog daycare, overnight, weekend and holiday boarding, and spa services.
Why do dogs get sick when they are boarding?
It can be caused by a wide range of bacteria and viruses and is highly contagious and airborne. This means that it is very easily spread amongst dogs, particularly when there are a number of them living in close proximity to one another – such as when they are boarding.
Which is better a pet sitter or a boarding facility?
Cats are generally (but not always) happier staying at home, while many (but not all) dogs enjoy the more social atmosphere of boarding. Once you determine where your pet will be happier, check out any pet sitter or boarding facility you’re considering as if your pet’s life depends on it.
A great boarding facility will be very diligent with cleaning and ensuring every pet is up to date with their preventative care. In fact, a little diarrhea in the first 48 hours after returning home is actually very normal and is often simply due to the excitement that your dog feels about coming back to an environment and people that he loves.
Why do some dogs behave differently after boarding?
A small handful of dogs will act and behave differently after boarding with aggressive tendencies. A lot of the time this will be down to fear again. It could be down to learned behavior too. This can develop is with boarding kennels that have free running areas for the dogs to play in.
Can a dog come home from boarding unwell?
Although every care will be taken to keep your dog healthy and happy during boarding, it is simply impossible for even the most diligent of boarding facilities to provide an environment that is completely sterile. For this reason, there is still a small chance that your pet will come home from boarding unwell.
Who is the vet at Trinity animal hospital?
“We use Trinity for vet services, boarding, and grooming. The staff is very friendly and professional. Dr. Richardson and the vet techs are fantastic. All questions are answered thoroughly and fees explained. Danielle does an excellent job grooming. The facility and staff are top notch.
