It’s a common scenario these days–a family books a long-awaited trip but there’s only one snag: What to do with their furry family member while they’re gone?
Leaving your fur baby at a dog kennel is a perfect solution! At Barkansas, we will strive to make your dog feel like they’re on a vacation of their own by giving them lots of playtime and exercise, plus plenty of one-on-one attention.
But before you drop your sweet pup off for a multi-night stay, there are definitely some things you can do to make the experience better.
- Make sure vaccines are up to date! At Barkansas, we ask that all vaccines are given at least 2 weeks prior to attending, so you’ll need to plan ahead!
- If your dog doesn’t currently spend any time in a crate and isn’t used to being confined at all, you might want to practice crate training or just confining them to a small room like a bathroom or laundry room for a short time each day. Although we will play outside as much as possible, your dog will be in a kennel overnight and during rest times. This can be somewhat of a shock to a dog not used to being confined.
- If your dog tends to be anxious in new situations, you might consider bringing them out for at least one daycare day prior to boarding. This will allow your dog to be familiar with us and with the kennel–and will also help them to understand that you’re coming back for them!
- Bring a familiar bed or blanket from home.
- Make your goodbyes on drop off day quick and upbeat! Your dog knows you well and if you seem especially upset or stressed, it can impact them! Try not to feel guilty for leaving them–they will have fun, be well cared for, and will be ready for a happy reunion with you upon your return!
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