It’s that time of year again when many Boston area schools are on their week-long breaks — a time during which families have the chance to go on a vacation to get away from the Northeast weather. Some look to the big bear pet friendly cabins to bring their beloved animals along, but sometimes that just isn’t possible. Some vacations just aren’t meant for dogs to be a part of, which of course is a shame, but it is nice to know you can still enjoy some pet-free time. When you are splashing out on activities such as helicopter rides, booked on a website like Jettly perhaps, there is, unfortunately, no room for your furry friend and therefore boarding is the way to go! This way, both you and your dog can have an exciting vacation.
But what happens to your feline or canine friend while your family is away? You don’t want to give up on looking to search holiday homes all over the world, so there has to be an option for your pet. Perhaps you know that girl down the street who watches your neighbor’s dog, but you aren’t sure if she’ll be reliable. Don’t fret anymore about finding a pet sitter while you’re away. Instead, choose pet boarding! Here are just a few benefits to consider.
- Your home won’t be destroyed. If you’ve learned just one thing about your pet, it’s that you just can’t trust them while your away even for a few hours, let alone an entire week. Don’t let fido chew the decorative pillows or scratch the door to the backyard again.
- Kennels are much safer than your home. Sure, you’ve set the alarm and the exterior cameras are strategically placed, but there’s always going to be that “what if” thought going through your mind as soon as you get in the car. Don’t risk it and choose a kennel instead — they’re much safer. When you are at home, then looking at backyard Dog Kennels for them when they are safe with you, is a good idea.
- Professional medical care. Do you have an older pet that needs daily medication? Your neighbor may have good intentions, but you should really leave the medical stuff to highly qualified staff at a kennel. At Canine College, Bow Wow Resort, our staff is trained to administer medicine.
- Plenty of food & exercise. One of the downsides to in-home pet sitting is that the person taking care of your pet won’t be there all day. In fact, the average visit a pet-sitter makes to a home is around 30 minutes. At a kennel, your pet will be fed and walked on a consistent basis.
- They’ll have plenty of playmates. Because a pet sitter won’t always be at your home all day, a kennel is a great option for very active, social dogs and cats. You can also opt for day care benefits and training classes for an extra fee that will keep your dog busy throughout your vacation.
We understand that it’s a tough call to make when it comes to determining what is best for your pet while you’re away, so we invite you to contact us today so we can answer any questions you might have about our facilities!
