If you are leaving a puppy for the first time and you are worried about where to leave him, and how the pet will be when you are gone, there are some things that you want to do before you leave. To make sure that your dog is properly cared for while you are away, and that the people caring for him are prepared, be sure to do these three things for the safety of your pet and for your own peace of mind.
Interview the Boarding Facility
Don't just call around to get pricing for local dog boarding facilities. Instead, make sure that you interview the different boarding facilities in person. While there, look into these different things:
- Sleeping areas and cages
- Vaccination requirements
- Play time policy
- Areas for play
- Cost and feeding arrangements
The boarding facility may offer some of this information online or when you call, but you want to see what is going on at the building yourself, and before you arrange for your pet to stay there.
Find a Pet Hospital
You never know what can happen while you're away, and your pet could end up getting bitten, becoming sick, or have some other type of emergency that requires veterinarian treatment. You want to find a local pet hospital that you will feel comfortable with for emergency services, and request that your pet be taken to that place if anything were to happen.
Pack all the Comforts of Home
There are a lot of things that could make your pet feel more at home and less homesick while you are away. Be sure to pack a bed, pillow, toy or special item that they like, and not to try new things while you are away. Provide the care facility with their favorite brand of food, and with treats that you already know they like, so there are no digestive or eating issues while you are away.
There are a lot of different things that you want to do to prep your puppy for when you will be away, and having the pet interact with other dogs and getting used to taking direction from others is a great way to start. Talk with local dog boarding professionals in the area so you can find the right type of home for your dog while you are gone, and be sure that they are healthy and ready to mingle with other animals.
For more information or advice, contact a clinic such as Animal Emergency Clinic.
