Here are the comprehensive answers to pet boarding faqs
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Although top-tier pet boarding facilities provide high-quality care, pet parents may still have concerns regarding their pets or the facility. Providing them with the required information can help eliminate their concerns. Therefore, to help you understand the boarding process, we have compiled a list of frequently asked questions about pet boarding facilities.
Will My Pet Have a Dedicated Space For Sleeping And Eating?
- One of pet owners’ primary concerns when boarding their pets is whether their pet will have dedicated spaces for sleeping and eating. While some pets enjoy socializing, others prefer solitary time.
Reputable boarding facilities typically offer individual spaces for pets to rest, eat and relax. They may also provide communal areas for socialization. If your pet needs to be kept separate from others, inform the boarding facility while booking their service.
Does The Boarding Staff Administer Medicine On My Behalf?
- Pet owners may have concerns about their pets’ medical needs while boarding, especially if their pet requires medication. Reputable boarding facilities are equipped to manage pets with varying types of medication.
Discussing your pet’s medical requirements with the boarding staff before booking their service is essential to ensure they can accommodate your pet’s needs. In addition, when dropping off your pet, provide sufficient medication for a few days beyond the boarding period, along with detailed instructions on dosage and administration.
What Will Be Fed To My Pet?
- Pet nutrition is essential to their well-being, and it’s crucial to ensure that your pet’s dietary needs are met during their stay at the boarding facility. Changing a pet’s diet during boarding can cause digestive issues, so it’s best to provide the facility with your pet’s regular food.
A reputable boarding facility will feed your pet their standard brand of food, which may be what you already feed. If your pet requires a special diet, inform the boarding facility in advance so they can accommodate your pet’s needs.
What Happens if Your Pet Has a Medical Emergency?
- Although every effort is made to ensure your pet’s safety and well-being while boarding, there is always a possibility of a medical emergency, and knowing that your pet will receive appropriate care in such situations is essential.
Before boarding, they should check their protocol for handling medical emergencies. Choosing a boarding facility associated with an animal hospital can be beneficial as they have veterinarians on site to provide immediate medical attention if required.
What Do You Need To Bring While Dropping Your Pet off at Boarding?
Before dropping off your pet for boarding, you should check with the facility about the items you must bring. Typically, you will need to bring the following items:
- Proof of vaccinations and medical records for your pet
- Any medications that your pet needs, along with detailed instructions for their administration
- Your pet’s food for the duration of their stay and a few extra days
- Pet owner’s emergency contact details
- Pet’s favorite toy, food bowl, or another item.
Providing proof of up-to-date vaccinations for your pet is crucial, as most facilities do not allow a pet to board without this. This is essential for the health and well-being of all animals in the facility and to ensure the safety of the staff in case of any zoonotic diseases.
You can enjoy your vacation better when satisfied that your pet is safe and in the right hands. Autumn Trails Veterinary Center offers veterinarian-supervised, safe, convenient, and affordable pet boarding. For further information, give us a call at 434-971-9800. We can help you plan your pet’s stay.
