Pet Vacations

Allow plenty of time to deliver your pet to the kennels so you are not in a last minute panic and pushed for time. Otherwise, your stress will be communicated to your pet and it is better if he leaves you when you are relaxed and happy.

Take a written or typed list of your pet’s ailments, medications, food intake and other special requirements.

Be sure your pets are up to date on all vaccinations. Last minute vet trips can only add stress to your pet.

Take a few extra days supply of your pet’s normal food, together with your pet’s own bedding (unwashed), favorite toy, chews and treats.

Take something that smells like home. This will help the pet settle in.

When you leave, try to be jolly and matter of fact, rather than consoling, so your dog thinks there is nothing to worry about.

A young dog may benefit from a few days in a kennel ever so often early in life so they get used to the experience and find it easier to cope with a longer stay.