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For most dog owners there will come a time when you will travel and can not bring your four legged family member with you. There are many different kinds of boarding facilities available, and it is important to find the right environment for your pet. As you look around there are some questions you should ask before you bring your dog to stay.
Find out where they will be staying. The best way to get an idea of what the environment is like and to see where the dog will be kept is to ask for a tour. Make sure that is it clean and does not smell like dog urine or feces. If they are going to be crated make sure the cages are kept clean as well.
If you don’t like the idea of your dog being caged look in to other options. There are some kennel owners who run them out of their homes and don’t keep the dogs in cages. Check to make sure the areas where the dogs will be is kept clean as well.
Find out what kind of exercise your dog will get. Are the kept crated for most of the day? You want to make sure that they will get regular walks and exercise. Many boarding facilities also offer doggie daycare. These types of kennels can offer your dog all day play with other dogs and are a great way to keep them active while you are gone.
Bringing your own food is often better for your dog since changing their food can cause diarrhea. Find out if you can bring your own before dropping off your pet.
