It is always difficult to say goodbye to your beloved dog, whether you are leaving for the weekend, a few weeks, or longer. If you require boarding services, help your pet prepare for the experience. This gives your four-legged family member a better sense of what is happening so they don’t feel confused or scared for the duration of your trip.

Use the following tips to make pet boarding easier on your pooch:

• Change the Routine: Ask your pet boarding facility about their feeding and activity schedules. Change your pet’s routine to this schedule as much as possible to get them used to different meal and playtimes.
• Practice Hellos & Goodbyes: Have your pet watch you leave the house for at least a half an hour every day. Use casual body language and words to avoid upsetting the canine or getting it too excited. Stay calm when you return as well--this teaches them that you leaving and coming back is not cause for dramatic behavior.
• Try Dry Runs: Put your dog in a carrier, if they’re small enough, and walk with them to the car to get it used to travel. Try leaving the dog with your chosen pet boarding service for the day to familiarize the pet with the facility and the people who work there.
• Provide Medical & Behavioral Information: Inform your boarding service about any medications your dog needs or behavioral issues, such as problems with other dogs. This helps ensure a peaceful, fun stay for your pet.
• Visit the Vet: Schedule an appointment with your veterinarian to update your dog’s shots and check for any signs of illness or other conditions. You want your canine to be in top health before going to “boarding school.”

Provide your dog with the best boarding experience by choosing Almost Home Pet Resort. The Covington, KY, pet boarding facility has provided outstanding pet care services since 1995 and guarantees plenty of love, affection, and playtime for cats and dogs. Call (859) 356-8181 to schedule your dog’s stay or visit the website for more information. See what customers are saying about the facility on Yelp.