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Boarding Your Anxious Dog For The First Time? 3 Ways To Secure A Good Stay

Bringing your dog to a boarding kennel can be a necessity when you have a long trip coming up, but you may be nervous about how your dog will do to due to being in an unfamiliar environment like a boarding kennel. If your dog is particularly anxious and has never stayed in a boarding kennel in the past, it can become even more difficult for you to make sure that your dog is comfortable.

Instead of bringing your dog to a boarding kennel without much preparation, consider the following tips that will help ensure that your dog will have a much more positive experience.

Do a Temperament Test to Determine Problems

If you've never brought your dog to a boarding kennel before, it can be difficult to know how your dog will handle being in a new place surrounded by other dogs. An easy way to get an idea of what to share with the kennel attendant is to do a temperament test. This includes testing how the dog reacts when somebody puts their hand near their food bowl or if they are exposed to another dog.

Doing this ahead of time can help prepare you for bringing them to a kennel without any issues since you'll know what issues to inform the kennel attendant of.

Look for Kennels Suitable for Solitary Dogs

While many kennels accommodate dogs by providing them with a large playgroup, this may not be a good fit for your dog if they don't do well with other dogs. If this is the case, you'll want to prioritize kennels that are more suitable for solitary dogs. Choosing a kennel that is a good fit for dogs that like to be alone can ensure that your dog can still get one-on-one playtime with an attendant and be kept far away from dogs that can be a problem.

Get Advice From a Veterinarian in Advance

Before bringing your dog to a kennel to drop them off, it's a smart idea to bring them to the vet first. Since your dog could be feeling very anxious about being in a new place, the vet may prescribe your dog with an anxiety medication so that they can feel much more at ease when they arrive at the boarding kennel.

Taking your time preparing your dog for their upcoming stay at a boarding kennel can make all the difference in ensuring that your dog isn't stressed out while you're traveling. Contact a dog boarding facility like Houston Dog Ranch for additional advice.

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Keeping My New Pets Healthy

When I inherited a few dogs from my mother, I was a little nervous about how to care for them. I was concerned about keeping them healthy and strong, so I worked hard to read more about what I needed to do each and every day. I was able to completely overhaul my daily routine to accommodate my pets, and it was really rewarding. Within about three weeks, my pets seemed happy, healthy, and strong. This blog is all about learning how to keep your new pets healthy and avoiding some of the common rookie mistakes that could make your pets sick.

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