Best Dog Boarding Options.

Best Dog Boarding Options.

Trusting someone to take care of your beloved pet when you go on holiday, can be daunting. It pays to have a look around and find the best care for your dog and book early. In this Holidays4Dogs article, we take a look at the best boarding options when looking for holiday care for your dog.

There are 4 main options when it comes to looking for holiday care for your pooch ;-

Family, or friends.

If your dog is already familiar with the surroundings and gets on well with the family member, or friend – this can be an ideal option. However, it is important that the family member is both confident and knowledgeable about pet care and also has the time to look after your dog.

Boarding kennels.

There are some excellent boarding kennels around that might suit some dogs. Many traditional boarding kennels establishment have upgraded to ‘luxury dog hotels’. However, many dogs might find an environment where there are lots of other dogs in the vicinity, too stressful.

House sitter.

This is when someone stays at your home to look after your pets. This is one of the more expensive options. However, sitters also provide security for your home as well and it can be a useful option if you have a multiple variety of different animals to care for.

Home-from-Home dog boarding.

In many cases, the cost difference between home-from-home boarding and traditional boarding kennels is not as much as you might think. At Holidays4Dogs we believe home boarding has so many more benefits for both dog and owner – that’s why we started the company almost 20 years ago.  

We NEVER mix dogs from different families – so dogs have one-to-one attention at all times. (Some of our carers do have a dog of their own. However, they are always temperament tested before being accepted). If you prefer a dog-free home – just let us know.

When it comes to holiday care for your dog – what would your dog prefer? A kennel, or someone’s home?

What home-from-home dog boarding might look like. A stress-free holiday with one of our lovely Holidays4Dogs carers.

What to expect from a home boarder.

*A loving family home in a stress-free environment.      *Your dog can sleep in their own bed.     *A safe, enclosed garden for your dog to roam and play in.     *24 hour one to one care from your dog’s carer.     *Carer gets to know your dog well.     *Carer will give your dog a minimum of two good walks per day.      *Lots of mental stimulation.     *Carer will quickly notice if your dog is unwell.      *Home environment hygiene standards.   *Feeding schedule and your dog’s usual routine maintained.

One of our lovely Holidays4Dogs carers with Bobby and Dai, enjoying some garden cuddles!

What you can expect if you use kennels.