Where to Leave a Dog While on Vacation

It can be difficult leaving your dog while you're on vacation, and may not be sure where to leave your pup to make sure they get the care they need. Today, our Milledgeville vets offer some advice on what to do with your dog while you travel.

Where to Leave Your Dog While on Vacation

We know that deciding where to leave your four-legged friend while you're on vacation or away from home can be a difficult decision. Whether you are heading out on vacation for a couple of weeks, or away on a business trip for a couple of days, you will need to find appropriate care for your dog.

Doing a little research into the options available near you, and what features each service offers, can help to make your decision easier.

Dog Boarding Facilities

Today's pet boarding facilities offer a range of services, with clean kennels and lots of love and attention.

Services range from pet spas and doggie summer camps to medical boarding for pups who need extra love and attention, with price points that range from extravagant to affordable.

If you are in the process of deciding which boarding facility to take your dog to, be sure to check out a few different places in your area to find a facility that best suits the needs of your pet, and your wallet.

Features of Dog Boarding Facilities

Price is typically a good indicator of the level of service provided at a given dog boarding facility. If your pooch will be treated to luxurious hotel-like spaces with comfy sofas to lounge on and a tv to watch, you're going to pay more than you would to board your dog at a standard facility with roomy crates and fenced dog runs.

If you want your dog to enjoy an active adventure while you're traveling, a fun camp experience may be ideal. Dog camps across the country offer loads of time for your dog to explore outdoors, as well as added facilities in some cases for swimming and playing with other dogs.

Care at Boarding Facilities

Standard care at most dog boarding facilities will include:

Other Services Commonly Available

If you are looking for something a bit more special than a standard boarding facility, many facilities also offer the following services:

Hiring a Dog Sitter

When interviewing for a dog sitter be sure to request a list of references as well as a list of qualifications. How much you will pay for a pet sitter will depend upon the level of service you choose for your pet.

Dog sitters can help to protect your home by keeping your place looking lived-in to any passers-by. Hiring a live-in pet sitter will allow you to rest assured that someone is caring for your home at night.

Extra Services Available From Some Pet Sitters

If your dog requires more care than just feeding and being let out a few times a day, some pet sitters offer additional services such as:

A cheaper option for hiring a sitter would be to find a friend or family member who would be willing to look after your companion. This way your pet will be with someone familiar, likely in a familiar environment (depending on whether your sitter watches your pup at your house, or cares for them at their own house).

Boarding Your Pet at Heart of Georgia Animal Care

At Heart of Georgia Animal Care, we understand that it can be stressful to leave your dog, especially if they are ill or when they are recovering from a procedure or surgery.

Our goal is to put help put your mind at ease by providing your dog with the care they need while you're away. We provide complete boarding services for pets including dogs and cats who require medication and/or monitoring.

Our Milledgeville dog boarding facility provides:

Note: The advice provided in this post is intended for informational purposes and does not constitute medical advice regarding pets. For an accurate diagnosis of your pet's condition, please make an appointment with your vet.

Are you going on vacation and are in search of a welcoming place for your dog? Contact our Milledgeville vets today to learn more about boarding your canine companion with our caring staff.