[MyFairLacy]

Originally Posted by amandawash

I see your side of it as well. However, it seems extremely common practice for boarding places to only take the dogs out 2x per day. Of course I don't agree with that, and ended up not taking Ranger to any of the boarding operations here due to that reason. But, I was aware of this as I called and asked TONS of them numerous questions- which is what you are supposed to do so you are not surprised at the end. Bottom line is most boarding facilities- including vets offices- offer the minimum care, which most of us don't feel is anywhere near suitable for our babies.

I ended up finding this spectacular woman who offers a "dog camp" type situation, for little dogs only. They spend the nights in their crates, but the rest of the day they are in her house with her wonderful family.

ASK QUESTIONS before you board your pet. Find out EXACTLY what services they will be offering. I would also ask for references from other boarders, and make sure they show you the facility prior to dropping your pet off.

I am sorry to create controversy, I just think vets get the short end of the stick many times. Sorry guys, Amanda

I think you and I are coming from the same place here. It's not that we think minimal care is okay (obviously not because we both have said we won't leave our dogs at places like that). I think the lesson we are trying to get across in this thread is to not assume your dogs will be cared for in a certain way. Always ask questions and let your preferences be known.

What gets me is that people call boarding facilities and the first thing out of their mouth is "How much do you charge to board a dog?" That's all they care about??? I have a TON of questions I ask before I even consider asking about the cost... and who cares how much is costs if you get quality care.

Anyway, again...always ask questions so that you will know what a boarding facility does and does not do