What should I do? Kennel or Dog sitter?

[IWAY]

Plumeria-we do love animals, I have co workers who either can't have pets for a variety of reasons or just love the variety of pets that come in.

John Stelting- any good boarding facility DOES NOT put pets on a cold concrete floor! We can never take the place of our clients families- but we are constantly checking on them,playing and just giving a hug all day long in between our other duties. When my clients come through the door they become "my" furkids" and will be spoiled accordingly!

[AmyChristine]

Would it be possible to take her to the puppy spa for a 1/2 day to see how she does? I know some dogs who really love it, they go for doggy daycare and are so happy at the end of the day. Maddie has some SA, but does alot better if she has other dogs to play with.

[IloveGizzy]

If I were you I would try finding a sitter. Poor Gizzy had the worst Kennel experience... The little guy was so depressed and so out of his element that he barely ate when we were away and of course I called the kennel twice or more a day to check on him and the assured me everything was ok....they just wanted the money....Boy did I raise hell when I picked him up... I knew they weren't taking him out regularly because he peed in his bed and everyone knows that a dog...especially a yorkie won't pee in the spot where he/she sleeps!!! AHHHHHHHH getting hot in the face thinking about it!

[Robin Lodal]

Originally Posted by RDB911

Thanks for the advice.

Im going to start looking for a sitter or a friend in the area...

I agree she may feel more secure in her own surroundings.

I will be traveling to China - Shanghai to be exact. Very excited as this is my first trip outside of the US.

I bet you are excited about your trip! I went to China in 2004 for 6 weeks and I had a hard time adjusting but I grew to love it. Its just so different there! I spent most of my time in Shanghai and then a little less than a week in Beijing. You will have to share pictures when you get back.

As for kenneling/finding someone come to your home... we are in that same situation right now. Where we have 4, its difficult to travel (even on a day trip) and sometimes it would be less stressful to take them (especially if its to someone's house who is not a big fan of furry ones). Last year on vacation (when we just had 2) we had friends take care of them (at their apartment) but I think they got stressed out (they had just gotten a new puppy) having 3 so.... the hunt is on again. We then found another sitter but they already have 3 inside dogs and adding 4 more (making 7 PLUS they have 7 kids under the age of 12) makes for a very busy and full house and the dad just wasn't having it. So.... yeah... we may have to split them up (Dozer and then keep the little ones together) when going out of town for a long time b/c its a lot to ask someone to keep 4 (even if you are paying them)...

[RDB911]

Thanks everyone!

To make it an easy transition for Lola I will have a sitter/friend stay at my house with her and keep her on the same routine we have been on for the last few months.

Lola has also been difficult to house train like most of our yorkies and I don’t want to ruin what we have going. Shes been doing so well with the pad outside on the deck if I was to send her to a kennel she may revert back to peeing on the carpet.

Thanks again for all the great advice

[EllaJade]

I think 10 days is a lot for a kennel, but people have to do what they have to do. Ella goes to doggie day camp and loves it! Plus, all the other dogs are crying in their cage when it's 'nap time,' so I don't feel as bad. haha

So while a kennel isn't a bad choice, glad you found someone that can stay at your house. Have a great time!!

[Plumeria]

Originally Posted by John Stelting

How would you like to have to sleep in a strange place on cold concrete away from all your loved ones?

Nuf said.

Yep....what he said....

I'm lucky to have my son who is willing to stay here....but I do understand that some folks may not have the choice.

[BonBon]

Originally Posted by RDB911

Thanks everyone!

To make it an easy transition for Lola I will have a sitter/friend stay at my house with her and keep her on the same routine we have been on for the last few months.

Lola has also been difficult to house train like most of our yorkies and I don’t want to ruin what we have going. Shes been doing so well with the pad outside on the deck if I was to send her to a kennel she may revert back to peeing on the carpet.

Thanks again for all the great advice

That sounds perfect. I hope you have a wonderful trip!

[Tanya2009]

nice to see all the different inputs.
a lot to consider .

[Plumeria]

Originally Posted by RDB911

Thanks everyone!

To make it an easy transition for Lola I will have a sitter/friend stay at my house with her and keep her on the same routine we have been on for the last few months.

Lola has also been difficult to house train like most of our yorkies and I don’t want to ruin what we have going. Shes been doing so well with the pad outside on the deck if I was to send her to a kennel she may revert back to peeing on the carpet.

Thanks again for all the great advice

I am soooooo happy!!! Jazzi went to the pup patch and did BIG potty!!!! Took her outside as soon as I got home from work and she did TT potty....but BIG potty has been a problem....never knew where in the house you would find it!!!! EWWWWW>>>>>>

So I am very excited right now....sending hubby an email so he can celebrate with us!!!! Two treats this time for Jazz!!! YEA!!!! Hope it's not short lived....hope it wasn't just a fluke....so praying she got it in her head what to do!!! Whoopie!!!!:yay_j ump:

[Plumeria]

Originally Posted by Tanya2009

nice to see all the different inputs.
a lot to consider .

this is the best forum I have found to learn about Yorkies....I had no clues when I got her but I have learned a lot from these folks.