Dog Boarding

All pets must be up-to-date on their rabies, distemper, and bordetella vaccines. Proof of vaccine administration date or expiration date on veterinary receipt required.

We recommend all pets visit us before they stay so they are comfortable with the new boarding environment. We offer a Happy Visit for nonsocial dogs to stay for half a day. They will receive a walk with our handlers, lots of pets and love, and a chance to try out our in-and-out runs. The half day is completely free!

We interview all dogs that come into the K9 Rec Center. The boarding interview tests your pet's temperament with human handlers. This tells our handlers how hands on they can be with your pet. Please be sure to arrive about an hour before your pet's boarding visit to complete necessary paperwork and the interview. This interview is completed for all daycare dog's during the daycare interview.

You should bring their food, any necessary medication or supplements in their original bottle with the quantity visible, treats if desired, a couple toys, a bed or blanket if you would like, and a t-shirt that smells like you. Please keep in mind that pets can become bored or stressed when alone in the run and may destroy any of the provided objects.

Per the AKC, Kennel Cough (also known as canine infectious tracheobronchitis) is a highly contagious respiratory disease. Dogs commonly contract kennel cough at places where large amounts of canines congregate, such as boarding and daycare facilities, dog parks, training groups, and dog shows. Dogs can spread it to one another through airborne droplets, direct contact (e.g., touching noses), or contaminated surfaces (including water/food bowls). It’s highly treatable in most dogs but can be more severe in puppies younger than six months of age and immunocompromised dogs (https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/kennel-cough-symptoms-treatment-and-prevention/)

For the safety of other pets, please do not bring your dog to daycare or boarding if they are showing symptoms of Canine Cough or have any other transmittable illness.

The K9 Rec Center has kibble available in case of emergencies. We always recommend you bring extra kibble in case you cannot make it back by their scheduled pick up date. A good way to make sure your pet has enough food for their stay (plus some extra) is to bag each meal in a separate bag or container. If you pre-bag, please do not put any medications or supplements in the bag. These must come in their original containers.