Comments on: Is Dog Boarding An Option When You Travel?

By: Denise

Denise — Fri, 19 Oct 2012 15:25:42 +0000

In reply to Colby. Interesting. I didn't realize they are right here in Sylmar. They sent us the cutest X-mas cards last year. We get a lot of labs but no ex-guide dogs so far.

By: Colby

Colby — Fri, 19 Oct 2012 07:32:20 +0000

In reply to Denise.

Hi Denise,

Thanks for the information! We’re actually planning on meeting with DogVacay next week! You’re not too far from Guide Dogs of America. I bet you get a few of their career change dogs from time to time.

Take care,
Colby

By: Denise

Denise — Sun, 14 Oct 2012 08:26:42 +0000

Another cage-free dog boarding alternative that is great for dogs with separation anxiety is boarding in a private home. Obviously not all home boarding facilities are going to offer the same types of services or level of care but at mine for instance, dogs are guaranteed a human companion at all times. They stay in our home as they would in yours. They have the opportunity to go on walks in our local park. We also do 5 mile hikes 4 X a week and 3 mile runs 2X a week for more active dogs. Dogs can also swim if they like. Ultimately, your dog will enjoy a doggie vacation of his own when he stays with us. I don’t mean to make this a hard sell though I’ve included my contact info at the end of this post in case you or any of your readers ever need dog boarding in Los Angeles and you don’t want to use a kennel. But I just wanted to let people know that there are other options out there when it comes to finding the right boarding facility for your dog. Before my dog passed, I had no idea there was such a thing as home boarding. I felt so guilty leaving him in the pet “resort” that we used as he was locked in a cage by himself all day and all night with the exception of 2 15 minute breaks per day. I wish I had known about home boarding back then. The dogs truly love it here. In fact, some don’t want to go home with their owners.

Anyhow here’s our info: Green Doggie Home Boarding, Granada Hills, CA. We serve the San Fernando Valley, Santa Clarita, Simi Valley, and West Los Angeles areas. (818) 517-1472 You can find us on Google Plus here: https://plus.google.com/104430441848325128883/about?hl=en

Colby, I know you asked about a national company. I believe “We Serve Pets” operates in several states on the west coast. Also, Dog Vacay (national I think) is another company that refers dog owners to individuals willing to take in doggie guests while their owners are away. I’m not sure how much time their hosts actually devote to their guests so you’d have to check to see if they are willing to provide the things that are important to you.

By: Colby

Colby — Wed, 21 Mar 2012 08:22:37 +0000

In reply to Pamela. @Pamela is the pet sitting company that you use a local or national company? If they're nationwide I'd be interested just in case I ever have to get a pet sitter for my dogs while I'm out of town.

By: Pamela

Pamela — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 23:51:12 +0000

I bring my dog with me whenever possible. I try to plan pet-friendly vacations. But when we took sailing lessons last summer, Honey was not invited. We’re lucky to have an excellent pet sitting company so that Honey can stay in her familiar setting even if we’re not home. I arranged for someone to stay at our house overnight and come in to visit Honey during the day.

She’d probably do ok in a boarding situation but I’m not crazy about getting extra vaccinations that are required.