

While you are the favorite caregiver of your dog, sometimes you need to let someone else take the reins for a little bit. When you need to take a trip that your fur baby can’t join you on, you have a few choices: pet-sitter or boarding facility. While a pet sitter allows them to stay in their home, most pet-sitters aren’t trained professionals. A boarding facility can offer that peace of mind for you. If you want a few other reasons, Prestonwood Kennels is here to share the advantages of boarding your dog with professional caregivers.
1st Advantage: Oversight
Our first benefit we’ll share is that your dog will be watched over by pros all day, everyday while you’re away. A good boarding facility will be secure, with ways to make sure that all the dogs are doing ok. Good facilities will also plan ahead on ways to keep an eye on play times, dividing dogs with varying temperaments, sizes, etc. to keep everyone safe.
2nd Advantage: Expert Care
Another key advantage to a boarding facility is that the people taking care of your pet are trained professionals in various areas. They’ve got vet techs on staff/on call, they have caregivers that know how to handle dogs of all sorts, and all staff members are trained to spot potential issues and know how to give emergency care.
3rd Advantage: Clean Stay
Something that can’t be overlooked is the standard of cleanliness in a quality boarding facility. The professionals who manage the cleaning at these facilities pay great attention to detail to make sure the place is always perfectly hygienic for all the pups running around. Even better, places like Prestonwood Kennels make sure that we’re using only non-toxic cleaning items! Your pet-sitter can’t make that same guarantee for keeping your home spic-and-span.
Read more: How to Prepare Your Dog for a Boarding Stay
4th Advantage: Customizable Care
One of the best parts of letting your pet stay at a facility with professional caregivers is the ability to customize their stay and trust that it’s being honored. The team at a boarding facility has the ability and time to help set your dog up for success in their stay. They can room them on their own or with a buddy, they can set up the best playdates based on size and temperament, make sure they get some quality snuggle time, and make sure they get fed according to their regular routines at home.
A stay at a boarding facility with professional caregivers is a blessing for both you and your furry friend. Knowing that your dog is in the best hands (aside from your own) and is being watched over by people who know what they’re doing means that you can take your trip with no worries. If this sounds like something you’d be interested in exploring here in the Houston area, then visit us at our facility today to learn more or check out our website! Your pet, our professionals, a great facility, a perfect stay.