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10 Questions to Ask Before Boarding Your Dog

December 9, 2016 by Joe Scarpy

Ask These Questions Before Boarding Your Dog

Going away and leaving a Dog at home is like leaving a member of the family behind and care should be taken when picking a location for his care while you’re away.  Take the time to ask the right questions before choosing a place to care Otter Boxfor your friend.  I have listed a few questions that should help you make a wise decision and ease your mind while you are away.

Ask if you can tour the dog boarding facility?

Always take the time to visit the kennel before booking a reservation.  If you are deterred from making a visit, that is a bad sign.  If they do not want you to see the facility, then they most likely have something to hide.

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If the facility does not want you to see the environment that your pet will be staying, then it most likely means that the kennel runs are kept unclean, or the crates are too small.

If you are not allowed to tour the facility, find one that will allow you to visit and tour.  Business owners should be happy to show-off their business and not afraid to allow customers in. That’s why I suggest a smaller facility like Bull Valley Retrievers.

How clean is the dog kennel?

Areas that house with several dogs in it is never going to have a pleasant scent, or be totally clean. However, is the staff an effort to pick up any visible dog droppings? Is the facility kept dry? If you notice the ground being wet, is it because the kennels were recently cleaned?  This will only be noted if the owner allows you to visit and you can see the area where housing takes place.

Will My Dog Be Allowed to Interact with Other Dogs?

I hear this question a lot and to be perfectly honest with you, I do not think that they should have interaction with other dogs while being kenneled.  Yes, dogs are social creatures and need to be socialized, but not in that type of Dog Kennelenvironment.  As a kennel owner, the last thing I want to do is have to call the owner and tell them that their Dog was involved in an altercation with another dog. Keep in mind that they are animals and though owners may say that their dog will never get aggressive with another dog. That is until it happens! I have seen the calmest nicest animals get upset and retaliate in an environment where there are multiple animals running around and violating their space.  I only let dogs out one at a time, unless they are from the same family. Yes, it takes more time, but is the safest means for the dog to get out and do his thing. However, you need to make the decision that is right for you.

How much is Dog Boarding Going to Cost?

Going away, unless in an emergency situation should include a budget for your dog’s boarding. When finding a facility to

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house your dog, be sure to ask the total cost of the stay. Be sure to ask for any additional costs for amenities such as extra yard time, to administer medications or special diets. If necessary, get a written estimate before the stay.

How clean is the dog kennel?

Areas that house with several dogs in it are never going to have a pleasant scent, or be totally clean. However, is the staff an effort to pick up any visible dog droppings? Is the facility kept dry? If you notice the ground being wet, is it because the kennels were recently cleaned?  This will only be noted if the owner allows you to visit and you can see the area where

housing takes place.

Tip: Tip the Kennel Staff

Why not slip the staff member an extra something? Just like the doorman or the garbage man, a little tipping can go a long way when it comes to a little extra care. If you feel uncomfortable tipping, you could make a nice gesture like bringing in cookies or donuts when dropping off your dog.

Ask all the questions you can and find the kennel that answers them the way you want. Not until then will you feel

comfortable with your dog boarding decision and then you will be able to enjoy your time away without the worry of your dog being taken care of correctly.

I hope this has given you a bit of information and will help ease your mind when you decide to kennel your dog.

 

Joe Scarpy

Author Bio: Joe is the founder of HuntEmUp.com, The Worldwide Sporting Dog Superstore and Owner of Bull Valley Retrievers, Northern Illinois Retriever Training, specializing in all-breed obedience and Retriever Field and Gun Dog work. Joe brings to the table years of training and hunting experience as well as knowledge of the latest hunting and training products on the market, to help you make your hunt and dog the best he can be.

 

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Wysiwash and your Kennel or Boarding Facility

February 21, 2015 by Joe Scarpy

Wysiwash is a necessity for any animal related facility

whether you own a commercial dog boarding kennel, a doggy daycare or you are the average pet owner with dog kennel runs. Wysiwash is the complete animal facility sanitizing system; it combines an inexpensive and safe disinfectant/deodorant and the benefits of high pressure cleaning. The patented Wysiwash hose-end applicator delivers a metered stream of a chlorine-based disinfectant, calcium hypochlorite, which uses the same sanitizing principles as bleach but without the harmful side effects or the difficultyin use. We all know that, when used properly, bleach and other disinfecting products are very effective at killing germs, virusesand bacteria. But what happens when you or your employees do not follow the correct procedures?

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Did you know that bleach must remain in contact with the surface being cleaned for at least 5 minutes to effectively disinfect?

Did you know that once bleach and other cleaners are mixed with water they immediately begin to breakdown and lose their potency?

Did you know that when using bleach, the disinfected area must be thoroughly rinsed and dried before animals can return? Contact with disinfectant residue can give animals mouth ulcers, dermatitis, and blisters; cages still wet with bleach solution can burn little paws.

Wysiwash completely eliminates all of these worries!

A bucket is no longer a required cleaning tool; the Wysiwash applicator automatically mixes the correct ratio of disinfecting agent to water and sprays it directly on the surface. Because there is no batching mixing, the disinfecting solution is always at its most effective.

Wysiwash is safe around animals and people. It does not require rinsing after application, is biodegradable and environmentally friendly. EPA registered and USDA approved.

The Wysiwash sanitizer solution effectively kills germs and bacteria within seconds!

The Wysiwash system is truly the best kennel cleaning and sanitizing product on the market. It saves time, money and provides a clean and safe environment by killing animal pathogens, viruses, bacteria and fungi. In addition, Wysiwash is perfect for disinfecting dog and cat cages, play yards, portable kennels, animal dishes, kennel pads and storage bins! Wysiwash is utilized everyday by veterinarians, vet clinics, veterinary hospitals, animal shelters, dog boarding kennels, pet care centers, doggy day cares and animal breeders with extraordinary success. If you are an animal or pet care facility, let Wysiwash help to reduce your raw material costs, employee labor expenses, facilitate water savings and help to ensure the health and safety of all your animals!

 

Protecting animals from:

  •  Distemper
  •  Canine Parvo VirusWysiWash Kennel Boarding
  •  Corona virus
  •  E. Coli
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  •  Leptospira
  •  Staphylococcus
  •  Feline Herpes virus
  •  Feline Calicivirus
  •  Feline Parvovirus
  •  Feline Pan Leukopenia
  •  Bordetella
  •  So much more…

 

Testimonials on Wysiwash Product:

Gary Singley, Director, Cleveland – Bolivar County Animal Shelter

“We are located in the heart of a rural delta community in Cleveland, Mississippi and have a large population of stray dogs. As you can imagine, disease control is our main concern.

We purchased our first system in September and began using it only on our intake portion of the facility. We felt that we could then compare performance with other areas where bleach and other cleaners were being used. I guess in scientific terms, we created “test” and “controlled” sections within the facility. The results have been amazing for us. The “controlled” areas still continued to have small virus and smell issues; the “test” area results were quite different. We have seen only one virus incident and the area never smells like it has dogs in it.

Because of our experience, we are ordering another system to take care of the all other areas in the shelter.“

 

Alison Smith, Manager – Walker County Animal Shelter, Chickamauga, GA

Walker County Animal Shelter opened the end of July in 2006. During the first three years, this shelter, despite best efforts and reputable product, struggled with upper respiratory in cats and especially dogs!!! Two different Veterinary Clinic use WysiWash in their Boarding Kennels and had little occurrence of Bordetella. After visiting those clinics, WysiWash became the product of choice for WCAS. Due to the use of WysiWash, Walker County Animal Shelter maintains healthy animals for a longer period of time. There are rarely any animal sufferings with upper respiratory despite the overwhelming number of animals residing in the shelter! The simple choice to use WysiWash has boosted the morale of the staff, confirms to the public that the shelter does care about the well-being of the animals surrendered to the shelter and cuts the medical cost of treatment of sickly animals. For this small, rural, budget challenged deep south county animal control facility, WysiWash is most cost effective and very user friendly. Thank you WysiWash!

 

Larry Page, Certified Pool & Spa Operator, Daytona Beach Shores, FL

I manage three condominiums with four pools, so health and safety is our biggest concern. We have over 200 owners and over 1000 guest and renters per year. Since we purchased 6 Wysiwash systems our pool areas have turned around 100%. We have found several uses for the Wysiwash: dumpsters, pool chairs, glass windows, concrete areas, walls, bathrooms, etc. We have posted the information about the Wysiwash on all our properties. We have had several comments on how clean the pool areas are and everyone loves that the properties are sanitized. Our maintenance men love how simple it is to use and how it makes their job easier. I recommend that everyone purchase a Wysiwash system for their business or home.

 

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