Choosing a Kennel vs. Pet Sitter Can Be a Tough Decision
August 24, 2008 by Dog Service Network
Filed under Choosing a Dog Facility / Service, Doggie News
It’s a tough decision for pet owners to decide on what type of pet service to use when they want to travel away from home. The decision of choosing a pet sitter vs. a kennel can be made a lot easier, by considering your pet’s health and personality. According to Tonia Evans, owner of The Kitty’s Corner, a Whitman, Mass.-based pet-sitting and cat-boarding business, “kennels are better suited for animals that tend to get lonely”.
According to Fetch! Pet Care, here are a few things you may want to take into consideration when:
- Choosing a kennel:
- Have you toured the facility? If so, does it meet your expectations?
- Does the place smell okay?
- Are the dog beds raised off the floor?
- Is there good air circulation?
- Is the turf of the play area made of asphalt? If so, it can hurt your dog’s paws.
- Have you checked out the kennel’s references?
- Choosing a pet sitter:
- Are they fully bonded & insured?
- Have you checked out the pet sitter’s references?
- Do you feel comfortable with the person who would take care of your pet?
- Would they be able to accommodate any special needs your pet may have such as diet and exercise?
- Have they undergone a criminal background check?
- Did they receive relevant training?
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