By John Sommer
It is important not to get overly excited about the kennel that you are interested in until you call and talk to someone from the facility on the phone. A lot of kennels are seasonal only working during the town's busy times of the year. Times when families are most likely to be taking vacations that involve them leaving their dogs behind. If you managed to luck out and the kennel that you are interested in is open the days that you need them, it is time to take the next step.
Ask the owner of the kennel if it would be ok with them if you came and toured the grounds. If they tell you no that that is not an option it is time to look elsewhere. A good kennel has nothing to hide and had no reason to put you off when you want to visit with the employers and inspect the property. It is a good kennel that is confident enough to let you just stop by and the drop of a hat.
Be Snoopy at the Kennel Once you are at the kennel don't be afraid to be snoopy. Really take the time to notice how clean the kennel is. Notice if there are any messes left in any of the cages and see if there is a fresh supply of food and water available for the dog. Remember if it is early morning when your visit occurs, that in most kennels this is clean up time so there might be little messes from the night before.
Don't be afraid to ask the staff questions, after all they are the ones that will be dealing with your dog. You are going to want them to patient and playful. Ask where your dog will be sleeping, how much interaction each dog gets, if they have a vet on call just in case something is wrong, ask them if they will follow the diet that is you already have your dog on. It is the way that they answer these questions that will determine how lenient and flexible that the kennel is.
Be Sure to Ask the Owner Questions It is a good idea to ask the owner if you can hang around in the shadows and watch how the employees get along with the dogs. You want them to be gentle and interacting with them. Notice how the dogs react to the employees also. If the dog seems OK around certain ones and not others it is time to ask about that reaction. If the own is a true lover of animals she will understand all of your concerns and not be afraid to answer any of your questions.
If you are happy with everything that you have seen during your visit and select the kennel now all you have to do is make the visit as stress free for your dog as possible. Take a few blankets and toys with you when you drop off your pet. The items that you leave with your dog will carry the smell of you and your home one them, and this scent will comfort your dog when he is missing you. When you are getting ready to leave the dog do it fast. Do not give your dog the chance to see that you are upset. Make him think that you are happy about the situation and let him know that he is safe.
John Sommer is a leading expert in the field of pet health and training. He runs the successful website [http://www.petinsurancepro.com. Topics range from finding cheap pet insurance coverage to how to feed your dog the right nutrients for the specific breed.
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