Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on HomeGuide.
How much does pet boarding cost near me?
Pet boarding costs $25 to $40 per night on average for a cat or $25 to $85 per night for a dog. Costs are higher for pets with special needs or when including other services during the pet's stay, such as grooming or training.
What is pet boarding?
Pet boarding provides a safe place for your pet to reside if you are going to be away from home for an extended period. A pet boarding facility typically has one or more rooms with individual cages or kennels, and additional rooms or outside areas for exercise and play. The facility staff ensures your pet has food, water, a place to go to the bathroom, and a safe, clean place to stretch out and sleep.
Pet boarding may also be combined with other services like grooming or training.
Some pet boarding facilities take both cats and dogs, while others specialize in one or the other.
What is the difference between pet boarding and pet sitting?
Pet boarding is like a hotel where your pet stays overnight in a kennel and is around other animals. In comparison, pet sitting allows your pet to stay at home or in the sitter's home and receive more personalized care and attention than a pet boarding service typically provides.
Both pet boarding and pet sitting are services designed to keep your pet safe and cared for while you are away.
What vaccinations does my pet need for boarding?
Vaccination requirements vary by state and boarding facility. In most cases, dogs need proof of Distemper, Rabies, Lepto, Parvo, Bordetella, and Dog Flu vaccines. Cats typically need rabies and feline distemper vaccinations, and testing for feline leukemia and AIDS (FeLV/FIV) before boarding is highly recommended.
If your pet is due for a vaccine or booster, get it done at least 3 weeks before boarding.
Is pet boarding safe, and how do I choose the best pet boarders near me?
Researching and asking the right questions can help confirm the pet boarding service you choose will keep your pet safe, secure, and well cared for. Look for a boarding facility that:
Has clean, secure, and comfortable kennels with enough space for your pet to move and stretch
Has a highly trained and adequate numbered staff
Is a member of the Professional Animal Care Certification Council (PACCC)
Requires current vaccination records
Screens pets for fleas and ticks before boarding
Demonstrates emergency preparedness
Has positive reviews on HomeGuide and Google
Provides supervised play & feeding time
Gives a balance of down time and activity
What questions should I ask pet boarding companies?
Consider asking these questions when researching pet boarding facilities:
How long have you been in business?
Can you provide a list of references?
Are you a member of the PACCC?
What training and certifications do the staff have?
What vaccinations do you require before boarding?
Do you screen every animal for fleas and ticks before boarding?
What is your protocol if my pet is injured or gets sick while boarding?
What is the daily feed and play schedule?
How often do you clean the kennels?
What do you use to clean the kennels?
Is someone at the facility overnight?
Reviews for Phoenix pet boarding services
Recent success stories from people in the Phoenix area.
Kelly O.
Pet boarding and sitting
ALYSSA
Her follow through and commitment to making sure we understood all the training.
Heather's Heart and Soul LLC
Kendall
I loved the often check ins while my girl was boarded with him. Not to mention how Incredible the actual training for my cane corso is. She came home a completely different, calm, respectful well mannered puppy! We have completely enjoyed the entire experience and enjoy the check ins to this day making sure she is still doing well! We loved the training so much that we decided to send our older frenchie for some basic manners and socialization!
10000% recommend !
Prime Time Dog training
Debbie D.
My husband and I are very pleased and very satisfied with the obedience dog training course provided by Canine Authority. Our dog trainer Mr. Andy Luper is definitely the “top trainer and dog behaviorist in the field”! When he first met our dog
T-Bone (a 2 year old Australian Shepard), T-Bone was very aggressive towards him, almost like a fear aggression. My dog would not let the trainer near him and he was trying to bite him. By our last lesson it’s like a miracle happened. Now our dog T-Bone actually looked forward with working with our trainer. T-Bone has changed totally. He doesn’t bark and give that aggressive look anymore at people he doesn’t know. He’s more calmer outside and I continually work him daily in his obedience commands to keep him in line. He’s a pet now that I can enjoy. Mr. Andy Luper indeed is most professional and a loyal pet lover.
a canine academy/sky harbor dog boarding
Cassandra T.
Kayla and her husband were great. I was a little skeptical bc of the area she lives by but I am so happy I went with my gut because my dogs were so well taken care of. Never judge a book by ita cover because ive had pet sitters in million dollar homes and have had TERRIBLE experiences. She sent me daily pics and she gave them baths and groomed them without charge. Thank you kayla!!!!!!!!
Pampered Pets of Phoenix
Arlen S.
The professionalism, compassion, and friendly service.
V’s Paws With Claws Pet Services
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