Re: [pyrnet] Boarding Kennel Blues

[D3melza@aol.com]

Kim-
    I used to work at a boarding kennel and you do really need to take 
caution on where you go. The facility I worked at was a pretty good one. All 
of the animals were fed and looked after, and special attention was given if 
anyone was sick or not eating. Dogs are bound to get dirty at a place like 
that (especially white ones!) since they usually get another dog to play 
with. What I would recommend, if you plan to ever board again, is go to the 
facility ahead of time and ask for a tour. If they won't show you the whole 
place, leave and don't go back. Ask all the questions you want and ask to 
speak to the owner in person. The staff should be more than happy to 
accomodate you if they run a good clean kennel. Also, every dog I ever 
boarded was ecstatic to see their owner again, so this is probably a good 
clue that you weren't in the greatest of places. When in doubt, you can board 
at the vet or hire a house-sitter (which also has it's bad points). I 
wouldn't dismiss ever boarding again, but just be careful! Good luck!

-Emily Martorano
D3melza@aol.com