I f you have pets and plan to travel, you may be considering a place to board your pet while you’re gone. Here are five practical tips when planning to board your pet:
1 Update your pet’s core vaccines, plus those required by the boarding facility and as recommended by your veterinarian.
2 Make sure your pet is free of parasites such as fleas and intestinal parasites. Your veterinarian can help you manage these for your pet.
3 Get to know the boarding facility staff so you can feel that your pet is in the hands of people who care about your pet like you do.
4 Understand what your pet’s experience will be like during your absence.
5 Finally, and most importantly, don’t leave planning to the last possible moment. Make an appointment with your veterinarian and the boarding facility well ahead of time (one month ahead). If you don’t already have a veterinarian or boarding facility, start your research now for a suitable fit for you and your pet.
