As a pet owner, you want to ensure that your furry companion receives the best care while you’re gone. While boarding your dog with a pet sitter might seem daunting, there are several benefits to boarding your pup. One of the services Peak City Puppy offers is boarding in a pet sitter’s home. Here are five reasons why your pet would immensely benefit from in house boarding.
1. Being in a Familiar Environment
A boarding facility can oftentimes cause stress and anxiety for your dog due to the unfamiliar environment and loud noises. With Peak City Puppy, the pet sitter boarding your pet will schedule a meet and greet. During this visit, you’ll be able to meet the pet sitter and see the environment your fur baby will be in. On the day that the boarding visit starts, your dog will be less stressed about their new environment. If you are a client who already uses the dog walking or pet sitting services, your dog can also be boarded with a pet sitter they already know and love.
2. Social Interaction
Your dog might be a social butterfly, a bit shy around big groups of dogs, or doesn’t care for other dogs at all. In a boarding facility, it’s hard to predict what personalities your dog will interact with. With a pet sitter, your dog can relax with one-on-one time. If they prefer another dog’s company, in the meet and greet beforehand both dogs can interact to ensure that their personalities align. In addition, because the pet sitter is solely focused on your pup, they will enjoy more time running outdoors and going for walks around the neighborhood.
3. Frequent Updates
Ever been in the middle of a trip and wanted to know what your furry friend was up to? Another benefit of having your pet stay in another sitter’s home is that you’ll receive frequent updates about your pet’s activities and well-being. Many professional pet sitters are required to send an update plus pictures at some point during their visit. With Peak City Puppy, our company uses an app called Time to Pet, an app where sitters send a detailed report along with pictures at the end of their visit. The app does allow the sitter to send messages during the visit, allowing you to have peace of mind about your pet’s well-being while you’re away.
4. Maintaining a Routine
As a dog owner, you’ve already established a routine with your pet. Your furry friend has certain times they eat, sleep, go outside, and play. Some dogs might become stressed out if they deviate from that established routine. When boarding your dog in a facility, the facility often has an already created schedule that might look different than the one your dog is used to. When boarding with a pet sitter, you can maintain that schedule, communicating the times your pet is used to. By keeping the same routine, your pet will be less stressed and overall will have a better experience when you are away.
5. Personalized Care
Every owner wants their dog to get the best care possible. With a pet sitter, your dog will benefit from one-on-one time. This could include play time, snuggles on the couch, or taking that extra-long walk. In boarding facilities, the dogs outnumber the staff and it can be hard to give every dog personalized care. Your dog and the pet sitter can develop a bond over time, making the next boarding visit more special for your pooch.
Overall, boarding your dog with a pet sitter has several benefits. From being in a more familiar environment to personalized care, your dog will be a lot more comfortable while you’re away. When your dog builds that bond with a pet sitter, it makes the transition from their home to the sitter’s home so much easier. If you’re interested in reading more about pet sitting or finding the right products for your dog, check out our other blog posts such as “10 Pet Behavioral Books That Are Worth the Read” or “How to Make Your Own Dog Treats”.
