We are a 1930s bungalow (900 s.f.) nestled on a large, securely-fenced / gated lot (.9 acre) in West Austin close to the heart of the city, the the Deep Eddy. The setting is much like a natural dog park with plenty of room to run and play. Tennis balls, sticks and toys abound as well as squirrels - and, oh, they are rascals!!! Our focus lies in the 'socialization' of puppies as we typically have 4-5 Guests a day . . . sometimes more, sometimes less. The kids get to experience a home environment within a small playground (.9 acres) within the heart of Austin. Negotiating toys, sleeping / napping zones, feeding times, AFFECTION, etc., that most single puppies don't have the luxury of doing during a FULL DAY unencumbered by cages or any rules outside of playing NICE. They are supervised by us both, indoors & out, and only a few seem to prefer to be particularly private - which we manage through a private room open to the other, yet gated off for privacy. This allows for individual private feeding and also serves for privacy for guests who desire a quiet environment. With an open exterior door policy in place most hours of the day, the guests are free to go in and out. If allowed by their Owners, they are free to nap or sleep wherever they choose, with us in bed included. We appreciate full instructions on feeding and/or typical environmental needs (i.e. blankets, caging, lighting, nestling areas. moodiness, etc.) Food aggressiveness should not be an issue based on the individual feeding schedule in a private, gated environment (the large mud-room). From 20 pounds to 145 pounds and from 3 months to 14.5 years ago or so, we strive to make everyone's stay at The Wayside Inn like a visit to camp. No guest is ever left alone. Lacey is likely to oversee feeding, medication and snuggling awhile Aidan supervises yard activity. If one of us has an appointment, it is scheduled so that the other is always here. Lacey worked as a kennel technician for 2 years before we took over business at The Wayside Inn. This has definitely prepared her for our job with all of these wonderful dogs. We often hear owners are relieved to find out not only are we dog lovers but also trained in the profession. We simply LOVE THIS WORK! Come by and see what we are all about - we always have some great Clients here that would welcome your presence as well! We do mandate Meet & Greet's to confirm blending of personalities and avoiding ANY foreseeable conflicts. We look forward to meeting you and yours and hope that you'll give us a shout if you are ever in need of just a simple 'day at the park' for your bored puppy or a week or two for your travels . . . We will work with you and give you daily updates, most often coupled with a ton of images which we've found that our Client's can't get enough of! (Sometimes that weather preempts our desire to take great photos for you, however, we can always get a few!) Please know that I do mandate an introduction prior to any visit or stay. Please feel free to contact me to schedule one - they usually take about half an hour. Thank you! Thanks & Good Day to You! Aidan & Lacey