Here's a thorough response that shows you're detail-oriented and experienced: What We Need to Know About Your Dog After 23 years of boarding, we've learned that understanding each dog's unique needs makes all the difference. Please share: Health & Safety Any medical conditions, allergies, or medications (with exact dosing instructions) Injuries or sensitive areas we should avoid Veterinarian contact information Vaccination status and flea prevention used Any history of seizures, bloat risk, or other emergencies Behavior & Temperament How they interact with other dogs (any triggers or preferences?) Reaction to common situations: doorways, meal times, toys Any resource guarding around food, toys, or space Fence jumping or escape artist tendencies Excessive barking triggers or anxiety signs Daily Needs Exact feeding routine and portions (we follow your schedule precisely) Preferred potty schedule and any house-training notes Sleep preferences—some dogs need their special blanket positioned just right! Energy level and exercise needs Any commands they know (especially important ones like "drop it") The Little Things That Matter Fears (thunder, loud noises, specific objects) Favorite activities and what makes them happiest How they show stress and what comforts them Quirks that are normal for them (so we don't worry unnecessarily) Previous boarding experiences—what worked or didn't Red Flags We Must Know Any bite history or aggression triggers Prey drive (important for our outdoor environment) Can they be crated, or do they panic? Any foods they absolutely cannot have The more you tell us, the better we can make your dog feel at home. We'd rather know too much than too little—after two decades, nothing surprises us, and everything helps us provide better care.

A Typical Day at Our Home Morning (7:00 AM start) Wake-up time! Dogs head straight outside for morning potty and breakfast at 7 AM. The cool morning air gets everyone energized—some dogs love racing around the yard while others prefer a leisurely sniff tour under the trees. We might play fetch, practice basic commands with treats, or just let them explore while we supervise with our morning coffee. Late Morning Peak playtime! This is when most dogs have their best energy. Activities vary based on who's here: tennis ball fetch for the athletes, gentle tug-of-war for playful pups, or "find the treat" games for dogs who love using their nose. Some dogs just love following us around the yard as we work—that's perfect too. Midday (Noon–2 PM) Rest time in individual spaces. After all that morning activity, dogs naturally want to nap. This quiet time helps everyone recharge, especially on hot days when we extend it to 3 PM. Afternoon Adventures Back outside for round two! We might set up obstacle courses with household items, play hide-and-seek with toys, or practice "puppy parkour" over safe, low objects. For seniors or calm dogs, we offer "supervised sunbathing" or gentle grooming sessions. Water play (for dogs who enjoy it) happens on warm days. Evening (6:00 PM dinner) Dinner time followed by mellow evening activities. This might include: Gentle leash walks around the property "Sniff safaris" to investigate new scents Basic training games with rewards Quiet companionship while we work Every dog is different—some want non-stop fetch, others prefer being couch potatoes. After 23 years, we read each dog's energy and interests, making sure athletes get exercise while cozy dogs get cuddles. The best activity? Whatever makes YOUR dog happiest.