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***For FIRST-TIME clients with Manny: Please schedule requests allowing enough time for a meet and greet to ensure a good fit for your pup(s). Our guests are welcome to a large, dog-safe indoor space to roam and relax freely. I am comfortable administering oral medication and injections when appropriate scheduling and instruction are provided. Please let me know anything I can do to help your dog(s) feel more comfortable in my home and enjoy their stay with our family. -------------------------- Notes, Rules, and Regulations (Sec 1) Pick-up and Drop off times (Sec 1.1) The two (Morning before 10am or Evening between 6pm-8pm) pick-up/drop-off timeframes are established for the owner’s convenience and the only stipulation is that the timeframe that is used for drop-off is the same one that must be used for pick-up. (Sec 1.2) Late pick-ups past the scheduled pick-up times are available at a reduced daily rate. (Limited exclusively to the scheduled pick-up day) (Holiday and Puppy premiums still apply). (Sec 1.3) Early pick-ups are of course allowed but once the booking is confirmed and the dog(s) has been dropped off (both statuses in conjunction); refunds will unfortunately not be available since the booking ‘spot’ cannot be replaced during the stay with another booking in a timely manner. (Section 2) We will make every effort to make your dog(s) comfortable, yet in few cases, the new environment may still be stressful enough to warrant a veterinary visit. This especially applies with senior or special-needs dogs. (Sec 3) Full-House Priority and Same-Day booking (Sec 3.1) Should you need a booking immediately while we are at capacity or within 48 hours (for last minute travel or emergencies) we can accommodate a space for an additional fee of $10.00 per day. So we HIGHLY recommend that you book with ample anticipation if possible. (Sec 3.2) Same-Day Booking: For urgent or emergency bookings without a meet and greet, the rate is $75 per day. (Sec 5) Challenging Behavior (Sec 5.2) All dogs that require additional attention due to poor social behavior, hygienic issues, or destructive behaviors after their first stay are subject to a rate increase to our Puppy Rate for subsequent bookings. (Sec 5.1.1) Rates may re-evaluated and returned to their original amount if ‘challenging’ behaviors have discontinued. (Sec 6) Bathing and Grooming rates (Sec 6.1) Bathing services are provided in house for a $45 service fee per dog. (Sec 6.1.1) Bathing services may be unavailable to dogs who are not cooperative or receptive to the cleaning process. (Sec 6.2) Grooming services are available per request of owners or if dog(s) are not up to hygienic standards to be in contact with other dog(s) or people. (Sec 6.2.1) A third party mobile service is utilized for full grooming services with a price range between $75 - $175. (Sec 6.2.2) Due to necessary, direct supervision during grooming to ensure quality service and compliance, a $25 service fee will be included in addition to the grooming fee. (Sec 7) Immunization records (Sec 7.1) Immunization records are requested to verify the Rabies, Bordetella, Parvo, and Distemper vaccines for your dog(s). (Sec 7.1.1) Dogs without the Bordetella immunization may continue to book after acknowledging the elevated risk of contracting kennel cough when in contact with other dogs during the stay. Our hygienic standards make this highly unlikely but precautions should be disclosed. I hope the information above provides good insight as we strive to push the quality standard to the leading edge for both dog sitters and kennels alike.

The Lexington Canine Way The Gold Standard of care our guests receive include but are not limited to: Daily 30-minute walks: Their morning starts with a walk that stimulates the nomadic drive to travel their territories and helps put them in balanced ease for the day. Free-roam Space: The home space reserved for the dogs to lounge in is an open space that establishes a comfortable, temporary replacement home away from home. Sizeable Green Space: The expansive backyard is ample enough to provide a potty relief area as well as running space for play and social interaction. 'Off-leash' Dog Park Excursions: We safely transport and supervise guests to provide a change of scenery and olfactory stimulation. On-site Familiarization: Our guests are given guidance and exercises to promote boundary recognition, walking, and socialization etiquette between them and their human caretakers. Enrichment Activities: Our guests are encouraged to interact with sensory enrichment activities that safely stimulate their senses and common species habits. (Obstacles, treat searching, puzzles) Bio-Appropriate Sonic Environment: Our guests always have an idle, soothing auditory background during their stay. Extra Accouterments: Basic necessities are supplemented if necessary (bedding, bowls, treats, etc.)