Your Pets Other Home: We are a family ran home, if your pet is part of our home for a stay they become part of our family. I value my pets and their parents very much and work as much as possible to understand each family’s needs. This is something we do because we truly enjoy our fur friends new and old who come here to stay. As a pet owner ourselves we understand how difficult it is when your forced to leave your pet behind. It’s even more difficult to find somewhere you feel will treat your fur baby with as much love, care, comfort and fun while away from their own home and parents. When I became a stay at home mom approx 6 years ago from my 15+ year career I was so excited of all the possibilities I could finally do now with my new found availability to do so. So we decided to open our home to other animals and this be a safe, fun, loving home where other animals could come enjoy when their parents can’t take them with them. Plus, the bonus is my own 2 fur kidd get to socialize in a safe environment and not at an overcrowded risky dog park. We will only ever take in at most up to 5 small dogs (sometimes a family with two dogs or more I may make exceptions and sometimes pick up and drop offs may overlap slightly) but we do like to keep it a larger than that to ensure we aren’t to crowded so everyone is getting plenty of attention and of course room to fit on the bed should they choose! And I try my best to let each dog slowly integrate and decide what they like best what are they like to bring their own crate house bed toys sleep with us sleep upstairs sleep downstairs sleep with one of the kids whatever they like I like to make them feel comfortable and welcome. I always encourage family to bring whatever they think their doggy he needs. There are no requirements to bring anything except your own daily food. I also if your dog does not have sensitivities to foods there are many times I give them a little extras with their meals if they like it such as could be scrambled eggs in the morning some chicken breasts fresh veggies, small scoop of organic pumpkin purée etc. So be sure to let me know if your dog is sensitive and I will be sure to avoid. At our home we offer a free to roam around the inside, and on furniture while also safely securing with gates as needed stairs, front door and/or if needed to create break zones for those who may prefer their own space with out interruptions from other more playful friends at times. Doggies also may go outdoors through a dog door outback as often as they like during daylight hours of course and depending on weather conditions if storming for safety reasons. Our Backyard is fully secured with a fence, I check frequently for no loose boards or holes to ensure safety and security for your babies and my own. There’s also a grassy area, shaded large back patio and rocks to jump over. They are free to play or simply take a nap in the sun as they please. At night we also allow all dogs to sleep where they prefer or as they are used to at home (which includes sleeping with us). We want your pet to feel comfortable and loved while you are away. We try to follow all you do the best we can so your dog's routine and eating habits are not fully thrown off from what they are used to. Although, we just add in some extra fun, love and treats here and there so they do feel they are on vacation too! If possible, and weather permitting and they are good leash walkers we love getting out for a good neighborhood stroll around our secure neighborhood courts and grassy area. We encourage if you are boarding a pet for the first time or first time with us even, to make sure to bring along an assortment of favorite toys and preferred foods, along with objects that smell like home. When dropping your dog off, make sure to remain calm and cheerful so that your pet feels just as cheerful. Lastly I will just say our dogs are family your dogs become part of our family we are a family run home if your dog require someone to be by their side 24/7 and they are unable to be left alone this may be difficult for me to achieve. As of course my first priority is a stay at home mom is my kids there are times I have to take him to the doctor run to pick up groceries and I do take them to and from school daily as well as work in his class one hour one day a week. We are also a healthy active family I do like to go to the gym one hour when I can fit it in as well as hikes. And if your dog is a hiker I love taking them on safe trails with me. Crates are not required in my home I do offer an extra one if you need it but they are not required some dogs just love them and like I said I like to do whatever dogs like most so if you have your own special crate or house or bed feel free to bring it. There are times where I may have doggies who have bladder control issues or just like to use the inside on those cold winter days. On those days or at times where I may need to leave the house I may use gates quarantine off the carpeted areas for periods of a time. I have been doing dog boarding officially for at least six years now and I am lucky and blessed that I still have people coming since day one. My kids have grown up with most of these dogs and they are like family to us. We love building relationships with these dogs and one of my most favorite things is one a new dog he comes he can be kind of shy timid and take some warming up and when I start to see them relax become comfortable jump on my lap climb up on our bed or even just come sit by my side and brings me a complete joy to know they feel at home! That is what I strive for. I want your for baby to get excited when they start pulling around the corner getting closer to my house jump out of the car and come running in my door which is what most do now. We just adore are extended fur kiddos. At this time we only board dogs 15lbs and under for the overall safety of the other small dogs in the home. Some considerations for their weight can be taken if their breed is considered small yet they are just simply a healthy eater pushing them over the 15lbs. If needed, I do have a great referrals for large dogs upon request. We look forward to meeting you and your fur baby ~