By Dana Whitfield · September 17, 2026
Book a meet and greet a few weeks ahead. Your dog gets to sniff around and meet staff when there is no goodbye at the end.
Try a short stay first, like one night or a day of day training, before a long trip.
Pack the food your dog normally eats. A sudden diet change is the most common cause of an upset stomach while boarding.
Keep drop-off short and cheerful. Long goodbyes tell your dog something is wrong. Most dogs settle within an hour of their first play group.
