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After I found out that I would be traveling a lot for my new job, I knew that I was going to have to make arrangements to care for my dog. I was nervous about leaving him behind, but I knew that the road would be far less comfortable than a cozy boarding facility. To find a great location, I talked with some of my pet owner friends and visited each location in person. I was able to find a facility that put pet care above all else, and I felt comfortable leaving my dog. This blog is dedicated to helping pet owners take care of their pets--even if they happen to travel for work.

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How Does a Doggy Daycare Work?

A doggy daycare is a facility where dog owners can take their dogs for the day. The dogs that go to daycare are supervised, and they are provided with everything that they need. They will be able to get plenty of exercise at the facility, and they will be able to play with the other dogs. These facilities give you a safer and healthier environment to keep your dog in than leaving them unsupervised while you go to work. If you want to know more about what it will be like when you put your dog in doggy daycare, continue reading: 

Your dog will be evaluated 

When you want to take your dog into the dog daycare, they will have to be evaluated. This is done to make sure they aren't going to be a risk to the other dogs at the daycare. This is something that should make you feel more comfortable because it lets you know the other dogs have been evaluated as well, so they will be safe for your dog to be around. Also, you will need to show proof that your dog is up-to-date on their vaccinations. 

You may be able to bring things from home

In many of the doggy daycares, it may be suggested to bring one of the dog's blankets from home, as well as a chew toy they will recognize. Having some things from home in their kennel can help some dogs to settle down easier. You may also want to bring your dog's food from home. This way, your dog won't eat a different brand of food when they go to doggy daycare than they eat at home. Some dogs' stomachs are very sensitive, and they have a hard time when foods keep getting switched on them. 

You can have peace of mind

Doggy daycares are great for the dogs, but something you want to realize is they are also fantastic for the owners. The peace of mind that comes with knowing their dogs are safe and having a good time can really help to ease the minds of the dog owners. Also, many of these facilities are set up with cameras. You would be able to go onto the computer, or your smart device, and log in to watch the footage that shows your dog and what they are doing right at that moment. This can help you feel so much better.