Dog Boarding Charleston

Getting Your Dog to Pee & Poop On Command! Seriously!

admin — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 20:28:27 +0000

Sounds pretty far out there. After all sometimes there is nothing more frustrating than watching your dog go in circles and sniff every spot on your lawn trying to find a spot that’s ok to do business.

Well this video is great because is teaches you how to train your dog to actually pee and poop on command. However incredible that seems, this should make you really happy.

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Now get out there and go train your dog this… trick… I guess you can call it a trick.

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Behind the Scene of Building a Dog Boarding Facility

admin — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 19:10:50 +0000

Sometimes looking through the mirror will show you what to really look for in something. This video will show you the construction of a dog boarding facility. We think you will get some good insights because seeing this will help you ask the proper questions to a dog boarding facility here in Charleston that you may be thinking of using.

It’s pretty interesting… enjoy:

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40 Billion Dollars – Talking About The Pet High Life!?!

admin — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 19:01:11 +0000

Did you know that American’s spend collectively $40 billion dollars a year on their pets. That’s a lot of money isn’t it… and one thing that pets owners don’t ever want to skimp on is… dog boarding.

This is a crazy video about an ultra high end pet boarding facility. You’re not going to believe this when you see it!

Check this video out and enjoy:

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The Importance of Dog Grooming

admin — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 12:08:54 +0000

Dog Grooming is Important

A clean dog is a healthy dog! Grooming your dog is important to not only the physical appearance but also affects the way you and your pet feel. Here are some important things to remember about grooming your dog.

A bath: Just like a human, bathing removes loose hair, dead skin cells and any dirt or other debris that may attach itself to your dog. This is a time to identify fleas, tick and other insects that may infest the dog. This is a great opportunity to check your dog’s ears, extremities and genitals for any abnormalities. A bath is the first consideration if your dog is scratching himself more than normal.
Trim the nails: Trimming a dog’s nails will help to prevent dirt and germs from collecting in beneath them. It will also prevent scratching people if your dog jumps on people and keeps furniture and other parts of your home safe from damage. Care should be taken when trimming nails and should be done by experienced and knowledgeable people such as groomers.
Groom their coat: Long hair dogs require much more attention in this area than short hair dogs. Dogs with long or thick coats can look bad if nothing is done to maintain their coasts such as trims or cuts to reduce the bulk as the weather changes. Dogs that stay outside rather than a house pet can quickly get dirty and grimy, with mud collecting and caking on their long hair. Keep long hair dogs trimmed will make their coat much easier for the owner to maintain and be more comfortable for the dog in the long run. Keeping the hair around the eyes will help long haired dogs see better.
Regular brushing: Long haired breeds tend to shed more than others so brushing will accomplish two things. First is will help to keep the dog’s coat clean and sleek by removing knots and mattes. It will also help to remove loose hair to keep it from collecting on furniture, rugs and carpets and the clothes of people he chooses to greet with affection.
Clean teeth: Dogs can get bad breath just like people and can also suffer from gum and tooth diseases. Cleaning a dog’s teeth will help with his breath but it is also a good time to check the condition of his teeth and gums. If you or your groomer notices something, it should be brought to the attention of your veterinarian.

When your pet is well-groomed, it is so much easier to enjoy your pet and be close. When your dog is clean, manicured and has better breath, he is much more likely to be healthy. People can spot a well maintained pet and you will feel much better too.

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How Does Invisible Fencing Work and Is It Safe For My Dog?

admin — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 20:02:34 +0000

Invisible Fencing

Invisible or hidden fencing has become quite popular to keep dogs safe on their property and people safe off the property but to understand how they work and the advantages and disadvantages.

Having a fenced in yard for your dog to roam untethered is great for both you and your dog but a fence does not always keep them contained. Have you ever had your dog dig under the fence so you are out there filling the hole in and placing stones, wood or concrete in the hole to deter your dog from digging in that place again only to have him find a new place to go under the fence? Some dogs can even climb a chain link fence and go over the top.

Perhaps you might want to consider a hidden fence system using underground wiring, a control module and a radio activated collar. This system can work well in conjunction with your fenced in yard and also to the perimeter of your property that is not fenced.

The basic idea of the hidden fence system is that a control unit sends encoded pulses through the buried wire that only the collar can decode. As a dog with the radio activated collar nears the wiring, the collar will begin to beep to warn the dog. When the dog moves closer to the limits established by the wire he will eventually receive a shock through the collar. Because the radio waves from the wire are pulsing, the dog does not receive a steady shock but an intermittent shock that will stop when the dog moves away from the wire. When used in conjunction with a fenced in yard, this will keep the dog away from the fence so they cannot dig out.

This type of system does require training your dog to understand what is going to happen if they come too close to the fence or the perimeter established by where the wire is buried. Through training your dog will understand that the beeping from the collar will occur before he actually receives a gentle shock.

Eventually, the dog will turn back when the collar beeps and he learns where the limits of when he can go.

Do not be concerned about the mild shock your pet receives. It is not enough to injure your dog. Eventually he will learn and not put himself in a situation to be shocked. Be forewarned however, if you have your dog outside and he is running and hits the perimeter, he can go across the wire without being shocked because of the pulsating radio signal. If your dog does break through the barrier, turn your hidden fence control module off before trying to bring your dog back into the perimeter of the fence or else he will be shocked.

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Dog Tragedy Is Out There… Fight Back & Stick Up For Your Animal…

admin — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 13:55:17 +0000

Help These Puppies!

There are thousands of dogs suffering in puppy mills. Puppy mills are solely for the greed of the owner and provide little if any real care to their dogs. Dogs are kept for the purpose of breeding. They are kept in cages for most of their life. Females are bred every time they come into heat because a litter of puppies, depending on the bred, can be worth well over a thousand dollars.

These dogs are left outside and suffer through extreme cold and heat and there is no hope of having a better situation. Once their breeding life is over, the dog has no value to the owners and more often than not is killed, abandoned or if there is some modicum of compassion, taken to a shelter.

Most animal rights activists recommend boycotting pet stores for buying a puppy but this does not help the puppies that the pet stores already have. If you are looking to buy a puppy and you chose to go to a pet store, which is where most of the litters of puppy mills are sold, ask them where the puppies came from. If you can visit the facility, then by all mean do it. If they cannot answer your questions to your satisfaction then you should consider passing.

Unfortunately, most agencies do not concern themselves with where the puppies come from but how they are treated by the person who is responsible for them.

This is a desperate cycle that needs to be broken but it is difficult to justify not purchasing a puppy from a pet store because you will be providing a loving home. The real place to start is tracking down these puppy mills and putting the owners out of business because of the abuse the breeding dogs suffer.

These mills are driven by greed and nothing else.

One thing you may consider is to work with or contribute to a dog rescue agency. These types of agencies look to remove dogs from situations where a dog or dogs are suffering and helping find homes for them. Another is when you are aware of a puppy mill, report them to the local authorities, including the local Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.

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What shots does my dog need to be left in a boarding facility?

admin — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 12:18:10 +0000

Puppy Shots... Keep Healthy!

My dog is about a year old now and I am planning a trip this summer and need to board my dog for ten days. Other than a rabies shot, what inoculations does my dog need?

Obviously rabies shots are a given. There are several others that are not required but for the safety of your pet, you should seriously consider. The first is the Parvovirus vaccine. Parvovirus is transmitted mainly through the feces of an infected dog. Most people believe that in a kennel situation it is not about if a dog is going to get the Parvovirus it is just a matter of when. Even if a boarding facility does not require this vaccine it is in the best interest of your dog to have it.

Bordetella is the vaccine to prevent kennel cough. Dogs that are exposed to a group environment are more likely to contract kennel cough which left untreated if contracted can lead to serious respiratory infection and pneumonia. This is a definite must have vaccine for leaving your dog in boarding care. In the case of a dog that is boarded, boosters are recommended every six to twelve months.

Coronavirus exhibits the same symptoms as Parvovirus however the treatment is different and requires its own vaccination. It is transmitted through the feces of an infected animal and a stay in a boarding facility increases the risk of exposure.

Leptospirosis is another condition that your pet can be vaccinated for but you should probably discuss this with your veterinarian before getting the inoculation.

Canine distemper is a multi-systemic disease that affects the respiratory, gastrointestinal and central nervous systems. It is contagious, incurable and often fatal. Though older dogs can be infected, puppies between the ages of 3 and 6 months are the most susceptible to infection and are more likely to die.

Lyme disease is passed into dogs through the deer tick. The tick must stay embedded in the dog’s skin for 48 hours for the bacteria to pass into the dog. Lyme disease is most likely to occur in the states from Virginia up to Maine but cases have been reported in most states. There is controversy as to the effectiveness of the vaccine in preventing Lyme disease and should be discussed with your vet.

Recommendations depend on the health, breed, age, location and possible exposure of the dog. Your veterinarian should be consulted before actually scheduling your dog for these vaccines.

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Is Your Dog Boarding Facility Properly Accredited?

admin — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 19:10:38 +0000

The Pet Care Services Association (formerly known as the American Boarding Kennel Association or ABKA), is a non-profit trade based association in the United States and around the world. It is the only trade association of its type whose members commit to a code of ethics and a pet owner’s bill of rights to ensure that pets receive professional, loving care. Its members offer a variety of services including boarding, grooming, training, pets supplies and a host of other products and services which are pet related.

The PCSA sponsors the Voluntary Facilities Accreditation (VFA) program which provides pet care facilities a chance to demonstrate their compliance to a comprehensive set of industry standards and earn accreditation. Under the program facilities are rated on over 250 standards in 17 separate areas of pet care facility operations, management, and customer service. These standards reflect the views of veterinarians, facility operators, humane organization and pet owners based on the “state of the art” in animal care and management.

To be considered for the VFA program, pet care facilities are required to be in operations for a minimum of six months. After enrolling, the facilities must submit an application with detailed information regarding their care procedures, operations and business policies. Each facility undergoes an onsite inspection and evaluation conducted by a representative of the VFA program. Upon successful complete, the facility is awarded a ”Certificate of Accreditation” indicating a commitment to high quality professional care for pets.

There are two levels of VFA program accreditation. Level I standards are considered essential for proper facility operation and receives the PCSA’s Silver accreditation. Level II represents facilities who want to distinguish themselves by demonstrating they offer additional services and/or meet a higher level of standard. Level II facilities may qualify of PCSA’s Gold accreditation.

Facilities that have receive accreditation display the Pet Care Services Association VFA Ribbon in the facility’s office. Pet owners can be assured that they are entrusting their pet to the care of a responsible provider in the commercial pet care industry.

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Are There Risks of My Dog Getting Sick at a Boarding Facility?

admin — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 20:44:30 +0000

Sick Puppy.

All dog boarding facilities are not alike… which why it is so important for owners to not only ask pertinent and probing questions when looking for a boarding facility but to physically visit and check the accommodations where they will be leaving their pet.

The owner should check the facility, pay attention for how clean the kennel area is kept. Ask them how often they expect their employees to check the areas and what do they do to prevent the spread of any illness among the dogs they are boarding. Do they allow the dog to use his own bowls from home for feeding and water? Can the dog use his or her own bedding?

Does the facility have a policy regarding someone leaving a sick dog? Do they check the inoculation records of dogs being left in their care? What do they do when a dog in their care gets sick? These policies should be posted clearly or being part of a boarding agreement signed by pet owners.

Some veterinary offices also offer boarding. The chance of a pet being exposed to sick dogs is obviously greater unless the office is totally separate from the boarding facility. Is the same person doing the feeding for all the sick and boarding animals? Will the sick and boarding animals be intermingled at any time? Again the same questions should be posed to the vet’s office that would be asked of the boarding facility.

There is always some risk of a dog becoming sick at either a boarding facility or a veterinarian run facility. The key is to reduce the risk through cleanliness and exposure. If the boarding facility can prove it takes the greatest caution for the care and safety of the dog and satisfies the owner’s expectations then the next step is to leave the pet for a test.

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Dog Boarding in Charleston & Leaving Your Dog

admin — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 17:38:30 +0000

Keep the Puppies Happy!

Pets are so much part of our life that we treat them just like family… and many times we’re guilty of treating them better than our family.

When you have something in your life that means that much to you, you’ll do almost anything to protect it and make sure it’s safe… and for many people it’s their dog that fills up that spot in their life.

However, there will come a time when you are going to have to leave your dog behind for a trip of some sort. It could be an important business meeting… maybe it’s a wedding… maybe you moved to a new town and don’t have friends who can watch your dog. Whatever way it might be in your life, finding a competent caretaker for your dog is very important.

It use to be that kennels were down right disgusting and poor when it came to dog and pet care. However, these days many smart business owners have set up dog kennels that are more like pet luxury resorts… in fact calling them a kennel is degrading. They are dog boarding resorts if anything else.

You are lucky because in Charleston there are many dog boarding resorts that are available to you and your dog. You will have to find the right balance between care and price… and that’s what this site is all about. It’s here to help you find the best Charleston based dog boarding facility and give you the information that will help you better care for your dog.

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