When to Send Your Dog to Doggy Daycare
Doggy daycare is a place you can take your dog where it will be supervised and cared for during the day. When dogs are at doggy daycare, they will be fed, have constant access to water, and receive attention. This can help to prevent them from having separation anxiety, getting out and getting lost, injuring themselves, and other problems. You can take your dog to doggy daycare on an as-needed basis, or you can take them there on a regular basis. This article will give you some examples of times when dog owners may take their dogs to a doggy daycare facility. This can help you to recognize times when you may also want to do so.
While at Work
Many people send their dogs to doggy daycare each day while they go to work, much in the same way parents put their children in daycare to be cared for while they work. Once the dog becomes used to going to daycare each day, they will likely be excited to jump in the car and go each morning.
While at the Doctor’s
While people hope they can get in and out of the doctor's office quickly, they are sometimes unpleasantly surprised to find they spent several hours there, and this can be a long time for a dog to go without going outside, and a long time without water should they spill their bowl. To be safe, it can be a good idea to take the dog to doggy daycare, so they will be cared for if the appointment runs long.
While Having Guests Over
Some people have dogs that don't do well around new people, or large groups of people. Therefore, it can be a good idea to send the dog to doggy daycare if someone is having a party at their house, such as a birthday party or something like a baby shower. This way, the dog won't become anxious, which can cause them to become unpredictable or lead to them getting out and being lost.
While Having Work Done in the House
If someone is having their house remodeled, or having other work done, then they may want to send their dog to doggy daycare while the workers are at the house. This way, the dog won't get underfoot and cause an accident, and they won't get out if a gate gets left open.
For more information, contact a doggie daycare center in your area.