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The Kennels Our kennels are a secure, clean, caring home from home. Our purpose-built, fully insulated building can house up to 50 dogs, with every spacious kennel providing a personal wall-mounted heating panel, bed, vet bedding, blanket and regularly refreshed and cleaned water bowls. We have a quiet dog section which is located next to our reception area for the more nervous boarders, with two extra-large (or “double” kennels) for our larger breeds. Most first-time boarders will spend their first stay in this section while we gauge their reaction to the new environment and which part of the kennels they would be best suited to. We do find that most dogs can become slightly bored in this area and are better suited to our middle section. Our “middle” section holds the majority of boarders. We have several chew-proof kennels in this section, and three extra-large kennels. Our “bottom” section is for the noisiest boarders, where we have an extra-large kennel and several chew-proof kennels. We also have music playing throughout all areas of the kennels at a low volume as we find it settles the dogs. We have radiators throughout the corridors to keep the building at a pleasant temperature during colder weather, and over-head extractor fans for the warmer months.
Breeds We accept all breeds, sizes, ages, genders and temperaments of dogs. As long as your dog is people-friendly we are happy to board them!
Exercise Dogs are all exercised three times a day either out in the run or walked down the farm road. We walk all dogs on slip collars and extendable leads and are kept on leads at all times outwith the kennels. Two dogs may be walked together if they are both friendly, however reactive dogs will be walked on their own. We also have three large runs for the dogs to have off-lead exercise and play. Dogs from the same family may share a run, however unfamiliar dogs will not. We have two runs which share a fence and we will often put a dog into either side to test how they get along before we walk them together. Certain dogs (i.e. older arthritic dogs) may be better suited to run-only exercise, which will be discussed prior to boarding with owner. We accept reactive dogs as our set-up prevents dogs from mixing.
Routine All dogs are walked and/or put into our exercise runs first thing in the morning, with every kennel being cleaned of hair and any accidents which may have happened during the night. Every kennel is disinfected and sterilised; all water bowls are emptied, cleaned and re-filled. Any soiled or chewed-up bedding will be replaced. The first* meal of the day will be given approximately half an hour later, and all corridors will be disinfected and hosed down to remove any remaining dirt and hair. Dishes will be collected once dogs have finished their breakfast and cleaned. Lunch-time walks begin at 12PM, and dogs are given their longest walk of the day. Their second* meal will be provided at 3PM. Their final walk of the day will begin at 4PM. From there all corridors will be disinfected and hosed down again once all dogs have been settled back into their kennels. All waters will be topped up and cleaned out if needed as dogs are bedded down for the night. Every dog will be given a bed-time treat (provided they don’t have any allergies), lights will be turned off and all doors will be locked for the night. The staff are in the Kennels between the hours of 8AM and 6PM, with the dogs being left over night. *meals are provided twice a day unless otherwise stated by owner.
Feeding We can provide a basic working dog complete food, or Skinners sensitive food, with a variety of tinned meats. If your dog has any allergies or dietary requirements you must provide their own food. Meals are provided twice a day unless otherwise stated by owner.
Medication We have extensive experience with medication and keep detailed records for each dogs stay. We do not supply medication, so please remember to bring it with you when you drop your pet off for their stay. A written explanation of when and what the dog/cat gets is always helpful for us. If medication is required every 12 hours, we will administer it at 8am & 6pm (10 hours apart).
Vaccinations Dogs must be vaccinated against Distemper, Hepatitis and Leptospirosis. Up-to-date vaccination records must be provided when you drop your pet off with us.
Kennel Cough Kennel Cough, or Canine Bronchitis, has become more common in recent years. Like winter ailments in humans it moves through an area infecting some individuals, but not others, with symptoms which can range in severity. Generally it is not something to be worried about, though in some cases it can develop into a nasty condition, as a cold can develop into flu, or even pneumonia. However in most cases the treatment (if any) is simple and effective. As it runs through the area the chances are that we may catch an infection. Easter Urray follows strict cleansing and sanitation procedures. However, no amount of supervision, sanitation or personalized care by any boarding facility can prevent a dog from catching an airborne virus as even when we have cleared it out we can be re-infected by an incoming dog the next day. It is your decision to get the Kennel Cough vaccine. As the Vaccine does not provide protection against all of the viruses that can cause this condition, a dog may become ill even if he's been vaccinated. This is why we do not insist on it. If you do decide to get the vaccine, it needs to be at least 14 days before the dog comes into kennels. If it has not been 14 days, then we can not accept the dog. The condition may manifest itself up to 5 days after contraction. Fortunately, the majority of cases are not serious, resolving on their own in a week or two. Affected dogs usually remain active and alert and continue to eat well. Generally vet treatment is a jab and a short course of antibiotics and sometimes a cough suppressant. We will not accept dogs which have been given the Kennel Cough vaccine within 14 days of boarding.
Extra If a dog has boarded with us for a long stay or ends up dirty/smelly then they may recieve a complimentary bath before going home. If your dog has any skin allergies or does not like baths/water please make us aware. Any bedding which you have supplied for your pets stay will also be washed. If you dog has any reactions to detergent please make us aware beforehand.
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