Thanksgiving is a time of joy, gratitude, and family - and that includes our furry family members too! At Ormond Beach Dog Boarding, we believe in making every occasion special for our canine friends. This Thanksgiving, why not create some fun and memorable moments for your dog? Here are some unique ideas and dog-friendly recipes to help you celebrate Thanksgiving with your pooch.
1. A Thanksgiving Feast for Fido: While you savor your Thanksgiving dinner, don't forget to whip up something special for your dog. A simple yet delicious meal can be made by mixing boiled, boneless, unseasoned turkey with a little pumpkin puree and carrots. This not only allows your dog to partake in the Thanksgiving festivities but also keeps their diet safe and healthy. 2. Thankful Walks: Take the spirit of Thanksgiving outdoors with a 'thankful walk' with your dog. As you enjoy the scenery and calmness, reflect on the joy and companionship your dog brings into your life. This can be a serene and bonding experience, perfectly aligning with the essence of the holiday. 3. Turkey Chase Dog Game: Engage your dog in a playful 'Turkey Chase' game. Use their favorite toy and initiate a fun chase around the house or yard. This activity not only keeps your dog entertained and active but also lets them engage in a Thanksgiving-themed play. 4. Dog-Friendly Pumpkin Cookies: Bake some pumpkin dog cookies as a special Thanksgiving treat. Ingredients:
As always, it's important to consider any dietary restrictions or allergies your dog may have and consult your veterinarian with any concerns about homemade dog treats. 5. Puppy Pampering and the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade Watch Party: Treat your dog to a relaxing spa experience before all the family dinner mayhem occurs. A gentle bath, a soothing brush, or a calming massage can help them feel extra loved and pampered (and look their best for when guest arrive!). Dress them in some cute fall attire and cuddle up to watch the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. This quiet time with them in the morning before family arrives will give them the affection they crave before your attention is diverted to the dinner festivities. 6. A Moment of Gratitude: This Thanksgiving, amidst the hustle and bustle of preparing meals and gathering with family and friends, it's important to pause and reflect on the special bond we share with our dogs. Our furry companions provide us with unconditional love, joy, and comfort, enhancing our lives in countless ways. Here at Ormond Beach Dog Boarding, we understand deeply the value of this bond and are incredibly grateful for the opportunity to care for these wonderful animals. Dogs have a unique way of bringing happiness into our lives. They greet us with wagging tails after a long day, offer comfort when we're feeling down, and share in our moments of joy with exuberant energy. They don’t just live in our homes; they live in our hearts, becoming irreplaceable members of our families. This Thanksgiving, take a moment to appreciate the countless ways your dog has enriched your life:
As a team dedicated to caring for dogs, we at Ormond Beach Dog Boarding feel a profound sense of gratitude for being able to look after your beloved pets. We understand the trust you place in us to care for a member of your family, and we don't take this responsibility lightly. Every wagging tail, playful bark, and contented nap they take under our care reminds us of the joy and privilege we have in being a part of their lives. In this season of thankfulness, let's all take a moment to appreciate the incredible gift that is our dogs. They ask for little but give so much in return, teaching us about love, joy, and companionship. This Thanksgiving, let’s make sure our furry friends know just how much they are cherished. ________________ Interested in booking a stay or scheduling a meet-and-greet? Visit us at www.OrmondBeachDogBoarding.com and send us a message, we'll promptly reply with our availability for your stay request! As this is quite a busy time of year for travel, we are nearly fully booked until the new year, however we are accepting 2024 reservations!
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If you love your dog, but need to travel for work or pleasure, the last thing you want to do is leave Fido behind. When we started going through the process of trying to decide where our previous dog would be safe while we were away on business trips or vacations, traditional kennels didn't seem like an option. They often smell bad and are far from sanitary when it comes to cleanliness. And then there's always something sad about leaving your pet in a cage with strangers that don't really know them or care about them as much as we do as their owners! Thankfully there is another option: booking an in-home pet sitter. Your dog will appreciate the luxuries of a home-like environment, in the sitters home, while you're away and best of all you'll rest easy knowing they are being spoiled! Here are 10 reasons why in-home dog boarding is better (in our opinion!) than traditional kennel style boarding. 1. Your pets receives lots of individual attention when they're being board in someone's home. Your pet will receive lots of individual attention when they’re being boarded in someone's home. The sitter will know your pet's personality, likes and dislikes. They will know their routine and medical history, which means that they can provide an even better level of care than a kennel would be able to offer (noise, barking and other stress factors). If you're worried about leaving your dog alone at home for long periods of time this may be a good option for you as well because it gives them more space to move around within a home-like environment instead of being confined to one room like traditional boarding does. 2. Meet-n-greets A meet-n-greet is a great way to get an idea of what the sitter's home will be like, and whether it will be a good fit for your pet. Many in-home boarders offer meet-n-greets as an option so that you can spend time with them and see the home before deciding whether or not to board with them. Meet-n-greets are also helpful because they give you the opportunity to learn about the sitter's credentials, experience and approach to pet care. If your dog has allergies or other health issues, for example, you'll want to make sure that your chosen sitter has experience handling these situations naturally so that he or she can provide excellent care during his stay! 3. Familiarity with the environment, surroundings and routine. In-home boarding offers a more familiar environment and surrounding for your dog. This makes them feel more comfortable and they are less likely to exhibit any behavioral changes than if they were in a traditional kennel style facility. The pet sitter will also be able to maintain their pet's daily routine of eating, sleeping and potty schedules. This helps reduce anxiety for the dog because he/she knows what's coming next. 4. More humane for the animal. The main reason why in-home boarding is so much better than traditional, outdoor kennel boarding is that it's more humane. Dogs are social creatures, and they shouldn't be locked up in a kennel for hours on end. They don't like being left alone and can experience separation anxiety. In fact, many dogs with separation issues will thrive at an in-home facility because the caretakers there are able to monitor their behavior closely and tailor the dog's schedule to fit its needs. 5. With an in-home pet sitter, you can set up regular communications so that you can check in on your pet from anywhere in the world and see how they're doing while you're away from home. When you board your dog in a traditional facility, they may be isolated from humans. This means that they won't get the same amount of attention and love that they would at home, which can lead to health issues and other problems. With an in-home pet sitter, you can set up regular communications so that you can check in on your pet from anywhere in the world and see how they're doing while you're away from home. Your sitter will inform you of any changes in their behavior, eating or sleep schedules or anything else that needs attention. 6. Your dog won't have any interactions with potentially sick dogs at a typical boarding facility. When you take your dog to a traditional boarding facility, there's a chance he will be exposed to other dogs who are sick. Because of this, your dog may develop an illness and then spread it back home with him. In-home dog boarding is safer because the pet is kept in his own home without exposure to other pets or their germs. This can help avoid illness and also keep it from spreading through your home! 7. If there are any emergencies, your qualified pet sitter will only be a call or text away! If you experience an emergency or travel delay, your qualified pet sitter will only be a call or text away! Unlike traditional kennels, who can sometimes seem more like factories than places of comfort and care, in-home pet sitters are available to help you through almost any situation. And we're not just talking about medical emergencies—if you need to check in with the dog sitter from anywhere in the world, they will be able to provide updates on how your pup is doing. 8. 1-on-1 attention and care
9. Your pet is usually better fed when they are being boarded by someone who cares about their needs and not just the bottom line at a kennel boarding facility.
10. In-home pet care is far less expensive than kennel boarding and is often cheaper than hiring a dog walker.
To wrap it all up... If you're looking for a better way to care for your pet while you're away from home, we encourage you to consider hiring an in-home dog boarder. Not only will your furry family member be happier, but they'll also receive more individual attention than at a traditional kennel boarding facility. With an in-home pet sitter, you can set up regular communications so that you can check in on your pet from anywhere in the world and see how they're doing while you're away from home. The dog won't have any interactions with sick dogs at the boarding facility; instead, they'll participate in more activities such as playing fetch or going on walks. Your qualified pet sitter will only be a call or text away! Book a stay today with Ormond Beach In-home Dog Boarding at www.OrmondBeachDogBoarding.com When you're back from all your holiday travel, make time for your four legged friend by joining a 40 mile dog walk challenge to raise awareness for St. Jude Childrens hospital! After burning all those calories, you'll be set to plan your next vacation again - make sure to reach out to Ormond Beach Dog Boarding to book a stay when you do!
Join supporters like you who are taking on the 40 Mile Dog Walk in January Challenge to raise funds and support the St. Jude mission: Finding cures. Saving children.® Because of generous donors and fundraisers, families never receive a bill from St. Jude for treatment, travel, housing or food — so they can focus on helping their child live. St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is a 401(c)(3) organization under the Internal Revenue Code and is eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions. Treatments invented at St. Jude have helped push the overall childhood cancer survival rate from 20% to more than 80% since the hospital opened in 1962. St. Jude won't stop until no child dies from cancer. St. Jude shares the discoveries it makes, and every child saved at St. Jude means doctors and scientists worldwide can use that knowledge to save thousands more children. Sign up for the St. Jude Challenge: https://www.facebook.com/groups/696876701730440 St. Jude is not affiliated with Ormond Beach Dog Boarding - we just love them! Stress-free for Both You & Your Pet!
Kennels are crowded! Dropping your dog off can be a nerve-racking experience for both you and your pooch. In-home boarding allows your dog to keep his or her routines while receiving personalized 1-on-1 care while you're away. Kennels have been notorious for causing anxiety in dogs resulting in appetite loss, not drinking, or fear of abandonment. Not to mention, kennels can be overly loud and chaotic causing your dog to be overstimulated and result in heightened stress levels, you avoid all of this with choosing to board in-home with Ormond Beach In-home Dog Boarding & Pet Sitting. All The Comforts of Home The best part of boarding your dog with Ormond Beach In-Home Dog Boarding is that they'll experience all the comforts and familiarities of home. Your pet wont be locked in a cage all day, they'll have free range of our immaculate 4 bedroom house and have ample access to cozy beds, couches and play space to keep them comfortable and occupied. We encourage our pet parents to pack along their pets comfort items from bedding, food/water, treats and toys. Photo & Video Updates Being away from our pets can be hard. Receive daily updates with photos, videos, or even facetime/video call check-ins to ease your anxiety while you're away. We won't bombard you with messages, but if you prefer we are happy to send video/picture updates and fill you in on details of your dogs stay. From eating to playtime, you'll always be in the loop. Less Risk of Illness, Fleas & Disease Kennels are a breeding grounds for illnesses like kennel cough, fleas/ticks, ringworm, the canine flu and many others. Avoid the risk of your dogs exposure to these problems by choosing an in-home sitter. We pride ourselves on our clean and orderly home and have safety measures in place to keep your dog happy and healthy while they are in our care! FREE* Initial Meet N' Greet! We proudly offer free initial meet n' greets. Drop by our house and introduce your dog to us, get to know us, and see our home. We can talk through any concerns or worries you may have. Make note of routines, if they are allowed on the furniture, etc. This is the perfect opportunity to make sure you're comfortable with choosing us, and for your dog to get to know us before their stay. We generally schedule these before the stay, but if time doesn't allow - we always allow our pet parents to hang around as long as they feel comfortable to get their dog adjusted at drop-off. Set up a meet & greet today! Adequate Potty Breaks Kennels are often overpacked and understaffed. This means, your dog may be forced to hold out for their turn to be let out, or potentially have an accident in their enclosure. Accidents can cause not only embarrassment or humiliation for your dog, but if their space is too small they may have nowhere else to lay than in their own urine/feces. This can cause urine burn on their skin, or a multitude of different health issues. We keep a close eye on your dog and provide ample opportunities for potty breaks to keep them comfortable while you're away. Plenty of Play Time There's no doubt your dog is going to wonder where you've gone. We help ease their anxiety with plenty of play time to distract them from you being away. From walks around the neighborhood to playtime on the floor we help stimulate their brains to shy away from the sadness of missing you and focus on having a good ole' time! Consider us the fun fill-in grandparents, we're here when you need us! Affordability & So Much More "Bark," for your buck! Kennels and boarding facilities can be expensive. Get so much more personalized one-on-one care for your companion with in-home dog boarding and pet sitting. With discounts for extended stays, and promotions throughout the year, we promise the best value in care for your pet while you're away. ✓Background Checked Sitter Rest easy knowing your dog is in safe, reliable hands. A comprehensive background check has been administered and we are happy to provide Ormond Beach Florida and surrounding residents with compassionate dog boarding and pet sitting in a professional and safe environment from sitters that have been background checked and are clear of any criminal history, theft, or abuse. Insured Our services are backed by comprehensive pet sitting insurance coverage that protects you, your pet and any unlikely instances that may occur. BOOK A STAY |
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