BEFORE THEIR FIRST VISIT
A good start for every dog.
Review the requirements for your service, gather your records, and get in touch if you need help. We’ll guide you through the next step.
Daycare & Boarding
Safety first: vaccinations, licensing, health checks, and a social evaluation to ensure smooth playgroups and restful stays.
Vaccinations required:
- Rabies (required)
- Distemper/Parvo (DHPP)
- Bordetella (kennel cough)
- Canine Influenza (highly recommended; may be required during outbreaks)
- Town license and rabies tag required (Ollie’s Law compliance)
- Clean fecal sample; on monthly flea/tick/heartworm prevention
- Spayed/neutered if over 12 months of age
- Pass a behavioral evaluation for social play
- Complete and sign Daycare/Boarding agreement forms; submit up-to-date veterinary records before the first stay
- In good general health and free of contagious conditions (kennel cough, fleas, parasites)
- Puppies: at least 6 months old with core vaccine series completed
Grooming
Low-stress grooming starts with healthy pups and clear records. Let us know if your dog needs special handling.
Vaccinations required:
- Rabies vaccination (required)
- Healthy enough for grooming; free of open wounds or untreated skin conditions
- Submit up-to-date veterinary records before the first appointment
- In good general health and free of contagious conditions (kennel cough, fleas, parasites)
- Puppies: at least 16 weeks old with core vaccine series completed
- If your dog needs special handling, tell us in advance so we can schedule accordingly
If your dog needs special handling, tell us in advance so we can schedule appropriately.
Have questions?
We’re happy to help you gather records, plan special handling, or prep for a first visit.