A place to call home away for your dog

PetSmart -

It's all about daytime play and overnight stays.

Day or night, we're there for your pet
You're not the only one who gets vacations. For those times when you need to be away from your friend, we have two great options: PetSmart PetsHotel® and Doggie Day Camp℠.

A day of play: Doggie Day Camp℠
PetSmart Doggie Day Camp is a safe, fun place for your pooch to play the hours away with our caring staff and other dog friends who've been screened for group play. So for those days when work calls you away, or just when your dog needs to socialize or play, you can feel great about leaving him in our hands. A day at Doggie Day Camp is ideal for burning off that extra doggy energy. And when you pick him up, his wagging tail will tell the happy tale of his play day. 

You'll love Doggie Day Camp

• Each dog must pass our Pawsitively Safe℠ Pet Evaluation and Assessment before participating in camp to ensure that all dogs have a safe and enjoyable experience.
• We employ a strict vaccination policy.
• Our Pet Care Specialists are pet-loving pros, PetSmart safety-certified and trained in canine communication.
• Our indoor facility provides a safe, clean, climate-controlled environment for dogs to play in.
• Our Frequent User Program gives you one free session for every ten sessions you purchase per calendar month. 
• We're open seven days a week, with flexible drop-ff and pick-up times. 

Visit doggiedaycamp.petsmart.com for more information and the PetSmart Doggie Day Camp location nearest you. 

A night away: PetSmart PetsHotel®
When you need to be away from your pet overnight, PetSmart PetsHotel is your dream come true. It's a home away from home where you can feel confident entrusting your dog to people who understand him and the special bond you share.

You'll love PetSmart PetsHotel

• Our 24-Hour PetCare Promise℠ means that our Pet Care Specialists, specially selected for their love of pets, are here supervising pets 24-hours a day, seven days a week.
• Caregivers are PetSmart safety-certified and trained in personal pet care.
• Stay in touch with your pooch by calling him on the Bone Booth® telephone.
• Choose between two cozy accommodations:

      - Atrium Rooms: Comfortable and comforting, with a hypoallergenic lambskin bed and room to stretch before settling down

      - Dog Suite: More spacious, private and furnished with a lambskin bed, Poochy Cot and a TV tuned to pet-centric shows

• Plus, choose from lots of extras, including:

      - An assortment of Pet Packages featuring special treats and playtimes

      - A nail trim, exit bath, Full-Service Groom and more at the PetSmart Grooming Salon, so you'll have a well-groomed dog waiting for you at pick up time

      - A personal training session with a PetSmart Accredited Pet Training Instructor while you're gone means you'll come back to one impressively skilled dog

• We have convenient, extended hours for drop-off and pick-up times

Visit petshotel.petsmart.com to take a virtual tour.

The right care when you're away
For those times when you must leave your pet, the question is to board or not to board.

At-home or a home away from home
Choices for your dog come down to leaving him home alone for short periods, hiring a sitter or giving him a night out. Some pets think a stay away with other dogs is a fun excursion. Others are happiest at home, surrounded by familiar sights and smells. Knowing your pet is the key to making the right choice. If he gets into mischief while you're away or keeps the neighbors awake with all-night cries, a stay away with caring hosts is a good idea. If you're uncertain how he'll react, we invite you to bring your pal by PetSmart PetsHotel for a preliminary visit.

Ease the angst
Whichever you choose, your dog (and you) may experience some separation anxiety. To help calm your canine, here are some expert at-home recommendations:

• Give him a special treat when you leave the house, something he never gets when you're together. That way, your dogs may come to look forward to the treat more than he worries about you saying good-bye.
• Make suitcases fun. Some dogs get really upset when they see the suitcases come out. To ease the anxiety, occasionally take luggage out of the closest even when you're not leaving.
• Leave a light on, or turn on the TV or radio for comforting sights and sounds.
• Comfort him with a crate. Crates are like doggie dens. Dogs get in and realize everything's ok. If your pet isn't already crate trained, talk to a PetSmart associate or read New pet know how: dog crate training for eight steps to a great crate experience.
• If you choose to board at PetSmart PetsHotel, most dogs will benefit from bringing familiar items along. A special toy, their blanket, or one of our slippers will comfort them and ease the anxiety.  

Comments

03 Feb 2010 9:49 am

maddygirl said:

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