From retrievers and herders
to even the smallest dogs—historically bred to capture vermin—by nature, are
energetic, smart and designed to perform a variety of jobs—of which solitary
couch potato is not included! Dogs are social animals that enjoy spending time
with people and other dogs, so when left alone a resourceful canine will find
ways to keep busy. Chewing on your furniture, tunneling under the backyard
fence and running through the neighbor’s garden, or barking and howling
excessively are all game for a fun adventure.
The challenge with keeping your dog out of trouble is
that while everyone is away—at work or at school—the house can be a quiet,
lonely place. There are several options for providing your pet with plenty of
exercise, enrichment and training to ensure a happy pup…and that your favorite
pair of shoes remains free of teeth marks. A doggie daycare program is one
option that offers many benefits to the dog and owner.
A
Matter of Health and Happiness
The daily activities
of a daycare program target the social, emotional and physical wellness of your
dog. Obesity and depression are real health challenges faced by dogs too. With
over 70% of dogs considered overweight, exercise is an important part of
maintaining a healthy weight. As a social species, dogs instinctively want to
be part of a pack which includes being an important member of the family as
well as belonging to a group of friends at a dog park or involved with a
pet-centric program. A good, well-structured daycare program should offer
plenty of exercise with an open area for free play and companionship with other
dogs, activities for enrichment and fun, and personal attention to match the
unique needs of your dog.
Too
Busy for Bad Behavior
Energy that is directed toward positive, healthy
experiences and productive playtime leads to better behavior in public and at
home. Dogs that receive the level of exercise and enrichment needed to burn off
the excess energy are less likely to engage in destructive or bad behaviors due
to boredom. Staying active throughout the day means your dog
will arrive home tired but happy so you can both unwind
together. A daycare program with highly-trained staff can provide reinforcement
of skills and manners learned during training. Even among dogs, unruly
behaviors can be socially unacceptable within an organized pack.
Being active has helped
Bella...
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| Bella and Harvey quickly became best buds. |
Bella, a German Shepard, recently
started attending the daycare program a couple days a week since her mother
works the night shift and sleeps during the day. Short walks weren’t enough for
Bella’s level of energy and jumping up to greet people was becoming a behavior
challenge.
“She seems more content since coming to daycare to play, which pleases me. It gives me peace-of-mind knowing that she’s in good
care,” expressed Bella’s mom Roseanne.
A day full of activities gives Bella the
energy outlet she needs, and the teachers have been working with her to correct
the jumping, which Roseanne said has calmed Bella down a lot. “Bella loves
playing with the other dogs and she comes home tired,” added Roseanne.
Daycare
at Holiday House Pet Resort
A typical day at Holiday House Pet Resort Doggie Daycare
includes up to 10 hours of structured activities and free play, with a mid-day
group siesta with relaxing music. Students enjoy themed weeks filled with daily
activities including art projects, birthday parties with special treats, agility
exercises, enrichment activities, pool splashing, and special events like a
visit with a pet psychic ,Super Bowl inspired party or summer camp. Attend for
two days or all week, rain or shine, your dog will enjoy personal attention and
companionship in a healthy, caring atmosphere. Daycare is the perfect
worry-free alternative to leaving your furry friend alone at home.
For a free daycare
evaluation and trial, look for the special coupon in our March newsletter or call
215-345-6960 for details and to schedule a convenient appointment.
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