It seems unfair and potentially counterproductive to kennel house-trained dogs in situations where they are not given time on real grass. Pet owners have worked hard to train their dog to use the grass, not the cement, not the gravel drive, not the patio, etc. Some kennels let the dogs outside, but still keep them on cement or gravel. Some kennels don’t even let the dogs outside.
This can cause a well-housebroken dog to hold it in until they are miserable and can’t hold it anymore. Staying in this situation also has the potential to retrain the dog that the cement, gravel or even inside are okay places to go.
That’s why at Healing Springs, the standard kennel cost includes time in the fenced-in back yard four times daily for dogs. Based on their personalities, some dogs have free run of our fenced-in yard, and some dogs are leash walked. At Healing Springs, there is the added peace of mind of knowing that pets are well looked after. Both the veterinarians and the highly experienced team of veterinary assistants see the pets multiple times per day.
Learn more:
When Kenneling Can Cause a Breakdown in House Training: https://healingspringsanimalhospital.com/Pet-Boarding-Galax.html
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