OTPR spells LOVE

[Cathy C. Bennett]

The boys are STILL going to camp! I know, I know, I remember my original plan, and I remember what I said: “once Leo becomes a year old, we will probably stop”, then after his birthday, I said “I’ll probably wait until Leo’s closer to two years old, and then leave them home more.”

Well it is time for a complete confession - “the whole truth - nothing but the truth - so help me God.” They will more than likely always be a card carrying member of OTPR www.oldetownepetresort.com The place is just so “dog gone” (pun intended) good at what they do.....

Have you ever gotten hooked on an activity with a group of people - just for fun? Trust me - I truly believe the Olde Towne Pet Resort www.oldetownepetresort.com had that concept in mind when they opened their first establishment.

According to the ASPCA http://aspcabehavior.org/articles/55/Daycare-for-Dogs.aspx “Dog daycare providers can help you meet your dog’s needs for attention, activity and supervision. They provide a great antidote for bored, lonely or high-energy dogs with busy guardians who work away from home all day and don’t want to leave their dogs alone. Daycare isn’t for everybody—or every dog—but if yours enjoys playing and socializing with other dogs and the cost is appropriate for your budget, it can be a great option for your home-alone pal.”

At OTPR www.oldetownepetresort.com they have “over the top” friendly staff. Folks come from behind the front desk, to add a personal touch to their hello when anyone arrives. They understand their clients need a touch, a treat, or both to feel special. Harley & Leo’s morning begins with a ton of attention as they wait for the handlers to come and escort them to their room. After they “meet & greet”, it’s breakfast time and then off to play....

SO, as a pet parent - If you were a “dog” how would you prefer to spend your day:

• home alone

• with some friends

       

Daycare for dogs works similarly to daycare for children. You drop off your dog in the morning, and he gets to play, socialize, snack and nap while you’re off working. Then you pick him up at the end of the workday. Instead of your dog greeting you with loads of pent-up energy, he’ll be pleasantly tired and ready to relax with you all evening.

You could think of most dogs today as “unemployed.” Dogs have been traditionally bred for jobs—typically in hunting, livestock herding, protection or guarding. But their main job today is Couch Potato! Unfortunately, boredom and excess energy are two common reasons for behavior problems in pet dogs.

The main benefits daycares can provide are:

• Relief from boredom

• Relief from loneliness and the anxiety that loneliness can cause in dogs (including separation anxiety)

• Socialization with people

• Much-needed exercise and socialization with other dogs

• Prevention of destructive behavior in the house when unsupervised

• Relief from guilt for pet parents who feel badly about leaving their dogs home alone all day

Is Daycare Right for Your Dog?

For additional information regarding this subject please visit http://aspcabehavior.org/articles/55/Daycare-for-Dogs.aspx  There you will find great tips on how to select a day camp, and what to look for and run from!

Tune in for our next blog when I show you their “report cards” - yes, they get “progress reports!"

Until then, thanks for reading...

[Christine & Shelby]

Shelby goes to play care 2 times a week - she loves it!  Is treated like a celebrity when we arrive.... "Hi Shelby!.... lots of loving and petting" off to play.... 10-11 hours later.... very tired doodle, very happy Christine :o)

[Donna K & Quincy]

This looks like a great place and your doods are beautiful. I'm looking forward to those report cards.

[Jarka, Monty & Auggie]

Wow, I would love a place like that!

[Allyson, Peri & Taquito]

How many doodles are in there? Looks fun!!!!!!!!!!

[Laurie, Fudge, and Vern]

This place looks fantastic. I can't wait to see progress reports. LOL

[Doris, Knox & Flash]

This place looks fantastic! Harley and Leo are lucky (and you, too) to have a play-care like this!

[Jennifer,Chloe & Myla]

You have some lucky doods-why stop now? They would probably be devasted to NOT go!!

Looks like a great time-thanks for the info!

[Barbara B., Sasha & Oliver]

This sounds like a amazing place.  Unfortunately there is nothing around close by where I live.  I work in a huge industrial park and always thought that opening up a pet day care place in my industrial park would be a sure hit because there is absolutely nothing in my area.  How awesome would it be to pass a place on your way to work and drop off your dog and maybe even have valet service !!!  And then be able to stop by on your lunch hour to check on you doggie :)

[Kaytlin and Cooper]

It does look like fun, but id miss my special time with Cooper if she was all tired out from playing all day. i like to play with her, go for a walk etc.

Cooper seems happy at home all day with her cats. She also gets to play with my MILs dog every day.

I do agree though that single dogs do need socialization, be it with the neighbours dog, at the dog park or day