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Low-Stress Boarding for Small-Breed Dogs
Calm, home-style care for dogs 25 lbs and under in a quiet, secure environment.
Leaving your small dog behind doesn’t have to be stressful.
A Canine Understanding offers low-stress boarding for small-breed dogs 25lbs and under.
Note: General boarding is limited to small dogs due to space and safety considerations. Large‑breed dogs are fully accepted for training services and through my Board & Train program. Training dogs do not interact with small‑dog boarders.
Our calm, structured program is designed for small dogs who may feel overwhelmed in loud, high-volume boarding facilities. We provide personalized care in a quiet, home-style environment so your dog feels safe, comfortable, and well cared for while you’re away.
What Makes Our Boarding Different
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Calm, low-noise, low-traffic environment
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Home-style daytime care — not kennel confinement
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Individualized routines and attention
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Licensed and insured professional care
Your Dog’s Stay
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Individualized care specific to your dog's needs
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Daytime spent in a home with normal routine
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Supervised interaction with other compatible small dogs
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Comfortable spacious kennel runs that are temperature-controlled, and video-monitored for nighttime and quiet times
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Beds and blankets provided
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Toys provided
Boarding Rates
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General Boarding: $55/night
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Special Needs Boarding: $65/night
(Special needs may include dogs in heat, not fully potty trained, selective with other dogs, or requiring additional care.)
Requirements
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Current Rabies, DHPP/DAPP & Bordetella vaccinations
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Effective flea prevention
Ready to Book?
Boarding availability is limited. Contact us to request availability or reserve your dog’s stay.
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FAQ's
How many dogs do you board at one time?
We generally only take 2-4 dogs/puppies for boarding at one time.
What do I need to bring with my dog?
We provide all dishes, beds, blankets, and toys; therefore all you need to bring is your dog and their food.
Do you take puppies? And, at what age?
Yes, we take puppies as young as 8 weeks of age.
Can you accommodate a senior dog?
Yes, we are happy to work with you to ensure your senior pack member has a great stay with us.
My dog is on daily medication, can you administer it?
Yes, we are happy to ensure your dog gets any medicine they have been prescribed.
My dog eats a raw diet, can you accommodate that?
Yes, we are happy to keep your dog on its normal diet while boarding with us.