13/01/2025
Just a little reminder of the pinned post which covers most information needed. Mainly for our new clients who haven't seen it.
Any questions please message me.
Thanks Shirl xx
Home Boarding Requirements
Hello I'm Shirley, sorry it's a long read but it has to be done In order for me to have a licence with Bradford Council.
Please respect my phone is on normally 24/7, so all messages and calls late and through the night disturb not only me if sleeping but also the family. This can also unsettle the dogs too. No calls/messages will be answered until after 9am.
For boarding and Day Care:
Your dog(s) must be:
• Vaccinated
• Be well socialised no matter what there age.
• Be able to board with my two springer spaniels and our dauchound who are very friendly
• Fully house trained
• Microchipped
• You will need to provide fully up to date medicate and vet information upon request.
Requirements and standard operations procedures:
• A meet and greet will be provided for dogs and owners prior to boarding.
• A trail over night/day, will be completed in advance and before booking to ensure comfort of dog’s owner and boarder. No dates can be held until trial is completed. This is regulations of Bradford council.
• Owners must remember that emergencies could happen with me so always have a back up where the dog can stay if this should occur, all monies paid would be refunded. Please make sure emergency contact is aware they are down to take care of your dog if this happens.
• Owner to provide their full name, address, and emergency contract details prior to dog boarding.
• Owner MUST complete consent forms and relevant paperwork prior to stay including updates/changes regarding medication and dogs’ health prior to stay.
• Owner must provide details of local emergency contact prior to dogs stay Name, address, telephone, and email address. This can not be yourself or anyone away with you, needs to be someone we can call in a emergency.
• Please be advised that requested dates cannot be held until full booking fee is made. Booking fee invoice will be sent out asap and must be paid with in 24 hours.
• All dogs to be introduced prior to boarding
• A meet and greet to be completed prior to boarding
• All dogs required to be house trained
* NO in season dogs. Any dog who comes into season will have to picked up by the emergency contact.
• Drop off and collection of dogs at Pawfect Stay Dog Boarding by owners, unless otherwise agreed.
• Arrival and collection date of dog to be agreed confirmed and noted prior to dogs arrival. This is done by appointment only.
• Up to date and registered microchip number must be provided from the owner prior to stay
• Owners to provide – blanket, toys (just one of favourite ones), chews, walking equipment ie collar, tags, harness and lead. We have plenty of beds so just ask for a throw or blanket, which must be freshly washed before boarding. Any toys that can't be washed before boarding please leave them at home.
• Owner to provide written details of any exercise restrictions prior to stay. Walks will be for a minimum of 40mins per day. If any dogs required long walks these will be charged extra per walk, £15 per hour.
• Dogs unable to be walked for age or medical reasons will receive human interaction indoors and in the garden under the instructions of the owner.
• Small and large windows are in every room for ventilation and can be adapted accordingly
• White noise ie radio or TV will be on for extra comfort for dogs when absent from property
• Our own tags will be provided to each boarding dog with engraving of P.S.D.B and contact number and are to be worn for the duration of their stay, along with their original tags and collar
• Written and signed confirmation will be required from the owners prior to dogs stay that are free from disease/infection with copies of up to date vaccinations certificates from vets
P.S.D. B is licensed by The City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council number 257812/593007 with a *****star rating to provide dog boarding. Full public liability insurance, disclosure, and barring certificate (DBS formally CRB check) Trained in Pet First Aid and Dog Grooming.
Accommodation – My house is a non smoking home and along with the garden has been inspected and approved by the Met Council. They provide an safe, secure and comfortable environment to your dog to relax in. Most owners prefer their dogs to be in a home from home environment whilst they are on holiday with all the company play and attention they would normally receive. A detailed plan will be made with the owners of theirs dog’s requirements so that routine remains as close to their home experience as possible.
Exercise – a few lovely parks, open countryside and woods are within a small walk or car ride to my home. I have a garden for play and enrichment. Exercise requirements are always discussed and planned with owners to ensure your dog receives the best quality experience whilst you are away. When the weather is either too hot or too cold, the walks will be limited to suit needs.
Health and hygiene – are an essential part of the dog boarding license that all dogs are fully vaccinated, this must include kennel cough, wormed and treated for fleas and that evidence is provided.
This establishes a safe and healthy environment for your pet.
Medication can be administered, and I am able to provide care for elderly visitors P.S.D.B is registered at the local Vets 4 pets Keighley, however details of you regular practice will be taken, and you will always be closely considered if any treatment is required.
A hard copy of confirmation of the following from owners prior to dogs stay:
• Canine parvovirus
• Canine distemper
• Infections canine hepatitis
• Leptospirosis
• Other relevant diseases
• Euthanasia’s will ONLY be administered by a vet at the owner’s consent – unless essential for welfare of the dog.
Clients are liable for costs for any damage, breakages to any contents of the property during the dog's stay. It's our family home and would like it treated with love and respect.
Home boarding prices
Home boarding is a very popular service, if you are looking for holiday care then I do recommend that you make contact well in advance so that you avoid disappointment.
CHARGES
Overnight boarding rate (currently) = £32 per dog / night (adult), &
£37 per dog / night under the age of 8 months.
This is based on 24 hour care, so if you drop your dog 9am you pick up at 9am the following morning, any extra hours will be charged as £3 per hour.
Day care/day boarding 8 - 2 = £25 per dog (adult) any extra hours please speak about & £30 per dog up to the age of 8 months.
Christmas and Bank Holidays £50 per night per dog this includes Christmas Eve And New Year's Eve.
One trial night or just one board night is £37 per night and is to be paid at the time of booking, invoices will be sent out. This is 24-hour care.
The booking fee is 30% of the stay cost which is non-refundable after fourteen days of booking. Booking fees will not be chased up these need to be paid within 24 hours. NO BOOKING FEE PAID. NO BOOKING. Any problems please talk to me. The remaining balance is due the week before boarding, which will be invoiced. This will all be discussed when booking is booked. Payment instalments can be arranged.
All dogs receive plenty of attention and companionship. By licensing requirements, dogs are never left for more than 3 hours in a day and usually not at all.
Location – P.S.D.B is located in Keighley, West Yorkshire. This is a convenient location if you wish to home board your dog good proximity to Leeds Bradford Airport and all major road travel routes.
