30/11/2023
Hello Everyone!!
Well... I've purposely been quiet on this subject, for obvious reasons, but I feel like it needs to be addressed.
I may regret this, but I hope everyone will understand....
There is a "mystery" illness going around for dogs, as you have heard I'm sure. I haven't addressed it, but it seems it's as close as Fargo.
This can be devastating.
So... I am requesting that you keep a close eye on your pups. If they have any signs of a cough, runny nose or eyes, lethargy, etc... PLEASE do not bring them here. I have to protect all of my guests.
Some things about how we operate here:
I have no kennels that are abutting, or touching. There is a sizable gap between all permanent spaces. This is to make sure nobody is nose to nose through kennels. This is helpful for contact disease spreading, but doesn't really do a lot if it happens to be airborne... There's nothing i can do about that.
Kennels, dishes, beds and blankets are kept clean and Lysoled during and between use.
I keep the number of guests down, so we don't have a bunch dogs at a time to minimize the risks, but all it takes is one.
Guests do not mingle/play with other guests while here. I let them out separately, or by family. If they are kenneled together they go out together.
In nearly 14 years, we've had one case of kennel cough. No other illnesses have ever spread and I'd love to keep it that way.
All that said, please know I'm doing everything i can to make sure we are a safe place. I have my own dogs too. I'd be beside myself if they, or your pups, got sick.
I need your help with this. If you feel your pup has been exposed or has symptoms, please cancel your stay. I will not only be gracious about this, but very appreciative.
Thank you!! We'll get through this soon I'm sure!