Before we can board your pet we have to know that it is up to date on its shots. That means you need to provide us with a Proof of Vaccination from your vet. We do need to get the Proof of Vaccination at least seven days before your pet is scheduled to stay with us. You can drop it by if convenient or you can fax it to us at 630-690-5721.
For dogs, we require DHLPP, bortdatella & rabies. If you are not certain that your dog has these shots current, please call your vet and ask. If you do need to have your pet's shots updated, please do so at least a week before coming in. Some varieties of the Bordatella vaccination can cause your dog to be contagious for kennel cough for several days after receiving it. Again, we do need to have the Proof of Vaccination seven days before your pet's scheduled arrive date.
For cats we require FVRCP and rabies vaccination.
We do have a house food at Happy Paws. It's Canidae. Most pets find Canidae to be very palatable and we have very few problems with indigestion brought on by change of diet. Of course, if your pet is a finicky eater or has special dietary needs then you are welcome to bring your own food. We just ask that you measure out the number of meals your pet will be here for and add one or two in case we spill some or you can't get back on the day you intend.
Please bring in any medications that your pet requires. We will be happy to give your pet pills or liquid medications for no additional fee. Please call and talk to us if your pet needs any other kind of medication.
We request that all medications be in the original container with instructions from the veterinarian.
Please feel free to bring in a toy or two for your pet. The only rule we have on this is that we have to be able to sanitize the toy. As long as we can either spray it with a sanitizing solution or throw it in the washing machine it's acceptable.
Pets in boarding can sometimes be destructive. Any toy you bring in may be chewed up by your dog. Don't bring anything that you do not want to lose.
The same rules for toys apply to bedding. You can bring in any bedding you like for your pet as long as we can sanitize it and remember that it might get chewed up. If your bed can go in the washing machine you can bring it with. We're sorry, but we cannot take beds that have foam rubber or woodchips in them because we cannot sanitize those materials.
We like to give our guests treats several times a day. We have treats of our own that we will give your pet, but we would rather give them a favorite treat.