Believe it or not, the holiday season is just around the corner. If you are planning to travel for Thanksgiving or Christmas, you are likely already thinking about booking a boarding reservation for your pet. If you haven’t booked yet, now is the time to check out Hotail Unleashed for your holiday boarding needs (spots in Tupelo fill up fast)!
Before you pack your bags, there is one crucial step you cannot overlook: ensuring your pet is fully up-to-date on their preventative care and vaccines.
Why Boarding Facilities Are So Strict
If you have ever boarded your pet, you know that reputable facilities require proof of certain vaccinations. This isn’t just a bureaucratic hurdle; it is a vital safety measure.
When multiple dogs or cats share a space, the risk of transmitting contagious illnesses skyrockets. Your pet will be sharing common air and play spaces with other animals. To safely board your pet, they need protection against highly contagious social illnesses.
For dogs, this means ensuring they are current on their Bordetella (Kennel Cough) vaccine, as well as their core DAPP, Leptospirosis, and Rabies vaccines. It is also highly recommended they have a clean Intestinal Parasite Screen to ensure they aren’t bringing any unwanted guests into the facility.
The Problem with Last-Minute Vaccines
It is incredibly common for pet owners to realize their dog’s Bordetella vaccine has expired just days before their trip.
Vaccines take time to trigger a full immune response. If you vaccinate your dog the day before you drop them off at a boarding facility, they will not be fully protected against the illnesses they might encounter. We strongly recommend updating their vaccines at least two weeks prior to their stay so their immune system has time to build a proper defense.
Travel Prep is Easier with a Preventative Care Plan
If keeping track of due dates and paying for boarding-required vaccines all at once stresses you out, our Preventative Care Plans are the perfect solution.
When your pet is enrolled in one of our plans, their recommended core and lifestyle vaccines, as well as their intestinal parasite screenings, are already included in their low monthly payment. You won’t have to worry about an unexpected bill right before a vacation—you can just request their records and go.
Don’t wait for the holiday rush to realize your pet is unprotected. Check out our Preventative Care Plans online today and get your pet ready for a safe, healthy stay at Hotail Unleashed!
