Great dog boarding facilities can be hard to find and leaving your dog (or cat) in someone else’s care can be nerve-racking, especially when you’re not sure what goes on behind those kennel doors. In this episode, Amy sits down with Carmen Rustenbeck, Founder & CEO of the International Boarding & Pet Services Association (IBPSA), to talk about what safe, professional pet care really looks like and how to choose a boarding facility (for your dog OR cat) that meets your standards for quality and compassion.
Whether you’re boarding for a day or a week, this episode will help you feel confident, prepared, and in control of your pet’s well-being.
BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER:
• The biggest mistakes pet parents make when choosing a dog boarding facility
• What separates a safe, professional dog boarding from one that could put your pet’s health or happiness at risk
• How to assess pet care, pet safety, staff training, and cleanliness before you book
BONUS RESOURCE:
Visit https://www.ibpsa.com/for-consumers/
to download a free pet care checklist you can use while evaluating dog boarding or cat boarding facilities or other pet professional services.
CONNECT WITH CARMEN RUSTENBECK
Website: ibpsa.com
OTHER LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
• Fear Free Pet Program: fearfree.com
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