Day Care
a service for those living or working in East Lothian, providing a home environment in which your dog can rest & play all day, & including at least an hour’s walk
The basics
I provide a day care service for your dog(s) in my own home in Cockenzie. You drop off & collect your dog(s) at prearranged times that fit in with your own work or leisure schedule; Your dog spends the day in the company of me & my own dogs, with access to my secure back garden & a full toy box, & lots of individual attention. In addition your dog will receive at least a one hour walk in the surrounding area, where they will have the opportunity to be off lead & socialise with other dogs (where appropriate).
Jessie picks a favourite toy
Safety
Living with 3 greyhounds, I like to think that our house & the items within it are well & truly ‘dog proofed’, & the garden is secured by a 6 foot high fence. I have lots of suitable bedding which your dog can use, & a comfy sofa as well! Your dog will have constant access to fresh drinking water & frequent opportunities to toilet outside. I can feed snacks or meals provided by you as well, & also administer any necessary medications.
In general I will not provide day care for more than three dogs at a time, & take a great deal of care to ensure dogs cared for together are comfortable in each other’s company. All dogs must be house trained to a reasonable level, though I do understand that accidents happen now & then, & be able to walk sensibly on a lead. I do not provide day care for bitches in heat, & recommend that all adult dogs be neutered unless there is a particular reason why not.
I am a competent canine first aider & will always have first aid supplies to hand at my house. I am covered by an insurance policy for Public Liability & Third Party Risks up to £2 million any one claim, including cover for pets in my care up to £5000. However, it is still advisable that you provide Pet Insurance for your own dogs.
I ask that you ensure your dog’s vaccinations are up to date, & will require to see proof of this at our initial meeting. This is for the protection of both your own dog & others who are in my care. I also advise that clients provide their dogs with regular flea & worm treatments, as well as kennel cough vaccination, to prevent the spread of disease amongst the dogs in my care.
Dylan & Roman relaxing together
The benefits
