Bayside Pet Centre - a 5 star pet holiday

Q1: What do I need to bring?
A1: C5 Vaccination certificate
Medications/instruction sheet (If any)
Special diet/instruction sheet (If any)

Q2: Do I need to bring anything else for my dog?
A2: No, Bayside Pet Centre provides all bowls, bedding and food, unless your dog is on a special diet, for health reasons. Our sleeping quarters are clean, warm and enclosed. We provide all bedding, enabling us to keep the environment hygienic. Toys will not be necessary as there will be a friendly companion found for your pet. Your pet will be able to enjoy it's toys once he or she returns home.

Q3: Will my dog be alright once I leave?
A3: Yes! Dogs do tend to pick up on owner's tensions, worries and stress levels! Most times we find people will say that their dogs may fret, however the tension and fretting is mostly on the owner's part! We commonly find that once the owner leaves and their dog comes into the complex, hears other dogs barking and smells all new and exciting smells, it soon forgets that it was worried (mainly it's owner's anxiety!).
As we move closer to its accommodation/garden area, the dog will start to pull on lead and get really excited as it begins to adapt to its home away from home.
It's pace will quicken once it hears and sees other dogs in surrounding garden areas.
It will be so excited to get into its own area as quickly as possible and to meet it's new friend! Tail will be wagging at a million miles an hour!
In the meantime, dog's poor owner has to sit in their car, or on a plane for hours! (I do believe that their dog got the better deal!!!) P.S. NO, we only board dogs not humans!

Q4: Can I bring my dog along for the inspection?
A4: No. Your dog will probably want to stay with us then and there! On a more serious note, we do not allow dogs into the kennel facility until the day they are to board with us and only after we have confirmed their C5 vaccination status. When you come through for an inspection, you will be able to see our facility and decide whether you would like your pet to be our guest.

Q5: Do I need to bring my own food?
A5: No, unless your dog is on a special diet for medical reasons, we provide all food. Please refer to "Fine Dining" for our menu.

Q6: Also, which foods can make my pet ill?
A6: Yes, there are foods out there which we (humans) can eat and digest relatively safely, but are not at all suitable for our dogs. If you are not sure about your pet's diet, please check with your vet for further advice. Some foods not meant for dogs are: Chocolate, Grapes/raisins, Mushrooms, Onions, Alcohol, Ham (Also beware of fatty marrow bones).

Q7: Are some dogs physically tired after boarding? Why?
A7: Yes, dogs do get tired. They exercise more here than in most boarding kennels, and in many instances, more than they would at home. Many dogs get bored and sleep all day in their backyard at home. At Bayside Pet Centre, we have them out for most of the day in one of many garden areas, so they have lots of exercise, socialization and stimulation. Dogs generally bounce back once they have caught up on their sleep and rest (usually between 2-3 days).