Boarding your dog or cat with Old Towne Animal Hospital...

If you're going somewhere and are unable to bring your dog or cat along, whatever the reason, you are in luck! We now offer boarding for our clients' beloved pets. 

 Dogs

To save time for you (and our staff) you can print the Boarding Authorization form here and have it filled out the day of drop off, or email the completed form to us ahead of time at myvet@oldtowneah.com. If you are unable to print this form at home, please call our office and we can mail it to you.

We have a list of requirements that include:

* Your dog's Annual Physical Exam must be current. If it is due it can be done during his/her stay and added to your boarding charges.

*Your dog's DHP (Distemper/Hepatitis/Parvo), Rabies, and Bordetella (kennel cough) must be up to date. If they are due, they can be done prior to being dropped off (recommended) or administered the day your pet is dropped off.

*Your dog will receive a Capstar tablet the day of arrival, and again the day of departure regardless of whether they are on flea prevention at home. We do this to protect not only your pet, but also the others that are in the Hospital. Capstar is a very safe pill that kills adult fleas only, for 24 hours. This ensures that your pet does not come in with fleas, and does not go home with fleas.

What can you expect for your dog(s) during his/her stay with us?

•We have large indoor runs for big dogs, and small to medium sized cages for small to medium breeds.

*The large dog runs can be requested for your smaller dog(s) if you want them to have a little more room, but please note that this is only availble for the smaller dogs on an "as available" basis. For example, if a large breed dog is admitted that can not fit into a small cage, the smaller dog(s) are automatically defaulted to a smaller cage until the run becomes available again.

•Boarding dogs are taken out for a short walk/potty break a minimum of 3 times daily (morning, afternoon, and evening) in our secure backyard area. We do not allow them to play off leash, or with other dog friendly dogs unless authorized by you (the owner or pet's represenatative) ahead of time.

•Our office is closed on Sundays, so things are done a little differently. We have one of our technicians come in twice (morning and evening) to feed, walk, and play with your dog(s) as well as clean their living area.

•Walks outside of our facility can be provided if requested and authorized by you (the owner or pet's represenatative), and can only be done as time permits by technicians on a volunteer basis.

•Your dog's run/cage is to be cleaned a minimum of once every 24 hours, regardless of whether it appears to need it or not. Cleaning is done more frequently as needed (if accidents occur).

•Meals and Feeding: We closely follow whatever specifications you make in regard to your pet's food regimen. We encourage you to bring your dog's normal diet, treats, etc to avoid dietary indiscretion and potential GI upset that could result from sudden change of food.

*Should you forget to bring your pet's normal food when you drop off, or choose not to bring your own food, we will feed our hospital food at an additional charge. We feed a bland diet of either Purina EN, or Iams Low Residue dry or wet.

•Medications: If your pet needs medicating during his/her stay we are happy to administer them at an additional charge. Please be very specific about when the medications need to be given, and how often (especially if they were not prescribed by us).

•Belongings: You are welcome to bring whatever items you feel appropriate for your dog (bed, toys, chewies, etc) but please label them thoroughly with your name, and your pet's name so they do not become lost.

Cats

To save time for you (and our staff) you can print the Boarding Authorization form here and have it filled out the day of drop off, or email the completed form to us ahead of time at myvet@oldtowneah.com. If you are unable to print this form at home, please call our office and we can mail it to you.

We have a list of requirements that include:

*Your cat's Annual Physical Exam must be current. If it is due it can be done during his/her stay and added to your boarding charges.

*Your cat's RCPC (Rhinotracheitis/Chlamydia/Panluekopenia/Calicivirus), and Rabies vaccines must be up to date. If they are due, they can be done prior to being dropped off (recommended) or administered the day your pet is dropped off and added to your boarding charges.

*Your cat will receive a Capstar tablet the day of arrival, and again the day of departure regardless of whether they are on flea prevention at home. We do this to protect not only your pet, but also the others that are in the Hospital. Capstar is a very safe pill that kills adult fleas only, for 24 hours. This ensures that your pet does not come in with fleas, and does not go home with fleas.

What can you expect for your cat(s) during his/her stay with us?

•We have small to medium sized cages in which your cat(s) will be housed.

•Boarding cats are given love and affection a minimum of 3 times daily (morning, afternoon, and evening) but are typically not taken out for playtime due to flight risk.

•Our office is closed on Sundays, so things are done a little differently. We have one of our technicians come in twice (morning and evening) to feed, and play with your cat(s) as well as clean the living area.

•Your cat's cage is to be cleaned a minimum of once every 24 hours, regardless of whether it appears to need it or not. Cleaning is done more frequently as needed (if accidents occur).

•Meals and Feeding: We closely follow whatever specifications you make in regard to your pet's food regimen. We encourage you to bring your cat's normal diet, treats, etc to avoid dietary indiscretion and the potential GI upset that could result from sudden change of food.

*Should you forget to bring your pet's normal food when you drop off, or choose not to bring your own food, we will feed our hospital food at an additional charge. We feed a bland diet of either Purina EN, or Iams Low Residue dry or wet.

•Medications: If your pet needs medicating during his/her stay we are happy to administer them at an additional charge. Please be very specific about when the medications need to be given, and how often (especially if they were not prescribed by us).

•Belongings: You are welcome to bring whatever items you feel appropriate for your cat (bed, toys, chewies, etc) but please label them thoroughly with your name, and your pet's name so they do not become lost.