05/01/2026
After a lived experience and over a decade in the industry these are the most common issues pet parents tell me they notice after boarding:
– increased clinginess or separation anxiety
– new behaviours like jumping, barking, or reactivity
– resource guarding around food or toys
– extreme over-tiredness
– stress-related illness (including kennel cough)
– disrupted routines that take weeks to reset
this doesn’t mean boarding is “bad”.
it means busy, unfamiliar environments don’t suit every dog.
another common frustration i hear is the lack of communication —
not really knowing how your dog is coping day to day.
we offer an alternative to traditional boarding.
care that’s built around familiarity, routine, and actually knowing your dog — not just supervising them.
this is especially suited to dogs who struggle with overstimulation and parents who want clear communication and peace of mind.
if boarding didn’t work for your dog, you don’t have to repeat the experience.
dm care to check availability.
if you don’t want to repeat the same experience next time, message us to check availability, we have 2 spots left for the Australia Day long weekend