Summer days

Summer days

Regalridge Kennel

Wednesday, May 30, 2012

A cool and wet day brings us closer to the end of May

Showers were forecast and delivered.  It was a cool day with lots of activity.  Trapper Ken carried yet another banded interloper to the wilds of Hants county and set him free.  The project continues.  Both Lee and Ken had appointments and meetings so it was a two vehicle proposition.  Lee went to the city, had her adventures and managed a return on time and on budget to Regalridge.  Our Ken travelled to Truro, suit and tie attired, for a photo op and a meeting.  His return was later but less eventful.  Lee generally finds city center entertaining.  On this occasion, it was an underground parking garage.  City folk appear to get wound up over little things.  Having been pointed down a ramp by the attendant, her vehicle came to a stop at a downturn.  Within seconds, a young woman had advised Lee that there was a problem and it would be a minute before forward momentum could be achieved.  Lee settled to observe.  A man then appeared and stopped to report that he was seeking assistance and it would be a short wait.  This was followed by the aforementioned attendant reappearing, stopping to report that there seemed to be an issue to be resolved but that it wouldn't be long.  As He disappeared around the corner, a second woman appeared to advise that there was a "serious issue - the driver of the truck had been terribly rude to her daughter and that was not to be tolerated so their car was not moving".  That's more excitement than is seen in Belnan in a twelve month period.  Lee, apparently seen to be the interested fifth party, was highly appreciative of being kept abreast of the developments as they occurred  . . .  Medication must be available for this sort of thing. 

The kennel is ticking along and all inhabitants are well and happy.  Showers were less frequent here than along the coast so dogs had more freedom to be outside than their city counterparts.  Coby approved. 

The house crew were content to check out the beds in the den and assist Lee on her return to the country.  There were dinner preparations to be made and Piper, Abigail and Lori were of great help.  Patti had a good snooze and managed a decent meal at dinnertime.  Jack is on high alert now that Trapper Ken is in action.  The critters are maintained just below Jack's deck - a call to arms to any self-respecting Welsh.  The nursery is filled with puppy sounds and Marguerite is delighted with her family.  All are doing well, are gaining wieght steadily and enjoying the bottle feeding supplementation.  Generally there is at least one pup who declines the offer of food other than Mom's.  Not so with this bunch.  All eagerly take the bottles that are offered - and all eagerly move to join Marguerite each time she appears within their range.  Another few days and they will be ready to move downstairs. 

Meals were quick early in the day but better thought out by dinner.  On offer was an international menu featuring garlic.  There was guacamole on offer with lovely french bread (avocados were perfectly ripe at Pete's).  With her secret ingredient, Our Ken enjoys this appetizer.  This was followed by an exceptionally good Cesar salad (lovely romaine at Pete's and shaved parm from an aged block kept in the back of the fridge for just such a salad).  Then there was garlic bread (again the lovely french loaf form Jonathon's was featured prominently) and fresh spaghetti with Lee's sauce.  Life is not all that bad. 

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Just to say "Thank You" to everyone at Regalridge for looking after our quirky Lord Tippy!

Loved the blogs and pictures. Still going through the honeymoon period at the moment - have a feeling tomorrow's going to be our day of punishment!

We will be attending a wedding in June, so when we've got dates, I will be in touch for Tippy and his mobile palace to be booked in again.

Once again thank you very much for taking care of him. You have really put my mind at rest, that I can now go on holiday and leave him somewhere safe.

Helen & Nick

Anjin says:

I miss my pals KC and Winnie. My mom tells me that my manners have improved since I came home. I am more patient with them; something about sitting still longer for hugs & kisses. Thank you KC & Winnie for teaching me some good tricks.PS: Special face licks to all the Reagalridge humans who made my stay so special.Keep my bed warm;

I'LL BE BACK!XOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOANJIN :)


I cannot thank you enough for the wonderful love and care you provided for my 'babies'. They are quite tired after all their 'management' and I never thought Lilly could get
tired . It is a wonderful feeling when you can leave your dogs and know they are well loved and cared for.

I hope all goes well with the remodeling and your gardening. I am sure we will speak again.

Warm Regards,
Bethany

Frequently Asked Questions

Where will my dog stay?
It is important to know what your dog’s temporary living space will be like. Dogs are housed in individual runs. There is an inner section within a heated building and an outer section protected by a roof. There is a trap door to separate the two sections. This door is closed at night and controlled in the winter in order to keep the inside of the kennel warm and cozy. The roof over the runs allows the dogs to be outside even during bad weather while keeping them dry.

Will my dog be walked?
We find that walking the dogs is unnecessary as we have four large exercise yards, which allow the dogs to have daily exercise. The dogs are out in the yards a minimum of three times a day (morning, mid-afternoon and evening) to allow them to exercise and do their business. As long as your dog gets along with other dogs than we will allow him/her to play with other dogs staying with us. Sometimes one of our resident dogs enjoys the opportunity to visit with our guests.

What will my dog eat?
Boarding can be stressful for your dog, even if he/she is accustomed to it. A change in diet can add to the stress on his/her body, possibly resulting in diarrhea or vomiting. Bringing your dog’s regular food is the best way to prevent this. As long as your dog does not have a sensitive stomach than he/she can eat the meals provided, we feed various Purina brands. Every evening the dogs enjoy a dog biscuit before settling down for the night.

Will my dog be allowed to interact with other dogs?
We offer daily sessions where the dogs are permitted to play together in our exercise yards. As long as your dog gets along with other dogs than we will allow him/her to play with other dogs staying with us. Sometimes one of our resident dogs enjoys the opportunity to visit with our guests.

What happens if my dog becomes sick or injured?
Depending on the severity of the illness/injury, we will make all efforts to contact the owner to notify you that we are concerned about your dog and want to take him/her to the vet. We prefer to take him/her to our vet as we have a long-standing relationship with him.

How much is this going to cost?
Part of planning for a vacation includes budgeting for your dog’s accommodations. We charge for the first day no matter what time the dog arrives but will not charge for the day your dog leaves as long as it is before 12 noon. As most of the time is spent with your dog during daylight hours, you will be charged by the day. Please contact us for the current rates at (902) 883-1494.

Will my dog get dirty?
Probably…unfortunately your dog may not come home as clean as when you left him/her. We put the dogs outside for regular playtimes and sometimes (like children) it is a lot of fun to kick up dirt and mud. You can request that your dog be bathed before returning home as long as you give sufficient notice and there will be an additional cost.

Can I pick up my dog at night?
Having a boarding facility in your home is not always a 9 to 5 business however; we do try to allow time for relaxation with family and friends. We have set hours for pick up and delivery and request that you try to respect those hours. We understand that it is not always possible but our days start early and like you…look forward to those quiet times when we can just enjoy our time with the dogs. Thank you for confirming in advance your appointment for dropping off/picking up your dog.

What can I bring?
We will provide your dog with bedding and dishes. You can bring your dog’s food and treats if you prefer (they will be provided if not). Toys are permitted but cannot always promise that they will return in the same condition that they arrived. Sometime toys are shared amongst visitors (much like children sometimes) or taken out to the exercise yards and forgotten…

Things to remember…

Phone and set up times to drop off and pick up your dog.

To bring proof of vaccines.

When you bring your dog in for boarding, remember his/her food, special instructions, and any other permitted items.

Do not bring items that you absolutely need to get back, as they could become lost or damaged. Bear in mind that many facilities limit personal items for this reason.

Make sure to leave contact numbers for you on your trip, plus local emergency contacts in case you cannot be reached.

Relax! You’ve done your research and your dog is in good hands. Enjoy your vacation!


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