Summer days

Summer days

Regalridge Kennel

Monday, July 2, 2012

Summer is hot

Another hot day with the air conditioning a welcome offering.   The puppies were out early and late, snoozing and playing inside through the heat of the day.  Our Ken announced that the temperatures would preclude gardening; translate "I'm bored".  A playmate would have been very welcome.  Instead, he got Chantelle.  Lee determined that the best spot to light would be the kitchen so the activity level ramped up.  This would be a good day to do some of the jobs put off until now, including the on line work needed to apply for the Nexus passes.  Check.  A baby chipmunk surfaced on the back deck - another addition to the Regalridge family.  It is Canada Day week end, teh government having determined that even though Canada Day is July 1, it would be offered as a Stat holiday on July 2.  An interesting decision. 

The kennel is quiet on hot days.  With the two story ceilings, it does stay cool and is a good spot to simply snooze the day away.  The exception would be the grooming room with the addition of Chantelle, dogs, dryers, hot water, clippers, etc.  Clem has remained in residence and Ken is working diligently to find a schedule that will work for her.  So far, success eludes him. 

The babies are doing well.  Food is becoming more acceptable and toys are a delight.  A while ago, Dawn brought two bags of baby toys for puppies.  There had always been hard plastic toys for litters and this addition was a boon.  Well, the little ones are delighted with the brightly coloured offerings.  They carry those toys that are portable - sometimes dragging them since they are of a comparable size to the puppies.  Others are large balls with various areas that respond to paws, or to being rolled, by playing tunes or making noises.  The puppies are chuffed by their amazing skill.  There is a set of different pieces on a ring that gets dragged to hear the sound then pulled by several at a time.  Finally, they have their stuffed octopus.  Each grabs a leg, sometimes two on a leg, and all pull.  That would be except for the one that stands on the octopus' head and gives direction, having carefully taken note of that skill from Our Ken, no doubt.  They are having a great time.  The house crew enjoyed the air conditioning.  Perhaps the most notable would be Billy who flips his feet in the air and cools his belly.  The rest are somewhat more circumspect. The dogs were allowed to be out only for short periods, in spite of the shade offered through all of the areas to which they have access.  None are hardened off to temperatures over 30 degrees.  By early evening, it had cooled to 24 and the exodus from the den was impressive in its enthusiasm.  There was barking at the fruitstand to occur, a check of all fence lines to ensure they hadn't moved while no canine was watching.  There was a check of the kennel to be done and a bark back to occur to ensure all paws were accounted for.  There were holes to be checked for interlopers and toys to be repositioned.  All was pronounced fit to live with by late evening. 

Kitchen activity was at a steady level.  There were cranberry orange scones early in the day followed by grilled sausages from the market.  Dinner was prime rib with roast potatoes and new carrots.  That worked well.  but the pièce de resistance came at the end - dark chocolate brownies with homemade strawberry ice cream.  Now that is summer. 

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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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