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Wednesday, August 8, 2012

Heavy mist but no water

Arid conditions continue to be the order of the day.  Our Ken is not amused.  The weather gods are toying with the gardener among us, offering up rains on the coast, the Bay Of Fundy and worst of all, in Digby, enabling Bob to gloat.  Blackberries apparently enjoy dry conditions.  The word of the day is that the crop is doing well.  There will be jelly.  The Olympics have become a bit of a sorry affair, with officiating/politics taking precedence over sport.  Having become a bit jaded, there is diminishing interest and increased acceptance of CNN.  Lee has returned from Newfoundland, the well run Avalon shows and the great exhibitors.  Listening to the judges, there is certainly a strong commentary surrounding the pleasant shows with great people. 

The kennel ticks along.  The Schenk crew returned home, with waves and barks.  That settles the building.  Barrett is singing his songs to Trebia - much to everyone's enjoyment.  And the week end will again be busy.  Bella is in residence so rules are not a problem.  Bailey the Spaniel is taking life in stride.  It is the week of the 'B'.  Rounding out the crew is Amy Airedale, here for a spa treatment and a few days of exercise at Regalridge.  Sarah keeps a close eye on all.

The house crew are well and perhaps the only inhabitants happy with the weather.  Charlotte notes that with the misty, foggy days, the digging is superb.  Gabe agrees and points to the speed that can be achieved on softer ground, allowing him to almost catch Clint on the straightaway.  Piper shrugs and settles on Lee's feet.  Patti is improving by the day, stronger and happy to enjoy the air conditioning, with short spins up and down the yard to ensure all is going according to her plan.  Lola and her babies are thriving.  The little ones are up on their feet, trotting around the whelping room and enjoying the new found ambulatory experience.  The eyes are bright and there will soon be food in their future.  By the week end, they should be ready to begin the transition to the den.  The older two puppies are making a transition to crates, are playing in a new yard and are growing into lovely young Airedales. 

Meals are returning to normal after Lee's absence and Ken's efforts, supported by Chantelle.  There were fresh scallops for dinner with hodge podge.  Rice pudding rounded out the menu (Gourmet recipe that is perhaps more labour intensive than is really necessary).  All is well. 

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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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