I've tried different boarding kennels all over the US for my Dobermans. Dog's Day Inn is the ONLY kennel where my dog did not return home stressed. I recently left my youngest male with them for 10 days. He came home tired but very relaxed. He did not experience any gastrointestinal upset even though it was a long stay and very very hot last week. I called to check on him several times and every time the staff gave me a thorough update, and were very knowledgeable about my dog and his daily behavior and activities. I also had the pleasure of meeting the owner in person and chatting with her. From just our short conversation I gleaned that she has an incredible ability to read and understand dog behavior and a certain skill set that you just don't run across every day. We also spoke about the huge responsibility of the day to day operations of running a successful boarding kennel. I understand she has owned Dog's Day Inn for 10 years and that she and her staff devote every Christmas, Thanksgiving, July 4th, New Year's Day, etc. to taking care of people's pets. My overall impression of Dog's Day Inn is of a super clean, well managed, and overall exemplary facility. I should also add that I was provided with a surprise tour of every inch of the property prior to leaving my dog there. That is something you will not be allowed to do anywhere else. (I've tried) This policy alone speaks volumes! There are some lucky dogs in the Richmond Metro area whose owners know and trust Dog's Day Inn for their pet care needs! I have, and will, continue to recommend this kennel to my friends and co-workers. Five stars all the way!
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