Overnight boarding includes:

• 2 structured exercise sessions per day

• additional potty breaks as needed

• social time with Day Camp pack (dog dependent)

• reinforcement of previous training

• photo/video updates via text, twice daily

Expectations for your dog’s stay:

• For everyone’s safety, all dogs are crated overnight and when unsupervised.

• Acquainted dogs with appropriate social skills may walk, play, or relax together.

• Reactive or overly excited dogs with inappropriate social skills may not interact directly.

• All dogs will remain on leash or drag a long line when exploring off my property.

• When deciding how and where your dog spends time, I will consider safety and health first. 

• My partner may help with potty breaks, but otherwise cares for dogs only in case of an emergency.

What to pack:

• flat collar with ID tags

• slip lead or prong with safety strap

• meds and written instructions, if applicable

• food in an airtight container (include 1-2 extra meals, just in case)

• Please note: I have plenty of everything (crates, crate pads, blankets, toys, bowls, treats, etc.) and very much appreciate you packing lightly!

Health Record Requirement:

All boarding clients are required to provide written proof of the following vaccinations (or their equivalent, as agreed upon by your veterinarian): 

• Rabies 

• Distemper

• Bordetella

Vaccination records can be requested from your vet’s office and do not cost anything to obtain. Thank you all for doing your part to keep everyone safe and healthy!

Rates & Cancellation Policy:

Overnight boarding is charged per night. Invoices are sent via email. Your booking is confirmed once payment is received.

• Regular nightly rate: $100

• Additional dog (same household): $50

• Holiday surcharge (per household)*: $20

*2025 Holiday Surcharge applies on: MLK Weekend (Fri-Mon), Presidents Day weekend (Fri-Mon), Memorial Day weekend (Fri-Mon), Juneteenth weekend (Thurs-Sun), Fourth of July weekend (Fri-Mon), Labor Day weekend (Fri-Mon), Indigenous Peoples Day weekend (Fri-Mon), Veterans Day weekend (Fri-Tues), Thanksgiving weekend (Thurs-Sun), Christmas weekend (Wed-Sun), New Year’s weekend (Wed-Sun)

50% of the invoice is due at the time of booking, with the remainder due 48 hours prior to check-in. Cancellations made more than 48 hours prior to check-in will receive a 100% refund. Cancellations made less than 48 hours prior to check-in will receive a 50% refund. In the unlikely event that Dogs in Progress needs to cancel the reservation prior to the stay, your deposit will be refunded in full. In the extremely unlikely event that Dogs in Progress needs to cancel the reservation during the stay, the remainder of the booking will be refunded.

Timing & Transportation:

• Check-in: 4-7pm (please select your preferred time in your booking request; exact timing is subject to availability)

• Check-out: 4-7pm (please select your preferred time in your booking request; exact timing is subject to availability)

Transportation fees are listed below:

• 0-5 miles from Dogs in Progress: $20/trip

• 5+ miles from Dogs in Progress: $40/trip

If you are providing transportation:

• You will be asked to select a drop-off and pick-up time at the time of booking. Exact timing is subject to availability. If your preferred drop-off or pick-up time is unavailable, you will be notified and a new drop-off or pick-up time will be selected.

• When you arrive at my home, please park on the street (do NOT block the driveway), leave your dog in your car, and call or text me. I will come collect your dog from your vehicle directly. This ensures a calm handoff.

• Please do not say goodbye to your dog verbally or via physical affection. This increases excitement and/or anxiety and makes the transition more difficult for your dog.

Additional Policies:

• Business Insurance: Pet Sitters Associates, Business & Daycare/Boarding policies

• Dogs in Progress Policies: please see ‘Training Agreement & Policies’

• By submitting an overnight boarding request, you are certifying that you have read, understand and agree to abide by this agreement and the rules and regulations set forth herein, and you confirm the truthfulness of your responses.

Updated January 2025