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Unlike most facilities with indoor/outdoor runs we do not wash/hose down the inside quarters. All inside accommodations are cleaned by hand and elbow grease, not unlike you would clean your own home. We have special dog bedding from RVB Creations, each dog can have our bedding or you can bring bedding from home. At the Hairy Moose we understand that dogs are social creatures that need and want the attention and companionship of those around them. Our answer to that is interaction, interaction, interaction!
We feed twice a day at The Hairy Moose Pet Retreat. Research indicates that dogs fed smaller meals at more frequent intervals are less likely to bloat. Bloat is common to large breed dogs and is also known as GDV or /Gastric Dilitation Vovulous/(link to informational sites) and is often fatal. If your pet is used to having food available free choice, we are happy to provide this too, but any leftovers will be thrown away prior to refilling the bowl twice daily. Therefore, if you bring your own food, your pet may go through more while being boarded than he would at home. We want his food to be fresh at all times. If you bring your own food it should be packaged in individual baggies, one baggie per meal. We simply do not have the space to keep big bags of dog food on our feeding cart. If we have to package your food, there will be a charge of $15.00. In addition to having access to the indoor/outdoor run, each dog is let out individually into one of the eight play yards for a minimum of 15 minutes in the morning We have everything that your dog might need at The Hairy Moose (excluding medications), but you are certainly welcomed to bring things from home. If your dog has never stayed with us before, we invite you to leave him for daycare prior to his first overnight stay. There is no charge for this trial day care visit. We offer this because we feel this makes your pet feel more secure, more aware of what is happening and the more he knows and understands, the more confident he will be. [Boarding Contract and Vaccination Requirements (PDF)]
 Especially for the busy owner and/or the bored best friend, daycare at the Hairy Moose revolves around the things that dogs thrive on; attention, stimulation, fellowship and activity. Dogs are social animals. They develop and maintain friendships not unlike our own. It is really a joy to see their faces soften and brighten as soon as they see their friends. Daycare provides a safely supervised forum to run and play and explore those friendships. Some dogs come once or twice a week, others come only on rainy days. You can choose the plan that works best for you and your friend. We have a large climate controlled “Romper Room” as well as a very large play yard complete with giant sandbox! Since most of us at the Hairy Moose bring our own dogs to work we know how much easier they are to live with when they have plenty of exercise and attention. Dogs are the most happy when their needs for exercise and interaction are satisfied. We can all tell when we haven't ha d enough "me" time, a break from the daily monotony. Doggie daycare is the dog's version of "me" time. The layout of the Hairy Moose even provides possibilities of parallel play for dogs that enjoy running a fence line, barking and chasing the dog in the fence beside him. This allows dogs that might be too aggressive for regular daycare an activity option as well.
 We pride ourselves at the Hairy Moose Pet Retreat on giving the very best bath for the most reasonable rate. Our baths are performed in an elevated tub, with warm water and a variety of different shampoos. Chances are we have a shampoo especially suited for your pet's particular skin and/or coat care needs. All baths include cleaning ears using VetSolutions ear cleanser. Their nails will be trimmed also. Then your pet will be lathered up and brushed out thoroughly prior to being well rinsed and then dried with a powerful blow dryer, toweled off and placed into a large cage or run with fans to complete the drying process. We offer a quick turn around time, usually if your dog is at the kennel by 9am, you can pick him up by 11am. We appreciate appointments, but can usually work your pet in the same day that you call.
 Training is offered through Jordan Vore, a member of Association of Pet Dog Trainers and International Assocation of Canine Professionals. Jordan has spent most of his life working and living with animals. He became a certified Canine Training & Behavior Specialist after graduating from Triple Crown Dog Academy in January 2006. You can reach Jordan at (615) 519-2176 or by e-mail.
Basic Manners — Our Basic Dog Manners class will help establish a mutual bond and appropriate relationship between families and their dogs. Using methods based on positive reinforcement, you will teach your dog
Basic Agility (prerequisite: Basic Manners or equivalent) — Agility is a fun and exciting way to continue building the bond between you and your dog. It builds confidence and is a positive way for your dog to expel energy and get the exercise s/he truly needs. In this introductory class we begin by lowering all of the equipment to build success and, through this success, confidence and drive. We will work on the tire, tunnels, jumps, the a-frame, the chute, weaves, and an introduction to basic handling skills. Why Train Your Dog? Obedience training is one of the most important aspects of raising a dog. In fact, a well trained dog is a much happier dog! This is simply because a trained dog requires fewer restrictions&mdashThe more reliable the dog, the more freedom he is given. For example, many stores and businesses that normally won't allow dogs on their premises will make an exception for a puppy or a dog that will heel nicely by his owner's side or will do a sit-stay or down-stay without hesitation. And when company arrives in your home, there's no need to banish a well-behaved dog to another room for fear that he will be a royal nuisance. Moreover, because a well-mannered, obedience-trained dog is both appreciated and welcome, he receives more attention and interaction from family members, visitors, and passers-by than does the ill-mannered dog. |
Boarding at the Hairy Moose Pet Retreat is different. All of our canine guests receive plenty of attention, lots of exercise, and the comfort of familiar faces. We have two different sizes of indoor/outdoor runs. The regular runs are 4 x 5 inside and 4 x 12 outside, the extra large runs are 6 x 5 inside and 6 x 12 outside. 
The inside and outside are connected by a dog door with freezer flaps on it to keep the central heat and air inside. The floors are painted concrete to facilitate cleaning.
For the extra small companion, we have the Little dog Room, with 10 little spaces either 3 x 4 or 4 x 4 , totally enclosed and free from drafts. This room is the best choice for dogs that are easily stressed by kenneling, or for dogs that are frightened by the noise and activity of the bigger dogs. The little dogs go out together as a supervised group in their own little play area five times a day. This group is always closely supervised by one of our well trained staff. 
and again for 15 minutes in the afternoon. Any additional activity (see our list of Hairy Moose Exclusive Extras) takes place outside of this time, just adding to the amount of time each dog receives out of the confines of his run.| ©2008 Hairy Moose Pet Retreat |