07/07/2026
A Few Important Updates at Finding Dori
As the school year approaches and schedules begin to change, I wanted to share a few updates regarding boarding at Finding Dori. These changes will help me continue providing the personalized, quality-focused care that Finding Dori is known for while ensuring every dog has the best opportunity for a positive and successful boarding experience.
A Calm, Low-Stress Boarding Environment
One of the things that makes Finding Dori different is the smaller-scale, lower stress environment I strive to provide for every dog in my care. My focus has always been on quality over quantity, allowing me to provide individualized care and give each dog the time, attention, and structure they deserve.
To help maintain that environment, it’s important that we discuss any history of separation anxiety, crate anxiety, excessive vocalization, or frequent crate accidents before booking. Being open about your dog’s behavior helps determine whether Finding Dori is the right fit for both your dog and the other dogs in my care.
While some adjustment to a new environment is completely normal, dogs should be able to settle in, rest comfortably in a crate when needed, and recover from the excitement of the day. Dogs experiencing severe or ongoing crate anxiety, continuous barking, or repeated stress-related accidents may not be the best fit for my boarding environment, as these behaviors can significantly impact the well-being and comfort of the other dogs in my care.
My goal is for every dog staying at Finding Dori to feel safe, comfortable, and able to relax during their stay.
If your dog experiences significant anxiety when away from home, I encourage discussing options with your veterinarian before boarding. In some more extreme cases, having someone come to your home to pet sit may provide a more comfortable and less stressful experience for your dog. Unfortunately, I do not offer this service, but I may be able to provide recommendations if needed.
Business Hours & Scheduling
Effective immediately, my business hours are 8:30 a.m. – 7:30 p.m., by appointment only.
Due to working some morning hours at a local veterinary clinic, along with family commitments, morning availability will be very limited and may not be available every day. The earliest available morning appointment is 8:30 a.m.
As a reminder, all drop-offs and pick-ups are by appointment only. Please reach out in advance to schedule your arrival and departure times so we can find an appointment that works well for both of us.
Accidents & Hygiene Baths
Accidents can happen, especially when dogs are away from home, and I completely understand that some pups may need a little extra care during their stay. I never want to send a dog home dirty or uncomfortable. However, when a dog requires an unscheduled bath due to urine, f***l, vomit, or other hygiene-related accidents during boarding, it requires additional time, supplies, laundry, and cleanup.
To help keep this fair for everyone, a Hygiene Bath Fee, starting at 50% of the standard bath price, may be applied when an unscheduled bath is necessary.
My goal is always to send every dog home clean, comfortable, and feeling their best while helping offset the additional time and resources these situations require.
If repeated stress-related accidents become a pattern during your dog’s stay, my boarding environment may not be the best fit for their individual needs. My priority is always the well-being of your dog while maintaining a calm, enjoyable atmosphere for every guest.
Thank you for your understanding, trust, and continued support. Every decision I make is with your dogs’ best interests in mind. By keeping my program focused on quality over quantity, I can continue providing the individualized care, attention, and positive boarding experience that Finding Dori is known for.
I truly appreciate the opportunity to care for your dogs and look forward to many more happy tails and successful stays together. 🐾
