Pets during the honeymoon

We once boarded our dogs for about 7 days. They were fine, so excited to see us! Even my dog (my parents and I have 3 dogs between us but only one is actually my dog) who has pretty bad fear aggression and at the time separation anxiety was reported to have done totally fine. We sent them with their blankets and beds for scent, and made absolutely sure all three were together because they had all basically grown up together. I think that helped.

If FH's cousin can't house sit and watch our dog like he usually does when we're out of town for our honeymoon, we're going to board our dog. We'll be gone 7 days as well and have been gone for that length of time before.

I think they'll be fine as long as they are together. I would be more worried if you didn't have a plan for your furbabies.

We have boarded our half lab/half pit on several occasions. First time was tough! I called to check on him!! Even tho we miss him, our stress level is so much lower and we can actually relax and enjoy each other! There will be times you are able to take your dog with you, just not this time. Enjoy your honeymoon!!

Boarding is fine. Almost everyone does it and a retreat sounds great. I would check the place out first to make sure they will get enough exercise and not be kenneled all day. Or check out dogvacay.com. Your dogs would be at someone's house, and it's cheaper than most facilities. Some people on the site will even stay at your house so the dogs can keep their routine.

Just read reviews and make sure they're going to a good boarder. I'm assuming your dogs are all up to date on vaccinations, but you'll need to show proof. You'll want to bring their dog bed or a blanket that smells like home and their own toys, treats, and food. They'll be okay, though, promise!

My dogs go to camp bow wow and they LOVE IT. They're treated like royalty and they have cameras and we check in, the staff even emails us to let us know how the kiddies are doing. Most places need to have the dogs "interviewed" first and make sure they are compatible with the facility so dont delay

Is there a friend who can check in on them for a few days at your home and then board them for the remainder? We're going to do that with our dog. I understand where you're coming from... My cat who recently passed away, if I ever went away for more than two nights I freaked out. She never missed me though haha good luck!

Just after high school I managed a 200 dog boarding kennel. Kennel kids play with your dogs when they are there. We loved on, petted and played with everyone.

Your dogs will be fine.

I personally like to use a dog sitters home. Like if you go to rover.com I forget the name of the other one. But I have always had luck there. That's why we will be doing for the wedding

There are some not so nice places and some really fantastic places to board your dogs. I've got two pekes that are my fur babies and I was worried sick about boarding them while I went out of town for work. I made sure to ask places how much outside time they would get, how many potty breaks they got in a day and whether they could be boarded together or not. It made me feel better knowing they got to be with each other!

We always pay someone to stay at our house to watch our dogs now but I used to board my oldest dog for a night or two but she stopped eating. She also stopped eating when she was doggie sat at my brother's house for several days and it really worried me. Boarding is a great option as long as your pers do not become depressed.

I would take them to the boarding place for a couple hours or a day a few times before the trip so they get familiar with the place & people.

I would look into pet sitters or ask a friend.

Just do lots of research on places, even bring your dogs there to check them out. If they don't let see everything, and I mean EVERYTHING, then I wouldn't leave my dogs there. There are a couple places by me that have constant video feed that you can watch if you want to see what they're doing, and will even email you daily reports on when they ate, played, etc. You won't feel as guilty if you know you're leaving them at a great place!

We're boarding our dog for two weeks while we're gone. We were going to have a friend watch him, but he's had some behavioral issues so we decided it was better to leave him in the care of a professional service who is aware of the issues and knows how to handle them.

Did you get your dogs from a breeder? Our breeder boards dogs as well (mainly just the dogs that come from her litters-but some breeders may be open to more than that). We'll be leaving our pup with her..I've been at her house when she had other people's dogs and they're treated just like another member of her six dog family! I'd assume most breeders who board would be similar since they obviously love dogs and love that breed specifically. I'd look the see if you have any in your area

If you have friends or family willing to do it, but can't have pets in their apartment, see if they'd be willing to stay with the dogs at your place. That way, they can stay in their same routine in the comfort of their own home. Even if they were only willing to do 2-3 days before boarding, that'd help.

We'll be gone a week for our DW. We've never boarded the dogs. We have a family friend who offered to let the pups stay with them. If you do something like another house, make sure you acquaint them with it. We've done two play dates and we'll do one more where we actually leave for several hours to see how they do.

I'd also stress having a back up plan if you have someone watch them in your home or send them to someone else's home. Our backup is boarding them with my BM's two dogs so they at least know some familiar faces.

If they are social and comfortable in new settings, it should not be an issue. Some dogs have anxiety and are more comfortable at home. Lots of boarding places offer upgrades like cameras where you can check in on them via the internet anytime, others offer "fancy rooms" where they have indoor and outdoor access. Definitely do research and read reviews, we boarded my dog once and he got sick with a respiratory infection. Some also offer discounts for boarding more than one pet. Make sure to pack their favorite toys and blankets.

As PP said, I would research the birder and also, maybe make sure they are used to, have space for giant breeds. I love the Saints! We've had 4 (so far) lol. Such a beautiful, sweet breed. Can we get a pic?? Pretty please.lol

My dog does not normally play well with others, so I was really nervous about boarding her for the wedding (MOH is our reg house sitter and will sit during the 10 day honeymoon, but not wedding weekend). I did a test run recently to make sure she would be ok, and she loved it! It's amazing, sometimes without your energy, they just let lose and enjoy their "vacation". The boarder is also our vet, and to my amazement, they reported that she had made friends and loved group play. Having tested it out while I was nearby made me feel much more comfortable leaving her for longer. I highly suggest a one night test at any place if you chose to board at a place they haven't been before. I'll still miss the crap out of her, but I'll know she's in good hands.