A little preparation helps your dog settle in quickly and enjoy their stay. Here's what to pack, how to portion food, and what to expect when you arrive at Friendly Grove.
Before You Arrive
- Set up your accountCreate your Owner Portal account and your dog's profile.
- Send vaccine recordsRabies, Distemper/Parvo (DHPP), and Bordetella are required before arrival.
- Book your stayA $25 non-refundable deposit holds your reservation.
- Pack and arriveUse the packing list below, and plan to check in between 8:00 am and 2:00 pm.
Boarding Packing List
Bring the things that make your dog feel at home, and leave the rest. Please label everything with your dog's name.
Bring
- Your dog's food, pre-portioned, plus 2 extra servings
- Favorite treats, labeled
- Bones or chews your dog already uses at home
- Any medications and supplements
- A T-shirt or small blanket that smells like home
- A favorite toy for their suite or playtime
- Your dog's crate (optional)
Leave at home
- Rawhides (not allowed for safety reasons)
- Large, overstuffed beds
- Anything you'd be upset to see dirty or worn, since we don't offer laundry
- Precious collars or clothing, which may be removed during play
Packing Your Dog's Food
Bring your dog's regular food, or we can provide meals. Keeping their usual diet helps avoid an upset stomach.
Kibble
Pack it in a labeled zip-lock bag or the original bag. Easy for us to measure and serve.
Raw diets
Pre-portion each meal into labeled containers or bags, plus 2 extra servings. We'll keep them in our fridge and freezer.
Home-cooked meals
For short stays, one labeled container is fine. For longer stays, pre-portion and freeze meals, plus 2 extra servings.
Helpful tip:Active dogs burn more calories while boarding. Extra food, or a topper like broth, can help encourage a picky eater.
Treats & Chews
- We provide biscuits, and you're welcome to bring your dog's labeled favorites.
- Bones and chews are fine if your dog already uses them at home.
- No rawhides. They're a choking and safety risk.
Bedding & Comfort
- Every suite has an elevated bed, blankets, and heated floors.
- A T-shirt or small blanket from home helps your dog feel comfortable.
- You're welcome to bring your dog's crate for their suite.
Toys & Outdoor Play
Bring a favorite toy for your dog's suite or playtime; we also have plenty of community toys. We play outside in all weather, so bedding can get muddy, toys can wear out, and collars or clothing may be removed during play for safety.
Want your dog to come home clean? Add a bath or brush out before pickup.
Preparing for Boarding FAQs
What should I pack for my dog's boarding stay?
Bring your dog's food, pre-portioned with a couple of extra servings, plus any labeled favorite treats, chews your dog already uses at home, any medications or supplements, and a T-shirt or small blanket that smells like home. A favorite toy is welcome too.
Can I bring my dog's own food?
Yes. Kibble, raw, and home-cooked diets are all welcome, and we can also provide meals. Please label everything and pack a couple of extra servings, since active dogs burn more calories while boarding.
Are rawhides allowed?
No. Rawhides aren't allowed because of choking and other safety risks. Other bones and chews are fine if your dog already uses them at home.
Should I bring my dog's bed?
Our suites have elevated beds, blankets, and heated floors, so a large bed isn't needed, and we don't recommend big overstuffed beds. A T-shirt or small blanket from home works best. You're welcome to bring your dog's crate for their suite.
What vaccinations does my dog need before boarding?
Proof of current Rabies, Distemper/Parvo (DHPP), and Bordetella vaccinations is required before arrival. Upload records in the Owner Portal, or have your vet fax them to (360) 352-1254.
What time is check-in?
We prefer check-ins between 8:00 am and 2:00 pm. Check-out is by noon; pickups after noon have a $25 afternoon fee. See the check-in and check-out process.
Ready to book your dog's stay?
Reserve online through the Owner Portal, or call us with any questions before your visit.
Book a Stay Call (360) 352-1322