Doggie day care provides a practical solution  for pet parents who need to work or travel away from home and leave their pets behind. These facilities provide a safe environment for pets with lots of opportunities for structured activities so dogs in their care won’t get bored. Obviously, boredom is a major predisposing factor of behavior problems in dogs today. Without anything to do, lots of pent-up energy can become fuel for undesirable behavior. Dogs which are left alone for most part of the day often suffer separation anxiety that can open doors to the development of more negative behavior problems in an attempt to seek attention from their owners.

Even if you have no immediate plans of leaving your dog at a facility near you, it is a good idea to pick out the best one well-ahead of time. You need to visit the place and talk to the staff about their policies and general set-up. You can also ask your Mt. Airy, MD veterinarian for recommendations. Learn more here.