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Will my dog be in a kennel? We reserve the use of kennels and box stalls for rest periods, arrival and departure transitions, emergencies, and individualized feeding.
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My dog is crated at home. Can they be crated with you? Yes. Although we are free-range, we are happy to accommodate owner requests with regard to their pet's normal routines. You are welcome to bring your pet's crate, or we have several available on site.
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I have more than one dog. Can they be together? Yes. Additional pets also receive a 20% discount on overnight stays.
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Do I need to bring my pet's bed? We have several raised beds with cushions available for rest and sleeping. Couches, benches and chairs are also available for those pets allowed on furniture. You are welcome to bring whatever you feel makes your pet comfortable, including their bed.
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Should I bring food? Yes. Bring enough food for your pet's stay. Provide feeding instructions on the boarding form. Supplements, treats and chews are also okay. No worries if you forget! We have a variety of kibble and wet food available on the farm, including our farm's own SITZENS products.
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Will my dog be alone? No. All pets are given dog or human companions suitable to their temperament throughout their stay.
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My dog doesn't always get along with other dogs. Will that be a problem? We appreciate any information regarding your pet's behavior with humans and other animals. We are able to accommodate a wide range of temperaments. If your dog is uncomfortable in the company of other dogs, our Farm Stay program is unlikely to be a good fit. Dogs exhibiting continual aggression toward several other dogs will be separated and safely kenneled.
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Do you have A/C? Yes. Our facility is equipped with central air.
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How to you take care of ticks? We recommend your dog be treated with topical medication or flea/tick collars during their farm stay. We perform daily coat checks, and hand pick for ticks. Our personal dogs are not chemically treated for fleas and ticks, and we do not require this of your dog. Please be aware that our rural farm environment is not a tick-free zone.
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How do you keep dogs from running away? In general, dogs enjoy being on the farm and stay with us. Eight acres of the property is wooden post and woven wire fenced. Within this eight acre enclosure, there are additional post and woven wire enclosures, making the dog areas "triple fenced". Dogs are kept with a human companion when enjoying the farm. "Skittish" dogs are encouraged to stay with us by initialing staying on lead when outside, if necessary. Our farm's healthy SITZENS treats are used as rewards when asked to recall off leash.
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Will my pet be with livestock? Dogs are kept separate from livestock.
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I live in Newton (enter your town here). Is that in your pick-up and drop-off area? Yes. We are happy to offer our flexible pick up and drop off service through out Massachusetts. Rates range between $50 - $80 depending on your location. Locations over 1 & 1/2 hour from our farm may incur an additional charge.
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Can we visit your farm? Due to the busy nature of maintaining the schedules of dogs in our care, and also the schedule of the farm, we do not offer a farm tours. We do schedule visits to the farm for new clients wanting to see our facility before having their dog stay w/ us. These visits are scheduled in the months of September, October, April and May, and take place on Sunday, Monday and Tuesday mid afternoons. Begin the booking process by clicking HERE
