Please note:
1. All pets must be up to date on all vaccinations and free of internal and external parasites. Due to the facts that we are a Flea Free Facility, if fleas are seen/spotted/noticed we will automatically administer a dose Capstar upon admittance to the hospital for boarding.
2. Our standard pick up times are Monday – Friday before 5:30 PM and on Saturdays before 11:30 AM. Picking up your pet outside of these scheduled times may result in a greater wait. If you need to pick up outside of these times, please speak with our boarding director, so that we may have your pet ready to go home at the proper time.
3. Likewise, I will call if my “pick-up date” changes so you can plan accordingly. If I neglect to pick up my pet within 7(seven) days of the date scheduled for discharge and do not notify Sarasota Veterinary Center within that time period, you may assume that the pet is abandoned and are hereby authorized to seek placement for the pet as you deem best and/or necessary.
4. We require the kennel cough vaccine for dogs to board at our facility. Unfortunately, vaccines are not 100% effective as well as the fact that the strain can mutate. If your pet develops kennel cough while at our facility, we will treat accordingly. Due to the circumstances, we will only be charging for the injectable and oral medications used and sent home. I understand that there is a risk of my pet developing kennel cough and I am willing to accept the financial responsibility of treatment for my pet.
5. Some pets can develop a condition known as stress colitis while boarding. This can be brought on by numerous factors including a change of environment, change of diet, or even just a change in the pet’s normal routine.
6. Owners of two or more dogs: I give permission for my dogs to be walked together.
Canine influenza is a respiratory disease that can cause coughing, runny nose, watery eyes, loss of energy, fever and/or loss of appetite. With proper care, most dogs generally recover. However, canine influenza can lead to more severe or even life-threatening infections, such as pneumonia. Since canine influenza is highly contagious, visiting places where dogs congregate, such as kennels, doggie daycares, dog parks, or grooming facilities, puts dogs at higher risk for catching this virus. Making things more difficult is the fact that dogs can spread the virus before the coughing and other signs of sickness appear. Vaccinating your dog can help reduce the risk of contracting canine influenza. If your pet has never been vaccinated before, they will require a booster in 2-4 weeks.