A dog who spends the day outdoors at home should not be shut inside for a stay, and a dog who prefers a cool floor should not be forced into the sun.
The run design
Each run opens to an outdoor space through a doggie door. The new building has 25 doggie doors per side. Dogs see neighbors through the fence but have their own space, so a dog can watch the activity without sharing the run. The design lets a dog who likes company sit near the fence line and a dog who likes quiet retreat indoors.
Weather
The indoor side is heated in winter and air-conditioned in summer, so a dog can come in on a hot or cold day. A Kuranda bed and blankets are in every run. Winter nights near Dixon turn cold and summer afternoons run hot, which is why both sides of the run matter. The choice belongs to the dog, who can move in and out through the day as the temperature and the mood change.
Walks and play areas
Walks are included in the nightly rate. The grounds have large fenced play areas and a grass field on about ten acres near Dixon, a country setting that many dogs enjoy and that sometimes leaves them dusty, so a bath may be wanted before the ride home.
Tell the staff
Note your dog's activity level on the form, along with any worry about heat, cold or noise. See the climate answer and kennel sizes.
Come and look
Tours run daily 9 to 11 AM and 2 to 4 PM without an appointment, and a staff member walks with you. Watch your step on wet concrete during cleaning.