Small pets need a sitter just as dogs do, and a guinea pig or hamster can be harder to place than a dog because many sitters have little experience with them.
What the rate sheet says
The 2026 sheet says to ask about small pet boarding, naming hamsters and gerbils. The things to know page also lists rabbits, rats, guinea pigs and birds. No nightly price is listed, so a call gives you the exact number for your pet and your dates.
The cage
The staff may ask you to bring your pet's cage. A familiar cage keeps scent and layout the same, which helps a small animal settle. Bring bedding, a water bottle and the food your pet eats, written down with amounts, and mark each item with your name.
What to tell the staff
Say what species it is, how many animals, how old they are and what they eat. Mention anything that affects handling, such as a pet that is shy, or one that needs a certain temperature or a quiet corner. The more the staff know, the closer the stay will be to your routine.
Making the booking
Call to describe your pet and your dates. The kennel confirms every reservation. Drop-off windows are 7:30 to 11:30 AM and 2:00 to 5:00 PM. More on each species: guinea pigs and hamsters and gerbils. The question of the cage has its own page too: do I bring the cage.
Before you go
Tours run daily from 9 to 11 AM and 2 to 4 PM, with no appointment, if you want to meet the staff first. See all small pet boarding options.