Owners often ask how many days before boarding a shot must be given. The kennel's written rule is about the record, not a waiting period, and this page shows how to count.
The rule
The kennel's vaccination page asks for a record showing that the vaccines are up to date and will not expire during the stay. It does not set a minimum number of days between a shot and drop-off. What it sets is an end date: a pet whose rabies certificate expires on day three of a seven-night stay does not have a complete record.
The only timing rule the kennel states is for canine influenza. It accepts a dog after the initial dose, and the booster follows in three to four weeks.
How to count
- Write down your drop-off and pick-up dates.
- Find the expiration date for each required vaccine on the record.
- Check that every date falls after your pick-up day.
- Book a vet visit for anything that falls before it, and send the new record.
- For canine influenza, confirm the first dose is dated and the booster is scheduled.
What your veterinarian decides
How far ahead of a stay to give a vaccine is a medical question. Veterinary groups such as the American Animal Hospital Association publish guidelines on vaccine types and intervals, and your vet applies them to your pet's age, health and history. Some owners like to schedule a shot well before a stay so a mild reaction does not fall on a travel day. That is a conversation to have with your vet, not a kennel rule.
The kennel asks that a pet be in good health and that you call if you are unsure. Please call 707-678-6600 to confirm for your pet.
Holidays and school breaks
Ask early for holiday, spring break and summer dates, and book any vet visit early too. Check records when you first plan the trip, then again two weeks before drop-off. The readiness checker and the vaccine FAQ help. Planning for the first time? The new client plan lists everything in order.