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Pet Boarding for a Fun and Safe Home Away from Home

Leaving your pet behind can be difficult, but choosing pet boarding connected to a veterinary hospital provides an added level of comfort, trust, and peace of mind. At Douglasville Veterinary Hospital, we combine a safe, comfortable boarding environment with attentive care from a team that understands your pet’s health and individual needs.

Throughout your pet’s stay, our trained staff will monitor their appetite, behavior, comfort, and overall well-being. We can administer routine medications, if needed, and recognize subtle changes that may indicate a developing health concern. If an illness or emergency arises, our onsite veterinary team is available to assess the situation and provide prompt medical attention.

Whether your pet is staying for a single night or an extended visit, you can travel with confidence knowing they are receiving thoughtful care in a facility equipped to support both their comfort and health.

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Pet Boarding FAQs

We want you to feel fully prepared and confident about your pet’s stay. Explore our frequently asked questions below to learn more about our boarding services, accommodations, requirements, and more.

  • Boarding Accommodations & Rates

    With our overnight and medical cat & dog boarding, our Douglasville veterinary team will treat your pet like our family and provide a home away from home while you are away.

    We understand how stressful it can be to leave your pet when you travel – even more so when they are ill or recovering from a procedure or surgery. We at Douglasville Veterinary Hospital want to assist you in putting your mind at ease. We provide comprehensive general cat & dog boarding for all of our patients, as well as medical boarding for pets with conditions that standard boarding facilities may be unable to accommodate.

  • Dog Accommodations

    Dog Boarding

    Dogs are walked on a regular schedule depending on their physical capacity and ability. Kennels are cleaned, disinfected, and restocked with fresh linens daily. Dogs are supervised throughout their stay on walks and while they rest.

    • Climate-controlled kennels

    • Clean towels, blankets, and bowls

    • Individual space

    • Daily walks

    • Bathing and nail trimming

    • Ample daily playtime with staff

    • Special diet accommodations

  • Cat Accommodations

    Cat Boarding

    Your cat's food will be prepared according to your specifications and their dietary requirements. We provide daily one-on-one interaction with cats if they desire it, which includes play, snuggles, and pets. Litter boxes are checked, cleaned, and disinfected daily. Linens are changed daily and your cat's room is cleaned. The cat boarding area is separate from the dog boarding area to ensure that your cat feels comfortable and secure while staying with us.

    • Climate-controlled kennels

    • Clean towels, blankets, and bowls

    • Individual space

    • Separate boarding area from dogs

    • Daily one-on-one interaction

    • Daily litter box cleaning

    • Special diet accommodations

  • Health & Vaccination Requirements

    Pets must be current on the following before their stay.

    Requirements for Dogs

    • Up to date with all vaccinations

    • Free of fleas and ticks

    • Unaltered dogs not accepted

    Requirements for Cats

    • Up to date with all vaccinations

    • Free of fleas and ticks

  • Dining During Your Pet's Stay

    We provide food for animals that stay with us. Please bring enough of your pet's regular food to last the duration of your stay.

    We can provide high-quality pet food that is appropriate for your pet's size and breed if they are not on a special diet. A surcharge may apply.

  • Medical Boarding

    Our expert veterinarians and nurses will closely monitor and administer medications to your pet. Any medications that are required will be given to your pet on the same schedule as they are used to at home.

  • Medication Administration

    We will be glad to administer your pet's medications while they are with us.

Book an Appointment at Douglasville Veterinary Hospital

New pets are always welcome at Douglasville Veterinary Hospital. Our friendly veterinary staff looks forward to providing our neighbors in the area and surrounding communities with the veterinary care they need.

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