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Guides for Houston dog parents

Practical advice on daycare, boarding, grooming and Houston weather from the Pawliday Inn team.

• Dog boarding vs a pet sitter: an honest comparison

  Should your dog board or stay home with a pet sitter? An honest look at supervision, routine, socializing, cost questions and which dogs suit each option.

• Rabies, DHPP and Bordetella: the vaccines your dog needs for boarding and daycare

  Rabies, DHPP and Bordetella are required for boarding and daycare at Pawliday Inn. Learn what each vaccine protects against and how to get records ready.

• Your dog's first day of daycare: what to expect

  What your dog's first day of daycare looks like, from the free meet and greet and morning check in to play, rest, snacks and an evening pick up.

• Thanksgiving and Christmas dog boarding: why booking early matters

  Planning Thanksgiving or Christmas travel? Here is why Houston dog owners should book holiday boarding early and how holiday deposits and cancellations work.

• How to choose a dog boarding facility in Houston: a touring checklist

  Touring dog boarding in Houston? Use this checklist of what to look at and what to ask, from overnight staffing and vaccine rules to cancellation policies.

• What to pack for your dog's boarding stay

  A practical packing list for your dog's boarding stay, from their usual food and a familiar blanket to medications, vet details and notes on their routine.