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Has your Coton ever been boarded? how long? was it positive or negative?

by Iris Miller
(Bristol, CT USA)

I will not be able to take Tuffy with me this time to California. I must be gone about three weeks and a trainer I trust knows my dog, and told me Tuffy will not do well left home alone all day and definitely do not medicate him (my son and his wife will care for him, but they work all day). She said he will be a disaster and so will I when I return, and it will take a long time to undo all the stress he will be under. Tuffy is used to me being with him all day and going out for brief outings frequently.

She highly recommends I board him in a doggy camp where he will get the care and attention he needs and have lots of fun.

I need help from all my Coton owner friends, opinions and advice please! Do you have a single dog, a Coton at home, does he have anxiety when you return?
love,
Iris

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Sep 08, 2010
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Pet sitter dilemma
by: Gale

Hi Iris - here's some suggestions

I actually just wrote about my recent experience finding a pet sitter here. I had a great experience finding a pet sitter for Luc while I was out of the country.

There are many businesses (including Care.com that I used) that provide dog walking services during the day. You could have them come over while your son is at work and walk Tuffy and spend some time with him. You can interview in advance and make sure Tuffy is happy with the sitter.

I have actually used a "doggy camp" for Luc on occasion. This is great if Tuffy is social and likes to hang out with other dogs. The place I went to had a webcam so I could log on any time and see how Luc was doing. It put my mind at ease just seeing him playing and having fun. The only down side is that the dogs never seem to get any rest during the day which can be a problem if he's there for a longer duration.

I would definitely pick a place with a webcam so you can view their site BEFORE leaving Tuffy there. You can see how the dogs interact, how the staff treats the dogs, etc.

Also, Cotons are so darn smart. I'm sure Tuffy can pick up on your anxiety over leaving him. I know it's hard, but try not to make a big deal out of it when you leave him. You want him to know that there's nothing for him to worry about so you don't want him to see you all emotional and upset - you can fall apart on the plane :)

Good luck and try to enjoy your trip!

Sep 08, 2010
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Tuffy
by: Joyce

I think the best for Tuffy would be a house sitter that has experience with dogs. I'm sure you area has some available, and have them come over to interview.

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