Frequently Asked Questions

General Questions
What do I have to do to enroll my dog in All For Doggies?
How are the dogs kept in the vans?
What are the pick-up and drop-off times for daycare and boarding?
Do you often have altercations between dogs?
Do I need to bring for proof of vaccinations?
How can I make schedule changes?
How do you bill?
What happens if your dog gets sick or hurt at All For Doggies?
What is your policy in extreme weather conditions?
What do you do with sick dogs?
What do you do with a dog that isn't getting along with the other dogs?
Do I have to do anything in the morning before your arrive to pick-up my dog?

Daycare Questions
What time do the K-9 transports arrive at the facility in the morning for daycare?
What time do the K-9 transports leave the facility to drop-off the dogs after daycare?
Do you feed the dogs that are at the facility for daycare?
Do all the dogs play together or do you separate by size, temperament, etc.
How many people are supervising the dogs during the day?
How long are the dogs in the van everyday?
What are the dog's activities for the day?
What is the latest I can make a scheduling change for daycare?
How much playtime do the dogs receive when they are there for daycare?

Boarding Questions
How many times a day are the boarding dogs get fed?
Can I bring toys, beds, blankets, treats, and leashes to All For Doggies?
What are the dog's activities for the day?
Do I provide the food for my dog or do you?
What is the latest I can make a scheduling change for boarding?
Does the kennel have a temperature control system?
Do you administer medications?
How much playtime do the dogs receive when they are there for boarding?
What can I expect after I pick-up my dog and take him home?

Training Questions
What is the best training program for me?
Can I visit my dog during the board and train program?
What is your training method?
What should I expect after I get my dog back from a boarding and training program?
What do I have to do to reinforce what my dog has been taught?

Grooming Questions
What is the latest I can make a scheduling change for grooming?
What is included in a full groom?
What is included in basic wash?

General
Q. What do I have to do to enroll my dog in All For Doggies?
A. Your dog must meet all of our requirements. You must then come and visit our facility for a tour, interview, and to fill out paperwork. It's important that you see our facility and understand how we are taking care of your dog.

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Q. How are the dogs kept in the vans?
A. If your dog is going being transported by All For Doggies, he/she is required to wear a harness. There are some dogs that are strapped in by the harness to tie bars, while some are allowed to move freely about the customized K-9 transport van.

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Q. What are the pick-up and drop-off times for daycare and boarding?
A. The pick-up and drop-off times are between 8:30 - 10:30AM and 2:30 - 5:00PM. These pick-up and drop-off windows are not guaranteed and depend largely in part to traffic, weather, and road conditions.

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Q. Do you often have altercations between dogs?
A. Since all of the dogs that stay at All For Doggies are temper tested, we do not have many altercations between our dogs. However, the temper test does not prevent a possible confrontation. We have experienced many cuts, scratches, and bites that usually occur as the result of some rough playing.

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Q. Do I need to bring for proof of vaccinations?
A. You need to provide written proof from a licensed veterinarian that your dog's Rabies, Distemper, and Bordetella vaccinations are current. We also strongly suggest that you have your dog on a flea prevention and heartworm prevention program.

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Q. How can I make schedule changes?
A. Currently, you must make all your scheduling changes by calling All For Doggies. Please leave a message in the "Scheduling Changes" voicemail box if you do not speak with an All For Doggies representative. You will need written or verbal confirmation for boarding schedule changes. All other service schedule changes are confirmed upon receipt unless you hear otherwise from All For Doggies.

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Q. How do you bill?
A. Daycare clients who purchase visits on credit will receive a "Usage Statement" once a month. It is your responsibility as a daycare client that your credits do not fall below zero. For all other products or services, all payments are due when services are rendered. There may be a deposit required if your dog participates in our Board and Train program.

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Q. What happens if your dog gets sick or hurt at All For Doggies?
A. All For Doggies approaches each and every day with the goal to provide a safe and healthy environment for your dog. However, from time to time, there may be a situation that is beyond our control, which may result in your dog being hurt. All For Doggies will be responsible to make sure that your dog receives the appropriate care. However, you are financially responsible for any professional fees that are incurred for your dog.

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Q. What is your policy in extreme weather conditions?
A. If weather and road conditions do not permit us to operate our equipment and facilities safely, All For Doggies may cancel service. You will be notified via telephone if such a situation should arise.

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Q. What do you do with sick dogs?
A. Dogs that may become sick while under our care are isolated and carefully monitored. If medical attention is required, we will make an appointment for your dog at your veterinarian. In emergency situations, we will take your dog to the best qualified and closest licensed veterinarian.

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Q. What do you do with a dog that isn't getting along with the other dogs?
A. Dogs that are not getting along with other dogs are given a chance to rest in a 5' by 5' run until such time as he or she is ready to be introduced back to the playgroup under careful supervision.

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Q. Do I have to do anything in the morning before your arrive to pick-up my dog?
A. YES. All For Doggies is not a walking service. We are an exercising service. Please make sure that your dog has done all of his/her business (#1 and #2) before we arrive in the morning. Please make sure that he/she is wearing his/her collar, ID tags, and harness before we arrive. For additional information, please also check out our Daycare and Boarding To Do's.

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Daycare
Q. What time do the K-9 transports arrive at the facility in the morning for daycare?
A. Our K-9 transports generally arrive at our facility between 10:00am - 11:00am.

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Q. What time do the K-9 transports leave the facility to drop-off the dogs after daycare?
A. Our K-9 transports generally leave our facility between 2:00pm - 3:00pm.

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Q. Do you feed the dogs that are at the facility for daycare?
A. Unless you make a specific request for us to feed you dog, dogs that are here for daycare are usually not fed.

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Q. Do all the dogs play together or do you separate by size, temperament, etc.
A. Careful consideration is made as to which dogs play together. Age, size and temperament are all considered.

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Q. How many people are supervising the dogs during the day?
A. It depends on the number of dogs that are at the facility. Generally there are 3-5 trained dog handlers supervising the dogs at all times.

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Q. How long are the dogs in the van everyday?
A. We will pick-up and drop-off the dogs in the same order. It takes approximately 2.5 hours to pick-up the dogs and 2.5 hours to drop them off. Therefore the dogs are in the van an average of 2.5 - 3 hours per day. For example, if your dog is picked-up first in the morning, they will be in the van approximately 2.5 hours until that van arrives at the facility. However, your dog will be dropped off first which meansthey will only ride in the van 15-30 minutes in the afternoon.

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Q. What are the dog's activities for the day?
A. There are lots of nice and friendly dogs to play with at All For Doggies. Our dog handlers and kennel staff enjoy tossing a tennis ball, running, or playing Frisbee with the dogs. Dogs that are here for daycare exercise for 3 - 4 hours a day while dogs that are here for boarding exercise between 5 - 6 hours a day.

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Q. What is the latest I can make a scheduling change for daycare?
A. Daycare reservations can be changed up and until 6am on the day of service without incurring a penalty. You will be charged for the day for all late or no notice cancellations.

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Q. How much playtime do the dogs receive when they are there for daycare?
A. Dogs that are here for daycare generally get between 3 and 4 hours of playtime everyday.

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Boarding
Q. How many times a day are the boarding dogs get fed?
A. 2 times a day, once in the morning around 9:00am and once in the evening around 5:00pm.

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Q. Can I bring toys, beds, blankets, treats, and leashes to All For Doggies?
A. You can bring a blanket for your dog during his or her boarding stay. However, you may not leave any toys, beds, treats, or leashes. Pincher and choker collars are also not permitted

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Q. What are the dog's activities for the day?
A. There are lots of nice and friendly dogs to play with at All For Doggies. Our dog handlers and kennel staff enjoy tossing a tennis ball, running, or playing Frisbee with the dogs. Dogs that are here for daycare exercise for 3 - 4 hours a day while dogs that are here for boarding exercise between 5 - 6 hours a day. The day is structured between playing, eating, and resting. Please call us to inquire about the specific schedule.

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Q. Do I provide the food for my dog or do you?
A. It's your choice. You know your dog better than anyone. If he/she has a sensitive stomach than we suggest you provide your own food. Otherwise, All For Doggies will provide food for your dog at no extra charge. Please note that if you are going to bring your food, please only bring enough for your dog's stay as any additional food will be discarded.

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Q. What is the latest I can make a scheduling change for boarding?
A. You must give at least 48 hours notice to change a boarding reservation. All late reservation changes are subject to a cancellation fee. You will need written or verbal confirmation for your

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Q. Does the kennel have a temperature control system?
A. The kennel (area where the dogs eat and sleep) is temperature controlled with an air circulation system.

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Q. Do you administer medications?
A. We administer all medications at no extra charge.

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Q. How much playtime do the dogs receive when they are there for boarding?
A. Dogs that are here for boarding get between 5 and 6 hours of playtime during the weekday. During the weekend or holidays, dogs that are here for boarding will get between 7 and 8 hours of playtime.

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Q. What can I expect after I pick-up my dog and take him home?
A. Your dog will sleep . . . a lot. All of the playtime coupled with the natural stress that is induced in a boarding situation will make your dog extremely tired.

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Training
Q. What is the best training program for me?
A. This depends on you, your dog and your lifestyle. We have several different programs to meet your training needs. Please visit our training page for more information

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Q. Can I visit my dog during the board and train program?
A. Yes, we do allow you to visit your dog during the board and train program. However, we strongly discourage you from visiting your dog because the visit may disrupt the training program by upsetting your dog (your dog may believe that they are going home).

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Q. What is your training method?
A. We use positive reinforcement to train dogs. Although we do not use treats the dogs learn by verbal and physical praise.

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Q. What should I expect after I get my dog back from a boarding and training program?
A. You can expect a calmer and more well mannered dog, one that consistently understands basic obedience commands. However, please remember that your dog is not a robot. The training that they receive here is a foundation and it is our job together to build on that foundation to guide you and your dog towards a more gratifying lifetime relationship.

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Q. What do I have to do to reinforce what my dog has been taught?
A. You must continue to reinforce the training that your dog has received. Be consistent, never repeat a command without a correction, don't yell, and give them lot's of love and praise.

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Grooming
Q. What is the latest I can make a scheduling change for grooming?
A. You must give at least 48 hours notice to change a grooming reservation. All late reservation changes are subject to a cancellation fee. Daycare reservations can be changed up and until 6am on the day of service without incurring a penalty. You will be charged for the day for all late or no notice cancellations.

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Q. What is included in a full groom?
A. A bath, dry, brush, haircut, nail trim, ear cleaning, and anal gland extraction.

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Q. What is included in basic wash?
A. A bath, dry, brush, nail trim, and ear cleaning.

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