How to Pamper Your Pet When You Go Out of Town

Is your puppy or kitty giving you those sad, puppy eyes as you register them for boarding? Do you feel the tears welling as you leave your loved one behind? Ease your sadness with a fancy pet hotel. Pamper your beloved pooch with private rooms, creme de la creme food and even a massage.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

How to Pamper your Pet while you're out of Town

1. Simply search online for "pet hotel" and the city you live in, and start sifting through the results. Pet hotels vary from city to city, but they are easy to find on the Internet. You can also use the search term "boarding pets, luxury" for additional results. Many pet hotels have massages for pets, top-of-the-line food and even spa areas.
2. Leave your pet with a family member or someone you trust that they are familiar with. Buy your pet a special treat and a special toy to make the transition a little easier.
3. Board your pooch at a doggy day care resort. Resorts like the "Ruffin' It Resort" in Madison, Wisconsin, are popping up across the country. The Ruffin' It Resort offers dog biscuits on pillows and kennel-free care.
4. If you use a dog walker or pet sitter normally, ask if they would be interested in making some extra money by taking care of your pet and spoiling them while you are gone. Stock up on your pets favorite food and send it along to wherever your pet will be staying.
5. Nobody knows your pet better than you, so make a list of things that usually puts him at ease whenever he is nervous or agitated, or things that will cheer him up when he seems depressed. Send this list along to the person who will be taking care of your pet while you're away.