August 24, 2008 - It's a tough decision for pet owners to decide on what type of pet service to use when they want to travel away from home.  The decision of choosing a pet sitter vs. a kennel can be made a lot easier, by considering your pet's health and personality.  According to Tonia Evans, owner of The Kitty's Corner, a Whitman, Mass.-based pet-sitting and cat-boarding business, "kennels are better suited for animals that tend to get lonely". 

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According to Fetch! Pet Care, here are a few things you may want to take into consideration when"

•  Choosing a kennel:
   
  1. Have you toured the facility?  If so, does it meet your expectations?
  2. Does the place smell okay?
  3. Are the dog beds raised off the floor?
  4. Is there good air circulation?
  5. Is the turf of the play area made of asphalt?  If so, it can hurt your dog's paws.
  6. Have you checked out the kennel's references?
      
•  Choosing a pet sitter:
   
  1. Are they fully bonded & insured?
  2. Have you checked out the pet sitter's references?
  3. Do you feel comfortable with the person who would take care of your pet?
  4. Would they be able to accommodate any special needs your pet may have such as diet and exercise?
  5. Have they undergone a criminal background check?
  6. Did they receive relevant training?