Boarding

While we never like to be away from our pets for any length of time, sometimes situations arise that require us to. That’s why Chesapeake Veterinary Hospital is pleased to offer boarding services for our patients (including patients with special medical needs).

Our Boarding Policy 

We are a medically supervised boarding facility. To ensure the safety of your pet as well as others, they must have an annual examination once a year by one of our veterinarians. You are encouraged to schedule an appointment for an annual exam 1-2 weeks before boarding. This will ensure that your pet is healthy to board at our facility, vaccinations are up to date, and they have reached maximum protectiveness.

  • Any pet on medication will be checked by a technician at check-in to be sure that we are aware of any issues your pet is having.
  • All dogs need to be current with Rabies, DA2PP, Bordetella and Canine Influenza.  If a dog is due for a Bordetella or Influenza, it must be administered at least 2 weeks prior to boarding.
  • All cats need to be current with Rabies & FVRCP.
  • All pets must have had a negative intestinal parasite (fecal) test within the past 12 months. Pets not on a year-round Parasite Preventative must have had a negative fecal test within the last six months.
  • Any pet deemed not to be up-to-date on vaccinations at check-in will be required to be examined by a veterinarian with the owner present, at the owner’s expense, before the pet is left for boarding.
  • Should your pet become ill during their stay at our practice, every reasonable effort will be made to reach your emergency contact. Please note that by listing individuals as an emergency contact, you are authorizing them to make any medical and/or economic decisions in your place. If unable to be reached, then our veterinary staff will administer any diagnostics, medical or surgical treatments deemed necessary to aid in the wellbeing of your pet.
  • Lastly, any disease which potentially poses a risk to the general boarding population (i.e. parasites, infection, etc.) will be treated upon diagnosis and any fees for these treatments will be incurred by the owner.
  • Again, thank you for choosing us as your boarding facility and we look forward to serving your pet in every possible way. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call 410-643-3101 and we will be happy to assist you.
  • A boarding form must be filled out upon each boarding visit. PETS MAY BE DROPPED OFF/ PICKED UP MONDAY- FRIDAY 8:30 AM-NOON / 1PM -5:30PM; SATURDAY 8AM – 11AM
  • Reservations are required (Holiday time – at least 6 weeks in advance. Spring break through Summertime – at least 4 weeks in advance).

If you have a large or special-needs pet, we strongly recommend even earlier reservations!

Vaccination Requirements 

  • All pets must have all current vaccinations. Pets without proof of vaccination and an exam by one of our providers will not be able to board at our facility. If your pet is not a patient at Chesapeake Veterinary Hospital, we require a physical exam to be done at our facility at the owner’s expense before boarding.
  • Daily Fees: A daily boarding fee will be charged for each overnight stay.
  • Walk Outside: Any canine boarding will be leash-walked by trained kennel assistants a minimum of 3 times daily. (Please note, there is a small area reserved for walking outside that is fenced in).
  • Medications: Pets requiring daily oral or topical medication; there is an additional charge of $5 per day. Pets with a chronic illness and diabetics are considered medical boarding and the charge is different since they require a considerable amount of medical care by our technicians.  Please inquire about the cost if you have questions.
  • Feeding: We feed Royal Canin brand food to all boarders.
  • Special Diets: For pets requiring prescription food, please bring food with or it can be provided by the hospital (if it is a food we carry and it is in stock). If the prescription food is to be provided by the hospital, a bag will be opened and charged to you. Any food remaining at the end of your pets’ stay will be sent home with you.
  • Dangerous Animals: All dogs that are known to bite, or will not tolerate being lifted, must be scheduled into a bottom cage or run. The owner is responsible for additional costs involved in securing special accommodations for pets exhibiting dangerous behavior to prevent risk to staff members.

Additional Information 

  • Food and treats that you provide should be marked with your name and the name of your pet.
  • At the time of drop-off please take your leash/collar home with you.
  • Toys and any other personal belongings are left at your own risk—We will make every attempt to return any items left with your pet, but we cannot be responsible for the destruction or loss of those items during the boarding visit.
  • Due to sanitation reasons, no pet beds/comforters/blankets will be permitted.