Caring for Dogs Starts with Caring About Their Health
Every dog deserves thoughtful care, informed decisions, and a team that treats their health and safety as seriously as you do. That’s the philosophy that has guided Best Friends Fur Ever for more than 20 years.
Choosing daycare, boarding, or recovery care for your dog is an important decision. Whether you’re preparing for your puppy’s first daycare visit, boarding your dog while you’re away, helping a senior stay comfortable, or supporting recovery after surgery, understanding how a facility approaches health and safety matters.
This Health & Safety Hub was created to answer common questions, explain our approach to caring for dogs, and provide educational resources to help you make informed decisions. While every facility operates differently, these are the standards and practices that guide the care we provide every day at Best Friends Fur Ever.
We believe good care begins long before a dog enters a playgroup or settles in for the night.
Our approach is built around five guiding principles:
1. Prevention
Reducing risk through vaccination requirements, health screenings, thoughtful program recommendations, and proactive care.
2. Observation
Watching for subtle changes in a dog’s behavior, mobility, appetite, breathing, or comfort throughout the day.
3. Individualized Care
Recognizing that every dog has different physical, emotional, social, and medical needs.
4. Communication
Keeping pet parents informed whenever questions or health concerns arise during a stay.
5. Continuous Improvement
Reviewing procedures, staying informed on emerging recommendations, and continually refining our programs to better serve dogs and their families.
Explore Our Health & Safety Resources
Vaccination Requirements & Preventative Care
Vaccinations are one part of helping protect dogs that spend time together. Learn what vaccinations are required, why they’re important, and how preventative care helps reduce the spread and severity of contagious illness.
Canine Respiratory Illness
Respiratory illnesses, including kennel cough and other causes of Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease Complex (CIRDC), can occur anywhere dogs gather—including dog parks, grooming salons, veterinary offices, training classes, daycare, and boarding facilities.
Learn how respiratory illness spreads, why vaccinated dogs can still become sick, what signs to watch for, and the steps we take to help reduce risk.
Learn About Respiratory Health →
Daily Wellness Monitoring
Dogs can’t tell us when something feels different. 
Our team continually observes dogs throughout their visit for changes in behavior, mobility, breathing, appetite, energy level, and overall comfort. Early recognition helps us respond appropriately when concerns arise.
Learn How We Monitor Dogs →
Medication Administration
Many dogs continue medications while attending daycare or boarding. 
Learn how medications are administered, what information we need from pet parents and veterinarians, and how Assisted Canine Care Plus supports dogs with more structured recovery plans.
Medication Information →
Recovery Care & Chronic Conditions
Some dogs need additional support beyond traditional boarding. 
Whether recovering from surgery, managing arthritis, living with diabetes, or needing frequent medications, our Assisted Canine Care and Assisted Canine Care Plus programs provide individualized care designed to complement—not replace—veterinary treatment.
Senior Dog Care
Growing older doesn’t mean dogs stop enjoying enrichment, companionship, and new experiences. 
Learn how we adjust activities, provide quieter environments, support mobility, and help senior dogs stay comfortable during daycare and boarding.
Cleaning & Sanitation Standards
Cleanliness is about more than appearance.
Learn how we approach cleaning, disinfection, laundry, food and water bowl sanitation, toy hygiene, and facility maintenance to support a healthier environment for every dog.
Our Cleaning Standards →
Emergency Preparedness
Unexpected situations can happen.
Learn what happens if a dog becomes ill or injured during their stay,how we communicate with pet parents, and how we coordinate veterinary care when needed.
Emergency Procedures →
Choosing the Right Program for Your Dog
Not every dog thrives in the same environment.
Our goal is to recommend the care program that best fits each dog’s 
personality, age, health, energy level, and comfort.
Explore:
- Social Play
- Play My Way
- Assisted Canine Care
- Assisted Canine Care Plus
- Overnight Boarding
Our Commitment to Your Dog’s Health & Safety
Every policy, procedure, and decision we make is guided by one goal: creating a safe, healthy environment where dogs can play, learn, rest, and thrive.
Our team combines proactive wellness monitoring, thoughtful facility design, sanitation protocols, and open communication to help every guest receive exceptional care.
While no group environment can eliminate every health risk, we believe preparation, transparency, and continuous improvement help create safer experiences for every dog and every family.
Why Pet Parents Trust Best Friends Fur Ever
- Vaccination Standards
- Wellness Monitoring
- Cleaning & Disinfection
- Air Quality
- Emergency Preparedness
- 24/7 Overnight Care
- PackPro Certified Team
