School is Back in Session: Remember to Book Your Dog in Day Care at Second Home
School is back in full force and that means you are settling back into your regular after-summer routine. The children are off to classes while you head to work. And with school back in session, it’s important to have a plan for your dog and that includes the all-important doggie day care at Second Home Pet Resort.

While you’re working and the kids are at school, you can rest knowing your dog is safe and having a great time at Second Home’s doggie day care. As long as your dog plays nice with other dogs, is spayed or neutered, is current on vaccinations, and likes playing with other dogs, doggie day care is the perfect place to be.

Second Home’s resort activities coordinators supervise all doggie day care play groups and engage the dogs in many activities so you know your dog will not be bored. The resort has a 1,000-square-foot dog Activity Center as well as more than an acre of play yards and dog-friendly playground equipment.

Make sure to call Second Home and figure out the package and options that are best for you and your dog and whether you require full days or half days.

The same thing goes if your dog has been in day care throughout the summer. You want to be sure to continue your day care plan needs for your dog.

Remember, for any new guests joining doggie day care groups, they must first participate in a 20-minute pre-assessment interview for safety reasons. Inquire with Second Home’s Client Services staff. They will be happy to help.

The importance of grooming your dog regularly and be sure to book ASAP as we fill up fast.

The Importance of Grooming Your Dog Regularly
Having a dog in the family means lots of love, good food, a cushy bed to sleep in, lots of treats, and regular grooming. It’s not just about a poofy style; it’s about their overall health. Grooming is an essential part of your dog’s life and Second Home Pet Resort has a grooming salon where guests can enjoy a stress-free environment.

“There is more to grooming than just making your dog look handsome or pretty, though,” according to the article, “7 Benefits of Regular Dog Grooming: Important Care Facts” at Dogster. “With a regular grooming schedule, you can keep tabs on your dog’s overall health, rid them of fleas or ticks, and keep shedding at bay.”

According to the article, grooming benefits include:

• A groomer can spot skin or health problems
• Grooming promotes healthy skin and coat
• It removes tangles and mats
• Maintenance of nails, ears, and eyes.
• “Regular grooming will help keep shedding at bay,” the article said.
• Find and treat fleas

“Good groomers don’t just cut for beauty; they look for signs of trouble beneath the furry surface,” according to the article, “Hair Comes Trouble: Why Pets Need Regular Grooming” at ASPCA.

By grooming your pet, you show you are a responsible owner, the ASPCA article said.

It’s important to find a good, responsible groomer as well. By choosing Second Home’s groomers, you will know your pet is being treated with the utmost care. But be sure to book your pet’s grooming ASAP as we fill up fast!

Second Home Offers a Discount for Multiple Pets Sharing the Same Suite
When you have a pet and need boarding that goes above and beyond, Second Home Pet Resort is the place to go and the place where pets love to be while you’re out of town. And it’s also a great place if you have multiple pets who can share the same room.

Because pets are our passion, we want to make sure your pets are safe and feel comfortable during their stay. And we want you to feel that your pets are in good hands. If you have more than one pet, we know that keeping them together will make them feel better and you will feel better about it too.

While boarding a family of multiple pets can be very expensive, at Second Home we work with you. Check out the multiple pet rate options for two or more pets from the same household, boarding at the same time, and sharing the same pet suite. At Second Home, our per-pet incremental fees drop dramatically after the first family pet.

By keeping your pets together with us, you won’t have to ask family members to care for your pets while you are out of town. Sure, they may be well meaning, but they may not be prepared or trained. And some may not be all that reliable.

Second Home has staff who treat your pets like family, and they are trained to care for them. You can still provide your pets with the best resort experience, and you will be able to do it with affordable multi-pet rates.
So, make sure to book your pets. We can’t wait to see them!

What You Should Know if You Hire a Pet Sitter Instead Boarding
When you have pets and want to go away, the big question is whether to hire a pet sitter or bring your pet to a boarding facility. It’s an important decision to make and one that should be best for your pet and for you and your family.

It’s not always easy to find a pet sitter, let alone one you can trust with your pets and in your home while you are away. Oftentimes, you are allowing a stranger into your home to take care of your beloved pets. Additionally, your pets may not get along with the pet sitter. There’s also the chance that your pet could escape from the home and become lost. Those situations are scary.

Second Home Pet Resort is literally a home away from home for your pet. It is Arizona’s all-suite mountainside resort for pets, and everyone at Second Home has a passion for animals. We put your pet’s comfort and safety first, just as if your pets are our own.

When you go away on vacation, you can feel good knowing your own pets are in a special place where they, too, are on vacation. During their stay, your pets are safe in our care, first and foremost. Your pet will be in a private suite and if you have more than one pet, they can stay together. They have socialization options with doggy day care, potty breaks, a play yard, and even a pool. To top it off, we offer cuddle sessions.

Second Home is staffed 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, and your pet is never left in a building alone. Your pet will be in a loving environment until you return to take him home.

We Board Exotic Animals at Second Home; Ask for Details
At Second Home Pet Resort we love your pets. From dogs to cats, our business is about caring for your pets as if they are our own. It is shown in the design of our boarding facility, which was done with our own pets in mind.

Small dogs, medium size dogs, and large dogs get to go outdoors and play with their canine friends or spend time in doggie daycare. And cats will enjoy stretching and playtime in one or two cat play atriums.

We also know that some people have other types of companion animals, exotic animals. At Second Home we have boarded rabbits, birds, reptiles, chinchillas, turtles, pigs, and goats, too! We understand that pets are family, whether it’s a dog or cat or a rabbit or pig, and we want to be their home away from home.

If you have an exotic pet at home and need a place to stay for your animal, give us a call at (602) 997-6600. We require that you bring in all the necessary care items for your animal and their food. We can also discuss any special needs during their stay.
We look forward to seeing you soon.

The Importance of Keeping Your Dog’s Nails Trimmed
When you have a dog, it’s important to keep up with their grooming, such as baths, brushing their coat, cleaning their ears, brushing their teeth. It is also important to keep your dog’s nails trimmed.

While many humans love a good manicure and pedicure, it’s not always the case with dogs, according to the article, “How Often Should You Cut Your Dog’s Nails?” at Preventive Vet. There are many ways to calm your dog during a nail trim. It is also important to do trimmings regularly.

“Cutting your dog’s nails frequently will cause the quick to recede and allow the nails to be trimmed shorter,” the article said. “So, if it’s possible and practical to trim your dog’s nails weekly or at least every other week, you’ll likely see better results, have a much less stressed dog, and experience less stress yourself in the process.”

It’s a good idea to cut your dog’s nails “as often as it takes to prevent their nails from touching the ground when they’re standing,” the article said.

According to the article, “How to Cut Your Dog’s Nails Safely” at petMD.com, you will need good dog nail clippers, treats on hand for “positive reinforcement,” and styptic powder if you cut your dog’s nails too short. It helps stop bleeding.

Have treats ready and keep the following in mind when cutting your dog’s nails, according to the petMD article:

• Find a quiet and comfortable place.
• Hold small dogs in your lap or have someone else hold a big dog.
• Push down on the paw pad, which helps extend the nail forward, according to petMD.com.
• When you cut, “clip straight across the tip of the nail,” the petMD.com article said.
• Use treats throughout the process.

If in doubt, see your dog groomer or speak with your vet.