Dog & Cat FAQs

Dogs that live in the same household and are owned by the same pet parent are able to share a room. Be sure to tell the Reservation Specialist about their temperament and living situation so we can match them to the perfect accommodations!

All of our staff members are highly trained, pet-loving professionals who can’t wait to serve you and your pets. Each staff member works in a dedicated department and receives specific training for their position. From Reservation Specialists helping to plan your pet’s vacation to the Activities Counselors playing with your pet and the Lodging Techs serving meals and providing clean accommodations, we all have a part in making you and your pet’s experience meet all your expectations.

We recommend that you bring your pet’s favorite food from home and request that you portion it out into individual bags per meal. However, if you are unable to bring food from home, we serve high-quality NutriSource dog & cat food that’s easy on even the most sensitive stomachs. Just be aware that there is a small $1 charge per meal if you opt for our in-house food.

All rooms include soft, comfortable bedding on a raised bed, which we clean daily on-site. While you are able to bring your own blanket, it is not necessary and can only be used if it does not have foam or stuffing. No large beds as every item must be able to fit in our washing machine for sanitation.

Industry-leading safety and wellness systems keep all our guests healthy and protected. Pets are kept comfortable with year-round climate control and air filtration, while our facility and play yards are protected by 24/7 security and perimeter fencing. Additionally, our highly trained caregivers provide a comprehensive wellness check to our guests every day.

Your pet’s safety is always our first priority! Meadowlake works closely with local and national veterinarians to stay up to date on new information, trends and more. We require dogs to be up to date on their vaccinations for Rabies, DHLPP (Distemper), and Bordetella. While we do not require the CIV (canine flu) vaccine, we do highly recommend it. We always encourage all pet parents to discuss vaccinations with their preferred veterinarian to ensure your pet remains as safe, happy and healthy as possible.

Meadowlake’s reputation and convenient locations mean that rooms tend to fill fast, especially for holidays and summer trips. We recommend calling as soon as you know what dates you need. You can secure a reservation with a card on file, but no payment is due at the time of reservation, with the exception of extended stays or Stay & Train programs.

Dogs that live in the same household and are owned by the same pet parent are able to share a room. Be sure to tell the Reservation Specialist about their temperament and living situation so we can match them to the perfect accommodations!

All of our staff members are highly trained, pet-loving professionals who can’t wait to serve you and your pets. Each staff member works in a dedicated department and receives specific training for their position. From Reservation Specialists helping to plan your pet’s vacation to the Activities Counselors playing with your pet and the Lodging Techs serving meals and providing clean accommodations, we all have a part in making you and your pet’s experience meet all your expectations.

We recommend that you bring your pet’s favorite food from home and request that you portion it out into individual bags per meal. However, if you are unable to bring food from home, we serve high-quality NutriSource dog & cat food that’s easy on even the most sensitive stomachs. Just be aware that there is a small $1 charge per meal if you opt for our in-house food.

All rooms include soft, comfortable bedding on a raised bed, which we clean daily on-site. While you are able to bring your own blanket, it is not necessary and can only be used if it does not have foam or stuffing. No large beds as every item must be able to fit in our washing machine for sanitation.

Industry-leading safety and wellness systems keep all our guests healthy and protected. Pets are kept comfortable with year-round climate control and air filtration, while our facility and play yards are protected by 24/7 security and perimeter fencing. Additionally, our highly trained caregivers provide a comprehensive wellness check to our guests every day.

Your pet’s safety is always our first priority! Meadowlake works closely with local and national veterinarians to stay up to date on new information, trends and more. We require dogs to be up to date on their vaccinations for Rabies, DHLPP (Distemper), and Bordetella. While we do not require the CIV (canine flu) vaccine, we do highly recommend it. We always encourage all pet parents to discuss vaccinations with their preferred veterinarian to ensure your pet remains as safe, happy and healthy as possible.

Meadowlake’s reputation and convenient locations mean that rooms tend to fill fast, especially for holidays and summer trips. We recommend calling as soon as you know what dates you need. You can secure a reservation with a card on file, but no payment is due at the time of reservation, with the exception of extended stays or Stay & Train programs.

All of our staff members are highly trained, pet-loving professionals who can’t wait to serve you and your pets. Each staff member works in a dedicated department and receives specific training for their position. From Reservation Specialists helping to plan your pet’s vacation to the Activities Counselors playing with your pet and the Lodging Techs serving meals and providing clean accommodations, we all have a part in making you and your pet’s experience meet all your expectations

Each cat is provided clean, comfortable bedding. We recommend that you bring your pet’s favorite food from home and request that you portion it out into individual bags per meal. However, if you are unable to bring food from home, we serve high-quality NutriSource dog & cat food that’s easy on even the most sensitive stomachs. Just be aware that there is a small $1 charge per meal if you opt for our in-house food.

Meadowlake’s facilities feature advanced safety and wellness systems to keep all our guests healthy and protected. Year-round climate control and air filtration ensures a healthy and comfortable environment, while our facility and play yards are protected by 24/7 security and perimeter fencing. Additionally, our highly trained caregivers provide a comprehensive wellness check to our guests every day.

We require cats to be up to date on their vaccinations for rabies and FVRCP. We also require our guests to be on a flea and tick treatment for the wellbeing of all our furry visitors.

For the safety of all guests, daycare dogs must be current on the following vaccines; Rabies, DHLPP (distemper), and Bordetella. While we do not require the CIV (canine flu) vaccine, we do highly recommend it.

When you arrive, a Meadowlake team member will walk you through filling out a few forms, in particular some history about your pet. This is a great time to ask any questions you may have as well. Your pup will be taken to Daycare by one of our Daycare Counselors where they will await their evaluation to place them in the perfect play setting for them. Parents should not expect to be able to watch the evaluation as your pet will act differently with you around…not only may they act uninterested in other dogs, they could even become protective of the space in your presence. Our Counselors will take great care of your pet while you are away and contact you once the evaluation process is complete.

Deciphering your pup’s body language is an important part of their daycare evaluation. Your pup’s use of posture, facial expressions, and other cues will give us an understanding of what sort of play environment they enjoy. As they are introduced to different pets, and the daycare counselors, we assess if they are relaxed, having fun, and showing appropriate play behavior. For dogs more socially inclined, they are gradually introduced to the pack and will spend the rest of the day playing and meeting new friends. For pups who enjoy more one on one play time they are invited to do personal daycare. Once your pup has completed their evaluation, we will contact you and let you know how they did. After that, they are invited to join us the rest of the day until you are ready to pick them up.

Matching a dog to the most appropriate program involves many factors that our well trained staff analyze. While historically dogs are social, after years of domestication and depending on the dog’s past experiences, not all dogs actually like a social environment. So the first thing we want to ensure is that your pet has fun while at Meadowlake! In addition, we must consider factors like each pet’s size, activity level, play style, and age while placing them in the proper program or social pack.

When you come to pick up, we’ll let you know all about your dog’s fun day out. We’ll tell you how they most enjoyed playing, who they made friends with, the activities they preferred, and what positive developments we notice as they continue to visit us.

Both of our locations allow for a seamless transition from lodging to daycare. Pups that have not completed their daycare evaluation can do so once they have been checked-in, though we highly suggest getting their evaluation done prior to their stay. After completing their evaluation a daycare counselor will contact you and let you know what play program was the best fit for your pet. If they enjoyed social daycare then each day they will join the pack to play before returning to their room for dinner and tuck-ins. Both facilities have countless play packages available for parents who prefer not to do daycare during a pup’s stay.

Choosing your dog’s training program is an important decision, and it’s not one we take lightly. Programs are matched to each dog and family based on factors such as breed, age, past training experience, budget, and most importantly, your goals. Meadowlake Pet Resort provides a large variety of options to fit all your needs.

Our professional training programs start as low as only $125 and include options such as private lessons and our most popular and highly recommended Stay & Train programs. Sign up for a FREE Training Orientation today to get started!

Yes, our customized training programs come with take-home exercises, informational resources, and live support from our expert team to create meaningful results that last. We also provide access to our Client Training Portal once your dog has gone through our training program.

Meadowlake offers Post Graduate group classes for all graduates of our training program that are perfect to challenge your pet and practice new skills! We also offer Refresher Days while your pet is lodging with us to reinforce what they’ve learned in the past. Call today to learn more!