Boarding at The Drake Center

At The Drake Center, boarding is more than just a place to stay. Your pet boards inside our AAHA-accredited veterinary hospital, where comfort, safety, and medical oversight are always a priority. Whether your pet is here for a short stay or an extended visit, our team treats every boarder like family.

What Clients Can Expect From the Boarding Experience

When your pet stays with us, you can expect:

  • A clean, climate-controlled boarding environment inside our hospital
  • Daily monitoring by trained veterinary professionals
  • Individualized care plans based on your pet’s needs
  • Medication administration when required
  • Calm handling and compassionate attention
  • Immediate access to medical care if needed

Our boarding team works closely with our medical staff, which means peace of mind for pet parents, especially for senior pets or those with medical conditions.

What We Expect From Clients Before Boarding

To ensure the safety and comfort of all pets in our care, we require the following before your pet’s boarding stay:

Required Records and Forms

  • Completed Boarding Questionnaire
  • Up-to-date vaccination and health records
  • Current Wellness Exam 
  • Negative Fecal Test 
  • Current contact information and emergency contact 

Required Vaccinations

Dogs:

  • Rabies
  • DHPP
  • Bordetella
  • Leptospirosis 

Cats:

  • Rabies
  • FVRCP

Vaccines must be current prior to check-in. If your pet is due for updates, our medical team may be able to administer vaccines ahead of or during the boarding stay. 

Please note: Based on current events and disease outbreaks, these requirements may change in accordance with updated guidelines or at the discretion of the attending veterinarian.

Medications, Food, and Special Instructions

  • All medications must be clearly labeled with dosing instructions
  • Please bring enough medication for the entire stay
  • Prescription diets or specialty food should be provided by the owner
  • Written feeding and care instructions are required

Our team is happy to accommodate medical needs whenever possible. Please note that additional fees may apply for medication administration or special care.

Boarding Drop-Off and Pick-Up Hours

Boarding check-in and check-out is available during our regular business hours:

  • Monday through Friday: 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Saturday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Sunday and holidays: No drop-off or pick-up

Late pick-ups or early arrivals may not be accommodated outside of these hours.

Types of Pets We Board

We currently offer boarding for dogs and cats. 

If your pet has special medical needs, behavioral considerations, or is a senior pet, please let us know in advance so we can ensure the best possible experience.

Is Boarding at The Drake Center Right for Your Pet?

Our boarding services are ideal for:

  • Pets who benefit from medical supervision
  • Senior pets
  • Pets on daily medications
  • Clients who want peace of mind knowing their pet is boarding at a veterinary hospital
  • Pets who will enjoy a smaller, cozier facility with a team who gives them all the attention and care they will need and desire 
  • Cats because we offer a feline-only boarding room

If you’re unsure whether boarding with us is the right fit, our team is happy to discuss your pet’s individual needs.

Ready to Get Started?

To begin the boarding process, please complete our Boarding Questionnaire and submit your pet’s records.

If you have questions or would like to schedule boarding, contact our team directly by calling or texting 760-753-9393.