Dogs and cats that are boarded at pet care centers can really get the deluxe treatment. They can be routinely walked, have access to the play areas as well as visit the groomer all while the owners are off enjoying themselves on a holiday or business trip.

The pet care center should be clean, well maintained and very user friendly. Some offer pet pick up and drop off or even drop at the door services for pets that are already registered and members of the service.

Ask for a tour of the facility and make sure you get a chance to look at the kennels, vet facilities, spa, therapy areas, exercise areas as well as the general facilities lay out. If it houses several types of pets, are they kept separate and how is each area secured?