Kennel Services
Pet Boarding at Northwood Animal Hospital in High Point, NC
Ensure your pet’s comfort during their stay with our inclusive boarding options at Northwood Animal Hospital.
Pet Boarding: Your Pet’s Home Away from Home
Step into the world of our pet boarding services, where your furry friend will enjoy treats, extra love, and in-house food in our all-inclusive facility. Below, you’ll find everything you need to know about pricing, vaccination requirements, treatment boarding options, and more. Prepare for a worry-free stay at Northwood Animal Hospital!
Northwood Animal Hospital is an All-Inclusive Facility!
(Revised April 2023)
What does inclusive mean? That means NO EXTRA FEES FOR THE FOLLOWING:
- Treats are given if provided by the owner
- Extra love, cuddles, and attention
- Socialization for friendly dogs
- One-on-one playtime for people-friendly pets
- In-house food provided (however, we highly recommend Pet Owners bring their pet’s regular food as sudden food changes can upset their stomach, which could require medical attention at the owner’s expense)
Pet Boarding: A Glimpse into Our Paradise
Discover the serene world of pet boarding at Northwood Animal Hospital. Explore our facilities, witness playful moments with our caring staff, and see the love and safety we provide for every furry guest. Your pet’s comfort and happiness are our top priorities!
Boarding Rules & Policies
All pets must be seen or have been seen by one of our veterinarians once a year for a wellness examination, prior to being scheduled/allowed to board. This is not only to establish the veterinarian/patient relationship and to review records but also to ensure the safety of your pet and our staff.
IMPORTANT — Beginning January 2023, It will be a requirement that all pets who wish to use any of our Kennel Facility services must be an established Northwood Animal Hospital Client and also list Northwood Animal Hospital as their overall main/primary veterinary care provider. Pets who are not currently or will not be current complete medical patients will not be able to use our Northwood Animal Hospital Kennel Facility. For additional assistance please contact our office during regular business hours.
Owners must provide proof that their pet(s) have been vaccinated by a veterinarian and is up to date on the following vaccines as well as listing Northwood Animal Hospital as their now new main veterinary care provider:
Dogs: Wellness Exam, Distemper-Parvo-Lepto (DAPPL), Bordetella (Upper Respiratory Diseases), Rabies.
Important — Beginning January 2023, the following requirements must be met in order to use Northwood Animal Hospital’s Kennel Facility:
1. Current negative Snap 4dx test/Heartworm test (age dependent)
2. Up-to-date on a negative fecal exam (internal parasites)
3. Show Proof of monthly compliance with heartworm and flea/tick prevention.
Cats: Wellness Exam, Feline Distemper (FVRCP) and Rabies.
Important — Beginning January 2023, the following requirements must be met in order to use Northwood Animal Hospital’s Kennel Facility:
1. Up-to-date on a negative fecal exam (internal parasites)
2. Show Proof of monthly compliance with flea/tick prevention.
Dogs & Cats: Must be free of fleas, ticks, and intestinal parasites. (If activity is found by our trained staff, Northwood Animal Hospital will treat these issues at the owner’s expense)
Northwood Animal Hospital reserves the right not to perform or refuse services as needed, based on different factors such as (but not limited to) safety and/or behavior.
Personal Items are not allowed and will not be accepted for pets staying at Northwood Animal Hospital. These items include but are not limited to beds, blankets, and toys. Our kennel facility is set up to offer your pet the comforts of home such as beds and toys, thus eliminating the hassle of bringing those items from home.
Northwood Animal Hospital may capture pictures/videos of my pet, their pet owners, or the owner’s agent while on-premises, and may use, reuse, and publish such pictures/videos on their social media platforms, website, and/or clinic use for marketing purposes. Clients release Northwood Animal Hospital from any demands arising out of the use of such images or videos without limitation, all claims for libel or invasion of privacy.
Cancellation & No-Show Policy
- 24-Business hours’ advance notice is required during busy holiday seasons such as Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s for example. After-hours/weekends/holidays communications are to be accepted and marked received on the next business day.
- In the event a pet has more than 3 combined total cancellations and/or no-shows, Northwood Animal Hospital reserves the right to require non-refundable prepayment for any future services.
Get Started
- Make sure your dog(s) or cat(s) are up to date on vaccines, and preventatives, and are deemed healthy by one of our Northwood Animal Hospital veterinarians (scheduled wellness exam appointment required)!
- Schedule your dog’s first boarding at Northwood Animal Hospital and complete the required forms!
Call (OR DOWNLOAD OUR FREE APP PETDESK) and reserve a spot when you need a boarding visit. It is preferred for you to make your reservation with at least a 1 business day notice; however, we may have same-day availability for boarding (call for availability). The required forms are below. Reservations are required. Remember step number one above must take place. - It is time to check in! (Estimated time to check in is roughly 10-15 minutes per pet. Please plan accordingly.)
To ensure we are taking excellent care of your pet(s), remember to complete all the necessary forms at least 24 hours (1 business day) before check-in. This can simplify the check-in process when dropping off your pet(s) at Northwood Animal Hospital! We will always answer all your questions and make sure you are continuously informed. We pride ourselves in our quality of service and care and know you will appreciate it during drop-off as well as pick-up!
Boarding prices
- $35 for the first pet (dog) per night, each additional pet (dog) is $30
- $30 for each feline per night
- If your pet requires injectable medications (which must be given by Veterinary Technicians), they must have treatment boarding, see below for more information.
- Unfortunately, our hospital is not able to board some large, and any extra large and/or giant dog breeds due to not having the appropriate space these pets require during boarding.
Boarding Forms
To ensure the best care for your pet during their stay at Northwood Animal Hospital, please select and fill out the necessary form(s) below based on your specific requirements:
- Boarding Long-Term Agreement Form (1 form per household, required yearly)
- Boarding Amendment – Food/Medication Release Form (1 form per pet, required every visit)
- Doggie Day Camp Agreement Form (1 form per pet)
Treatment Boarding* Prices
(Medical Team Care Required)
- For nightly stays on Saturdays, Sundays, and/or Holidays: $85 per night per pet. Treatment boarding* is available to patients who need more medical care while boarding with us.
- For nightly stays on regular hours operating weekdays: $45 per night per pet. Treatment boarding* is available to patients who need more medical care while boarding with us.
*As of December 1, 2022, due to our change in hours of operations, treatment boarding pricing had to be adjusted to cover the now additional costs of having a veterinary nurse on-site twice a day during non-regular business hours such as Saturdays, Sundays, and on most major holidays.NOTE: Northwood Animal Hospital does not offer 24-hour care as we do not have staff staying overnight. Northwood Animal Hospital is a General Practice Veterinary Hospital.