🐕 Gone Dog: General FAQs
We're not your average boarding setup—and that's on purpose. Gone Dog was created to give pups a more personal, loving, and low-stress alternative to traditional kennels or chaotic dog parks. We offer small-scale, customized care with a deep understanding of dog behavior, enrichment, and emotional needs.
Here’s what you should know before booking with us:
💡 What makes Gone Dog different?
Gone Dog is a home-based boarding and daycare experience focused on enrichment, structure, and individual attention. We're not a loud warehouse with 50 barking dogs—we're a calm, cozy, dog-centered space with safety, routines, and relationships at the core.
We specialize in:
Small group dynamics (we only take multiple dogs if they’re from the same household)
Personalized care plans
Enrichment-based activities
Supporting sensitive or special-needs dogs
A low-stimulation, home-like environment
Constant supervision and 24/7 presence
We believe every dog deserves to feel safe, understood, and truly at home while you’re away.
🐾 Do you accept small dogs?
For in-home boarding and daycare, we now accept dogs 15 lbs and up.
This update is not due to aggression or past issues. Onion, our resident Mastiff mix, is an incredibly gentle giant — but he’s also very large, and we want to prevent any chance of a tiny dog being accidentally stepped on, rolled onto, or squished during moments of excitement.
We absolutely can separate dogs anytime thanks to:
Two fully fenced yards
Multiple gated hallways
Divided indoor zones
Because of this setup, short-term exceptions for dogs under 15 lbs may be possible, as long as full separation is used throughout their stay. Long-term separation isn’t ideal for the dog’s comfort or our overall flow, so extended stays are limited to 15 lbs+.
🧠 Do you accept reactive, anxious, or neurodivergent dogs?
Yes—and we genuinely enjoy working with them.
While we’re not a behavior rehab facility, we have experience with:
Reactivity
Fearfulness
OCD/repetitive behaviors
Noise sensitivity
Trauma responses
Shy or slow-to-warm personalities
We structure the environment to avoid overstimulation and rely on positive reinforcement, predictable routines, and dog-first care.
Some dogs may need a trial visit before longer boarding. Safety and comfort always guide our decisions.
🐶 Who are Olive and Onion?
We share our home with two resident dogs who help shape the energy here:
Olive (Border Collie mix) — our playful, outgoing social butterfly who loves making new friends and encouraging confidence in other dogs.
Onion (Mastiff mix) — our gentle giant, calm, grounded, and incredibly respectful of all dogs.
They help new pups settle in, model healthy play, and keep the environment balanced.
🧺 What’s included in a typical daycare or boarding stay?
Every pup gets:
Safe, structured yard time
Indoor rest + quiet nap breaks
Enrichment (puzzles, snuffle mats, sensory play, sniffy walks, etc.)
One-on-one attention
Photo + video updates
We keep numbers low so every dog gets intentional care and calm, quality downtime.
🍽 What about food, treats, and feeding?
You’ll bring your dog’s regular food and any supplements/meds they need. We follow your schedule closely.
We offer limited treats such as:
Freeze-dried meats
Dried fish skins
Pig ears
Fresh fruits/veggies (blueberries, carrots, apples)
Or we can use only what you provide—your call.
No food shaming, no pressure—just what’s best for your dog’s belly.
❤️ Do you offer extra care or special accommodations?
Yes! Just let us know ahead of time so we can plan properly. We commonly support:
Medication administration (oral, topical, eye/ear drops)
Slow feeders or hand feeding
Limited ingredient or allergy-friendly diets
Senior support
Comfort care for disabled, grieving, or recovering dogs
Anxiety accommodations (music therapy, scent calming, melatonin treats, etc.)
Some add-ons may have a small fee if they require significant time or labor—always transparently communicated.
🧩 My dog doesn’t get along with other dogs—can we still book?
Possibly! We take temperament seriously.
If your dog isn’t comfortable with others, we may still be able to offer solo or modified care, depending on scheduling. Our home layout allows complete separation when needed.
A trial visit, such as a day at doggie daycare or an overnight stay, may be required before extended boarding.
🎁 Do you offer enrichment or add-ons?
Yes! We’re building a menu of optional add-ons, including:
Enrichment boxes
Sniffy walks
Backyard obstacle awareness games
Taxi service (pickup/dropoff within service radius)
Dog birthday parties (same-household + invited friends)
Friends & Family playdates (private playgroups for dogs who already know each other)
All add-ons are schedule-dependent.
👩⚕️ What happens in an emergency?
Your dog’s safety is our top priority.
If an emergency occurs:
We contact you immediately
Then your emergency contact if needed
We follow your care instructions
We contact your vet or the nearest emergency vet
If we can’t reach anyone, we use our best judgment to ensure your dog gets timely care
Emergency contact information is required before your stay.
📸 Will I get updates?
Always. We send pics or videos so you can see how your dog is doing and stay connected. Tell us whether you prefer:
Lots of photos
A few daily
Or minimal updates (some clients like to unplug!)
🐾 How do I know if Gone Dog is a good fit for my dog?
If your dog thrives with structure, routine, enrichment, and a calm home environment, they’ll love it here. If they need emotional support, predictable energy, or individualized care—they’re in the right place.
Let’s start with a conversation. We’re always honest about fit, comfort level, and what we can offer.
📢 Barking Disclaimer
Dogs bark—it's communication!
However, if your dog struggles with constant, repetitive, or disruptive barking, they may find this environment challenging. We maintain a low-stimulation atmosphere for everyone’s comfort.
We’re happy to talk through strategies and see what’s possible!