vaccinations & health

At the Dog Ranch we prioritize the health and safety of all our canine guests.
To ensure a healthy environment we require that all dogs staying with us are in good health and have the required updated vaccinations below.
We provide a full-body health check on all dogs upon their arrival for boarding, and every 4 days thereafter.
Vaccination paperwork can be sent to [email protected] or uploaded via your Customer Portal.
Special Considerations:
• We welcome senior dogs who are mobile and can walk outside. They will be placed on our “geriatric schedule” and enjoy time outdoors on artificial turf and the flatter forest trails.
Please note: We cannot accept incontinent senior dogs.
• Un-neutered and un-spayed puppies and adolescents are welcome on a case-by-case basis, give us call to discuss at (604) 947-6965.
Mandatory Vaccinations
Bordetella (for Kennel Cough):
Dogs staying with us must receive the Bordetella vaccine annually. If your dog is overdue for Bordetella they must receive a booster 72 hours before arrival (5–7 days is preferred). The injectable version takes 10 days for full protection. The intranasal version takes 5 days.
Please note: Bordetella does not guarantee immunity from all strains, but it typically reduces severity.
DHLPP (Distemper, adenovirus [hepatitis], leptospirosis, parvovirus, and parainfluenza virus):
Updated every 1–3 years (depending on your vet). We accept Titer tests for DHPP, updated annually.
Rabies:
Required every 1–3 years (depending on your vet). Senior dogs may be exempt from rabies vaccination if medically sensitive.
Other Health Details
City & Bowen Shuttle Transportation
We make it easy to transport your Pup to the Dog Ranch with one of our three city shuttle options.
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