Why choose Us?
TLC has a history of dependability dating from 1991. We never close and we are used to dealing with the inevitable last minute emergencies which all of us encounter.

We offer classic "family-style" boarding. Dogs live in our four bedroom home, as opposed to a kennel or pet hotel. Adjusting to our family of four (6, counting our 2 rescued dogs) is quick and bonding with the new pack is comforting. Your dog will have her usual food and walk schedule. Individual needs are met, such as meds, injections, special food preparation and geriatric issues.

Boarding Rates
Adult / Base Rate- Applies to housebroken dogs only. They have the run of the house and pick their favorite spots for resting and sleeping. Many feel most comfortable in our kids' bedrooms.

Youth / Training Rate- Applies to dogs with inappropriate behaviors such as destructive chewing, uncontrollable barking and aggression. Dogs in this category are closely monitored at meal times, are leash trained indoors and are given separate sleeping quarters.

Puppy / Geriatric Rate
Applies either to dogs who are not housebroken or to geriatric dogs with incontinence. Pups are routinely crate trained and are allowed to play in penned in areas while they learn housebroken behavior. They require eight (or more) walks per day to learn where to do what a puppy has to do. Geriatric dogs are closely attended to so as to prevent accidents. They may require as many as six outings per day.

What is a TLC Spa Stay?
This is a board which addresses your dog's need for weight loss. A typical spa stay lasts two weeks and includes daily:

• Four exercise intensive walks (2 long ones plus 2 shorter ones)
• Supplemental play sessions
• A brushing and a rub down
• A claw trim and bath top off the board.

Important to the Spa Stay is a mandatory 60 minute owner session to address the following:

• Which are the high quality foods?
• How much should your dog eat at meal time?
• Which treats are okay?
• How many walks are appropriate for your dog?
• How do you maintain your dog's ideal weight?

Housebreaking Your Pup Training Board
We offer an easy three part course on how to teach your pup to "hold it" until outside.

1. A 60 minute in home session in which we determine a consistent feeding, walking and crate training schedule. The crate's role, as a tool to facilitate housebreaking is thoroughly discussed. It is imperative that all family members use the same schedule and techniques, so all family members are welcome in the session.

2. A two week training board for your pup in which a consistent, thorough housebreaking schedule is followed. Daily socialization and play sessions with other pups and dogs are an additional benefit. During the board we keep a feeding / walks / elimination journal and maintain intensive communication with you.

3. A 60 minute follow up after the board is a crucial conclusion to the course for all family members. The feeding / walks / elimination journal is studied and we teach you how to keep the same kind of journal.

What is a TLC Home-Stay?
Some dogs, like cats, experience severe anxiety when removed from the familiar sights, smells and sounds of their homes and fellow pets. We have clients who regularly need us to live in their homes for the duration of a trip. Most often those households have both cats and dogs who benefit from the live-in loving care.

TLC...TAXI !
We supply pick up and drop off for boarders at an additional fee. Trips to the vet or groomer are also available.

Please e-mail for a full list of services and rates.

E-mail:
Carol’s mobile 347-539-2856
Peter’s mobile 347-539-2855

2006 SERVICES/RATES/POLICIES SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT THE SOLE DISCRETION OF TLC