Every dog deserves the royal treatment.

Yes — every single one. Breed restrictions are how facilities avoid doing the real work. We evaluate every dog individually through a free meet-and-greet, because temperament is what matters, not what they look like. Pittie, Rottweiler, Chihuahua with CEO energy, giant Newfoundland who needs their own zip code — if they’re a good pup, they’re welcome here.

Every guest must be current on Rabies, DHPP (Distemper, Hepatitis, Parainfluenza, Parvovirus), and Bordetella (kennel cough). We also strongly recommend Leptospirosis. Records must be on file at least 24 hours before arrival — email them to hello@478luvdogs.com. This protects your dog as much as everyone else’s.

Absolutely — and we actively encourage it. Bringing their regular food prevents tummy upsets from sudden diet changes (dogs have strong opinions about this). A favourite toy or blanket that smells like home can really help the first night. Label everything clearly. We’ve had some very heated toy disputes between dogs who shall remain nameless.

A real staff member takes a real photo of your real dog and sends it directly to your phone — usually via text to the number you provide at booking. No app, no login, no subscription, no “upgrade to Premium for photos.” Just a picture of your dog being extremely happy, probably with their tongue out, sent before you’ve had time to miss them. Boarding guests get a morning update. Daycare guests get an end-of-day wrap-up.

We contact you immediately — always. We have a relationship with a nearby emergency vet clinic and can transport your dog there without delay while reaching you simultaneously. We ask for your vet’s info and an emergency contact at check-in specifically for this reason. In 500+ stays, we’ve only needed this a handful of times — but having the protocol ready is what “professional” actually means.