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Boarding isn't inherently bad, but it's definitely different from home staying. Boarding is not for every dog, and the setting can be quite intimidating for some. Reactive dogs typically don't do well in kennel settings due to the sheer number of canines in the facility. House-training puppies may revert to pottying in the house since kennels offer a limited number of potty breaks. 

Like human daycare, sickness quickly spreads through kennels. Kennel cough, distemper, and intestinal parasites are something you should safeguard your pet against if you are considering boarding. For many dogs, kennels are high-stress environments and may cause separation anxiety behaviors. 

Kennel boarding can be quite costly and may be more expensive than you anticipate when seeing the basic boarding fee. Special attention, extra outdoor time, one-on-one playtime, and cuddles can run up the bill since most kennels provide a la carte services. Likewise, administering medication, hand-feeding, and kennel upgrades will also incur additional charges. Dog boarding at a daycare facility doesn't mean that the dog will automatically get to join in on the playtime fun; you'll typically have to pay a daycare fee in addition to the boarding fees.

With that being said, some dogs genuinely enjoy the social aspect of boarding in more free-range kennels. Boarding offers dogs a consistent schedule and a private enclosure where they can relax. Boarding kennels are typically more secure than in-home boarding facilities, which is especially important for those "Hairy" Houdini types — all things to consider when choosing overnight care. 

In-home boarding is a lot like dog sitting, except the dog stays in the boarder's home. Some in-home dog boarders do use kennels, though many offer free-range pet care. In-home boarding is an excellent alternative to dog kennels since they generally house fewer dogs and allow more one-on-one interaction.

In-home boarding comes with clear advantages and disadvantages, and some (but not all) dogs tolerate it well. In-home boarding is a fantastic choice for dogs who enjoy the company of other pets. On the other hand, reactive or aggressive dogs aren't good candidates for in-home boarding since fights can break out easily in a multi-dog setting. 

Since in-home boarding takes place in another person's residence, the scenery change may be scary for some dogs. You may need to arrange for transportation when entrusting your dog with an in-home border, and you may have to pay a small fee for this.  

In-home boarding is often a great alternative to traditional boarding kennels since the smaller dog-to-human ratio means more one-on-one attention. In-home dog boarding is excellent for socializing friendly young dogs and is often a fun experience for them, but there's no one-size-fits-all solution when it comes to overnight care.