We
know that bringing someone into your home to care for a member of
the family is an important step and you will have many questions.
Here are some of the questions that we get most often, that will help
you understand us a little better. Please feel free to call us with
any additional questions that might not be answered here by clicking
on the questions expand link.
I already have a pet service provider
- why should I switch to DoggieDay?
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DoggieDay is a professional pet service organization.
As such, we employ people who are all proficient at caring for your
pet. While many pet service providers are capable, responsible individuals,
they often cannot offer you services 365 days a year, 24 hours a
day. With DoggieDay, you never have to worry about your schedule
being in conflict with ours!
What is the process for becoming
a DoggieDay client?
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All new clients must schedule an interview before
becoming a DoggieDay client. The purpose of the interview is to
gather information about your pet, his home, his personality and
routine and to explain in detail how we operate. We charge a $29.00
fee for standard membership payable at the time of the interview
to registration and activate your account. The entire interview
takes between 30 and 45 minutes to complete. Membership is on an
annual basis and fees will be due on the anniversary of your initial
registration.
Will the same person visit my pet
on every visit?
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As much as we would like to be able to guarantee that
the same person will provide all of your services, this would be
impossible for any single provider. Our approach is to make sure
that first, all of our staff members are of the same caliber, and
second, that each team member has access to complete and thorough
information on your pet. We do extensive pet profiles on all of
the animals that we care for, and we pride ourselves on the consistent
level of service. When a DoggieDay Pet Care Provider is assigned
to a visit for your pet, you can be assured of receiving the best
care possible.
What kind of insurance does DoggieDay
carry?
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We carry bonding insurance on all of our employees.
What kinds of payment does DoggieDay
accept?
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We accept cash, check, and MasterCard, VISA, Discover
and American Express cards. We also are able to deliver all of our
invoices via e-mail and offer Paypal as well as the various credit
cards to pay your invoice on-line.
How far in advance do I need to
schedule services?
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You can schedule services at any time. For Standard
members, we require a minimum of 72 hours to avoid a $5.00 "Immediate
need" fee. Premium members only need to give us 12 hours notice
in advance of the visit to avoid the late fee.
What is your cancellation policy?
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For our standard membership plan, we require a 3
business day advance notice to cancel an appointment and not be
responsible for the charge. This means that we must receive a cancellation
by Wednesday at 5:00 PM in order to refund the fee for a Monday
appointment. Our Premium membership requires 12 hour advance notification
but is not limited by business hours. Appointments cancelled after
the cancellation period are charged the full amount of the visit.
Will my dog be walked alone or
with other dogs?
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This is one reason that we interview you and your
dog -- to find out what works best for your circumstance. If your
dog is good natured and willing to walk on leash with other dogs,
she may be walked with up to 3 other dogs. You may also request
that he or she be walked alone. There is a nominal additional charge
for dogs that are not well socialized and therefore require special
treatment.
Where are playgroups conducted?
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We use a variety of parks throughout our service areas
where your animals can be let off leash to play and interact with
other dogs. You DoggieDay representative will be able to give you
more information on the specific parks in your area during the registration
interview.
I can't take time off from work,
but my animal needs to go to the vet? Can DoggieDay help?
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Yes! Our pet taxi can take your dog to the vet and
bring him home after the appointment. 24 hours notice is ideal,
but in an emergency we can make arrangements to accommodate your
needs. If you need someone to stay with the pet and get instructions,
our well-trained Pet Care Providers can meet with the doctor, obtain
a written diagnosis, and pick up any required medications.
