{"id":42280,"date":"2015-11-03T12:00:09","date_gmt":"2015-11-03T17:00:09","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.themouseforless.com\/blog_world\/?p=42280"},"modified":"2022-05-04T23:00:19","modified_gmt":"2022-05-05T03:00:19","slug":"traveling-boots-best-friends-pet-care-walt-disney-world","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.themouseforless.com\/blog_world\/traveling-boots-best-friends-pet-care-walt-disney-world\/","title":{"rendered":"Traveling with Boots: Best Friends Pet Care at Walt Disney World"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-42281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themouseforless.com\/blog_world\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/WDW-Kennels-400x294.jpg\" alt=\"WDW Kennels\" width=\"400\" height=\"294\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themouseforless.com\/blog_world\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/WDW-Kennels-400x294.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.themouseforless.com\/blog_world\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/WDW-Kennels-220x162.jpg 220w, https:\/\/www.themouseforless.com\/blog_world\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/WDW-Kennels.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>There is a moment, when I go to open \u2018that\u2019 box, where my breath catches.\u00a0 Inside sit those brightly colored, all powerful bands.\u00a0 I am able to breathe again.\u00a0 I am going home.<\/p>\n<p>A trip to Walt Disney World is a cause of anticipation, excitement, and is slightly overwhelming for the primary planner.<\/p>\n<p>Those of us with pets have the added stress of just what to do with our fur person.\u00a0 If the family road trip is on your itinerary, then one option is to take your pet with you.\u00a0 There are several pet friendly area options for the Walt Disney World visitor.\u00a0 Today we will have a look at the Best Friends Pet Care &#8211; Walt Disney World Kennels.<\/p>\n<p>Best Friends Total Pet Care has been a well-respected provider of pet services since 1996 and now offers 38 facilities in 18 states.\u00a0 They have opened a 27,000 square foot facility adjacent to a 25,000 square foot dog park on the Walt Disney World property.<\/p>\n<p>Located in the Disney Springs Resort Area \u2013 across from Disney\u2019s Port Orleans Resort \u2013 Riverside at 2510 Bonnet Creek Parkway, Lake Buena Vista, Florida \u2013 the complex can accommodate approximately 300 dogs, cats, and other small pets.\u00a0 A full list of accommodations options and prices (at time of writing) are below.<\/p>\n<p>Families wishing to place their pets in the kennels for either the day or overnight need to make reservations through the kennel\u2019s website (<a href=\"http:\/\/www.bestfriendspetcare.com\/waltdisneyworldresort\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">wdw.bestfriendspetcare.com<\/a>) or by phone (407-209-3126).<\/p>\n<p>Best Friends Pet Care \u2013 Walt Disney World is open from 1 hour before the earliest park opens until 1 hour after the last park closes at Walt Disney World.\u00a0 This allows pet parents to spend a maximum amount of time in the parks while knowing that their fur kids are being well looked after.\u00a0 Due to the location of the Kennels, having a car is extremely helpful for visiting pets there and required for drop off and pick up days.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Pluto\u2019s Pup Palace<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The Walt Disney World\u2019s Kennels are a dog\u2019s paradise and there are many options and add-ons for Canine Guests. For those staying overnight, the Kennel offers four general options.<\/p>\n<p><u>VIP Luxury Suites:<\/u> These 226 square foot suites include a 16 by 9 foot bedroom that is air-conditioned; have a flat panel television and a raised platform bed.\u00a0 The remaining area makes up a private outdoor play area.\u00a0 The play area is covered and is great for your pet to enjoy playtime with you or their \u2018pet concierge\u2019.\u00a0 There are several added activities for guests staying in one of these four suites.\u00a0 Included in the fees are: 2 toileting walks, 2 playgroup sessions, a bedtime story, a personal \u2018pet concierge\u2019 each day, and for the family, there is a webcam so that you can check in on your fur person from time to time.\u00a0 For those guests staying three days or more, a \u2018go home fresh\u2019 bath is also included.\u00a0 One night in these suites is $89 (resort guests discounted rate: $81).<\/p>\n<p><u>Vacation Villas:<\/u> Are a bit smaller at 72 square feet but are air-conditioned.\u00a0 They are two-room accommodation with a bedroom that contains a flat panel TV and a raised platform bed.\u00a0 Each villa has a 4 by 7 foot relief patio attached.\u00a0 Additional activities included in the price are 1 toileting walk, 1 playgroup sessions, and \u2018turn down service\u2019 each day.\u00a0 There are 14 villas in the kennel.\u00a0 One night in these villas is your pet\u2019s for $72 (resort guests discounted rate: $66).<\/p>\n<p><u>Indoor\/Outdoor Boarding:<\/u> These two room suites are both indoor and outdoor.\u00a0 Their indoor room is climate-controlled.\u00a0 There are two sizes of indoor bedroom: 4 by 4 foot and 3 by 4 foot.\u00a0 The outside patios are 3 by 8 foot and 4 by 8 foot.\u00a0 During a majority of the year, dogs have access to the outside patio at all times during the day; however, in extreme heat (such as peak summer), the doors to the outside are opened 4 times a day to protect the dogs from the heat.\u00a0 The larger suites fit all dogs comfortably with the exceptions of giant breeds.\u00a0 Price includes: 1 toileting walk per day.\u00a0 The one night cost is $48 (resort guests discounted rate: $44).<\/p>\n<p><u>Indoor Boarding:<\/u> At up to 32 square feet, these indoor, air-conditioned kennels, have a pet cot and the patio can be accessed at all times except during cleaning.\u00a0 These kennels will suit medium sized dogs and some large breeds.\u00a0 Included in the costs are: 2 toileting walks.\u00a0 These kennels are $41 (resort guests discounted rate: $39) a night.<\/p>\n<p>All check-out times are 12 noon but dogs can participate in \u2018doggy daycare\u2019 on the day of departure for an additional fee. Fees are determined by level of accommodation.\u00a0 VIP Luxury Suites: $89; Vacation Villas: $72; Indoor\/Outdoor Boarding: $38; Indoor Boarding: $34.<\/p>\n<p>Guests of the Walt Disney World Kennels are able to take their owners into the dog park beside the kennel which has ample running space and play fountains (for the dogs).\u00a0 There are benches for the non-furred members of the family.\u00a0 This is also a walking trail for those who like to get their exercise with their furry family member.\u00a0 These facilities are open during normal kennel hours.<\/p>\n<p>To make your dog feel more at home (or more pampered), the facility offers a good selection of other services including:<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 60px;\">Bedtime Story: $6 per story<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 60px;\">Cuddle Time: $8 for 10 minutes<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 60px;\">Holiday Meal: $5 each<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 60px;\">Ice Cream Break: $4 each<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 60px;\">Play and Stay: $22 for 4 hours<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 60px;\">Playgroup: $15 for 30 minutes<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 60px;\">Playtime: $8 for 10 minutes<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 60px;\">Premium Bed: $5 per day<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 60px;\">Walk &amp; Explore: $8 for 10 minutes<\/p>\n<p>For those families who will be staying in pet-friendly accommodation, either on or off site, the Best Friends Pet Care &#8211; Walt Disney World offers a day kennel option.\u00a0 This is similar to overnight accommodation and can include the above extras as well.\u00a0 For costs related to day kennel options, please contact Best Friends Pet Care \u2013 Walt Disney World.\u00a0 Bookings are essential.<\/p>\n<p>All dogs on site are monitored throughout the day and Kennel Staff will take note of any special needs for your pets.<\/p>\n<p>All dog guests must have a negative fecal and current vaccination for Rabies, DHLPP (distemper, hepatitis, leptospirosis, parainfluenza, and parvovirus), and Bordetella.\u00a0 Proper proof of fecal and vaccination is required upon entry.\u00a0 If your pet has medical needs, or medication, please let the staff know in advance.\u00a0 It is also important to note that the kennel charges a $2 charge per administration of medication to their guests.\u00a0 All medications need to be supplied by the pet guest\u2019s family.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Figaro\u2019s Feline Flats<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>For our feline family members, Best Friends Pet Care offers a safe and happy condo environment to make any kitty happy.\u00a0 The\u2019 Kitty City\u2019 section of the building and its 24 kitty condos is housed in a different wing separated from the smells, sights, and sounds of our canine friends.\u00a0 This helps to minimize the stress on the kitties in their care.<\/p>\n<p>The Kitty City condos come in two-room and four-room options.\u00a0 Each condo has glass windows for viewing the world, private litter rooms (separated from other kitties as well as from prying eyes), and are vented so that the kitties are in a smell free environment.<\/p>\n<p><u>Two Level Kitty Condos<\/u>:\u00a0 These two-room condos have an upper and lower area to allow guests to climb around throughout their stay.\u00a0 One night in these condos will set you back $28 (resort guests discounted rate: $26).\u00a0 If you are looking to keep your feline friend in just for the day, your rate is $26.<\/p>\n<p><u>Four Level Kitty Condos:<\/u> For those who would like more room, these four-room condos are for you.\u00a0 They allow for guests to climb between floors to gain better views.\u00a0 One night in these condos will set you back $40 (resort guests discounted rate: $38).\u00a0 Daycare for felines wanting this larger condo is $35 per day.<\/p>\n<p>All check-out times are 12 noon but kitties can participate in daycare on the day of departure for an additional fee. Fees are determined by level of accommodation.<\/p>\n<p>Being pampered is every cat\u2019s right.\u00a0 The facility offers a good selection of special, cat approved services including:<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 60px;\">Activity Toy: $8 per day<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 60px;\">Cookies &amp; Milk: $3 each<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 60px;\">Deluxe Kitty Bed: $5 per day<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 60px;\">Playtime: $8 for 10 minutes<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 60px;\">Tuna on a Ritz: $3 each<\/p>\n<p>Bookings are essential.<\/p>\n<p>All cats on site are monitored throughout the day and Kennel Staff will take note of any special needs for your pets.<\/p>\n<p>All cat guests must have a negative fecal and current vaccination for Rabies, FVRCP (Feline Rhinotracheitis Virus, Calicivirus, and Panleukopenia).\u00a0 Proper proof of fecal and vaccination is required upon entry.\u00a0 If your pet has medical needs, or medication, please let the staff know in advance.\u00a0 It is also important to note that the kennel charges a $2 charge per administration of medication to their guests.\u00a0 All medications need to be supplied by the pet guest\u2019s family.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Chip and Dale\u2019s Small Animal Friends<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Best Friends Pet Care \u2013 Walt Disney World offers a minding service for \u2018pocket pets\u2019 as well; this includes such furry friends as hamsters, guinea pigs, rabbits and ferrets.\u00a0 Pocket pets need to bring their own home or cage along with all the supplies needed to keep them healthy and happy (bedding, bowls, food, and so on).<\/p>\n<p>Best Friends Pet Care does not accept primates or any pets that are venomous.\u00a0 This might hamper Phineas and Ferb\u2019s next visit as Perry will have to stay home (but it does save on all of those pesky Agency related exit tunnels having to be installed in the kennel).<\/p>\n<p>Boarding costs for pocket pets are based on size:<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 60px;\">Small: $13 Standard\/ $11 Resort Guest<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 60px;\">Medium: $17 Standard\/ $15 Resort Guest<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 60px;\">Large: $22 Standard\/ $20 Resort Guest<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 60px;\">X Large: $25 Standard\/ $23 Resort Guest<\/p>\n<p><strong>Grooming for Dogs and Cats<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Best Friends Pet Care also offers a full grooming salon that is open Monday through Saturday (by appointment).\u00a0 They offer \u2018Go Home Fresh\u2019 services for overnight guests and \u2018Best Friends Pampered Pet\u2019 packages for other pets.\u00a0 Both packages include shampooing, brush out, drying (ambient drying is used, not hot, power driers), nail trim, and ear cleaning.<\/p>\n<p>Additional services including tooth brushing, nail grinding\/filing, nail polish, re-moisture treatment, whitening shampooing, de-skunking shampoo, and SHEDICURE (which is a process that reduces shedding).\u00a0 Rates are dependent on breed and services wanted.\u00a0 Please call for an estimate and appointment.<\/p>\n<p>Have you ever utilized Best Friends Pet Care on your Walt Disney World vacation? 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