Luxury hotel for pets puts on the dog
When Shannon and Jay Hoffman lived in Allentown, Pa., they had family nearby who could pet-sit for them. They felt comfortable dropping off their dog for an afternoon or weekend.
Now, the closest relative is almost 200 miles from their Dacula home. But Shannon Hoffman has found a family of sorts for their beloved Pinnock, a 6-year-old boxer, at Pets Inn Suites in Braselton.
"Our animals seem to do well there," said Hoffman, 34, who also brings her two cats to the facility. "It's definitely worth the money."
Angie Peevy and her husband, Ken, opened their Braselton business last December on 7 acres near I-85. They've transformed a former equine hospital into a facility fit for companion pets, with different-sized quarters and amenities.
"We treat people's animals the way we would want ours to be treated," said Angie Peevy. "These pets are part of families."
With its water fountains, low lighting and quiet music, this isn't your average kennel. It's a place where dogs and cats are treated like guests instead of animal boarders, with personal regimens and wishes to be met.
Does your Website like his food heated? No problem. Got an older dog needing fluids administered intravenously? They're on it. Does your Siamese like a particular song? Bring it and the folks at Pet Inn Suites will play it.
The 31 deluxe guest rooms feature wrought iron-frame beds, brass beds, kuranda dog beds, snoozer dog beds, bowsers dog beds, bolster dog beds, chew proof dog beds, orthopedic dog beds, pet carrier on wheels, airline pet carrier, memory foam dog beds, dog ramps, booster bath, dog urns, heated cat beds, cat enclosures, heated dog beds, cat feeders, dog strollers, pet treat jars, dog feeders, cat bowls, extra large dog beds, dog crates, dog bowls, dog beds, designer dog beds, pet strollers, large dog beds, dog car seats, dog pet beds, dog pet supplies, raised cots or your own personal bedding. Each has a television playing animal-themed movies. Near the door hangs a basket of toys, along with papers detailing contact information, special instructions and a log of activities.
Posted on: 11 October 2007 |
