GOOSE CREEK BED & BISCUIT
BOARDING YOUR DIABETIC PET
After carefully reading our policies, please fill out the Diabetic Boarding Assessment form on the back of
the page.
If your pet has been diagnosed with diabetes and is currently receiving insulin injections, then your pet
requires special care from our boarding team. After years of boarding diabetic cats and dogs we have
come up with a new comprehensive boarding package for your pet’s stay with us. In developing this
package we look at the most common factors we face when boarding pets with diabetes including:
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Boarding can be a stressful activity and result in increased glucose levels in both dogs and
cats.
When boarding some dogs and cats eat very little or at times refuse to eat their meals
altogether.
Diabetic pets that begin vomiting while boarding.
Increased urine output (beyond what is expected from diabetic patients).
In order to properly care for your pet, we will include the following in every boarding stay (in addition to
the routine boarding care): Daily BG check, Urine glucose strips if necessary, Urinalysis if necessary,
appetite stimulant if prescribed by the doctor, alternative foods to promote interest in eating, and
administration of insulin. The total cost of boarding your diabetic pet is 45.00 a night. In order to provide
your pet with the very best care while you are away, and to give you peace of mind knowing your best
friend is stable, happy and comfortable, all diabetic boarders must first meet specific conditions and
requirements.
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The diabetic boarding assessment must be completed PRIOR to your pets stay with Goose
Creek Bed & Biscuit.
If recently diagnosed (within the last year), a copy of your pet’s last glucose curve
You must bring your own food for boarding.
Bring your insulin and all syringes with your pet.
Fill out the diabetic insulin schedule for our boarding team.
Additional conditions:
Once in boarding, if your pet refuses to eat or is otherwise doing poorly, your pet may be hospitalized at
your expense. Hospitalized boarding can range from $65-$75/night + any additional medical costs
associated with their stay.
Diabetic Boarding Assessment
Owner’s Name:________________________________ Pet’s name: _____________________________
Pet’s age: _____ Phone: _________________________ E-mail: _________________________________
Desired Boarding Dates: _________________________________________________________________
Your travel destination: _________________________________________________________________
Will there be a local person that will be able to make decisions on your pets care if you are not
reachable? If so please add their name and phone number
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Who is your regular veterinarian? _________________________________________________________
Has your pet ever boarded before? ________________________________________________________
When was your pet diagnosed with Diabetes (Month/Year): ____________________________________
When was your pet last tested to determine blood-glucose levels? ______________________________
In the past year, has your pet had a diabetic episode? _________________________________________
What is your pet’s current insulin dosage? __________________________________________________
How is your pet’s appetite? What are some favorite foods we could offer if their appetite is off?
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How does your pet handle stress? _________________________________________________________
What else do you do to manage your pet’s diabetes?__________________________________________
Does your pet have any health issues other than diabetes? _____________________________________
Are there any other things that you would like us to know about your pet?
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