Milo's stay
Happy Tails Boarding
Stay
June 12 to June 17
Food
1 cup dry food at 7:00 AM and 6:00 PM
Medication & health
Carprofen 75 mg with the evening meal
Local emergency contact
Alex Morgan · (415) 555-0142
Free printable boarding handoff
Pet boarding checklist and printable handoff for a smoother stay
Organize the records, food, medication, routine and emergency details a boarding provider needs. Edit the example, check what is packed and download one clear PDF.
A complete pet boarding checklist
Prepare the paperwork and the everyday details
The useful handoff is not the longest one. It gives staff the official records they request and the few clear instructions that keep your pet's normal routine intact.
Records
Bring current, dated vaccination and health documents in the format the facility accepts.
Food & routine
Label portions and write the normal meal, bathroom, exercise and sleep schedule.
Medication
Keep medication in its original labeled container and provide the prescribed directions.
Contacts
List the owner, a reachable local backup, the regular veterinarian and the preferred emergency clinic.
Plan before drop-off day
Three checkpoints for a calmer boarding stay
When you book
Ask about admission rules, supervision, medication handling, emergency procedures and allowed personal items.
Before the stay
Request official records, confirm the care plan and make sure identification and contact details are current.
At drop-off
Hand over labeled supplies, review the short instruction sheet and confirm pickup arrangements.
Ready for the next stay
Keep official records beside the handoff summary
The free PDF organizes one boarding stay. PetMerge keeps vaccination documents, medications, allergies, contacts and care notes together so you do not rebuild the packet from old messages every time.
- Keep the originalsSave clinic PDFs and photos beside owner-entered details.
- Update onceCarry current medication, allergy and contact details into the next handoff.
- Export what mattersCreate a focused PDF without sharing the entire private archive.
Good to know
Pet boarding questions
What is pet boarding?
Pet boarding is temporary care away from your home, usually at a kennel, cattery, veterinary facility, pet hotel or a caregiver's home. Services, supervision and admission requirements vary, so ask each provider exactly what is included before booking.
What should I bring for pet boarding?
Bring the records and supplies the facility requests. A practical handoff usually includes current vaccination documents, labeled food, clearly labeled medication, identification, owner and emergency contacts, and concise notes about routines, allergies and behavior. Confirm which personal items the facility allows.
What vaccinations are required for pet boarding?
Requirements differ by species, location and facility. Ask for the facility's written policy early, then confirm timing and suitability with your veterinarian. Bring the official dated record rather than relying only on an owner-written summary.
How early should I prepare for a boarding stay?
Start when you book. That gives you time to review admission rules, request veterinary records, discuss medication handling and arrange a local emergency contact. Reconfirm the final packing list a few days before drop-off.
Can I use this pet boarding checklist for a dog or cat?
Yes. The printable handoff works for dogs, cats and other companion animals. Keep only the sections that apply and follow the boarding provider's species-specific requirements.
One pet is free
Create my free record Keep the next boarding packet ready
Save the records behind the checklist, keep care details current, and prepare a focused handoff whenever plans change.