Adequate Exercise Facilities...
Many experienced dog owners will tell you that the most frustrating experience with dog kennels is coming home to find their dog bouncing off the walls. Although they will inevitably be excited to see you, this can also mean that they didn't receive any exercise while you were gone. While it might be nice to board your pet at a veterinarian's office because of the comforts of having a pet doctor nearby, many don't have any backyard space for exercising the dogs.
If your dog has medium to high level exercise needs, you should look for a place that has a fenced in play yard or one that offers special services for extra prices, like a game of fetch twice a day or an extra walk for fifteen minutes. Although dog kennels will never be home to your pet, they shouldn't be a traumatizing experience either. Finding a place that treats your pet right will help you enjoy your time away from home.