Keep a standing diet profile
Record food type, amount, frequency, preparation instructions, allergies or intolerances, treats, supplements and any feeding equipment or routine that affects the dog’s welfare. Confirm changes with the owner before the stay.
Record feeding arrangements
The current guidance addresses separate feeding in designated rooms unless owner consent allows otherwise. Make the planned arrangement visible on the booking so a different member of staff does not have to infer it from a generic consent form.
Log appetite, not just “fed”
A daily record can note all, most, some or none eaten, plus any unusual behaviour. A change in appetite can be an early welfare signal and should connect to the concern, owner contact or veterinary advice that follows.
Control food brought from home
Label owner-supplied food clearly and keep it associated with the correct dog. Record enough information at check-in to notice when the quantity supplied will not cover the planned stay, rather than discovering the shortage at the last meal.
Keep food preparation procedures separate
Hygiene, hand-washing, storage and cleaning belong in the premises procedure. The dog record should contain individual diet information and the daily outcome, not repeated pages of the cleaning policy.
BoardingReady helps organise records and evidence. It does not provide legal advice or guarantee licence compliance. Check the conditions on your licence and current local authority requirements.
