Nutrition · September 19, 2026 · 8 min read
Food during boarding: one less variable for the stomach
Label every container and explain appetite, allergies, treats, and preparation. When diarrhea appears, a stable routine makes it easier to reconstruct what changed.

WSAVA includes nutrition in health assessment. During boarding, that begins with what the dog eats, how much is served, and what normal appetite looks like. A change of place already alters many things. Introducing a new food at the same time adds an unnecessary variable.
| Portions | Send the familiar diet in portions or with an exact amount. |
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