As you know by now, the Governor has ordered all non-essential businesses to close. Since Dog Days Daycare Center doesn’t meet the State’s definition of a “pet store” (which is considered an essential business), I’m afraid we must comply with the order and temporarily close our doors.
HOWEVER, I’ve contacted the State Office of Emergency Management to inquire whether “kennels” would be considered essential businesses. Dog Days Daycare Center is considered a kennel by the State, and since live animals must be cared for in kennels (not to mention shelters and rescues which are also not identified as essential businesses), I think they will agree and add such businesses to the essential list. I’m especially hopeful because the State of Pennsylvania specifically names kennels and doggie daycares as essential businesses and those facilities are open to provide services.
So … while we’re closed for the time being, I do expect to be able to open our doors again in the very near future. When we do, all of us will continue with the safe practices outlined by the CDC and World Health Organization. We will ask you to allow us to take your dog from you and return your dog to you in the parking lot and not enter the facility, frequent hand-washing will continue, employees maintain social distance while working, etc.
While we wait for a response from the Office of Emergency Management, we must remain closed for daycare, boarding and grooming. In the meantime, please play with your pups, take them for long walks, brush them, stay safe and stay healthy.
I look forward to seeing you again soon!
Robin
