Small pet boarding handover checklist
Prepare familiar food and care details for a rabbit or guinea pig stay.
What to get
Boarding confirmation
Secure carrier
Usual hay
Usual food
Feeding instructions
Health and medication notes
Vet details
Emergency contact
Familiar hide or bedding if allowed
Pickup arrangements
Who this list is for
This checklist is for owners of rabbits or guinea pigs preparing to hand over their pet to a boarding facility or sitter. It’s built for anyone who wants to make sure their small pet’s routine, diet, and comfort are maintained while they’re away. If you’re anxious about leaving your pet, this list covers the details that matter most.
How to use this list
Begin by confirming your boarding reservation and writing down the facility’s contact information. Gather your secure carrier, usual hay, and your pet’s regular food. Prepare clear feeding instructions and print out health and medication notes if needed. Add your vet’s contact details and an emergency contact. If the facility allows it, pack a familiar hide or bedding to help your pet settle in. Check off each item as you place it in the carrier or hand it over.
What to skip
Don’t include new foods or treats your pet hasn’t tried before—they can upset sensitive stomachs. Avoid packing oversized toys or bedding that won’t fit in the boarding space. Leave out medication unless specifically required and approved by the facility. Focus on what keeps your pet’s routine stable.
What is on this list
The list covers boarding confirmation, a secure carrier, your pet’s usual hay and food, feeding instructions, health and medication notes, vet details, and an emergency contact. It also includes a familiar hide or bedding if allowed, and pickup arrangements. Cross off items as you go to avoid leaving anything out or duplicating supplies.
Before you go
Double-check pickup arrangements and make sure the sitter or facility has your contact information. Review feeding instructions and health notes with staff. Secure all items in the carrier and confirm your pet is safely inside before leaving. Keep this checklist for your return, so you can bring home everything you sent with your pet.
FAQ
Who is "Small pet boarding handover checklist" for?
This checklist is for owners of rabbits or guinea pigs preparing to hand over their pet to a boarding facility or sitter. It’s built for anyone who wants to make sure their small pet’s routine, diet, and comfort are maintained while they’re away. If you’re anxious about leaving your pet, this list covers the details that matter most.
How should I use "Small pet boarding handover checklist"?
Begin by confirming your boarding reservation and writing down the facility’s contact information. Gather your secure carrier, usual hay, and your pet’s regular food. Prepare clear feeding instructions and print out health and medication notes if needed. Add your vet’s contact details and an emergency contact. If the facility allows it, pack a familiar hide…
What should I skip or avoid with "Small pet boarding handover checklist"?
Don’t include new foods or treats your pet hasn’t tried before—they can upset sensitive stomachs. Avoid packing oversized toys or bedding that won’t fit in the boarding space. Leave out medication unless specifically required and approved by the facility. Focus on what keeps your pet’s routine stable.
What is on the "Small pet boarding handover checklist" list?
The list covers boarding confirmation, a secure carrier, your pet’s usual hay and food, feeding instructions, health and medication notes, vet details, and an emergency contact. It also includes a familiar hide or bedding if allowed, and pickup arrangements. Cross off items as you go to avoid leaving anything out or duplicating supplies.
What should I do before I go?
Double-check pickup arrangements and make sure the sitter or facility has your contact information. Review feeding instructions and health notes with staff. Secure all items in the carrier and confirm your pet is safely inside before leaving. Keep this checklist for your return, so you can bring home everything you sent with your pet.
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For general planning only. Valedo does not guarantee this list’s accuracy, completeness, or suitability. Verify information before relying on it. Not a substitute for professional advice or safety training.