Tails On Trails
Dog Daycare and Boarding Blog

Dogs boarding in Wilmington, Vermont arrive with different routines, energy levels, and emotional needs — especially during peak travel seasons tied to ski resorts like Mount Snow.

When it comes to caring for our beloved dogs, nothing less than the best will do. I know how important it is to find a place where your furry friend feels safe, loved, and pampered while you're away.

Private dog boarding in Vermont offers an alternative that prioritizes comfort, emotional safety, and individualized care — without the pressure of group interactions. At Tails on Trails Pet Resort, private boarding is a thoughtful choice, not a limitation.

As the founder of Tails on Trails, I’m deeply involved in daily care and trust my intuition when something feels off. That level of awareness, experience, and responsiveness allows us to reduce anxiety in senior dogs during boarding and adapt routines in real time, creating a calmer, more secure environment where older dogs can truly relax.

Not all dogs fit into a one-size-fits-all boarding environment. Discover specialized care at Tails on Trails, offering special needs dog boarding in Vermont. Our thoughtful approach ensures comfort and safety.

We aren't your crazy boring old kennel! We don't even like to call ourselves a dog kennel -because we're so much more than that!

Tails On Trails Pet Resort · Wilmington, VT | Luxury Dog Boarding in Southern Vermont Ok...we're going to get science(y) on you! Doggy daycare can be an incredible outlet for dogs—but only when it’s done with intention. Without structure, daycare environments can quickly become overstimulating, leading to anxiety, reactivity, and extreme exhaustion rather than enrichment. Extreme exhaustion, mentally and physically, can actually be detrimental to dogs. We need to keep a reall

Discover why routine is essential for a calm doggie daycare experience at Tails on Trails Pet Resort. Learn how structured doggie daycare benefits your pet.

Comfort isn’t a luxury for dogs — it’s a biological requirement. When a dog feels physically safe, emotionally supported, and predictably understood, their nervous system relaxes, their behavior stabilizes, and their confidence grows.

When pet parents imagine boarding or daycare, they often picture dogs running aimlessly or sleeping in crates until pickup. NOT HERE! We are not your average kennel - we support emotional wellbeing, and have curated a behavior-backed, enrichment-driven, design to ensure dogs feel safe, fulfilled, and understood from arrival to bedtime.

Boarding during ski season isn’t like boarding at any other time of year. Weather, schedules, lodging restrictions, and the rhythm of mountain life create unique stressors for dogs — and preparation makes all the difference. At Tails On Trails Pet Resort in Wilmington, Vermont, we help dogs acclimate, settle, and thrive during winter and ski-season stays–especially near Mount Snow and Stratton!

Routine creates predictability that reduces anxiety, supports rest, and helps dogs adapt confidently to boarding environments. At Tails On Trails Pet Resort in Wilmington, Vermont, routine isn’t a detail —it’s the backbone of emotional safety. Our structured daily rhythm helps dogs settle faster, stay calmer, sleep deeper, and return home balanced instead of overwhelmed.

Find out how individualized routines, sleep setups, feeding schedules, and enrichment create calmer, happier boarding experiences.

Tails On Trails Pet Resort · Wilmington, VT | Where Boarding Success Starts Before the Stay Most dog parents focus on booking boarding only when travel plans are confirmed — but few realize that the real  boarding experience begins long before check-in day . A dog who walks into a new facility without familiarity, confidence, and routine is at a disadvantage. They’re suddenly surrounded by new smells, new sounds, new dogs, new humans, and new expectations. For many dogs, this

Dog enrichment isn’t a trend — it’s a fundamental part of canine health and emotional wellbeing. In fact, enrichment is now considered just as important as exercise, nutrition, and rest. Yet, many boarding and daycare facilities in Vermont still overlook it entirely.

When it comes to finding the perfect place for your furry friend to spend the day, I know how important it is to choose a spot that feels like a second home. One standout example is Tails On Trails Pet Resort near Mount Snow and Stratton Mountain.

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Dog parks may seem convenient, but they rely on luck — luck that the other dogs are friendly, that the environment is safe, and that owners are attentive. At Tails On Trails Pet Resort, we don’t rely on luck. Come see why our dog daycare is the best in Southern Vermont.

Dog daycare isn’t just about endless play — at least, not when it’s done right. While many facilities advertise nonstop activity, the healthiest and safest daycare environments are built around a balance of play, structure, and intentional rest. At Tails On Trails Pet Resort in Wilmington, Vermont, structured rest isn’t an afterthought — it’s one of the core elements of our dog daycare program.