And how to secure dog boarding at Holiday House Pet Resort
You’ve found flights that work, made plans to see family, and started thinking about what to pack. Now, the most important holiday travel question: Where will your dog stay?
For many families in Bucks County and the surrounding the Delaware Valley, find care is more than arranging a place for their dog to sleep. They want to know their dog will be comfortable, receive personal attention, and have a familiar routine while they’re away. That makes dog boarding an important part of planning a family trip—and a reservation worth making early!
More dogs, higher expectations
Pet ownership remains a big part of American family life. According to the American Pet Products Association (APPA), 95 million U.S. households owned at least one pet in 2025, and dog ownership continues to grow.
Families are thinking carefully about the experience their pets have, too. APPA’s research identifies pet health and quality time as priorities for dog and cat owners. In its 2025 survey, 22% of pet owners expressed concern about access to pet care services; among that group, 31% cited the ease of getting an appointment. These national findings don’t tell us how many boarding spaces are available on a particular weekend in the area, but they do reflect why securing dependable, quality care early matters so much to pet parents.
At Holiday House Pet Resort & Training Center, we’ve watched those needs change firsthand. Over the decades, under the ownership of veterinarians Drs Randy and Laura Weis, Holiday House Pet Resort has evolved from a kennel into a full-service pet resort. As more families welcomed dogs in the early 2020s, demand for summer and holiday stays grew. Today, popular travel dates—especially holiday weekends—can fill sooner than longtime guests may remember.
What does a holiday stay look like for your dog?
Leaving your dog while you travel can bring mixed feelings, even when you’re excited about the trip. You may wonder whether they’ll get enough activity, how they’ll settle in, or whether anyone will notice the little things that make their pet truly happy.
Those are good questions to ask when choosing care. Tell the Holiday House team about your dog’s routine, personality, and favorite ways to spend the day. One dog may love active play and social time; another may be happiest with a slower pace, a nature walk, or an enrichment activity. With comfortable accommodations, activities, love, and personal attention, your dog can have a vacation that feels suited to them while you enjoy yours.
How to secure your dog’s boarding reservation
Reach out as soon as your travel dates begin to take shape. You don’t need to wait until every dinner plan is final to check boarding availability. Starting early gives you more time to choose dates and discuss your dog’s care.
Online reservations for dog boarding are now available on the Holiday House Pet Resort website, especially if your pet has lodged at the resort previously. Our reservation specialists are also available to help you create the best resort experience for your dog or cat.
Making a reservation—online or over the phone—is easy:
- Share your full travel window. Include the days you expect to drop off and pick up your dog.
- Talk about your dog’s needs and interests. Describe their usual routine and the activities they enjoy so we can recommend the activity package or individual activities that your pet will enjoy most.
- Check dog boarding requirements in advance. Make sure you know what information Holiday House needs before your dog’s stay. Submitting updated vaccination records and required forms before your arrival will make the check-in process quick and easy—we’re happy to get your dog settled in quickly so you can be on your way without a worry.
- Ask about flexible dates. If a holiday weekend is full, a weekday stay may offer another option when your plans allow.
A little planning can make the season easier for everyone. You can take the trip you’ve been looking forward to or spend the holidays with friends and family, knowing your dog’s resort stay has been thoughtfully arranged. And while you’re making memories away from home, your dog can enjoy activities, affection, and a holiday experience of their own.
Planning holiday travel? Contact Holiday House Pet Resort & Training Center early to check boarding availability and find the right stay for your pets. Call 215-345-6960.