Shertom Boarding Kennels -- Where dogs have fun!
301 North Fawn Ridge, Leander, TX 78641
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Call or text us at: 512-515-5494

BOARDING REQUIREMENTS

  • Dogs must be current on all vaccines

    • The Kennel requires the following vaccines to be current and given at least 5 days before boarding:

    • Rabies (for puppies to be given between 5 to 6 months) also required by Texas Law.
    • Distemper/Parvo combination or a variation of.

    Titer level testing can be done for the distemper/parvo in lieu of recurring vaccinations. As per Dr. Jean Dodd's New Vaccine Protocol, we will no longer require annual vaccinations for distemper/parvo as long as your dog has had the 2 or 3 shot puppy series and then at one year later an additional distemper/parvo vaccination. This protocol has been researched to be effective for the life of the dog.

  • (Dogs Only) Bordetella is no longer required but is highly recommended.

    • Bordetella is given in many forms and as killed or live virus forms. We will honor what the vet recommends. Our kennel will accept the Bordetella vaccine to be good for one year. Some vets repeat the vaccine every 6 months and that is fine with us too. Please bring proof of this vaccine as well.

    NOTE: The Bordetella vaccine MUST be given 14 days or more prior to boarding unless your vet uses the Killed virus, then the wait period is 5 days to have time to build up the titer levels in the dog's system. If the vet uses the common live virus, please do NOT get the Bordetella any sooner than 14 days. If circumstances prevent getting the vaccine in a timely manner, your dog(s) can still be boarded without the Bordetella.

  • Cats must be current on all vaccines

    • Cats should be current on Rabies and FVRCP. FeLeukemia is recommended but optional. We will need proof of these shots.

  • Dogs must be on heartworm preventative.

    • If your dog is not on heartworm preventative, then we will require a negative fecal test within the last 3 months prior to boarding.

  • You must provide proof of all vaccines from your Veterinarian.

  • Dogs and cats must be flea free or the animal will be bathed at the owners expense. We recommend you treat your dog or cat with your favorite flea/tick preventative and that any liquid drop applications along the back of your pet be applied at home at least 24 hours prior to drop off.


  • All visits, drop offs and pick ups are by appointment only.
    Please call or email to make changes to or cancel your appointment time.


  • Emergency drop off times can be arranged at almost any time other than our regular hours.

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