Most boarding reservations at Animal Friends Pet Care are planned in advance — but a meaningful number of our clients come to us on short notice, sometimes the same day. We understand that life moves fast, plans change, and emergencies happen. When you need boarding for your dog quickly, call us at (850) 257-5776 and let's figure out what we can do.
We're located at 2912 Transmitter Road in Panama City, serving all of Bay County. We've been doing this since 2013 and we've handled hundreds of short-notice situations for local families and visiting pet owners.
Short-Notice Boarding — What Helps
The more prepared you can be, the faster check-in goes. Here's what helps most in short-notice situations:
- Call first — don't just show up. A quick call confirms availability and gives our team a heads-up.
- Vaccine records ready — Rabies and Bordetella required. Text your vet and ask them to email digital copies while you're on your way.
- Food if possible — even a single meal's worth of their regular food helps prevent digestive upset.
- Any critical medication — if your dog is on daily medication, bring it and label it clearly.
- Your cell number — so we can reach you and so you can access the live camera system on your phone.
What Short-Notice Clients Tell Us Later
The most common thing we hear from clients who came to us in a short-notice situation: "I didn't know this was here — we'll be coming back." Bay County has professional boarding options, but we're consistently the facility people call back and the one they recommend to others. The live camera system alone — being able to see your dog in real time after an anxious drop-off — changes the experience entirely.
Call (850) 257-5776 to check availability — fastest for urgent situations. Or book online 24/7 at https://animalfriendspc.com/book. We're at 2912 Transmitter Road, Panama City, FL 32404. Open 7 days a week.