A SHORT HISTORY
Rivermist Kennels was built in 1969 by the owner, Barry Goodman, who resides on the property. A native Washingtonian, Mr. Goodman has been raising and showing dogs, Cocker Spaniels, Old English Sheepdogs, Labrador Retrievers, and now Gordon Setters, since he was a child. The property was specially selected by Mr. Goodman for its ideal location for the kind of kennel he could not find to house his own dogs while traveling. He has created the type of boarding facility where he could, and does, happily leave his own dogs knowing they will be given the best of care

EXERCISE
Each pet has its own outside run for exercise and playtime. There are also optional individual walks available with a staff member. These leashed romps or strolls may be scheduled as many or as few times during the stay as you wish. In October 2005, we opened our spacious half-acre grassy, wooded playground where pets may romp and play, alone or with others, under the supervision of our friendly staff.

• Exercise $5.00 per 15 minute walk
• Playtime $9.00 per 20 minute period

FEEDING
Meals are served once or twice daily, allowing us to accommodate the individual feeding routine of each pet. The regular kennel diet consists of a top-grade line of dry food mixed with canned food and warm water. We also stock a selection of alternate foods to tempt a finicky palate or a delicate system. We'll even cook for your pet if that's what is required. These special diets will be accommodated for a nominal charge. Fresh water is constantly available to every pet, indoors and out.

• Special Feeding $1.00 per meal (owners diet)
• $1.75 per meal for chicken/rice
• Medications $.75 per administration

BATHING AND GROOMING
We have an experienced, skilled and friendly staff of groomers and bathers at Rivermist to beautify your beast as well as provide for its good health and comfort.
A bath includes shampoo, brushing out of all mats and tangles, cleaning the ears and clipping the nails. Charges very depending on the work involved. Grooming includes bathing and trimming the coat to the breed standard or your own specifications. We will NOT shave down your pet unless you ask us to do so. Medicated shampoos and moisturizing treatments are available on request. The grooming shop is open for daily appointments. Bathing prices vary and depend on the breed and condition of the animal's coat.

Flea Control

For your protection and the kennel's, a flea and tick dip OR the application of Bio-Spot is required for all dogs not currently on a topical flea control.

• 0-29lbs --$11.00
• 30-79lbs --$12.00
• 80-99lbs --$13.00
• 100lbs or greater $14.00
• BioSpot
• 0-15 lbs --$11.00
• 16-33lbs --$12.00
• 34-65lbs --$15.00
• 66lbs and greater --$16.00

TRANSPORTATION
Monday through Friday, Rivermist Kennels offers the convenient option of pickup and delivery for a fee. Although we normally transport pets only to and from your home, arrangements may sometimes be made with your veterinary office to hold or receive your pet if your arrival or departure schedule does not coincide with our office hours. [We can also arrange shipping of your pet to or from the three Baltimore-Washington airports.] Advance notice for any transportation is required.

Transportation per trip (each way) --- $40.00