Volume 39, Number 15

Business

Bark of Approval
Hinataya Pet Hotel
by Emily Co

There comes a time where one has to leave one’s four-pawed best friend behind. Feelings of guilt may overwhelm you and worst case scenarios may replay over and over like a damaged video on an endless loop. I know because I’m a mommy to a little Rapscallion Pomeranian named Peanut. Like all other pet owners out there, I worry about the kind of people I’m leaving Peanut with and am concerned for his happiness, safety, and the quality of care he’s receiving. Hinataya Pet Hotel does much to chase those nagging anxieties away. Their treatment towards their animal guests is warm and loving and they will strive to make your pet feel right at home. This firmly goes hand in hand with their core belief of “taking care of their guest dogs, rather than just keeping them.”

Hinataya Pet Hotel opened five years ago in order to meet the need for a place to leave your dog that treats pooches more like family, rather than mere mammals lower down in the food chain. Popularity soon called for two more branches. The three hotels are located in Setagaya-ku Sakura, Suginami-ku Shimotakaido, and Oota-ku Higashimagome, and for those who live too far away, Hinataya’s drop off and pick up services make it all the more convenient.

Because of the hotel’s strict regulations, owners will never have to worry about the welfare of their precious ball of fur. There is even an age limit of ten years (although in certain cases exceptions will be made if the canine is in top physical condition).

‘Guests’ of Hinataya are also required to have updated rabies shots and vaccinations and must not be under any medication or medical treatment. A photo will be emailed once every few days for the purpose of reassuring owners of their pet’s well being. Each guest will be properly cared for, according to their own needs, and will be taken for a walk individually two to three times a day. If, in any event, your dog becomes ill, Hinataya staff will be sure to take quick action by taking it to a veterinarian immediately. During the day your pet will enjoy the spacious free roaming area where it can rest, socialize, and play with other animals. In special cases, dogs may be separated off into smaller sectors if they are unable to get along with the other guests.

And, there’s an extra bonus for the pampered pooch—grooming services that even provide hot spring baths or mud packs depending on choice, of course. Owners that leave their beloved Fidos with Hinataya,can easily put aside their worries. However, there is one very dangerous risk I am a bit hesitant to mention. There exists a very likely possibility that your pooch may not want to come home!

For more infomation on the Hinataya Pet Hotel call Sachi Yamada on 03-3429-0601 or see www.hinataya.com.