So what did I learn about Western New York’s only pet resort? Here goes, in order of importance:
1. It’s not more expensive!
2. It’s open everyday!
3. Your dog can be picked up and dropped off in the Cara Mia pet limo at just about any hour (as was necessary for me recently due to a medical procedure).
4. Your dog gets to engage in healthy activities, like swimming and walking on a treadmill — great for mental stimulation and exercise.
5. Need to be at the airport at 6am and can’t get home till midnight? No problem! Need to drop your dog off for a couple of hours, and not a half or full day? No problem there either. Service is geared to your unique needs.
6. Cara Mia personnel actually have fun with your pet and pets sense that. My dog races out of the car to get inside and doesn’t seem to want to come home. Fortunately I don’t get jealous.
7. Oh, and did I forget to mention? It’s not more expensive!
So what’s my advice. Try Cara Mia, even if you’re a bit embarrassed about too extravagant with your pet because the extravagance won’t hurt your pocket but will make for a healthier, happier pet and a less stressful you. Your pet might even learn to behave a bit better too, in the process. So call for information and a free tour. That doesn’t cost anything either.
Cara Mia Pet Resort is located at 6429 Transit Road, East Amherst NY 14052, 716-568-2272, www.caramiapetresort.com.