Sunday Reset: Preparing the Space, the Care, and the Experience for the Week Ahead

Sundays are our moment to reset with intention.

Before a new week begins, we take the time to make sure everything behind the scenes is exactly where it needs to be. This quiet preparation is what allows each dog to step into their stay or appointment feeling calm, supported, and truly cared for.

A Sunday reset isn’t about rushing. It’s about making sure every detail is up to par.

Preparing the Environment

Part of our Sunday reset includes a thorough review of cleanliness and organization throughout the space. Grooming areas, boarding suites, beds, bowls, and high-touch surfaces are checked, cleaned, and refreshed. We make sure everything is disinfected, comfortable, and ready to welcome the next dog through the door.

Clean spaces matter. Dogs experience their surroundings through scent and touch, and a well-maintained environment helps them settle more easily and feel secure.

We also take time to confirm that all in-house supplies are stocked and ready — shampoos, spa products, bedding, enrichment items, and wellness tools. Having everything prepared allows the week to flow smoothly without disruption.

Setting the Stage for a Calm Boarding Experience

For our boarding dogs, Sunday preparation is especially important. Each suite is reset so that it feels peaceful and welcoming, not just clean. Fresh bedding, familiar routines, and quiet consistency help dogs transition comfortably into their stay.

One of the most meaningful parts of this experience is customized aromatherapy.

Why Aromatherapy Is Personalized

Aromatherapy is never one-size-fits-all. Every dog processes scent differently, and what feels calming to one dog may feel overwhelming to another. That’s why we customize aromatherapy based on each dog’s individual needs, temperament, and comfort level.

Gentle, appropriate aromas can help:

• Support relaxation and emotional balance

• Reduce stress during transitions or overnight stays

• Create a sense of familiarity and safety

• Encourage deeper rest

Aromatherapy is always introduced subtly and respectfully, allowing dogs to experience it without being forced. When used thoughtfully, it becomes part of the environment rather than something that demands attention.

What we often see is dogs settling more quickly, resting more deeply, and moving through their stay with greater ease.

Preparation Creates the Experience

Sunday Reset is about ensuring that when dogs arrive, everything feels ready. Clean spaces, stocked supplies, thoughtful routines, and personalized care all come together to create an experience that feels calm rather than chaotic.

This preparation allows dogs to enjoy their stay, their grooming, or their care time in a way that supports both comfort and trust.

As we prepare for the week ahead, our focus remains the same: thoughtful care, intentional environments, and experiences that support the body, mind, and soul.

With care,

Lauren 💜🐾