What's Going On With Royal K9 Korner?

 

I’m in the midst of making some pretty serious decisions about Royal K9 Korner. Business here will never be what it was just a few years ago - "First Week of Nov. 2023"
 I've decided to renew my insurance policy and business license for one more year. 
I’ve known for a few years now that my full retirement days were approaching fast. I’ve slowly been downsizing my daycare for quite some time.

One of the steps was no longer taking in newcomers. That allowed me to schedule more playdates between my regulars, it reduced chores related to M&G plans, it eliminated having to create safe socialization for new comers and ultimately gave me easier days.

I’ve always been strict on safety measures for taking care of dogs that belong to someone else. 
When my own health became the issue, it seemed like it would be easier to make decisions about where RK9Korner is going. Wrong. It was not easy. I miss the dogs! My days are too long and too quiet. It provides too much time for anxiety to set in. I no longer have the strength or stability to run and zoom around my yard. 
This new development in my health has left me feeling less confident about keeping dogs safe. I believe I’m able to manage my days better now with the help of the meds. Although I still have a long way to go before I’m through this rough patch. I’m still waiting on tests and results and appointments that will hopefully bring some answers. Time will tell. 

The long and the short of it is, I still want dogs to visit me. They help to keep me grounded, make the days go faster and bring very much happiness. My concern is not knowing when/if another attack will sneak in and I’ll have to send the dogs home or to their contact person. I'd like to start with, only taking dogs a few hours during the day when their parents are home. I might decide to try to do some overnight stays with some of my buddies.

So, I’m going to slowly begin to bring ‘my’ regular dogs in for playdays again. Another big issue is that prebooking will undoubtedly not work any more. I’m not sure it will ever be possible again. 
For now, I'm thinking, accepting text messages to set up a day for a drop in play with a buddy on a day to day basis.  
I wonder how 'my' moms and dads feel about that idea? Please let me know your thoughts. 

What I do know for sure is that I have a whole business load, full of supplies and dog items I will no longer be needing. I will give our Lillooet community first dibs by posting locally. 

Nothing is new. All items are older and well used. Everything is certainly more than usable. Any dog in need would welcome them, I know! 
I’ve been making a list. I’ll also try to put together some photos and the prices I’m asking. The cost will be minimal for sure. I would love to see them go to those who need them. Ultimately, I want them gone. I’d like to reclaim some of my space. What isn't needed locally will simply go where it is needed out of town.

I know what will be going, and I’m sure I’ll think of something else as the days go along - 
I have many of most particular items and will need to do an actual count of all.
I've always purchased items in various sizes and styles so I could accommodate all my visitors. 
My remaining cookies however, are out of bounds. I'm reserving those for my visitors. They are mostly kept in the freezer so they stay fresh! 
If you are thinking of something or see something that catches your eye and don't want to wait for the specific details. ASK ME!  It's going to be very first come first serve. 
 
Items to clear out - Photos to be posted at a later date. 

Crates – Wire ex. large, large, medium and small. All collapsible and easily store away. 
              Also, one collapsible soft canvas. All have plastic tray bottoms and mats. Sizes to follow

Indoor doorway gates: some metal, some plastic, some wooden. 

Blankets & Large quilts as well as  medium – large fleece. Well used,  some quilts have bare or thin 
              patches. Dogs love digging on them and I allowed it. (Okay, encouraged) 
             Possibly tears and frays.    All perfectly good for dog use.
Pillows - Regular and Throw  - Cuz all dogs need a pillow. :) 

Bowls – Various sizes. Stainless, plastic, slow feeders

Mats – Various sizes. All foam is lined with plastic for moisture protection and easy to clean.   All covers are removable with velcro closures.

Toys – Many tattered, torn and well used. Most no longer squeak.
             Balls, tuff chew toys, tug ropes, cloth animal stuffies, most no longer contain stuffing.  Great for  
              ruff tug and tear games. 
Leads - numerous colours, lengths, durability 

Harnesses - various sturdiness, sizes and styles. 

Collars - variety

Winter coats - various

Hi Viz life jackets - 2

Boots – small, medium, large, winter and sock boots. 

Diapers - Opened bag fit for medium dog. I will check actual size.

Reusable/washable - Both - male belly band and female waterproof wraps with liners.

Water proof pad covers.

3 Interactive feeders – Photos included here -  

Toba Visits Bailey and Countess River Dec. 2025

The last week of Dec. Toba arrived for a sleep over with Bailey and Countess River. 

Sir Bailey flanked by his Lady's Miss Toby and The Countess River

The way Toba and Bailey play, means it's safer for our River to spend her time in the play area that has the bird feeder. Oh yes, I filled them. River was so happy and excited to zoom from yard to yard and bark at each tree filled with the birds. She did pause at the gates to watch Bailey and Toba play but soon headed back to her bred in interest of stalking. Such a happy funny girl.

Toba is a strong vibrant girl who enters daycare seeking Bailey and fully ready to playfully engage. Watching the two 2 ½ yr olds romp ‘n play together is both entertaining and interesting for me. 

Bailey flops in the snow and gives Toba an opportunity to play dominant dog

 These two have grown to know each other well since the Spring. Their manners can easily be seen in both their play and their rest times. Bailey has had countless play encounters with countless buddies. He seems to have learned to fully communicate with each one on their individual level and is a very good listener. Their zooms and playfulness range from full on rough ‘n tumble body contact to a lesser easy romp and strong stances each holding their ground. 
They happily takes turns and often give each other time to take a break.
 

Bailey appears to conserve his energy using his muscle strength to simply pivot or adjust his step until he really needs to exert more energy. Toba seems to fully engage using all her strength and stamina with each playful move. Once her stamina reaches it peak, she seems ready for a more relaxed form of play which soon heads into a calm laydown with a toy mode. Bailey who has been conserving energy is till ready to play and uses his best persuasion methods to entice her. He’s listening to her tell him to give her some space but, he seems to say, “Aww come on just a little bit more.” 

When Toba finally wins the relaxing time, Bailey quickly turns his attention to the next possible play partner. This time it was the eager and ready to give her all, Countess River. 

It was a great couple of days between Christmas and New Years Day. We looked forward to arrival of Suzy Q, Ruby, and Cooper who joined Bailey and River that afternoon. I'll post again soon.
Happy New Years Eve everyone 
Stay healthy and happy and bring in the New Year safely PLEASE.