A popular Petaluma dog boarding center says it is under fire from next-door neighbors and county federal government authorities over dogs’ barking, and is now requesting for the general public’s help.
It’s A Dog’s Life, situated on Skillman Lane simply outdoors city limitations, sent an email to clients Tuesday explaining the business’ predicament.
“In the last few years a few of our neighbors have retired and are now home during the day,” the business composed. “This change in their routine has resulted in a concerted effort to close our kennel due to sporadic barking that naturally occurs with dogs.”
It’s a Dog’s Life has actually inhabited the area for over 17 years, however there’s been a kennel at the website for a minimum of the last half-century.
“The neighbors’ complaints have reached the ears of our local representatives who seem to believe the community doesn’t see us as a benefit worth preserving,” owner Karen Doolittle said.
“Their voices have encouraged the county to look for opportunities to financially cripple us into closing.”
To counter that declared understanding by county authorities, Doolittle is asking fans of It’s A Dog’s Life to compose the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors. She has actually even offered a sample email.
“I would like you to know what an asset this kennel is to our community,” the email checks out. “I understand that living next to a kennel could be challenging at times, but it is also a reality that our community needs a business that provides the assistance which this kennel offers. … Please help us, your constituents, keep this facility open and in a position to continue offering this invaluable benefit.”
The email was not particular about how the county is using pressure, although it did describe “building permit violations.”
It’s a Dog’s Life stays popular amongst regional dog owners and consistently wins the “pet boarding services” classification in the Argus-Courier’s yearly People’s Choice Awards, including in 2023.
Neither Doolittle nor Rabbitt were instantly available for remark.
