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SIDE BY SIDE
PetFena vs. a kennel vs. a favor
| PetFena | Boarding kennel | Neighbor or friend | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caregiver passes a background check | Varies by facility | No formal check | |
| Pet stays in a home, not a cage or run | |||
| Home is photo-verified before you book | N/A | ||
| Photo confirmation at drop-off and pick-up | Rarely | Rarely | |
| Published, fixed pricing tiers | Varies, often with add-on fees | Informal -- a favor, not a price | |
| Full refund if you cancel 24+ hours ahead | Varies by facility policy | N/A | |
| In-app record if something goes wrong | Facility incident policy | None |
FAQ
Why owners choose PetFena
It depends entirely on the facility -- vetting standards vary widely and aren't always visible to you beforehand. Every PetFena sitter passes the same background check and home-photo verification before they're ever listed, so you're not taking it on faith.
Nothing, if it works out -- but a favor comes with no background check, no verified home, and no record of what happened while you were gone. If something goes wrong, there's no recourse. PetFena documents every stay from drop-off to pick-up.
It depends on the kennel and add-ons. PetFena's pricing is published upfront by tier (Basic, Standard, Premium) with no surprise fees at pickup, and a 10% service fee is shown before you confirm -- so you always know the total before you book.
You disclose your pet's health, behavior, and care needs at booking so your sitter is prepared, and your pet stays in a real home instead of a kennel environment -- often a better fit for anxious or senior pets than a boarding facility.
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