How surfaces can prevent boarding diseases

In any space where animals gather, whether it’s a veterinary clinic, boarding facility, grooming salon, or even a daycare facility, maintaining a safe, clean environment is critical. With the presence of multiple dogs and cats comes a higher risk of infectious diseases such as Bordetella (kennel cough), Parvo, and feline upper respiratory infections (URIs).

These illnesses are so contagious, and often spread through airborne droplets, shared surfaces, or direct contact. For your pets, hygiene isn’t just a best practice, it’s a frontline defense.

For any disease-prevention strategy, regardless of the environment, is a rigorous cleaning and disinfecting regime. Effective cleaning requires more than just diligence.

You need the right surfaces in place. Just like in human hospitals, surfaces in veterinary spaces must stand up to frequent exposure to strong cleaning chemicals without degrading over time. That means selecting flooring and wall finishes that won’t crack, absorb contaminants, or promote bacterial growth.

The surface choice matters. Standard finishes like porous concrete, tiles with grout lines, or painted drywall can harbor bacteria and be very difficult to clean properly. Grout lines, in particular, are a breeding ground for mold and pathogens, especially in areas that see frequent traffic and moisture./p>

At Altro, our floor and wall solutions are designed to address these challenges head-on. Our smooth, non-porous surfaces completely eliminate spaces where microbes can hide, while their chemical resistance ensures they maintain their integrity after repeated disinfection cycles. There’s no need for harsh scrubbing that can wear down the material or cause fading. Altro products are designed to look good and last.

We also believe in smart design over chemical shortcuts. That’s why our products provide hygienic benefits without the use of added antimicrobial agents or biocides, which can raise concerns around resistance and environmental impact.

Products like Altro Symphonia and Altro Operetta offer exceptional stain and chemical resistance, making them ideal for spaces like treatment rooms, recovery areas, and grooming stations. When paired with Altro Whiterock wall cladding, they form a continuous, floor-to-ceiling surface that’s easy to clean and sanitize.

Boarding facilities, vet clinics, and shelters carry a heavy responsibility: the health and wellbeing of the animals in their care. The surfaces you choose play a critical role in supporting that mission. With Altro, you’re not just installing floors and walls, you’re investing in cleaner, safer environments that support infection control from the ground up.