The trigger is a change at home. A new job, a return to the office or a puppy arriving creates the need overnight, and those searches happen within days of the decision.
Guilt is the real search intent. Somebody typing about a dog left alone all day is not shopping for day care, they are looking for reassurance, and a page that answers kindly converts them.
Puppies are a different service. Vaccination stages, shorter days, separate groups and toilet training mean a puppy page answers questions a general one cannot.
Holiday cover is a dated, separate market. Boarding over school holidays and Christmas is booked months ahead and is often the first contact with a family who later become regulars.