Friday, September 23, 2011

September Newsletter

Summer came and went and sometimes it didn't feel like it had arrived!  At least it made for an easier time for our animals who can't always tolerate the heat so well.  As Summer winds down we want to remind all of you to book early for the Holidays.  We do tend to book up for Thanksgiving and Christmas, so please make a reservation for your pet's stay early! 

Stop By Anytime!
We take great pride in the high standards we set for the kennel in terms of care of the animals, cleanliness and attention to detail.  We are one of the few kennels that welcomes and encourages tours without an appointment during our open hours.  This means that current or potential clients may drop in to take a tour without making an appointment.  We allow you to view the entire kennel so that you can feel comfortable and reassured that your pet is kept safe, comfortable and happy!   

The Adoptables
If you or anyone you know is looking to adopt a small dog, please let them know about our wonderful adoptables.  We are currently looking for homes for three wonderful small dogs, Hank, a miniature Pinscher mix and Yogi and Boo Boo, Dachshund/Chihuahua mixes.  Hank was pulled from a high kill shelter just before he was due to be put to sleep.  Yogi and Boo Boo were left in a crate stuffed in some bushes.  These dogs have been here for quite a while and are desperately looking for new homes.  Please spread the word.



Training Recommendations
Are you interested in learning more about how dogs learn?  Check out these great dog training books!
The Other End of the Leash by Dr. Patricia McConnell
This book is a great resource as it helps readers to understand how dogs learn and think.

The Culture Clash by Jean Donaldson
This groundbreaking book explains how dogs think and learn and how some of our old ways of thinking need to be changed.

The Power of Positive Dog Training by Pat Miller
This book is more of a "how to" in terms of training specific behaviors using positive reinforcement methods.

Bones Would Rain From The Sky by Suzanne Clothier
This book is about our relationships with dogs and how to go about building a strong one.  So good, you won't be able to put it down!

Positive Training for Show Dogs by Vicki Ronchette
This book was written by our resident trainer Vicki Ronchette.  It teaches how to use positive reinforcement training to train your show dog.