Happy Chinese Year of the Dog! To celebrate, Wag & Train has introduced a
monthly e-newsletter filled with tips, tricks and answers to your frequently
asked animal behavior questions as well as special discounts and offers.
We would like to hear from you - please contact us with any feedback about
the e-newsletter.
Sincerely,
Kari Bastyr, MS, CDBC
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 Prevent Backyard Digging
Spring has sprung and that means more outside time for your pup. However, that extra time in the yard can lead to many destructive behaviors such as digging. The last thing you want is a yard that resembles the surface of Mars!
Try the following things to prevent digging this
season..... Read More
Avoid Burn Marks in the Grass
There are several pills and liquids on the market that claim to prevent
your dog’s urine from burning the grass. Before giving your dog
anything you should always talk to your vet. There are a few easy
and inexpensive things you can do without medicating your dogs to help prevent burn marks.....
Read More |
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| Saturday, May 6 - Furry Scurry |
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The Furry Scurry is two-mile walk and fun run in Washington Park that benefits the Denver Dumb Friends League. This fundraiser helps the DFL care for as many as 25,000 homeless animals every year.
Stop by our booth, located at the end of the walk with your behavior questions – our trainers will be onsite to answer any questions. We will also have plenty of treats for you and your furry friends – not to mention a chance to enter our raffle for great prizes. |
| Friday May 19 - Yappy Hour |
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This month’s Yappy Hour is a MUST! Dogmata is hosting an art auction and doggie fashion show to benefit Max Fund, a non-profit that provides medical care for injured pets with no known owners and then helps adopt them. In addition, music will be provided by DJ Japadapta.
Location: City Bark Lodo at 3150 Brighton Blvd
Time: 6:30-9PM
For more information: 303-296-3722 www.citybark.com |
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We’ve grown! We now offer classes at:
 CityBark, Too in Englewood
CityBark, LoDo in North Denver
Sage Valley Pet Center in Golden
Mountain Parks Vet Hospital in Evergreen
This summer we will be offering several classes including Puppy Class, Basic Obedience 1 , Basic Obedience 2, Reliability, "Barkley meets Baby". Kari is always available for private sessions if you are unable to attend class.
If you are having specific behavior problems, or if your dog is being aggressive, please call Kari for your FREE consultation
Got a new puppy? Puppy Kindergarten is starting on May 22!
Have questions about potty training? Read this!
Call Kari at 720-312-5499 soon to register. |
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 The Skorupka’s adopted Gus, now a 5-year old yellow Labrador Retriever in September of 2004 from the Denver Dumb Friends League. The family was excited about the addition and new playmate for their other dog, Bailey. However, they soon learned Gus had several issues from his past including aggression and anxiety.
Read how their determination and patience paid off.
Tell us your success stories! |
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 Kari Bastyr, M.S., CDBC, is a Denver-based animal behaviorist , and has been in private practice for more than 11 years. Her specialty is canine behavior problems, such as aggression, separation anxiety, barking, improper urination, chewing, jumping, etc. She also teaches several levels of obedience classes, including puppy class, reliability, and agility. More about Kari and Wag & Train.
Wag & Train DOES NOT use any aversive techniques such as - choke chains, prong collars, and shock. Email Kari at kari@wagandtrain.com
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