So, what exactly is a "Free Assessment"? It's your opportunity to get FREE dog training advice from the best in the business! Bring your friendly dog to any of the below days/times/locations, meet one-on-one with a trainer and discuss any issues you may be having. Our trainer will guide you to the best training solution for your dog, whether it's a group class, private training or a simple answer given right there on the spot. Don't miss the opportunity to learn how you can better live with your dog! If you do not have a friendly dog, please leave him at home and come on your own.

Trainers Paulette & Erin Give an Assessment

Dogs Knead Massage (and TTouch) Too 

  

Every day, more and more people are learning about the benefits of massage and TTouch for their dogs. AnimalSense has always endorsed these gentle training methods and is proud to work with the top local instructors in the areas of Tellington TTouch® and Canine Massage. Check out our upcoming seminars below. 

  

Denise Theobald Gives Hands-On Instruction in Class

Canine Massage and Bodywork with Canine Massage Chicago 

Thursday, April 12  

7pm-9pm 

Glenview Animal Hospital 

$40/person and dog 

Click here to register. 

Canine Massage and Bodywork with Canine Massage Chicago  Saturday, April 14 

9am-11am 

Oak Park (behind Pet Vets Animal Hospital)

$40/person and dog 

Click here to register. 

Tellington TTouch® Workshop with PetKidDo 

Wednesday, April 18  

7pm-9pm
Glenview Animal Hospital
$40/person and dog
Click here to register.

Read Betsy's blog for AnimalSensibility on the FAQ of TTouch.

Grand Opening Party Rocks 

 

Thank you to everyone who braved the snow (seems like forever that we had snow!) on the evening of our Grand Opening Party last month. We enjoyed showing off our new office, training and retail space and seeing so many friends and family. Here are a few party pics.

Office Gals: Carol, Sarah & Lindsay

A Fun Crowd

Stella & Chewy's talks dog nutrition with guests

Trainer Immerses Herself in all Things Dog

  

Huck & Alison

Alison Downs' life changed when she met Huck. "Until adopting Huck, I did not realize the incredible nature of human-dog bond.  His complex behavior fascinated me and the more I learned about dog behavior, the more I wanted to learn," says Alison.

A graduate of CanineLink Training & Behavior Academy, Alison now helps current and future students. As Curriculum Coordinator, it is her goal to ensure each student is exposed to a comprehensive overview of each topic, including differing opinions, scientific studies, and antidotes.    

Now in her second session as a Junior Trainer with AnimalSense, Alison says her favorite skill to teach is "Watch Me". "Eye contact is the first step in teaching a dog to defer to his human in decision-making. When my dogs give me eye contact, they are less likely to chase after that squirrel," says Alison. But she credits training for giving her a more realistic view about who dogs are and who they are not. Read her latest blog on the subject.

CanineLink Launches with Education in Mind  

 

CanineLink (formerly known as AnimalSense Academy) is now educating six future dog trainers in its Academy. This new company by Jamie Damato Midgal offers many educational opportunities, including day-long seminars for dog lovers, regardless of their professional aspirations. Join CanineLink for Canine Communication on Saturday, March 24 from 10am-4pm at their West Loop office. Here's more information about this seminar that will help you understand how to speak dog.

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