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Official Monthly E-Newsletter- Westlake Village, California

In This Issue 

 

Cats Need a Vacation too!

 

Surrounding a pristine tropical fish tank, Kitty City is the ultimate place for stimulating play, unlimited bird watching and tranquil catnaps. Kitty City Suites are the PURRfect alternative to a pet-sitter while you are on an extended vacation! Each "condo" features multiple levels of space, high-quality bedding, a private litter box and a separate air purification system to ensure that your cat's environment remains virtually viral-free. And of course, there's plenty of catnip to go around. Overnight accommodations start at only $33.50/night ($42/night peak)!

 

For more information or to book a Kitty City Suite contact the Front Desk at 818-889-BARK [2275

You're Cold? Your Pets Get Cold Too!

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Tip From the Doctors 

It's that time of year 

to snuggle up in front of a fireplace with a warm kitty on your lap or a puppy at your feet. But before you settle in, sometimes pet owners forget that their pets are just as accustomed to the warm shelter of the indoors as they are. Here is a great article we found from the AAHA with tips to keep your pet warm and safe this winter:

  • Take your animals for a check-up before winter kicks in. Westlake Village Animal Hospital can check to make sure they don't have any medical problems that will make them more vulnerable to the cold.
  • Keep your pets inside as much as you can when the temperature drops.
  • Some animals can remain outside safely longer in the winter than others. In some cases, it's just common sense...(Read More)
Vote for the Santa Paws 2012 Poster Pet!
 
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Last year,  Cannoli won our hearts with over 40 Facebook LIKES on The Barkley Santa Paws Photo Album. This year the Poster Pet competition is even RUFFER because there are over 4 dozen pets to LIKE from Chickens  to Cats with Santa Paws.

 

To cast your vote, visit our Facebook Santa Paws 2012 album, LIKE BARKLEYLA and vote with your LIKE to choose next year's Poster Pet! Contest ends Midnight, December 31st!  The Winning Santa Paws photo will also receive a Complimentary Luxury Spa Bath and PAWdicure!

Important Holiday Information
 
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The Barkley and Westlake Village Animal Hospital will follow regularly scheduled hours during the Christmas Holiday except please note:
 
Saturday, Dec 24th: 8 am - 3 pm*
Sunday, Dec 25th: LOBBY CLOSED
 
*There will be no tours on Saturday, Dec 24th. Although Animal Care is 24 hours a day, The Barkley Lobby will be closing promptly at 3 pm in order for our Front Desk employees to enjoy  holiday dinner with their families. Thank you for understanding by arranging your travel plans accordingly.

Meet Vendy Fris & Nichola Bond - Barkley Academy

 

 

Vendy Fris started her career in animal behavior in 1988 while living in Europe. She spent many years training police dogs for local law enforcement agencies. Now, Vendy and her team, Nichola Bond and Dawn Lindley, focus their time specializing in training domestic animals for everyday living - recognizing and correcting behavior disorders of all types. Vendy is well-known throughout Southern California for implementing "positive" training methods.  You and your dog will notice and appreciate the difference!

 

Interested in learning more about Barkley Academy? Simply print out this newsletter for a FREE Training Evaluation. Make an appointment by calling 818-889-BARK Ext 898.

Larry Brambles Art Exhibit- Gardens of the World
 
On Tuesday, December 20th through Sunday, January 29th, at Gardens of the World, client and supporter of The Barkley and Westlake Pet Foundation, Larry Brambles, a local fine arts photographer will be exhibiting "Doggies at the Beach." Specializing in coastal area themes, Larry has captured man's best friend at beach settings along the coasts of California, Oregon and Virginia. Proceeds from his photography exhibit will benefit Westlake Pet Foundation.
 
The Invitation Only Artist's Reception will take place Sunday, January 29th from 1:30 pm- 4 pm. If you are interested in being a guest, please contact Larry Brambles at PacificPiers@aol.com or visit him on the web at www.ILovePacificPiers.com.
Pet Food Recall
 

On December 6, 2011, The Procter & Gamble Company (P&G) has voluntarily recalled a single production lot of Iams ProActive Health Smart Puppy dry dog food with Use By or Expiration Dates of February 5 or February 6, 2013 and River Run and Marksman Dry Dog Food manufactured between Dec. 1, 2010, and Dec. 1, 2011 due to aflatoxin levels that were detected above the acceptable limit. These products have already been retrieved from store shelves. No illnesses have been reported in association with this production lot to date, and no other brand pet food products are involved. Please refer to the FDA website for more information on pet food recalls.

Introducing Event Essentials
Have an important event coming up in 2012? It's time to get efficient AND go paperless!

 

Introducing Event Essentials, the new alternative to traditional event planning uniquely customized to meet your event's most important needs from online ticket sales, attracting exhibitors & sponsors to managing your volunteers. It's 100% digital and it's fabulous!

 

Ideal for Fairs, Festivals, Events and Fundraisers of any size, Event Essentials is an affordable, fully web-based, management solution that will help any event get checked out, talked about and sold out!

 

For more information, visit www.festivalsetup.com

Westlake Village Animal Hospital Recommends Vectra 3D
 
When hungry fleas, ticks and mosquitoes bite and feed on your pet, it's more than just uncomfortable. It can be a serious health risk. That's why your pet needs the fast-acting protection of Vectra 3D.

For a limited time, you can get 9 doses for the price of 6! Contact Westlake Village Animal Hospital at 805-497-4900 for more information on protecting your pet!

 

  Barkley Academy News

 

 

The Barkley Academy is holding another session of Group Obedience Classes. 

Starting

 Saturday, January 7th 

9 am & 11 am

or

Wednesday, January 11th

10 am

 

Vendy Fris & Nichola Bond will teach your Dog:

 

*Full Obedience Training on Leash

*Specific Problem Solving Techniques

*Revolutionary Pillow, Down, Stay Process

*Better Understanding of Your Dog

Competitions at the End

of Every Lesson for Great Prizes!

 

Cost is only $260 per dog for the 6-week course. Pre-paid reservations are required, so please call

818-889-BARK x 898 

to secure your dog's space!

Holiday Heart Warmer  
 
It's tough out there for a...

 

A cat who went missing for nine years. A beagle who went missing for five. An enormous, affable hog who survived a serious car accident on the way to a food plant - thereby avoiding the fate ...

 

Don't forget to ask

Westlake Village Animal Hospital about getting a microchip so this doesn't happen to your pet!

 

Toys! Toys! Toys!

 

  Thank you to everyone who donated a new toy!

 

 The Barkley, Westlake and Westlake Village Animal Hospital THANK YOU for your generous support of ACTION, the free community toy shoppe and Team Gypsy Kids! 

 

Happy Holidays!

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"The Barkley" servicemark is a registered servicemark owned and licensed by Beverly Hills Pet Hotels, Inc.

 

 

The Barkley Pet Hotel & Day Spa is independently owned and operated by Westlake Village Pet Hotel, LLC. 

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