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October Dogs of the Week
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Best of Josie's Blog
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If you  haven't checked out Josie's blog recently... here's what you missed! 
 
Mr. Wookie.
 
And the Voting begins...
Halloween Contest.
Pumpkins and fall go together.
 
Adopt a Dog Month
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Don't forget to make a  reservation

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Our Daycare and Boarding are filling up each week, please call ahead!
 
 
Dogtopia Athletic Club

Runner Happy

We are looking for more races to run.
If you are interested in joining us or know of any dog friendly 5k - 10k races please email Josie.  

Dogtopia

Dogtopia of Alexandria
3121 Colvin St
Alexandria, VA 22314 

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November Newsletter
Dogtopia of Alexandria
A Bark From Josie
 
 
JosieHi Everyone!

We are in full "prep" mode for all the wagging tails that will join us this Thanksgiving!
 
 
 
 
For both Daycare and Boarding we will be full for the week leading up to Thanksgiving and the weekend.  We only have a few spots left so get your reservations in.
 
Some of our Thanksgiving predictions:
- 1,000 individual feedings
- 900 poop bags
- 1,000 hours of parents watching on webcams
- Untold throws of the ball for fetch

But we definitely can't think of any better way to spend the holiday! Who wouldn't be THANKFUL to be surrounded by Labs, Golden Retrievers, Shih-Tzus, Boston Terriers and every other breed you can think of.

If you haven't secured your reservation please do so soon.
 
Happy Act
 
Our government has finally figured out what many of us already know, Dogs are kids!!  A bill introduced by U.S. Rep. Thaddeus McCotter (see an interview on youtube) H. R. 3501 says the IRS should treat us like kids with a $3,500 tax credit.  The bill  - dubbed the Humanity and Pets Partnered Through the Years or HAPPY Act - has been referred to the House Ways and Means Committee.  Let your local Representative know that you support the Happy Act by contacting them here
 
Turkey Trot
 
For those who are staying in town this Thanksgiving, the Del Ray Business Association is holding the 34th Alexandria Turkey Trot 5-Miler which is dog friendly!  No separate doggie division this year but look for one next year.  
 
Costume Contest
 
Congratulations to Frankie the Lobster for winning the local costume contest and representing Alexandria in the national Dogtopia contest.  Check here for the local winners. 
 
Ruff,
Josie  

VP of Dog Resources 
 
October Dogs of the Week

FrankFrank for the week of 11/4/09
Frankie, Frank the Tank, and Frank Ferter; these are all nicknames Frank the Dachshund goes by. Frank has been coming to Dogtopia® since he was 5-months-old, he is now 9 months-old and is a much bigger boy. This crazy boy loves coming to daycare and having sleepovers. He has made many friends in the short amount of time he's been coming here and has also become quite a ladies' man! But Frank only has eyes for one furry lady and that's Bailey the English Springer Spaniel who is almost 2 years-old. Yes, he goes for a more mature and bigger woman. These two make a perfect pair, they love taking naps together. Everyone at Dogtopia®, both furry and human alike loves Frank. 
 

 
JosieZellie for the week of 10/11/09
Zelli is a 9-month-old Catahoula Leopard Dog mix who comes every week for daycare. Zelli has made a complete 180 from her first day at Dogtopia. Zelli's mom rescued her and really wanted her to be able to interact with people as well as dogs. It took a few times for Zelli to get used to the routine and the idea of daycare, but now Zelli is one of our most outgoing dogs in the Toy Box. In the few months that Zelli has been coming to Dogtopia®, she has made many four and two legged friends. Her mom and all of the staff are very proud of the great dog she has become. We love our beautiful Zelli. 
 

JosieRomeo for the week of 10/18/09

Oh Romeo, Romeo wherefore art thou Romeo. Meet Romeo, a 1-year-old Maltese/Shih Tzu mix that loves Dogtopia®! He has so many friends and girlfriends (he's a ladies' man); I don't think you could find a dog that doesn't like this playful guy. He does have a close group of friends which includes Charlie a Bichon, Morie a Shih Tzu, and his girlfriend Brooklyn a Maltipoo. Romeo and all of his friends are in the Fluffy dog crew in our Toy Box.



JosieBrewer for the Week of 10/25/09

Brewer is a 1-year-old Rottweiler that loves daycare. He may be a bit on the smaller size for a Rottie but he sure doesn't act like it. He loves playing with all the big dogs in the Gym. Brewer can either be found playing with the Kongs in the room or talking to his friends. This boy never stops talking while he's in the room. He also thinks he's the welcoming committee when new dogs come for daycare or boarding, he likes showing all the newbie's the room and introducing him to all of his friends.