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 Greetings Pet Lovers
It's been a busy spring here at the Kennel, with lots of spring break vacation activity. As we catch our breath, we look forward to an even busier summer ahead.
Speaking of summer, be sure to get your reservation in early for Kids & Canines, our fun, instructive day camp program for kids under eight and their dogs. Full details in this newsletter.
But first, we want to shed some light on the serious and important work that our very own Janalee Gallagher does with the state's search-and-rescue team. She answers the call when disaster strikes, like it did with the Southern Indiana tornadoes just a couple months ago. This issue highlights her work.
We're proud of her and all of the Kennel's valuable, trusted, educated employees.
We'd also like to thank all of our caring customers who have helped us to already collect over $50 to help the victims of those Southern Indiana tornadoes, including the numerous four-legged victims.
Yours in pets,
Deb & Ron Douglas
Kennel owners, ably assisted by:
Quentin Douglas
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Price Increase, May 2012 Zionsville Country Kennels is announcing a price increase effective May 1, 2012. "Our facility, and the service we provide to your pets while they are with us, is what really sets us apart from the competition," Deb Douglas, Kennel co-owner, says. "I'm proud to say we have the best pet-care employees in the business. In terms of education, experience, and devotion to dogs and cats, our employees are second to none." She also notes that the Kennel has not increased its rates in over two years, and in order to attract and retain this level of exceptional employees, "we need to pay premium wages, with a merit plan that rewards their excellent performance." Boarding Rates -- The rate on our standard indoor/outdoor runs is now $31.50 per day for single occupancy, with a 30-percent discount on the second pet in the same room. -- The rate for a suite in our Little Dog Rooms is $29 per day for single occupancy. -- The rate for a room in the Cattery is $20 per day for single occupancy. -- We are also offering a 10-percent discount on the second pet if they are boarding at the same time, but not sharing the same room. --Some customers have also requested early and/or late drop-off and pick-up, and we will now be offering this service for $7 upon request. Normal drop-off hours continue: 8:00am - 6:00pm Monday through Friday 8:00am - 4:00pm Saturday 2:00pm - 6:00pm Sunday Pick-up hours are: 8:00 - 12:00 Monday through Saturday, with no charge for the day. Kennel Camp/Day Care -- The rate for a one-day pass for play and socialization remains $25. -- If you purchase a 10-day package, the cost is $230, a $20 savings. -- If you purchase a 20-day package, the cost is $430, a $70 savings. --No change in the Kennel Camp hours: 7:00am - 6:00pm Monday through Friday. Frequent Boarders We are modifying our Frequent Boarder Program, based on feedback from our customers. The program formerly allowed for two (2) free days of boarding after six (6) visits (regardless of the numbers of days boarded during each visit). Those Frequent Boarder cards will still be honored, even as we move to the new program. The new Frequent Boarder Program will take into consideration the number of days of each visit. After your card has been stamped for 30 days of boarding, your pet will receive two (2) free days of boarding. Other Discount Opportunities As long as half the bill is paid in advance, we are now offering a 10-percent discount for stays longer than 30 days. We are also offering a two-percent discount if your bill is settled in cash. * * * * "I'd like to thank all our many devoted customers and their pets for their loyal patronage," Douglas says. # # # |
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Day Camp for Kids & Dogs
Our summer camp, Kids and Canines, will be back again this year helping kids and their dogs build a deeper bond.
This day camp is geared toward children ages 8 and older who want to train their dog, learn about proper care, and participate in a wide variety of dog-related activities.
ZCK trainers and staff will direct all of the activities and ensure plenty of FUN! Call the kennel for more information at 317-769-6172.
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Session I
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June 4 - 8, 2012
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Session II
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June 18 - 22, 2012
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Time
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9a - noon each day
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Fee
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$150 if registered by May 15; $160 if after May 16, 2012
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Registration
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Signup at the Kennel or call 317-769-6172
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Kennel Collects Donations in Support of
Tornado Victims
Janalee Gallagher on-site with search-and-rescue efforts
Hats off to our very own Janalee Gallagher and Chance, our brave search-and-rescue team. They were called up to active duty in Southern Indiana, where a series of tornadoes recently ravaged Henryville, Marysville, and other nearby areas.
The death toll stands at 39, along with 77 tornado-related injuries. Luckily, everyone was accounted for in the particular area that Janalee was tasked to clear, but a large number of pets had to be transported to the Humane Society for temporary housing.
If you would like to donate to a fund set up to aid tornado victims, just stop by the Kennel.
Meanwhile, let's learn more about search dogs.
In order to rescue a disaster victim, you first have to FIND them. No technology can match a dog's speed and accuracy in finding people trapped alive beneath the rubble of a disaster site. This is because dogs have:
- A remarkable sense of smell (many times more acute than ours) and a laser-like ability to ignore all other scents and noises -- even tempting traces of other animals, food, or people involved in the search;
- An unparalleled ability to quickly and safely navigate unstable and slippery terrain -- like a 4-wheel drive on paws;
- An ability to negotiate these dangerous surfaces while keeping absolutely focused on the job at hand: saving a life;
- An ability to work off-leash and get to places humans cannot safely access.
Disaster search requires specific talents and skills in both dog and handler. A disaster site is a treacherous environment: noisy, chaotic, dust-filled, and sometimes dark.
Disaster search dogs must have the ability to perform at a high level in the worst setting imaginable. At Ground Zero, for example, the 'pile' was a mountain of debris seven or eight stories high composed of twisted steel and wobbly, uneven surfaces, including hot spots and gaps in the rubble where fires were still burning.
It takes an extraordinary dog -- one with extreme boldness, energy, strength, agility, and drive -- to approach every training exercise, and every deployment, with energy and determination.
These are dogs that LOVE to work, NEED to work, and want nothing more than to be out on the rubble, searching.
This describes Chance to a tee, as well as Arrow, Risk, and Tag, our search and rescue dogs still in training.
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Spring Pet Care 101
It's time to help your pet get set for warmer weather. Here's a handy to-do list, supplied by Zionsville Country Kennel groomer Val Woodard: Brushing We've all seen it: those big clumps of fur rolling around under the bed or lurking in corners. They're evidence that our pets are shedding their winter coats, one clump at a time. This is the season that cats and dogs (especially those with double-coated fur) respond to these longer, warmer days and get ready for summer.  This is as much a spring-cleaning matter as a dog-grooming issue.
It's easy to manage the fur-flying, though. Start a weekly brushing regimen, done outside if possible. Continually removing loose fur will reduce the amount of hair to clean up in the house, and will keep your animal comfortable as temps climb upward. Plus, we all know how much pets love the sensation of being brushed, so they'll appreciate the bonding time. Tip: as you're brushing your pet, be on the lookout for fleas and ticks. They are out in droves, just looking for your pet. But if your pet's coat is too thick to brush easily, we can help out with our "furminator." Short-hair, single-coat animals such as labs, beagles, and domestic short-hair cats love the rubber curry brush, and it helps to loosen their dead hair. Trimming nails and claws As you give your pet his or her spring 'clean-up,' think about clipping their nails. If you do a short trim at home, the quick grows longer. The quick is the living portion of the nail. If you've ever 'quicked' your pet (cut the living part of the nail), it bleeds and hurts. Most people come to the conclusion that a professional groomer is best for nail-trimming, done as part of your pet's regular grooming. Allergies Pets are prone to seasonal allergies, just like people. And now is peak allergy season. Keep an eye on your pet for watery eyes, runny nose, coughing, or sneezing. Talk to your vet for help treating seasonal allergies in pets. In addition, pet dander can exacerbate seasonal allergies in people, so being diligent about grooming your pet is doubly important if you or your family suffers from allergies. # # # |
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Class Schedules
Puppy Kindergarten: Wednesdays 7-8pm
Canine Good Citizen:
Saturdays 10-11am
(starting 9/10)
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Groomer's Corner
Call 769-6172 to schedule an appointment with one of our amazing groomers!
Note: when you drop your dog off for a groom, you will notice that the outside entrance to the building has been changed.
Boarding and Grooming are now sharing an entrance. This set-up will make check-in quicker, simpler, and more efficient. Hooray!
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Zionsville Country Kennel was designed and operated with one goal in mind: your pet's best interest. We believe that your pet should be as happy as possible while they stay with us and we encourage you to explore our other services.
Kennel Hours: M-F 8am-6pm, Saturday 8am-4pm, Sunday 2pm-6pm
Kennel Camp Hours: M - F 7am - 6pm
Phone: 317-769-6172
Address: 5370 Indianapolis Road - 1.5 miles north of SR 334 - see us on the map!
Visit us online!
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