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Greetings!
Thanksgiving is almost upon us so please don't forget to make your boarding reservations early. This is one of the busiest holidays at Willow's Oak and we do fill up fast! Every pet that stays with us over Thanksgiving is a part of our family and will celebrate with us with a scrumptious treat on Thanksgiving Day!
If your pooch is staying home with you and your guests this holiday, why not brush up on a few "table manners" with some Positive Reinforcement Obedience lessons with Jason. We are now also offering Dog Agility Training. There are many benefits from this form of fun filled training, for more information read our Training Tips below.
We hope to see you and your furry friend soon!
Sincerely,
Jason & Tiffany Beasley
Willow's Oak Pet Lodge & Obedience Academy |
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Buy 3 Out & About Playtimes Get One
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Bring this coupon to Willow's Oak for one free Out & About Playtime package with the purchase of 3. One per customer, please.
Forward this coupon to family and friends so their pets can stay, play and learn to obey at Willow's Oak! Visit www.willowsoak.com to learn more. | | Offer Valid: Nov 1, 2012 thru Nov 30, 2012 |
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 TRAINING TIPS from Certified Trainer Jason Beasley
Agility Training
We are very excited to now offer dog agility training at Willow's Oak. Aside from being entertained, agility training helps your dog to become alert and respond to your cues. This fun-filled activity even sharpens his mind and teaches him to make his own strategy on how to finish the course efficiently.
More importantly, you and your dog will build a better bond. This training teamwork nurtures a good communication between you and your dog which will improve your working relationship.
There are different kinds of dog agility equipment that will complete your dog's obstacle training course. Every piece of equipment provides excellent improvement to your dog's whole being and attitude.
Below is a list of benefits that your dog can get from agility training.
- Keeps your dog healthy
- Allows your dog to perform needed exercise
- Establishes trust as their friend and owner
- Learns to follow basic obedience and instructions
- Develops flexibility
- Sharpens your dog's mind
- Increases your dog's endurance and confidence
- Improves his communication skills
*For more information on Positive Reinforcement Dog Training with certified trainer Jason Beasley, or to schedule a class, please call 845-9444.
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Fun Pet Facts | |
Did you know...
A dog's nose has about 4 times as many scent cells as a cat's and 14 times more than a humans.
They can sniff out their dinner from any room in the house!
HAPPENINGS AROUND TOWN
St. Francis Animal Sanctuary's Pet Adoptions
Sat, Nov 10th, 9am - 1pm
Mandeville Trailhead - Depot Building.
St. Tammany Humane Society's Unleashed Moonlight Gala
Silent Auction, Live Music, Open Bar, Great Cuisine! Sat Nov 10th, 7:00-11:00pm
Castine Center |
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Pet of the Month
Loving Wilhemina
Wilhemina and her cat buddies are staying with us long term while their house is being repaired after damage during Hurricane Isaac. She is so friendly and loving, we just can't stop cuddling her!
We love you Wilhemina !
For being our pet of the month, you will receive a FREE NIGHT of boarding during your next stay. |
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Pets & Their People
Scruffy- A diamond in the rough!
By Trudy Mayers
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I work at a chemical plant and for over a year I kept noticing a scruffy little dog that would hang out in the woods and on the road nearby. He was very matted and and wouldn't let anyone get near him although several people from other work sites would stop and throw food over the fence to him. I asked colleagues to save their scraps of food and began feeding him, but he wouldn't let me get close to him. He was very wary of strangers as unfortunately he had been chased and had rocks thrown at him. Sadly, he had reason to be scared.
I told everyone that I was going to save him, although they all thought I was crazy! Colleagues said that he was a mutt that was probably sick and full of worms, but I didn't listen to them. I even told the little dog that I was going to save him one day. Finally a friend at work helped me trap him and after he was checked out at the vet I found out that he was microchipped!
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The vet contacted his previous owners who said that he was a Chinese Crested Powder Puff. They said that he was stolen as a puppy and they didn't want him back. I was thrilled that I was able to keep him! After a clean bill of health from the vet I picked him up the next day. He was so friendly and the staff told me that he was giving sloppy wet kisses to everyone. He has been the sweetest dog from day one, and I am so glad that I was able to save him and give him a second chance.
It has been almost 3 years since I rescued Scruffy and my work colleagues frequently ask me how he's doing. No one can believe that the scraggly mutt was a diamond in the rough! |
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Pet Product Pick
-Merrick Thanksgiving Feast
In this section we will give our candid opinion as pet professionals regarding new and existing pet related products on the market. We do not sell, endorse or profit from the sale of these products in any way. We provide these reviews as a service to our readers and their furry companions. Please feel free to let us know if you agree or disagree with our assessments by sharing your pets' reaction by email or Facebook.
We had to feature these Merrick brand pet foods as our product pick for November as they offer a perfect alternative to your Thanksgiving feast table scraps. Although it is tempting to give your pup or kitty part of your Thanksgiving dinner, human food and diet changes are hazardous to your pets' digestive system and can lead to vomiting, diarrhea, and in severe cases, pancreatitis.
But don't worry, you can still chow down on turkey and gravy without feeling guilty for not sharing your scrumptious scraps as your pet glares pleadingly at you!
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Not only does Merrick make quality pet food with natural ingredients, they also make a pet Thanksgiving Day dinner complete with de-boned turkey, turkey broth, sweet potatoes, carrots, green beans and granny smith apples!
Merrick foods can be purchased online or locally at Adventure Pets in Mandeville or Good Dog Naturally in Covington. |
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Adorable Adoptables
These two precious boys were found in the woods by Outback Steakhouse in Covington. They are beautiful, sweet and adorable. They are approximately 3-4 months old. The Siamese is very friendly and will crawl up your leg if you let him. The orange kitten purrs like crazy and is very playful. He attacks pencils and his brother! Both are great with other cats and dogs.
To adopt either of these sweet cats please contact Deenie at 504 236-3389.
Please inform us of adoptable or lost/found pets in our local community and we will post them in our monthly newsletter. Please include a photo. willowsoak@bellsouth.net
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