News from Pawsitive Results, LLCMarch/April 2014
Pawsitively Speaking
  
Teoti and Finian
Teoti & Finian


It's been awhile! I'm sorry for the delay. I've been busy at my laptop, but working on a big deadline -- my next book! I've just written a new dog training book for DogFancy. Now that the manuscript is with the publisher, I can catch you up on what else has been going on with Pawsitive Results!

We're currently registering for classes in April. Get some spring training with your dog! We're also contributing articles to the Columbia Star newspaper, and I've launched a new podcast on Pet Life Radio! Get the scoop in this issue. You'll also get some helpful tips on keeping your pets safe from household poisons and your entire family safe around pet food and treats. 

Please give your dogs cookies from me!

 

Teoti Anderson, CPDT-KA, KPA-CTP
Pawsitive Results, LLC

 

Class Schedule
It's never too late to train your dog! Sign up today.

Tri-City Leisure Center, West Columbia
Class begins Thursday, April 24 at 7:30 p.m. 
Now taking registrations! 
 
Friarsgate Park, Irmo
Class begins Tuesday, April 29 at 7:00 p.m.
Now taking registrations! 
 
Times not work for you? Check out our future schedule.
 
Just got a new puppy and need help getting him off to a successful start? Do you have a fearful dog that is shy of people? Or an aggressive dog? Maybe you've attended one of our classes and want extra help on some behaviors. We offer private lessons in the convenience of your home. Visit the website for details. 


Danger: Poison!   
The ASPCA Poison Control Center handled almost 180,000 cases in 2013 of pets potentially being exposed to toxic substances. What topped the list? Human prescription medication! Be sure to keep your medications safely put away where your dog cannot reach them.
 
Here are the top 10 pet toxins ranked in order of call volume to the Center:
  1. Prescription human medications
  2. Insecticides
  3. Over-the-counter human medications
  4. Household products
  5. People food
  6. Veterinary products and medications
  7. Chocolate
  8. Rodenticides
  9. Plants
  10. Lawn and garden products

If you've ever wondered if an item is poisonous or not, the Poison Control Center's experts set the issue straight with the Okay or No Way list.

 

If you suspect your pet has ingested something toxic, please contact your veterinarian or the Animal Poison Control Center's 24-hour hotline at (888) 426-4435. Please note that a $65 fee may be applied to your credit card. This is well worth your pet's life, however, if he gets hold of something dangerous!  


Pet Food & Treats: Keeping Safe 
Dog treats and stethoscope With all the pet food and treat recalls over the past years, people are becoming more conscious about food safety for their pets. Did you know that if your pet's food is contaminated, it can also make you sick?

Here are some great tips in a video from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on keeping everyone in your family safe.

An especially helpful tip is the one to always keep your current bag of pet food. If you store your pet's food in an air-safe container that is great, but if you later suspect the food may be making your pet sick, you will need the information on the bag to help your veterinarian and the FDA research the issue.

A few precautions will go a long way in keeping your family safe.

 

About Pawsitive Results, LLC

 

Pawsitive Results, LLC offers reward-based group dog training classes in Irmo and West Columbia, SC., as well as private lessons. Owner Teoti Anderson is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer and author who also gives popular workshops across the country to dog trainers and pet owners.
 
In This Issue
Class Schedule
Some of Our Favorite Things
Pet Food & Treats: Keeping Safe
Featured in Modern Dog Magazine
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Now Playing on Pet Life Radio!

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Teoti now has a regular podcast on Pet Life Radio! Tune into Get Pawsitive Results. You can also access it on iHeartRadio.

Get Pawsitive Results focuses on helping you with common issues between you and your dog. Teoti discusses different activities you can share with your dog, and keeps you posted on current canine news and products. You'll get practical, effective tips on training. She also covers behavioral issues, such as fear and aggression. Whether you've had dogs for years or are planning on getting your first one, this podcast is for you!
 
Do you have an idea for the show? Share it! Write us at info@getpawsitiveresults.com or post on our Facebook page.
Get Training Tips in the Columbia StarColumbia Star articlePawsitive Results is now contributing monthly articles to the Columbia Star newspaper. You'll find the paper at a variety of businesses throughout Columbia, and you can also find it online. 

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