The Dog Squad Monthly Bark Report
Volume 4 Issue 1January 2013
Happy New Year!

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The world didn't end on December 21st 2012!  So now we can welcome in 2013 just in time to go off the Cliff!

I am still hoping that 2013 will bring us peace in the world, some cooperation in Washington and economic prosperity for all. 

Last year I added some new classes such as a Nosework Seminar and an Off-Leash Class. In 2013 I will be offering four new Specialty Classes to add some fun and enjoyment for you and your dog.
  
The new classes are listed below in this newsletter.
  
I wish you all the best in 2013!

Cheers,

Steve Bettcher, IACP Certified Dog Trainer
The Dog Squad
A Dog's New Year's Resolutions

 

If your dog could make New Year's resolutions what would they be? Here are some that I have overheard when working with some of my dog friends this past year.

 

 

I resolve to:

1. always come when called.
2. leave the Mailman alone and declare peace.
3. stop chasing the cat.
4. stop digging up the lawn.
5. stop stealing food from tables and counter tops.
6. stop jumping on people.
7. stop barking at Mr. Squirrel.
8. get my owner to take me for 2 walks a day.
9. ignore the other dogs on my walk.
10. call The Dog Squad to help me keep these resolutions.

Post your dog's resolutions at my Facebook page. The best resolution will receive a $25 gift certificate for my on-line store.  

New Specialty Class Offerings for 2013
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Classes are all 6 weeks in length and are 1 hour in length. Cost is $225 per class. Locations will be announced but will likely be in San Leandro or Oakland. Dates and times are open to change depending on interest and weather. The next newsletter will have more details on the classes and how to sign up. If you are interested and want to get on a wait list please email me at steve@dogsquad.biz
 
Introduction to Nosework:
Wednesday 6:30 PM, April 3 - May 6
  
Canine Good Citizen (AKC CGC Certificate) Prep:
Wednesday 6:30 PM, May 8 - Jun 12
  
Tricks Class:
Saturday 12 Noon, June 15 - July 20
  
Off Leash I
Sunday 12 Noon, July 28 - Sept 8 (Skip Labor Day weekend)
 
Off Leash II

 Sunday 12 Noon, Sept 15 - Oct 20

  

  
Saturday Class - Walnut Creek and Pleasanton

The "Dogs Downtown Excursions" are held on Saturdays at 10 AM at a variety of downtown locations in the Valley. Currently the class is held in Walnut Creek and Pleasanton and will expand in 2013.
Locations:
 
 

Schedule for December 2012
- Saturday Jan. 5th - Civic Park, Walnut Creek
- Saturday Jan. 12th - Delucchi Park, Pleasanton
- Saturday Jan. 19th NO CLASS
- Saturday Jan. 26th Civic Park, Walnut Creek
- Saturday Feb. 2nd Delucchi Park, Pleasanton

  
Please check the Calendar to see where we will be meeting.
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Happy New Year!

Steve Bettcher, IACP Certified Dog Trainer
The Dog Squad
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Happy New Year
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New Classes
Downtown Classes
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