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March/April 2008

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In This Issue

Introduction to AKC Tracking Workshop - March 22, 2008
Fun-damentals of Flyball Workshop - March 29, 2008
Therapy Dog Team Training Workshop - April 26 & 27, 2008
Brand New Specialty Memberships - Pick Your Passion
Three New Specialized, Goal Oriented Training Programs
Rally & Agility Practice Run Thrus
Night Care Slumber Party Reservations Being Taken for Spring Break & Summer

PUP 'N IRON™, MORE THAN JUST A DOG TRAINING FACILITY ...

Are you looking for the highest quality care for your dog while you're at work or at play? Pup 'N Iron™ is your answer. Are you looking for positive dog-friendly training techniques where you won't be required to hurt your dog or make him afraid of you to get results? Pup 'N Iron™ is your answer. Are you looking for the most innovative, unique programming, classes and activities? Pup 'N Iron™ is your answer. Do you want to become a better leader for your family pet, a better handler in the show ring, a better trainer for your rally, obedience or agility dog? Pup 'N Iron™ is your answer. Does your dog need to lose weight, get fit, or rehabilitate from an injury? Pup 'N Iron™ is your answer. Do you need to pick up a bag of dog food on your way home from work? Pup 'N Iron™ is your answer. Yes, we're proud to say that Pup 'N Iron™ can fulfill all your requests, right here under one roof.

From the start it has been our mission to be a one-stop dog learning, fitness and activity center and we're so proud to say we've realized our dream. We invite you to come along with us and keep living the dream together. Your dog will love you for it!

Laurie, Mike and the staff of Pup 'N Iron Canine Fitness & Learning Center

INTRO TO AKC TRACKING WORKSHOP

Tracking is one of those activities that most any breed of dog can do. Further, it gives dogs an opportunity to utilize his natural ability to follow a scent. This workshop, presented by Beth Goodbody, will introduce the participant to the 3 levels of AKC Tracking tests and teach the basics of scent work. All working slots are full, but there are plenty of auditor slots available.

Saturday, March 22, 2008
10:00am - 2:00pm

For more information and registration, please click here.

FUN-DAMENTALS OF FLYBALL WORKSHOP

What do you call a sport that allows dogs to run fast, jump, and retrieve a ball over and over again? FUN! Flyball is this exciting dog sport that allows dogs to do all their favorite things. It's so much fun for dogs they don't even realize they're being trained. Come give it a try. It could be the funnest 3 hours you ever spend with ou dog! For more information or registration, please click here.

THERAPY TEAM TRAINING WORKSHOP

Saturday and Sunday, April 26 & 27, 2008
9:00am - 3:00pm

Have you ever wondered if your dog could be a therapy dog? What exactly does animal assisted therapy (AAT) mean? The goal of this 2 - day, 12 hour Therapy Team Training Workshop is to help you determine if both you and your dog are suited for this fulfilling work by reviewing the different types of AAT, practicing the behaviors your dog needs to master to become certified, and participation in role playing, mock testing and field training.

For more information and registration, click here.

PICK YOUR PASSION WITH A PUP 'N IRON SPECIALTY MEMBERSHIP

Our V.I.P. (Very Important Pooch) Memberships have been very popular through the years, but we realize there are some of you who would like to concentrate on a specific area of training. Just for you we now offer specialty memberships that allow you to focus on a single area at a reduced rate:

Agility Membership

Unlimited Agility classes and free run thrus for an entire year!

Rally Membership

Unlimited Rally classes and free run thrus for n entire year!

Competition Obedience Membership

Unlimited Competition Obedience Classes and free run thrus for a year!

For only $349.00 each!!! ($100 per dog for additional dogs/same family)

Read all about specialty memberships here.

SPECIALIZED GOAL ORIENTED TRAINING PROGRAMS

At Pup 'N Iron, innovation is our middle name. We pride ourselves on continuing to be the very first to offer the most unique and effective training programs and activities in the area. We now offer three new specialized, focused trainng programs that will help you achieve specific goals with your dog:

SUPER PUPPY - The first 6 months a puppy is in your home are the most important. Taking a puppy class is great, but that's just the beginning. Now you can make the most of your puppy's first six months with you by continuing with his training with the perfect combination of (4) essential training classes (Puppy I, Puppy II, Performance Puppy, and Master Puppy). That's 24 weeks of continuous training for only $349.00 (a $90 savings off individual class prices).

ROAD TO C.G.C. (Canine Good Citizen) CERTIFICATION - The A.K.C. (American Kennel Club) C.G.C. certification was developed to assess a dog's good manners, socialization, and ability to be in public without being a nuisance or bother to others. In other words, if your dog can pass this test, you can confidently say you have a well mannered dog! With this goal in mind, we have put together the perfect combination of 4 classes (Basic Manners I, Basic Manners II, Beyond Basic Obedience, C.G.C. Prep) that will not only help your dog successfully pass the C.G.C. test but, most importantly, will help your dog become a valued, reliable member of your family. All 24 weeks of continuous training for only $349.00 (a $90 savings off individual class prices).

JUMP START! STAY & LEARN RESIDENTIAL TRAINING PROGRAMS - Everyone wants a well behaved dog, but unfortunately teaching your dog good manners and communicating your expectations to him or her is not always easy, especially when you have time constraints. Today's families are busy and have a lot on their plate. However don't let this lack of time and inability to attend regular training classes prevent you from having the well behaved, well mannered dog you want. For you busy families on the go, or those of you who have exhausted all efforts, we offer our brand new Jump Start! Stay & Learn Residential Training Program. Let us get you started off right! Your dog will stay with us at our campus for 2-3 weeks while we lay the foundation for optimum behavior. Utilizing ONLY positive, dog-friendly techniques, your dog will get the attention he/she needs while he learns new things, becomes better socialized, and masters basic on leash obedience behaviors. Additionally, because dogs are relationship-based animals, the most essential part of the program are the mandatory three private, one-on-one training sessions that will effectively show you how to establish and maintain a positive relationship with your dog based on mutual respect and leadership rather than fear.

If you're at your wit's end, don't fret, this program is for you. Both puppy and adult residential programs available.

For more information and pricing, please click here.

AGILITY & RALLY PRACTICE RUN THRUS

We will be holding an agility run thru, open to all levels on Sunday, March 16, 2008. The run thru will consist of nested beginner and advanced courses. Maximum course time for each run is 3 minutes.

Pre-registration and day of entries will be accepted.

Time: 1:30pm with first run starting at 2:00pm

Cost: $7 first run/$5 additional runs

We will be holding AKC rally obedience practice run thrus on Saturday, March 15, 2008 at 12:30pm. And Sunday, March 23 at 9:00am.

All levels of AKC rally competitors welcome: Novice, Advanced & Excellent

Cost per run $6/ 4 each additional run.

Click here for more information and a registration form.

GET THE PARTY STARTED!! - RESERVATIONS BEING TAKEN NOW FOR OUR NIGHT CARE SLUMBER PARTY CAGE FREE BOARDING

We believe your dog deserves the very best! That's why we offer the area's only cage-free boarding in our Night Care Slumber Party Program. Give your dog the un-kennel experience! Reservations being taken now for Spring Break, Memorial Day Weekend and Summer vacations.

Click here to read more about requirements and prices.