Splish Splash, Add Hydrotherapy to your dog's Fitness Regimen
Night Care Slumber Party Program - Make Your Summer Reservations Now
Doggie Field Trip 101 - Join the Group!
At Pup 'N Iron we strive to bring the most innovative, effective and fun classes to our clients and customers and their dogs. In January we brought the area's first Doggie Aerobics and Doga classes, and in June we are proud to present Doggie Field Trip 101. Far too often, dogs grow accustomed to performing the skills they've learned at home and at class, but rarely get the opportunity to practice their skills in real life, practical situations. This unique group class will take participants out into the real world to practice and proof all the skills and behaviors the dogs have learned. We'll visit public places such as shopping centers, parks, dog-friendly stores and other heavily frequented areas. We might even have a meal together at a dog-friendly restaurant with outdoor seating! Each week we'll visit a different location. Your dog will get a chance to strut his stuff and show off his obedience and manners skills, while socializing with other dog-lovers and friends. Don't miss the opportunity to experience this one-of-a-kind class. Registration will be limited to 8 dogs, so register early!
Have you always wanted to try your dog at dog sports for fitness, fun or even competition? We've revamped our dog sports and agility program to include more levels of instruction from plain old fun to more serious handling and competition training. Our program is separated into 4 different levels:
Doggie Gym and Intro to Agility FUNdamentals - this is a beginner level class for those of you who would like to teach your dog the basic elements and foundation of not only agility, but all dog sports. Your dog will be introduced to the different agility jumps, tunnels, and table, as well as flyball jumps, relay racing, targeting, and left and right side working. Additionally, you'll learn the best way to keep your dog focused and motivated. Prerequisite: Beyond Basic Obedience or equivalent. All dogs should be dog and people friendly and able to work reliably off leash.
Agility 101 - For dogs that have been introduced to basic agility obstacles and foundation skills for dog sports. The focus is on developing obstacle confidence in a positive atmosphere. Weave poles, contact obstacles and basic handling skills are introduced. Pre-requisite: Doggie Gym - Introduction to Dog Sports
Agility Handling Skills Level 1 - This class is a continuation of Agility 101 with a concentration on contacts, weaves, obstacle sequencing, and further handling skills. Pre-requisite: Successful completion of Agility 101
Agility Handling Skills Level 2 - For dogs that have completed Handling Skills Level 1 and are ready for more advanced handling skills and obstacle sequencing. Pre-requisite: Successful completion of Handling Skills Level 1
Additionally, practice/problem solving classes covering specific areas will be offered monthly. In May and June, Just Teeters and Weaves, for dogs that have been fully introduced to those obstacles, will give those dogs and handlers an opportunity for concentration work and practice. In all our agility classes, guest instructors will periodically take center stage to offer a new perspective and their own personal flair. Also look for some great seminars and workshops on the hoirizon as well.
As you can see, NOW is the time to get hyped up about agility!! Don't wait, get your dog registered now!
Check our current class schedule for days/times and prices.
Doggie Summer Fit Camp Sessions
Kids already have their summer plans? Why not send your dog to camp this summer! Our Pup 'N Iron Doggie Day Care will be offering summer fit camp sessions for dogs that could benefit from some extra fitness and fun! When it's hot outside, dogs tend to slow down, but that opens the door to extra pounds packing on! Rather than let your dog succumb to those lazy days of summer, bring him to Pup 'N Iron for unlimited fun and fitness! Here your dog can enjoy a day of fitness and fun, playing and socializing with other dogs, taking a dip in our hydrotherapy pool, playing agility and flyball games, and even learning to walk on our Jog a Dog Treadmill!
Each session is 5 days, Mon. - Fri., from 7am - 5:00pm and costs $199.
Sample Camp Schedule:
7am - 9am - Off leash doggy play time
9am - 10am - Swim Session
10am - 11am - Agility Games
11am - 1pm - Quiet Time
1pm - 2pm - Afternoon Walk or Doggy Treadmill
2pm - 5pm - Off leash doggy play time
All dogs attending Fit Camp must be in good health, people and dog-friendly, and must pass our Doggie Day Care temperament evaluation. Camp sessions will begin Monday, June 22, and will run through August 30. You may register your dog for any week, Monday through Friday, within that time period.
Don't miss our Teacup Dog Agility Association Trials, June 13 & 14
This ain't your Border Collie's agility!
Join us for Virginia's very first Teacup Dog Agility Association agility trials! What is teacup agility? It's fast, it's fun, it's fresh, but most importantly it's for dogs that are 17" and under at the withers. We're talking toy breeds and smaller dogs that sometimes have difficulties on the standard size agility equipment. TDAA developed a competitive and safe venue for these mighty mites and little dynamos to compete on a level and much safer playing field. Come watch Yorkies, Maltese, Papillons, Chihuahuas, Shih Tzus, Pomeranians, and other small dogs show what they can do on an agility course. Watch Andrew and some of his friends perform some Teacup agility for FOX 5's Holly Morris at this year's Super Pet Expo.
Don't miss some Pup 'N Iron stars as well as dogs from all over the east coast have fun with APDT Rally Obedience. Rally is one of the greatest relationship building games ever created. It promotes lots of communication between dog and handler, positive interactions, and most importantly FUN, FUN, FUN! The trials will begin at 8am and continue through each afternoon. Come check it out!
Click here for premium, entry form or more information.
Dogs Need a Social Life Too - Check Out our Open Gym and Play Group Schedule
Bring your dog this spring for fun and positive socialization at our Open Gym and Doggie Playgroups! Attendance is by pre-registration only. All dogs must be either members of Pup 'N Iron or currently enrolled in our classes or doggie daycare.
Saturday, May 16
Small Dogs: 10:00am - 11:00am; Medium/Large Dogs: 11:00am - 12:00pm
Saturday, May 23
Small Dogs: 10:00am - 11:00pm; Medium/Large Dogs: 11:00am - 12:00pm
Sunday, May 24
Small Dogs: 12:00pm - 1:00pm; Medium/Large Dogs: 1:00pm - 2:00ppm
Saturday, May 30
Small Dogs: 10:00am - 11:00am; Medium/Large Dogs: 11:00am - 12:00pm
Click here to read all about our Open Gym and Playgroup rules and regulations.
Get Your Dog's Summer Pool Pass Now!
There's no better exercise than swimming. It involves every muscle in the body and can is one of the most effective calorie-burning and energy expending workouts there is. Simply put, it will get the job done in half the time of walking or running. Our hydrotherapy pool is not just for rehabilitation! It can greatly add to a dog's fitness and help with weight management. Furthermore, it's FUN!
This summer, Pup 'N Iron is offering summer pool passes to make it more economical for our customers to swim their dogs multiple times per week. In fact, these amazingly discounted passes will entitle your dog to unlimited 15 minute swim sessions all summer long, June 1 through August 31 for the incredible price of $399!!! Let's do the math. A regular 10 punch card for 15 minute swims is $180, or $18 a swim. If you swim your dog twice a week, the cost would be $36 a week. After 12 weeks, your cost would be $432. Our discount pass allows UNLIMITED swims all summer long for LESS than the price of two swim sessions per week!
If you haven't seen it, our pool is like no other in Virginia. We wanted to provide a pool that would not only be for recreation, but could provide the warm water therapy for rehabilitation and had the capabilities to provide a challenging fitness workout for canine athletes.
Vacation Plans? Make your Dog's Night Care/Slumber Party Reservation Now!
If you're making vacation plans and thinking of boarding your dog at a kennel, think again. Pup 'N Iron offers a unique, stress and worry-free, alternative for the pet parent who only wants the best for his or her dog: our Night Care Slumber Party Program. Dogs are creatures of habit and thrive on familiarity and predictability, which is why the kennel experience for many dogs is one that can lead to feelings of abandonment and uncertainty. Some dogs sink into depression, stop eating, and develop undesirable behaviors such as incessant barking, pacing, and anxiety. We feel your dogs deserve better, and that's why we developed our Night Care Slumber Party program as a compliment to our Day Care program. Dogs who regularly attend our daycare are comfortable and accustomed to the environment, other dogs, and our staff. When left in our care, whether it's one or two nights, or several weeks, the dogs are relaxed and at ease because they view daycare as a regular part of their lives and their "home away from home." Dogs really have a completely different sense of passing of time than we do. Rather than a calendar, they measure time by their normal, daily activities. In other words, as long as they remain in the same place and repeat the same activities, they don't worry about or calculate the length of time. So, when attending our Night Care, they will view it as just one long day care day! And they'll love every minute of it! It's truly a beautiful thing to see dogs running, playing and having just as wonderful a time as you're having on your vacation!
Click here to learn more about our exclusive Night Care Slumber Party Program
Pup 'N Iron™ Canine Fitness & Learning Center
21 Perchwood Drive Unit 111
Fredericksburg, VA 22405
540-659-7614 www.pupniron.com Email
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