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WELCOME OUR NEW TRAINER

Best Friends Carmichael proudly welcomes Steve Forsty as our new obedience trainer.Steve has a diversified dog training background.He's worked with Guide Dogs for the blind, International Police Dogs,Canine behavior Center, and previously a contractor for Canine Companions for Independence.In the past twenty years thousands of people and their dogs have benefited from the instruction provided by custom Dog Training.

To schedule an appointment ,contact our professional, courteous staff at 916-487-5221. We'll be happy to answer questions and talk to you in more detail about our training programs and your training goals.

Tip Of The Week For Your "PICKY POOCH"

Is Fido a finicky eater? Get your best friends on the right track with these tips................

Start young. Whether your dog is a pup or an older rescue dog,decide on a feeding plan before you bring he or she home.Be consistent with feeding schedule.

Dont feed table scraps. These snacks may turn your dog off to dog food-and even cause health problems.Fatty food for instance,can cause pancreatitis,while chicken bones can splinter in the digestive tract.Also raisins,caffeine,choclate,and yeast dough can be fatal.

Keep dog food and people food seperate.Once they start thinking people food is dog food,they can get picky---and become pesky beggars,too.Make sure they eat out of only there bowls---never let them see food as coming from your plate or as something you're preparing.

Stick to a schedule. Feed your dog two to three meals at the same time very day.Use measurung cup to ensure eqaul portions.If you choose to incorporate a little bit of healthy people food,mix it into the kibble.Variety may be the spice of life for humans,but consistency is key for your canine. 

  

HAPPY EASTER !!!

COMING EVENTS

Join in with Best Friends and many others to support K9 CANCER WALK Saturday, April 24,2010 @ Elk Grove Regional Park, Elk Grove, California. To register or for additional information, visit http://www.k9cancerwalk.org/.

Canine Craze Dog Show. May 1, 2010 10:00-1:00pm @ Carmichael Park Vet Hall lawn.
Visit .carmichaeldogpark.com
  

Best Friends is Spotlighted at the NJ Super Pet Expo

At the New Jersey Super Pet Expo Danielle, the manager from our Windsor, NJ location was interviewed for the "How Cute is Your Pet" segment of The Cute Pet Gazette.   Check out her interview about Best Friends Pet Care.

Stella stays in the "Sweetheart Suite"

READY! SET ! GO !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Smokey, Kahlua and Tessie at the starting line during playgroup ! Let the race begin !!

Meet Our Trainers

Best Friends is offering a free 1 hour training class for dogs 5 months or older Sunday Febuary 28th @ 6:00 pm. This hour will give you a chance to meet with our trainers, ask questions and watch demonstrations performed by Matt and Heidi Green and there dog Wicked. Take advantage of the free 1 hour class and you will recieve a discount on additional classes for attending. Call Best Friends @ 916-487-5221 to sign up. Vaccines are required.

SPAY DAY

Sunday Febuary 28, the Sacramento Area Animal Coalition (SAAC) is presentingthe 11th annual Spay Day Sacramento,providing up to 1,000 spay/neuter surgeries for the families in need. Those families in Sacramento,Yolo and Placer Counties earning $35,000 a year or less are eligible. For information call 916-808-SPAY or visit http://carmichaeldogpark.com/.

CHANCE THE "SUPER STAR"

I was reading our community newspaper and I came across the cutest article about one of our frequent pet guest Chance Olsen.Chance is known as the "counter terrosist"they called him because he is continually checking out the kitchen counter for tidbits.Chance's mission in life is chasing squirells.If he hears the word "SQUIRELL"he will take off on an all out chase so his owners spell out the word.Chance hangs out at Starbucks,to have his favorite treat,their vanilla scones.He also likes to go to a local Mexican restaurant where he sits on the patio.Chance has 8 points toward being a champion show dog. Everyone at Best Friends is so proud of our Chance!!!        

                                                                               

JOEY AND SAM KIRKPATRICK

OSLO MORAN-BRIONS

PET FRIENDLY RESTAURANTS

With the summer months just around the corner we would like to to reccommend a couple of these terrific
"Pet friendly" restaurants located in Midtwon Sacramento.

"Crepeville" located on L st. Delicious crepes and sandwiches! Fantastic place for lunch after a walk in the park!

"Streets of London Pub" located on J st. Great place to grab drinks and famous for there "deep fried pickles"

SPAGHETTI FUNDRAISER!! YUM YUM

Pooch Park is presenting there annual spaghetti fundraiser January 30th 6:00-9:00 pm
Rusch Park banquet room 7801 Auburn Blvd Citrus Heights.
"Pooch Park""Annual Spaghetti Dinner"

Coping with Dry, Itchy Winter Skin

Is your pet scratching and licking more than usual? It could be winter itch caused by dry heated air in your home. Just as heated indoor air is harsh on your skin and hair, it makes your pet's skin dry and itchy and fills his coat with static.

You can make your pet more comfortable with a little extra attention to weekly home and professional grooming.  Best Friends grooming salon has a wide variety of services, from remoisturizing shampoos to fancy nail polish.  Call (916) 487-5221 today for an appointment.

Thanksgiving Boarding Special!

Give us a call at 916-487-5221 to make a reservation!

Thanksgiving Boarding Special!

Give us a call at 916-487-5221 to make a reservation!

Halloween Boarding Package Special!

Give us a call at 916-487-5221 to make a reservation!

Halloween is here!

Check out the pumpkin below...its been carved out with our logo! This great Jack-O-Latern was done by Brandy, the manager of our Houston, TX location!