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SHELBY WYATT
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Assistance Dogs of the West Since 1995, founder and Program Director Jill Felice’s Assistance Dogs of the West has been all about the service dog. And it’s not just ADW’s focus on placing the perfect pooch with veterans living with PTSD, those with mobility impairments or people with developmental disabilities. ADW also runs several training programs. One teaches people how to hone the service dog’s skills to a sharp point, then send that dog on to serve others. Another teaches you how to train your own service dog. 1590 San Mateo Lane, (505) 986-9748
A Matter of Manners Heads-up: owner/trainer Erica Beckwith is only offering virtual classes at present, but don’t let that deter you! The series, part of the delightfully titled “Homeschooled Hounds,” is designed to keep your canine pal engaged. Requirements: a solid internet hookup, a quiet spot, a device with camera and microphone, treats (duh), and a dog looking for a little excitement. 96 B Old Las Vegas Hwy. (505) 490-9328
No No Fifi Owner Shelley Bachicha comes to you with decades of experience in helping your dog through separation anxiety (we all know they hate it when we leave), car manners, how to be a well-behaved boss at the dog park and more. But before any of that, during your free initial consultation, Shelley gets into “The Basic Seven:” sit, stay, come, down, off, leave it and loose leash walking. (505) 795-6315
BEST PET CBD PRODUCT Fruit of the Earth Natural Health We don’t know about you, but there’s a very good chance that a bag of 5mg Peanut Butter Pumpkin Universal Biscuits (they’re gluten free, folks) from Fruit of the Earth might get eaten by the humans in our house before the dog or cat ever touch them. (It comes in a sweet potato
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sesame flavor, too.) We’ll pass on the Microbotanica for Furry Friends (300mg of CBD per bottle) but that stuff will have your cat or dog grooving and feeling right. 901 Early St., (505) 310-7917
Sacred Wellness This company has been in the cannabinoid manufacturing game for years and makes a yummy-looking 2mg CBD dog chew that’s certain to help out the hound with the achy hips or back. Sacred Wellness also sells a line of 1-ounce CBD tinctures in 125mg, 300mg and 600mg strengths. 1300 Rufina Circle, Ste. A1 (505) 551-0503
Hemp Apotheke Proprietor Gyana Basse discovered CBD after a car accident that left her in pain and her nervous system scrambled. It worked for her, and it’s worked for her many clients at Hemp Apotheke, some of whom are pets! Find tinctures and treats for your four-legged friends at the store on Rufina Circle. 1330 Rufina Circle (505) 231-7775
BEST PET DAYCARE Santa Fe Tails The sprawling, 18,000-square-foot facility at Santa Fe Tails means there’s plenty of room for your dog to get his or
her play on 'til nap time. Their philosophy is to create pet groups based on energy level, not size, which, honestly, sounds brilliant. But what if your dog isn’t the play-well-with-others type? No worries. This shop has a social program, with close monitoring and help to develop the skills needed to party with the rest of the pack. 2109 Warner Circle (505) 820-0731
Paws Plaza Come for the full acre of outdoor space, stay for the heated and air-conditioned indoor chill zone. Folks, there’s a climbing mountain and one of those agility courses that, should your dog happen to master it, could lead to the defeat of some fancy breed at Westminster. The crew at Paws Plaza will even loan your dog a jacket when it’s chilly out. 1416 4th St., (505) 820-7529
Barks & Bubbles Your dog can get the full works at Barks & Bubbles with a trained groomer: the trims, the washes, the brushes and maybe even a little gossip—if this particular dog is into that sort of thing, of course. This client appreciation is a reflection of quality pet care with over 40 years of combined experience. 1311 Calle Nava (505) 820-2275
Turquoise Tails Dog Grooming Mani-pedis. Toothbrushing. All the washing you could imagine. Even breedspecific haircuts! This shop has deepwashes, de-shedding and lighter-touch options for when your dog just needs a little something. 1624 Cerrillos Road, (505) 930-5909
Zoomies Dog Daycare and Resort No cages here—just a full range of play and relax options for everyone from overly rambunctious pups to lazy old hounds. You may have some strict rules at home about dogs on the furniture, but not so at Zoomies. There are couches, soft dog beds and even futons, perfect for a full-day nap or a place to take a break between good-spirited wrestling matches. 513A Camino De Los Marquez (505) 954-1473
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Zoomies Dog Daycare and Resort Pricing for prettying up your pooch at Zoomies is based on size, but the quality of the wash cares not for how big or small. Itchy ears during allergy season? Yeah, that gets taken care of here as well with an ear cleaning. Combine a few services off the menu and get a discount. 513A Camino De Los Marquez (505) 954-1473 CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE
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