Week of September 15 – September 21, 2017
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APF Partners with Country Acres Farm & Pet Center for Second Canine Academy Location in Burnt Hills SARATOGA COUNTY — The Animal Protective Foundation, a notfor-profit humane society providing services to Schenectady County and the greater Capital Region, is partnering with Country Acres Farm & Pet Center in Burnt Hills for a second location for the APF’s popular Canine Academy Program. The partnership will allow APF to better serve the community’s need for dog training classes. “We are thrilled to expand our Canine Academy Program to a second location, and appreciative to Country Acres for partnering with us to support the dog-owning community,” said Deb Balliet, APF Executive Director. “Behavioral problems are one of the biggest reasons why people give up their dog to a shelter, so APF offers a variety of classes to address
this issue. Adding a second location will allow APF to help even more people in the community keep their dog in a supportive, loving home.” Country Acres Farm & Pet Center has a climate-controlled 2,400-square-foot indoor play area and 2,000-square-foot fenced outdoor area that are used for the store’s Doggie Day Care program. When these facilities are not in use, APF will utilize the space to offer the dog training classes. “We are excited for APF to offer dog training classes here,” said Terry Breen, owner of Country Acres Farm & Pet Center. “We have a large space available, and we are happy to extend this service to our customers and pet owners across the region.” The full range of classes offered year-round, and now in
two locations, through the APF Canine Academy Program includes: • Agili-O • Basic Manners 101 • Basic Manners 102 • Canine Good Citizen Certification • Get in the Zone • Nosey Dogs • Puppy Basics • Therapy Dog International Certification • Tricks & Games • Walking Workshop Classes range from four to seven weeks in duration, and cost $100 - $150. Half of the cost per enrollee goes The APF Canine Academy Program offers an array of classes designed to help dog owners
Wonderland Grooming Salon and Self-Serve Spa Now Open SARATOGA SPRINGS — Wonderland Grooming Salon and Self-Serve Spa offers a patient and caring approach to all dogs during their stay; friendly customer service; expert dog styling; and premium nature-based products for the highest quality styling finish. Not only does Wonderland Grooming offer full-service all breed dog grooming, they also offer several different spa treatments for your four-legged loved
one, from cleansing facial and foot treatments, to clay mask and essential oil deep skin therapies for damaged skin. Do you just want a clean dog but don’t want to deal with the mess at your home? Wonderland Grooming Salon and Self-Serve Spa is Saratoga Springs’ only pet salon with self-serve bathing stations, which can accommodate the smallest of teacups to the largest of the giant breeds.
At Wonderland Grooming, we understand that puppies, senior dogs, and dogs who have had previous negative grooming experiences may need extra time and care. We aim to change your dog’s outlook toward grooming to a positive one. Wonderland Grooming is located at 9 Hampstead Place, Suite 101, Saratoga Springs. For more information https://www.wonderlandgrooming.com/ or 518 450-1013
develop well-mannered family pets and good canine citizens. The classes teach important socialization skills with both people and dogs. The classes are in highdemand and frequently sell out. Basic Manners 101 and Get In The Zone will be the first programs launched at Country Acres. These classes will be taught by Kathy Snowden and Sheila Leguire, who possess certifications through Animal
Behavior College and the American Kennel Club. Registration for the six-week sessions that begin October 5 at Country Acres is now open. Pre-registration is required for all Canine Academy classes and is handled by APF. For more information on class schedules and to register, visit http://www.animalprotective. org/dev/canine-academy/ or call the APF at 374-3944 x111.