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CELEBRATE our Opening in Mid-November
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Hi, I'm JJ,
one of the founders of Family Dog Central. I'm here to share info with
you, from a dog's point of view.
Don't
end up LOST and unable to make it home - tell your
owners to put a collar (with ID tags!) on you at all times - this will
ensure
that if you ever get loose, someone will be able to return you home
safely. Also - a microchip is another way to help
those humans get you home safely, but make sure to tell them to
register your
number and keep the contact info up-to-date.
Dog ID Tags - tell your owners
to go online
(humanebroward.com) and order them or they can find the machines to
make them
at Petco, PetsMart or Pet Supermarket stores.
Is your owner giving you WAY
too much junk food and making
you fat? Well, my bro and I LOVE to
snack on carrot chips and apples slices!
Put it on the list for next Publix trip!
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Unique Holiday Ideas
●
Familyfun.com - loads of
family fun dog projects - make your
own dog bone frame, homemade dog biscuits & more!
● This year why not get a family photo WITH your family
dog, check out local paper for listings on when & where to go
● Check out familylabels.com - very
unique & personal
return address labels that you customize for each member of the family
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| Dear Dog Lover,
We are
working around the clock to bring Family Dog Central to Deerfield Beach
and can't wait to meet you and your dog very soon! Please stay tuned
for our official dog daycare and overnight stay facility grand opening coming in November. |
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Who's Watching Your Dog?
How
to Select a "Top Notch" Dog Daycare Facility
Before selecting a facility, schedule a tour of the facility. After the
tour and discussions with the staff, you should feel a sense of
confidence that your dog will be provided the best possible care in a
safe and secure environment.
The Facility
Overall - does the facility appear clean? Is the facility climate
controlled? What are the safety/emergency procedures? Will someone be
there 24/7 with your dog? Where does my dog sleep? What is a "typical"
day for your dog (keep in mind, dog daycare can be very different
depending on the facility you select). How are dogs assigned to play
groups? How much play time does he/she receive? What about naptime? How
much time does your dog spend in a crate, run?
The
Application/Interview Process
To ensure the safety of everyone (staff and dogs!) the facility should
have an application/interview (temperament testing) process to ensure
the daycare environment will be beneficial for your dog. Keep in mind,
dog daycare will not be the best option for all dogs. The facility
should ask for proof of your dog's current vaccinations including
distemper, parvo, rabies and bordetella.
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It's a Dog's Life for Joanna Goriss and Family Dog Central
By Maggie Gunther, Certified
Business Analyst
(reprinted from FAU's
SBDC October 2007 Newsletter)
Leaving
a 20-year career in corporate accounting, Joanna Goriss is going to the
dogs. Rather, the dogs are coming to her.
Family Dog Central, Inc., a doggie day care center, will open its doors
in
October 2007 as a result of four years of research, planning and the
quest for the perfect location. Joanna got the idea to start the
business in September of 2003, when the canine camp where she and her
husband Jeff had been taking their two Labrador Retrievers closed.
"I
loved the structured environment. JJ and Logan had time to play, eat
and mingle with other dogs. Then, all of a sudden, we didn't have a
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Keep your Dog Safe & Happy this Holiday Season
By Joanna Goriss,
Top Dog
Busy holiday schedules,
steady streams of strangers entering
the house and even changes to your home such as rearranging furniture
to put
the tree up can stress out a dog. Limit
stress by maintaining your dog's regular exercise and feeding schedule.
Remember, a tired dog is a good dog.
Exercise your dog prior to the guests
arriving. When possible, confine your
dog in a crate or a safe room when visitors come and go. Provide
your dog
with a new toy or treat as a distraction.
You can even bring your dog to Family
Dog Central while you entertain! Here are a few more important tips:
Holiday Decorations
-Anchor the Christmas tree - this will keep your dog from
toppling it
-Cover the water from the base of the tree - this can harbor
dangerous bacteria & chemicals
-Keep pine needles cleaned up - needles can cause intestinal
problems
-Keep breakable ornaments away from the bottom of the tree - to
prevent "the tail" from knocking them down
-Skip the tinsel - dogs that eat tinsel can get serious
intestinal problems
-Keep toxic plants and candles far from the dog's reach - to
name a few: Christmas cactus,
holly, lilies, mistletoe, poinsettia, hemlock
& ivy
People Food
-Holiday "people" food is NOT good for
your dog: fatty meat, garlic, onion, nuts, chocolate, cookies and cakes
can
harm dogs - problems can range from vomiting/diarrhea to pancreatitis
-Cooked turkey or chicken bones are very dangerous to your
dog - stick to compressed rawhides or other bones specifically designed
for
dogs to chew
Dogs should not be
surprise "holiday gifts"
Please do not give dogs as a surprise gift - this is a VERY
bad idea for many reasons. Sometimes the
person getting the surprise might not want to commit to giving the dog
a
forever home (or maybe the breed you select is not the "best" fit for
the
person's lifestyle). Many "holiday
gifts" end up at Animal Care desperately seeking a permanent home.
Instead of giving the dog as a gift,
consider
giving a leash, collar, breed specific book or even a gift certificate
for
training. This way, after the holidays
the person can spend time researching a particular breed and ensure
that
they are getting the most suitable dog for them.
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SAVE
$15 NOW!!
Register your dog online today
and save $15!
Family Dog Central will waive the application fee for any dog who
completes our application online.
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