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PAWSitive Steps Newsletter -  May 2011

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In This Issue
Congratulations Rusty and Jesse - Tennessee Highway Patrol
Class Information - A Summer of Fun
Herald Citizen "Best of the Best" Contest
Hello!!!

Here we go!! This is our second attempt at a newsletter, and please know that your questions, critiques, testimonials and comments are very welcome. We are very excited at the recent ability to offer different classes as well as our increase in dog sales to police departments. 2011 has started out great for ThunderHawk Canine. We hope that it continues and sincerely appreciate everyone being along for the ride and helping us get our Paws off the Ground. 
 
Also - ThunderHawk Canine has a whole new look online. Please visit our new website www.ThunderHawkCanine.com and see all of the changes. While on line, come find us at ThunderHawk's Facebook Page and like the page!  We are actively uploading content about animals in our care, upcoming classes, new accomplishments and other topics. Its a great way to stay current on your pet while its in our care, or any of your pet care needs!!
 
Matt Faccinto & Christie Meyer  

Congratulations Rusty and Jesse - Tennessee Highway Patrol   

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ThunderHawk Canine is so very pleased to have demoed and sold a few green dogs to Tennessee Highway Patrol. David Frost, head of the K9 division, is an extremely well respected trainer in the Police K9 world. We are so excited that he saw the desire, ability and potential of dogs from our kennel. We sold Jesse who was bred, raised and trained by ThunderHawk Canine. She is a Vita/Titan, FR3 daughter. We also sold Rusty, who was here for Police K9 training under consignment with Asheley Winters of Vrijheid Dutch Shepherds (Borius IPO3/ Bessy VPG1). Both are great dogs! We are looking forward to continued great relations with Tennessee Highway Patrol. 

Class Information - June Classes starting soon!!

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Looking to have some fun with your dog this summer?

Well join us in June for our new grouping of classes! 

 

"Basic Obedience"

If your dog only goes through one obedience class in its life, make it this one. In Basic Obedience we cover the skills of sit, sit-stay, down, down-stay and loose lease walking. Also covered are fundamental skills required for basic canine-human interaction including appropriate greetings and leave it.

Dates: (6-weeks) Tuesday, June 7-July 12

Time: 6:30-7:30pm     Cost: $80/6weeks

 

"The Nose Knows"

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to teach your dog to search for, and find things like a professional drug dog?  Well now, you can find out!  This class will teach you how to teach your dog to find lost items (your keys? The remote?) using the same proven techniques that the instructor(s) use to train Police K9s.

Dates: (4-weeks) Tuesday, June 7-June 28

Time: 6:30-7:30pm     Cost: $62/4weeks

 

"Trick Training"

Ok so Fido can sit, down, and stay...Bu that is not very much fun and certainly not entertaining to show off to your friends.  Trick Training focuses non-teaching you and your dog the "how to" for learning any behavior.  Various behaviors will be taught in class including "Place, "Touch" "Bow" and many more.  Bring your suggestions as well!

Dates:  (6-weeks) Wednesday-June 8-July 13

Time:  8:30-9:30am     Cost: $80/6weeks

 

"Tracking"

Dogs have a tediously accurate sense of smell!! Many will naturally track wildlife or family members.  Why not teach them how to use that ability in a structured way?  Tracking is a wonderful way to build your dog's confidence, independence and provide mental stimulation.  This class will meet out doors, so dress appropriately for the weather.

Dates: (6 weeks) Wednesday-June 8-July 13

Time: 8:30-9:30am.     Cost: $80/6weeks

 

To enroll in Obedience Classes, Nose work, Trick Training or Tracking contact Cookeville Leisure Services at 931 520-5286. For more information on Agility Training, contact Christie at 931 858-7091 or Christie@ThunderHawkCanine.com.

ThunderHawk Canine - The Best of the Best??

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The Herald Citizen Newspaper is running a survey to find the Cumberland Region's Best of the Best!! Of course we love to think that our boarding facility is just a home away from home for your pets. We would greatly appreciate it if you let the world know if you feel that way too. The survey is only located in daily printed papers, available for purchase throughout the Upper Cumberland area. There is only one ballot per paper, and photocopies will not be counted. But you CAN vote as often as you want!!!

 

So please remember ThunderHawk Canine when voting for the best of the best in Middle Tennessee!!  (PS - There is no listing for favorite dog training, so we are encouraging a write in campaign!!) 

April Showers Bring May Flowers.....and Muddy Pups in June? 

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Maddie

Christie Meyer, of ThunderHawk Canine, started the Putnam County 4H Dog Project ("Proud Paws") with Extension Agent Melissa Henry in January of 2009. Since that time we have created a family of dedicated 4th-12th graders and their canine companions who actively train in various disciplines. The project is invaluable.

 

On Saturday, June 18, 2011 the 4Hers will be jumping in the tub to bath YOUR dogs! In this first attempt at a future annual fundraiser, dog baths will be available from 10:00am to 4:00pm at Southern Paws - 759 South Jefferson, Cookeville, TN. 

 

Annie

Baths will be given on a first come, first served basis. A minimum of a $10 donation will be charged for the bath, or $15 for a bath and toe nail trim (baths will be handled by students, toe nails will be trimmed by an experienced professional). All of the raised funds will go directly to the Proud Paws.

 

Bathing space and supplies are being generously donated by Southern Paws Pet Grooming, The Paw Spa Mobile Grooming and All Doggie Doos and Catz too. Thank you to our amazing sponsors!! 

 

 Contact Information

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phone: 931 858-7091      Training@ThunderHawkCanine.com

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