Collins Canine Newsletter
February 2007

Hello canine owners!  We wanted to share with you our new classes and seminar, our educational training articles,  and news that might be of interest to you as a dog owner. We know you will find these to be useful! - Lisa

Upcoming Classes

New classes!

Looking for something to do now that you've been through basic obedience? Collins Canine is now offering Advanced Training! This class is only offered once a year so register now if you are interested! Click here for more info!

In addition - know anyone with a new puppy? We are now hosting FREE Puppy Parties! Check out our Group Class page for more details!

New! Need group classes AND private training? Collins Canine now gives a discount if you purchase a group class and two or more private sessions. Contact us for more info!

Puppy Kindergarten – Play and learning for dogs under six months. Click here for more!

Urban Obedience for Adult Dogs – How to make your dog over six months streetwise. Click here for more!

In The News

Good dog!
BY CAROLINA PROCTER
Post-Tribune
Published December 28, 2006
Pet named Hero saves mom, boy from house fire
Read more

Hound was dog gone, now he's hair today
Published January 17, 2007
About a year after being banned, a sad-eyed basset hound named Franklin is back at his spot on a sofa greeting customers inside Matt's Barber Shop.
Read more

Training Advice Articles

One Way to Stop Pulling on Leash
Question: I see all these different training collars on dogs all over the city. What is your opinion on them and which one is the best for me?
Click here for the answer!

Upcoming Events

IKC Dog Show
It's that time of year again! The biggest dog show in Chicago is right around the corner! The IKC Dog Show will be at McCormick Place on February 23-26. There will be tons of adorable dog stuff, lots of dogs and you may even see Lisa or Erik wandering around! To find out more check out www.ikcdogshow.com

Wine & Howl
Animal Care and Control is sponsoring Wine & Howl on February 1st from 5:30 to 8:00pm. This event will be hosted by Artisan Cellar Wine Shop in the Merchandise Mart. The cost is $35 in advance and $40 at the door. To register or find out more call (312) 224-1116

Tell the world about your dog trainer!

Did you have a hard time figuring out what dog trainer to go to? Do you wish that someone you trust could have told you about Collins Canine so you could have started enjoying training your dog long ago? Let your vet, groomer, breeder or rescue group know so they can pass on the information! Simply drop them a note or check back here for a downloadable form to print out and send yourself!

Looking for other places to help people find out more about Collins Canine? Here are some other web sites that people use to find our services:
Craig's List
Angie's List
Yelp.com