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                                                                  • #1 Pet Partners Handler Course
                                                                    • #2 Skills & Aptitude Test
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                                                                                                              • NOT JUST DOGS! ... Therapy Cats, Rabbits, Birds etc. & "Very Small Dogs"!
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                                                                                                                  • SANTA PAWS PET PORTRAITS! ... & ... Light Up A Paw Print Memorial Tree
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                                                                                                                                          GREAT LINKS ~ FAR & NEAR

                                                                                                                                          Recommended Local Dog Trainers 

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                                                                                                                                          No matter what your goals or expectations for your dog are we highly recommend Positive Reinforcement Dog Training for many reasons.  
                                                                                                                                          Please click here to see our Recommended Dog Trainers Page.  

                                                                                                                                          American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior www.avsabonline.org

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                                                                                                                                          The American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior (AVSAB) is a group of veterinarians and research professionals who share an interest in understanding behavior in animals. Founded in 1976, AVSAB is committed to improving the quality of life of all animals and strengthening the bond between animals and their owners.  See their web site - their position statements in particular - for a wealth of information! 

                                                                                                                                          Delta Society

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                                                                                                                                          STATE OF THE ART resource for 
                                                                                                                                          Therapy & Service Animals
                                                                                                                                          875 124th Ave. NE #101
                                                                                                                                          Bellevue, WA  98005
                                                                                                                                          425.679.5500
                                                                                                                                          www.DeltaSociety.org

                                                                                                                                          Reading Education Assistance Dogs

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                                                                                                                                          STATE OF THE ART resource for Therapy Animals in School & Library programs
                                                                                                                                          Intermountain Therapy Animals
                                                                                                                                          P.O. Box 17201 / 4050 South 2700 East
                                                                                                                                          Salt Lake City Utah  84117
                                                                                                                                          801.272.3439
                                                                                                                                          www.therapyanimals.org/R.E.A.D.html

                                                                                                                                          Puppy Prodigies 

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                                                                                                                                          STATE OF THE ART 
                                                                                                                                          Puppy Training
                                                                                                                                          San Diego County
                                                                                                                                          707.228.0679
                                                                                                                                          www.puppyprodigies.org
                                                                                                                                          Building the foundation for future teamwork!  
                                                                                                                                          Because  learning begins the moment a puppy is born!

                                                                                                                                          Patricia McConnell, Ph.D.

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                                                                                                                                          STATE OF THE ART TRAINING TIPS
                                                                                                                                          1039 Mills Street, P.O. Box 447
                                                                                                                                          Black Earth, WI 53515
                                                                                                                                          608-767-2435
                                                                                                                                          info@patriciamcconnell.com

                                                                                                                                          www.patriciamcconnell.com
                                                                                                                                          Patricia McConnell, Ph.D., a Certified Applied Animal Behaviorist, (CAAB) has made a lifelong commitment to improving the relationship between people and animals. She is known worldwide as an expert on canine and feline behavior and dog training, and for her engaging and knowledgeable dog training books, DVDs and seminars.

                                                                                                                                          DOG PLAY Activities for Dogs

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                                                                                                                                          People who play with their dog, 
                                                                                                                                          stay with their dog!
                                                                                                                                          Wonderful comprehensive resource for all things dog! 
                                                                                                                                          www.dogplay.com 

                                                                                                                                          Diamonds in the Ruff

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                                                                                                                                          Fabulous Training & Behavior Tips under their "Behavior FAQs" tab
                                                                                                                                          www.diamondsintheruff.com

                                                                                                                                          Local Businesses

                                                                                                                                          Bath & Biscuits 

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                                                                                                                                          1616 Columbus Rd., Granville, OH 43055
                                                                                                                                          587.0011  www.mybathandbiscuits.com

                                                                                                                                          Bath & Biscuits turns a routine chore into a fun experience for you and your furry friend! Self-service wash, a la carte grooming options, eco-friendly toys & treats, natural pet care and pet food.  At Bath & Biscuits it’s just good, clean fun!

                                                                                                                                          Rachel Lauren Photography

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                                                                                                                                          rachellaurenphotography@gmail.com
                                                                                                                                          740.334.DOG1 (3641)
                                                                                                                                          http://www.rachellaurenphotography.com
                                                                                                                                          Combining her passions and skill as a fine art photographer, and a love for dogs; Rachel's images easily stand on their own.  Always a creative and artistic individual, photography was introduced at the age of 13. It only made sense that her first subjects were animals, and soon a hobby became part of her identity.  

                                                                                                                                          Dr. Laurinda Morris, DVM

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                                                                                                                                          1764 Columbus Rd., Granville, OH  43023
                                                                                                                                          740.587.2229


                                                                                                                                          www.theanimalcarecenteratgranville.com

                                                                                                                                          Dr. Jill Hayes, DVM

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                                                                                                                                          STATE OF THE ART
                                                                                                                                          In-home Euthanasia Service
                                                                                                                                          614.264.2299
                                                                                                                                          closureathome@me.com


                                                                                                                                          http://web.me.com/closureathome/Closure/Home.html
                                                                                                                                          It is Dr. Hayes' belief that euthanasia is the ultimate act of courage and devotion by a person who loves an animal so she formed Closure in 2009 in response to a need for people who love pets to be able to take control of how, when, where, and with whom they will say good bye to their pets.  Angel Paws Founder/Director was fortunate enough to find Dr. Hayes when it was time to say good-by to Samantha, Angel Paws' Founding Therapy Dog, and simply can not find the words to describe the extraordinary service Dr. Hayes provides from first communication on.    

                                                                                                                                           
                                                                                                                                           
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