Back to School for Puppy too!

Hi All!

We just want to let you know that we are truly happy with the way that training is going at Side Show. Trainer Trisha Dunphy is wonderful and best of all, is getting real, repeatable results.

We can help start your puppy out the right way with our Puppy Play and Learn A Lot class and keep her pursuing her canine scholarly career with our basic and more advanced classes.

Try out some training at The Pet Cabaret - you'll be glad you did!

To get the right start we recommend that you first do a "20/20 Look" with our trainer, Trisha Dunphy. The "20/20" consults are private 20 minute evaluation sessions for the tiny cost of $20.00. Trisha is also available for private sessions and home-based lessons.

 
"Puppy Play and Learn A Lot" (A Pre-School Level Class) - 4 weeks - $150
New classes beginning - ongoing  - Saturdays, 11:45 AM - 12:45 PM
This introductory class is all about your pup (to 6 months of age) and the information you need as a puppy parent. The sessions will emphasize socialization and new experiences in an appropriate atmosphere. You'll learn about reading your pup's body language along with such basic cues as sit, down, and to come when called. Other behaviors such as chewing and jumping will be addressed as will house training. A great time to bond with your pup and get your family involved! Classes do NOT have to be used consecutively.

"I'm a Big Dog Now" (Basic Obedience) (Level 1 class) - 7 weeks - $200
Thursdays, 6:30 - 7:30 PM, starting Sept.13
Saturdays, 10:30 - 11:30 AM, starting Sept.29
Wednesdays, 6:30 - 7:30 PM, starting Oct.3
Wednesdays, 7:30 - 8:30 PM, starting Oct.24

A secondary puppy class teaching further socialization and correct behavior to puppies. For older dogs too as a brush up course. Especially appropriate for "new to you" rescue dogs. Basic obedience will be emphasized in this course. We'll introduce focus and control. A definite building block class. For pups 6 months and older. This really is a great class for dogs of any age!

"I Used to be a Good Dog" (Revisiting Obedience) (Level 1 class) - 7 weeks - $200
Thursdays, 7:30 - 8:30 PM, starting Sept.13
Saturdays, 1:30 - 2:30 PM, starting Sept.15

Our most popular class, this is for the adolescent or older dog who just isn't  what s/he used to be, or maybe never quite was. Perhaps she's stopped listening to you or perhaps he gets back to you at some point when you call him. Focus, control, distractions, discipline, and fun will be emphasized in this class. Get your dog back on track with this fun and educational class.

"But Wait, There’s More"- Advanced Obedience (Level 2 class) - 6 weeks - $200
Saturdays, 1:30 - 2:30 PM, starting Oct.20

So you and your dog have completed a basic obedience class, now what? This class is a natural progression from your first basic obedience experience. In this class we’ll introduce distractions, mastering existing cues and learning new advanced cues. In other words we’ll make sure your dog will listen to you “in the real world”.This will be a fun and creative learning experience for you and your graduate dog!
Your dog must have completed either a Basic Obedience or a Refresher Obedience course at The Pet Cabaret or receive permission of the trainer to enroll.

Specialty Clinics

"Come Back Little Sheba" - Recall Clinic - 3 Sessions - $100
Sundays, 9 - 10 AM - Sept.16, 23, and 30

OK, so you're taking a walk on a lovely day and your dog is off leash. He goes out of sight and you call him to come back to you. You wait. You call him again. And wait. You call louder this time and the veins in your neck begin to bulge. The faint smell of skunk wafts in the air....you get the picture. Sign up for this 3-session clinic.Get poochie back next time and every time thereafter.
 

"Whoa, Big Fella!" - Leash Walking Clinic - 3 Sessions - 7:00 - 8:00 PM - $100
Sundays, 10 - 11 AM - Sept.16, 23, and 30
Does walking your dog cause you more pain than pleasure? Do you avoid walks because of the aggravation and embarrassment they cause? If your dog - small or large - is controlling walk time then sign up for this clinic.
Learn how to enjoy walking your pal again.
  

Puppy classes are 4 weeks in length and cost $150.00
Most classes are 6 weeks in length (except where noted) and cost $200.00
Clinics are 3 sessions and cost $100.00

Call The Pet Cabaret at 617-323-7387 to sign up for or

ask about any of these classes.

Graduate puppy Gatsby displaying his diploma.

New Training Classes at Side Show

New Training Classes at Side Show

Thanks kids for being so patient about our new training schedule at Side Show. We will be rolling out a new group of classes starting the week of Tuesday, January 31st, with more classes to follow. As always, we are terrifically interested in what you have to say so please feel free to tell us what you are looking for in the way of training and training seminars. We'll do our best to make you all happy. Here's what to expect from our initial group of classes: Tuesdays, 6:15 - 7:15 PM "Puppy Learn A Lot" Introductory puppy class for pups up to 6 months of age. Emphasizes socialization, new experiences, and new puppy skills. Tuesdays, 7:30 - 8:30 PM, "I'm a Big Dog Now"  A secondary puppy class teaching further socialization and correct behavior to puppies.Also for older dogs. Basic obedience will be emphasized in this course. We'll introduce focus and control. A definite building block class. Pups 6 months and older, older dogs, as we said as well. (Will include one class of "human only" orientation for a total class length of 7 weeks.) Wednesdays, 6:15 - 7:15 PM, "Puppy Learn A Lot - Small Puppy" Introductory puppy class for smaller pups up to 6 months of age. Emphasizing socialization, new experiences, and new puppy skills in a size appropriate atmosphere. Wednesdays, 7:30 - 8:30 PM, "Puppy Learn A Lot - Large Puppy" Introductory puppy class for larger pups up to 6 months in a size appropriate atmosphere. Note that this class is offered twice on Thursday evening. Thursdays, 6:15 - 7:15 PM, "I Used to be a Good Dog" For the adolescent or older dog who just isn't what s/he used to be. Maybe she's stopped listening to you or perhaps he gets back to you at some point when you call him. Focus, control, discipline, and fun will be emphasized in this class. (Will include one class of "human only" orientation for a total class length of 7 weeks.) Thursdays, 7:30 - 8:30 PM, "I Used to be a Good Dog" For the adolescent or older dog who just isn't what s/he used to be. Maybe she's stopped listening to you or perhaps he gets back to you at some point when you call him. Focus, control, discipline, and fun will be emphasized in this class. (Will include one class of "human only" orientation for a total class length of 7 weeks.) All classes will be 6 weeks in length and all will cost $200. Call The Pet Cabaret at 617-323-7387 to sign up for or ask about any of these classes. We'll be expanding our training and exercise options a great deal as we move into 2012. Keep an eye on us to as we begin to expand our offerings.

"Star of the Day" Adoptions at The Pet Cabaret

In our ongoing efforts to try and help some animals find forever homes, we are starting an adoption event at Side Show at The Pet Cabaret. It's called "Star of the Day" and at least initially, we'll be focusing some of our efforts on animals that have had a bit of a tough time finding a permanent placement. Often through no fault of their own, these pets find themselves homeless. Their own may have died or lost their home. Some owners decide that they "just don't have time" for their pets anymore. 

Such is the case with our first "Star of the Day", Cooper. After a rough start in Tennessee where he was found abandoned, starved, and full of fleas Cooper was adopted by a family in Boston. There he quickly bonded with the children and adults of the home. Up for anything, he loved to hang out with other dogs and go on hikes. He also loved to snuggle and sleep for hours on his bed. Sadly, this family that used to love him no longer feels that they have time for him.


Cooper is between 4-5 years old and weighs about 55 pounds. He is healthy, house trained, and knows basic obedience. He is friendly with adults, children of all ages, other dogs, and cats. He displays no food or toy aggression and is generally quiet unless a squirrel runs across his path. Overall his foster home considers Cooper a "low maintenance guy" and feels he would do well as a single dog in a home or with other dogs/cats. This is one really great dog that deserves another chance.

Our first "Star of the Day" event will be held this coming Saturday, October 29th, from 

1:00 pm to 2:45 pm. It will be held at Side Show at The Pet Cabaret,4404 Washington St., Roslindale, MA. Come and meet Cooper for yourself!

Training at Side Show

Trainer Dot Baisly is out of town this weekend for a little R and R so there will be

NO training classes at Side Show on Sunday, September 18. Dot will be back and the schedule will resume as normal the following week, Sunday, September 25. Keep practicing!

Also remember, a new Mastering Adolescence class begins on 

Sunday, October 2 so sign up now to get a hold on your pup’s, not always proper, 

teenage behavior.

Training Classes

In case you were wondering, all training classes will be happening as scheduled this 
Labor Day weekend at our training facility Side Show. 


All classes will be taught by trainer Dot Baisly at their regularly scheduled times 
on Sunday, September 4. 


See you then!

Have a safe and pleasant holiday.

Micro Chipping Clinic in October

We are going to be having a micro chipping clinic for cats and dogs on Saturday, October 1, 2011, from 10 am to 12 pm in Side Show at The Pet Cabaret.  Harbor Veterinary House Calls will be doing the chipping and $50 will be the cost. Pre-registration for this chipping clinic will be necessary so call the store to sign up.

Also in October, on Sat.22, from 12-2 pm, Dr Bruce Indek of Indek Chiropractic holds an animal chiropractic clinic.

The Pet Cabaret Voted Best Pet Supply Store in Boston 2011

Thanks kids for voting us the Best Pet Supply Store in Boston for 2011.

The voting took place at Boston City Voter and we thank you kindly for bestowing this honor upon us for the second year in a row.

We will do our best to keep working hard for you and your pets.

Thanks again!

Nail Trimming returns to The Pet Cabaret and Side Show!

Nail Trimming returns to The Pet Cabaret and Side Show! 

Dot Baisly, our trainer, is also a vet tech and will be doing cat,dog,and small animal nail trims on Saturdays from 11 am to 1 pm.

Cats can come in for their pedicures between 11 am and 12 pm.
Dogs will have their chance between 12 pm and 1 pm.


Small animals are also welcome.


Trims will begin on Sat,July 9th. 

All trims cost $15.00. Nail grinds available as well for additional charge.

Call the store for an appointment!

Getting to know you, getting to know all about you....

Got a question about your cat or dog's "unusual" or seemingly uncorrectable behavior? 


Why not try a consultation with dog and cat (really!) trainer Dot Baisly? 


Dot is at The Pet Cabaret's Side Show every Friday afternoon from 4 to 6 pm. Side Show is The Pet Cabaret's new pet exercise and wellness annex. Dot is "in the house" to help you with training issues and to help your pet with an exercise program. She's also booking appointments on the spiffy doggie treadmills that are in Side Show. 


Call the store at 617-323-7387 to book some time with Dot.

Letting you know

Pet Portrait Day, Saturday, June 11, 2011, 12 - 5 pm

One of ever popular pet portrait photo days with photographer Carol Lundeen.
Carol is a wonderful photographer, gentle and easy to work with and skilled at getting the best moments from even the most "active" pets. Please call the store to book a spot.

Homeopathy with Barbara Gard, Starting Tuesday, June 22, 2011

Classical homeopathist Barbara Gard will be starting to see pets at Side Show.
Barbara will be in one day a month, on a Tuesday to see clients in the Boston area. Homeopathy is a gentle and effective method for dealing with all manners of physical and emotional problems in humans and pets. Please call the store to book a time with Barbara.

Open House Reminder

Remember darlings...Open House at Side Show at The Pet Cabaret...Sunday, March 13th, 3 pm to 6 pm...food, demos, fun stuff, all kinds of stuff in fact. Please leave pets at home that day since they'll be lots of chaos going on what with the opening and all. Thanks!

The Pet Cabaret Online Store Opens

Since opening our doors nearly eight years ago, we have been deeply fortunate to have a hugely talented and creative designer, artist, and animator working with us. He has created all the graphics for The Pet Cabaret and created and voiced our television commercials. 
His name is Bob Quinn and we love him to death.


Now, he's created a number of cool designs for us and we've made them available to you at Cafe Press. T-Shirts, mugs, sweatshirts, dog clothes and more are emblazoned with Bob's handiwork which is beautifully executed and funny to boot.


Please head over to our Cafe Press store when you have a minute and see what a Hammy/Sammy shirt can do for your life. 

Animal Massage Lecture at Side Show

We want to let you know that Jody Garland, a certified small animal massage therapist, will be doing a freeclecture on Sunday, January 23rd at 1:00PM.   

 

First let us tell you that a "small animal" in the world of animal massage is really just about anything smaller than a horse. Cats, birds, lizards, small dogs, large dogs can all benefit greatly from massage. Massage can boost the immune system, increase mobility, offer support to joints, and reduce the effects of anxiety and stress.

 

Jody will be explaining the benefits and uses of animal massage and answering any questions you may have about it.

Jody will also be booking animal massage sessions in our new space, Side Show.  

 

We will be offering a $5.00 off coupon for those booking their first massage with Jody at Side Show.

 

This will be an enjoyable and informative lecture. Please call or come by the store to sign up for it.

Developments at Side Show

Some of you have noticed our new space at the store; we're calling it "Side Show". 

Many of you have asked,

"Hey, what are you doing next door?"

Well, we're looking for that space to be a place where humans and pets can learn things. We'd love to introduce humans to different types of gentle, alternative pet care. 

We'd like to introduce dogs to the pleasure of a jog on the treadmill and a massage. 

We'd like for both people and pets to see the benefits of good nutrition.

We'd like the space to become a place where adoptable pets can be matched with a new home.

We'd like the space to develop into a place where people can explore different topics in a variety of ways.

Forgive us if this sounds a little vague right now, but give us a bit of time to make things come together, we think you might like the results.