Downeast Dog News May 2011 Issue : Page 8
DDN Reader’s Poll Winners Best Maine Trainer Sumac-Grant, Wag It! and or competing with dogs in a variety of activities for over 35 years. It is her goal to help dog owners build the behaviors that make their dogs a joy to own and eager teammates. Training should be joyful, fun, and rewarding for both dog and owner. Sumac is the first fully approved APDT Rally Obedience Judge in New England. She is a Certified Agility Instructor, AKC Canine Good Citizen, Therapy dog and Service dog tester. Sumac is currently enjoying training and playing with her two Border Collies, Phoebe and Sparrow, and Golden Retriever, Lily. Best Maine-Made Pet Product Barkwheats, founded in 2007, makes grain-free treats using the nutrient-rich berry, buckwheat. Started as a way to alleviate anxiety in the owners’ dog, their treats are now found in over 300 stores around the country and are growing every month. By supporting organic agriculture, they aim to provide dogs with wholesome, nutritious snacks that “parents” don’t have to worry about. Without any common allergens, Barkwheats are safe for dogs with wheat and other intolerances. Barkwheats Sumac is owner of Wag It Training Center in Lincolnville and Founder of Wag It Games. She has been training Best Maine Pet Store The Loyal Biscuit Co. specializes in healthy, all-natural foods and treats for cats and dogs. We have a great selection of collars, leashes, toys, beds, bowls, and more. Try our Self-Serve Dog Wash—everything is provided, just bring the dog! Friendly dogs on leads are welcome in the store. You can find us online at www.loyalbiscuit.com. Best Maine Rescue or Shelter Harvest Hills Animal Shelter is a non-profit organization which contracts with nineteen towns in Western Maine to accept neglected, stray and abandoned cats and dogs. Since opening its doors in 1992, Harvest Hills has found loving homes for approximately 17,000 dogs and cats. We also consider it an important part of our mission to educate the community, adults, and children about the responsibilities of pet ownership and the benefits of adopting a Harvest Hills animal. Loyal Biscuit Harvest Hills Animal Shelter GROOVY TUESDAYS CAT SPAYS $95 CAT NEUTERS $55 Includes FVRCP and RABIES VACCINES Call us for details. (207) 839-7456 Tender Touch Veterinary Hospital 336 Gorham Road, Scarborough, ME 04074 www.tendertouchvet.net VACCINATION CLINICS Tender Touch Veterinary Hospital & Home Care 336 Gorham Road, Scarborough, ME 04074 (207) 839-7456 WE ARE A FULL SERVICE HOSPITAL OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Last Sunday of Every Month from 8am-11am Don’t just go to a clinic -HAVE A VET!  Downeast Dog News
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