MS Walk on May 8th

This not-to-be-missed local pledge walk takes place in Glenwood Canyon on May 8th. Starting point is No Name Rest Area, exit 119 off I-70. The 5 mile loop begins at 9 a.m. (check-in is at 8), goes to Grizzly Creek and returns. You can take your dog on this walk! High Tails will be at the starting point with complimentary poop bags. At Grizzly Creek, we’ll have a table with water, beef and chicken flavored ice and treats for dogs. To register for the walk on the net, go to: www.fightmscolorado.org; fax a registration form to 303-831-0070; or phone: 1-800-FIGHT MS (press 1)

Training

“Walkin’ the Dog”

A 3-session class to teach your dog to walk nicely on a leash, without pulling or lunging, despite distractions.

Starts: Wed. May 5, Fri. May 7, and Wed. May 19. Fee: $60. Taught by Laura Van Dyne.

New Puppy and Dog Basic Obedience courses, starting May 25, taught by Sue Schmidt.

Puppy class is for pups 3 to 6 months of age. Proof of vaccination is required. You’ll learn the clicker method, which produces amazingly quick, joyful learning – the right foundation for your lifetime relationship with your dog.

Class meets Tuesday evenings from 7 to 8 p.m., for 6 weeks. Call or stop by High Tails to enroll – soon, because attendance is limited! You and your puppy will get lots of individual attention! To the first class, bring your vaccination certificate, a plain, flat collar, 6 foot leash, and a supply of whatever is your puppy’s absolute favorite treat! We suggest hot dogs, cut into tiny (1/4 to 1/8 inch) cubes. Don’t feed the puppy for at least 3 hours prior to class – you’ll adjust the volume of his daily ration to allow for the liberal use of treats. Give him a chance to potty before arriving. We’ll issue the clicker on the first night. Fee: $75

Dog class is for dogs 6 months and older. There’s no upper limit! Great for newly adopted dogs, older dogs who need a refresher, or just because it’s fun. You’ll need a flat collar, a six foot leash, and a supply of treats – we suggest hot dogs, cut into ¼ to 1/8 inch cubes, or tiny bits of his very favorite treat. We’ll supply the clicker the first night. Proof of vaccination currency is required the first night. Fee: $75.

Tuesdays with Alecia Evans. From 10:30 to 1:30 every Tuesday, Alecia offers consultations at High Tails on nutrition, intuitive communication, massage and other aspects of canine wellness. For rates or to schedule an appointment during this period, call High Tails at 947-0014.

May Day for Mutts. Colorado Animal Rescue (CARE) annual benefit and festival will be held at High Tails this year on Saturday, May 22, from 10 to 4. It will consist of an adoptathon, featuring dogs from several area shelters, birds from the Gabriel Foundation, Big Buddy Horse Rescue. Booths and tables will provide a whole day’s entertainment for pet lovers of all ages. Some of the attractions:

• Dress- and make-up your dog with Nancy from the Shaggy Dog. Decorate your dog and then participate in the fashion parade!
• Learn about acupuncture, nutrition, Chinese and herbal medicine from Cindy Wallis, the Natural Vet.
• Find out how smart your dog is with the doggy IQ test!
• Kids, learn how to be safe around strange dogs and cats! Play our game!
• See the federal ranger dog in action, performing evidence searches!
• Find out what it takes to get your dog certified to be a therapy dog! Roaring Fork Heeling Partners will demonstrate the certification test and answer questions about how your dog can become a therapy dog.
• See a demonstration of the dog sports of agility and flyball.
• Get your dog microchipped – the only permanent, non-removable form of identification. Safeguard your pet for life, for only $25 – and it all benefits CARE!
• Enjoy great food and drink – both human and canine tastes liberally indulged.