Welcome to the
Woof Waggin' Board & Biscuit
We Speak Dog!
Boarding
Daycare
Grooming
Training
Services:
large rooms with comfy bedding and air conditioning. no chain link here...
we have found that dogs who get daycare eat better, sleep better and have less stress while boarding...
our expert groomer can keep your pooch looking dapper and smelling sweet...
life-changing training for people and pets like you've never experienced before...
want us to come to your house for pet care? we do that too. Page coming soon...
extras to make your pal's stay even better...
we use and recommend only premium
foods. let us share our favorites with you and put you on a regular ordering schedule. Page coming soon...
Boarding:
Daycare:
Grooming:
Training:
Pet Sitting:
Spoilers:
Premium Foods:
Large, comfy rooms in a bright, airy setting.
Over-sized rooms
Windows in the doors
Kuranda beds
One daycare session per day
Stainless steel food & water bowls
Focus on stress relief & socialization
Bedtime potty break
Music or "Laughing Dog" all day
Lots of love and attention!
Rooms:
9' x 7' - King
8' x 4.5' - Queen
Rates:
$26 per night for the 1st dog
$20 per night for each add'l dog in the same room
(plus daycare charges customized to fit your dog's needs)
$3 warranty fee per dog per stay
*Additional Services (aka "Spoilers")
What is dog daycare and why bring your dog?
Daycare is a stimulating, crate-free environment supervised by trained staff. We provide safe and fun indoor and outdoor environments for dogs to positively channel their energy. They learn the appropriate skills:
*to handle situations that are stressful
or different
*proper play and communication to
build their confidence
*to deal with dogs of different sizes
and personalities
*to be happy, healthy, well-balanced
dogs!
Your dog will have a better sense of being a real dog and you will notice a positive difference at home when your dog regularly attends daycare.
Purposes of Dog Daycare
Burn Energy: You want your dogs to be tired and ready to go home and relax after a day of daycare.
Learn Dog Skills: Whether a dog is playing or not, he is observing and having to deal with the stress of the other dogs as well as dealing with other dogs when they approach. So even if he may not be interacting with the other dogs, he is still learning a small amount of dog skills and will eventually use these skills to interact.
Learn How to Play: You would be surprised at how many dogs don't know how to play appropriately. This is a skill they need to learn regardless of their ages.
Build Confidence: Confidence is a key ingredient in any behavior dogs exhibit. Confidence helps dogs in using the dog skills they know as well as their playing ability. Without confidence, a dog is sure to have behavior problems.
Learn Social Skills: Dogs are pack animals and need to know how to function in a pack. These social skills are important no matter if they are with humans or other dogs. The more they are socialized, the more confidence and the better the skills.
Learn How to be a Dog: This is the number one reason why dogs attend daycare!!
They must learn how to interact and communicate with other dogs so they are better able to handle stressful situations in the future.
Application & Screening
Our screening process takes a minimum of 2 hours and we require that you drop your dog off with us during this time. We will evaluate your dog with our "pack" using a standard process and you will receive completed evaluation forms at the end of the screening. We can also evaluate your dog for daycare while he is boarding with us.
What types of dogs should be in daycare?
All dogs should be in daycare except for dogs that are too aggressive or too fearful. Both of those types of dogs may need to have some outside training before being evaluated for daycare again. It is especially important that fearful dogs are not left out of daycare on a permanent basis and that training is done to allow
them to play.
Accidents
Dogs may get into "shoving matches" over personal space, toys, leadership, etc. The most common injuries we see are ear injuries and scratches. These injuries can occur during disagreements or play and are a normal side effect, especially if your dog doesn't have a thick coat of fur. Think of a child that plays on the playground with other kids. Our staff is trained to stop bad behavior before it occurs but there are times when staff members are unable to predict a problem. You need to be aware of these risks and decide if they are acceptable for you and your dogs. The benefits of daycare far outweigh the risks, and incidents are minimal.
Full Day Daycare
$20 per day1st dog
$10 per day each add'l dog
Half Day Daycare
$10 per day 1st dog
$5 per day each add'l dog
10 Day Packages
1 dog (full days) - $180
1 dog (half days) - $90
2 dogs (full days) - $270
2 dogs (half days) - $135
5 Day Packages
1 dog (full days) - $90
1 dog (half days) - $45
2 dogs (full days) - $135
2 dogs (half days) - $67.50
Groomer, Sarah Ritzhaupt & her Grand Dane of Sweetness, Gilda, come to the Woof Pack from Cleveland, TN where Sarah owned & operated her own salon for dapper dogs - Wet Noses!
From a basic clean up to the fanicest of Poodle cuts, Sarah can handle all of your grooming and beauty needs.
Here's how it works:
Give us a call here at the Woof Waggin' (349-1PUP ).
We'll take your contact info, pass it on to Sarah, and Sarah will call you back to get the lowdown on your specialized service request.
With all of the necessary information, Sarah will then be able to schedule your appointment and give you an idea of how long your appointment will take, what's involved and about how much your service will cost.
When your best friend's beauty treatment is complete, Sarah will call you to let you know you can pick her up.
Dogs that are coming to see Sarah are required to be current on their shots (annual vaccine, rabies & bordetella), and will need to fill out a baisc customer info form which can be downloaded from our forms link to expedite things.
If you aren't able to download and print the form at home, you can always fill it out here upon arrival.
Don't miss your chance to learn what all the cool people are learning about how to communicate with dogs everywhere! Have you ever wanted to learn another language? Well now you can! That's right - you too can learn how to:
Speak Dog!!
At the Woof Waggin' Board & Biscuit we believe that dog behavior can easily be shaped using positive methods but by making the dogs do all the work. Join us for some amazing education - it's doggone fun!!
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Meet Nikki - DogSpeak
www.dogspeak101.com
Professional Dog Trainer/Behavior Consultant, Nikki Ivey, has been working with dogs and their owners since 1996. She has spread her wealth of knowledge not only to the general public but to the professional world as well. She loves to educate individually or in the masses, wanting all owners and professionals to have a better understanding of dogs and promoting the healthiest relationships.
Nikki has spent her years getting to truly understand the nature of a dog and and their motivations. By letting go of the "dominant pack theory" method it has allowed her to be more in tune with dogs and more effective using DogSpeak™. She uses positive methods with negative punishment such as a time-out. She doesn't use any form of physical corrections, correction collars or shock devices. This allows dogs to show their true personalities and always leaves them happy with an owner who doesn't have to feel like a leader in a boot camp.
Nikki believes in clearly communicating to dogs, setting their expectations and giving them a confident leader. She teaches foundation skills such as self-control and problem-solving. Once a solid foundation is in place you can begin to build the walls of real life manners that go beyond the traditional training of sit, stay, down, come and heel. With real life manners your dog will know how to respond in situations without having to be commanded by you, however, when you do need to command your dog, he responds quickly and enthusiastically.
Nikki's training style makes training your dog easy. You'll learn good habits and achieve great success without feeling guilty for not walking your dog miles everyday. Physical stimluation is important but more important is mental stimulation and Nikki can teach you how to mentally stimulate your dog. Don't be fooled by the myth that walking your dog miles everyday fixes everything.
Nikki also owned and operated the first Dog Daycare in Tennessee, 'Dog DaySpa & Cafe', and has spent the last five years helping others build their successful daycares whether from the ground up or as an additive to an existing business. She trains staff members on dog behavior and interaction and certifies each of her facilities.
In 2001, Nikki founded Tennessee Emergency Rescue and Recovery Association which uses K9s to locate missing persons and deceased individuals in water or on land.
In her spare time, Nikki enjoys writing a good murder mystery incorporating her knowledge of search and rescue. Check out Nikki's first novel, "Callout", found online at any large bookstore.
Be Safe, Be Responsible:
Understanding Dog-Dog & Dog-Human Communication
*Why is it so darn hard to take a picture of my dog's face?
*Isn't that cute? Spot is jealous of us hugging!
*Bad dog, Rex! No growling!
*Is my dog calming or warning??
*What on earth IS a calming signal anyway??
*OMG my dog's hackles are up - what do I do???!!!
*There's a Pit Bull in that group of dogs! Is that safe??
...and more...
Dogs use "calming signals" to communicate with people and other dogs. Learning them will open a new door in understanding your best friend.
Join us for this amazing humans-only workshop full of valuable information and tons of video.
If your dog attends daycare at the Woof Waggin, he or she may be a star in one of the videos!
All workshops begin at 6:30pm and last for approximately 3 hours. Please bring a chair and BYOB!
Workshop fee: $55.00 (payable to Nikki Ivey)
Facility fee: $10.00 (payable to Woof Waggin)
Learning how to speak dog: PRICELESS!
DATES & TIMES:
March 10, 2010 _ 6:30pm
April 14, 2010 _ 6:30pm
May 12, 2010 _ 6:30pm
Understanding the Dynamics of Play
*Everytime we go to the dog park my dog fights! Or is she playing?
*What is healthy play anyway?
*Why does that dog keep mounting my dog?
*OH NO! That dog's hackles are up! What do I do?
*My little dog doesn't like big dogs!
*Those dogs won't stop chasing my dog!
*Why doesn't my dog get along with other dogs on her leash?
*Why is my dog always on the bottom of the pile?
*The Pug and Great Dane CAN co-exist!
Help your dog become a better dog! If you want your dog to be the best dog he or she can possibly be, then you need to learn about how dogs communicate and INTERACT. It's not as scary or mysterious as you think!
Attend this humans-ony workshop and become one of the educated so you can help us teach the world around us about their dogs!
'Be Safe, Be Responsible: Understanding Dog-Dog & Dog-Human Communication' is a pre-requisite for Dog Interaction.
Having the inside scoop on how dogs play: PRICELESS!
March 24, 2010 _ 6:30pm
April 28, 2010 _ 6:30pm
May 26, 2010 _ 6:30pm
Real Life Rover™ Prep
Group Class
If you have ever wanted to have a well-behaved, calm dog on a walk, at the park, in the store, at the vet's office, in the car, at your front door or wherever, then it's time to forget everything you've heard about traditional dog training and join us for our REAL LIFE ROVER™ classes.
Jumping problem? Issues with biting and niping? Darting out the door? Chasing cars? Won't come back when called? These problems are no problem! Whether you need help on foundation work or you're ready for some advanced skills, we can help. Let our experienced dog behavior consultant and trainer teach you the skills you need to successfully train your dog. Real life manners include attention training, leadership, control, leash manners, confidence, problem solving, self control and more. Let us get you started on your way to REAL LIFE ROVER™ CERTIFICATION.
Classes are 50 minutes per week for 6 weeks and BYOB!
Class fee: $135.00 (payable to Nikki Ivey)
Having a dog with manners: PRICELESS!
Beginner Class - April 12, 2010 _ 7:00pm
Intermediate Class - April 12, 2010 _ 8:00pm
Real Life Rover™ Certification
An exciting new certification program that grades real life manners and not just basic obedience.
REAL LIFE ROVER™ CERTIFICATION gives owners a new goal to reach for by teaching their dogs the manners they need to live politely in today's society. A great place to start for therapy dogs, service dogs, search and rescue dogs, agility dogs and even pets at home. This new national certification gives dogs of all kinds the mental stimulation and problem solving skills they need to develop REAL LIFE MANNERS... because manners matter!
REAL LIFE ROVER™ PLATINUM CERTIFICATION IS WAITING FOR YOU!
Classes are 90 minutes per week for 10 weeks. Locations for each class vary.
Certification fee:
$600 (new students to Nikki)
$500 (prior students of Nikki)
Showing off your perfect dog: PRICELESS!
May 27, 2010
Extras for an extra special stay...
*Daycare sessions during boarding -
$10 per full day 1st dog & half price per full day each add'l dog
OR
$5 per half day per dog
*Bedtime dessert - $1 per night per dog
*Early check-in* or late check-out* - $20 (*pre-approval required)
*Waggin blend food - $2 per day per dog
*Email diary with photos - $2 per email
*Bath & Brush - $25 per dog
*Video daycare evaluation - $35 per dog
*toys & treats - prices vary
*Bedtime potty & tuck-in - FREE
*Medications given - FREE
*Love & attention - FREE
*Music or "Laughing Dog" - FREE
*Custom meals (you bring the meal, we'll serve it) - FREE
Specials:
Discounts...
*Bunk beds (room sharing) - we match your pal with his own best friend.
$1 off boarding per night per dog sharing.
*Rescue angel rate - did you adopt your dog from one of our rescue partners? 10% discount on boarding & daycare for your rescued pet for life.
Referrals...
*Refer a new customer and receive a $5 credit on your account.
We'll give you a magnetic car sign and some referral cards to get you started.
Photographs:
The Place
The Pups
Links:
Middle Tennessee Pet Resource Center (MTPRC)
http://www.mtprc.org
Cheatham County Animal Awareness Foundation (CCAAF) (Pegram, TN)
http://www.cheathamanimalcontrol.org/
Proverbs 12:10 Animal Rescue (Nashville, TN)
http://www.proverbs1210rescue.org
Critter Calvary Rescue (Franklin, TN)
http://www.petfinder.com/shelters/TN434.html
Robyn's Nest Rescue (Nashville, TN)
http://www.petfinder.com/shelters/TN577.html
Nashville Paw Magazine (Nashville, TN)
http://www.nashvillepaw.com/
TERRA - TN Emergency Rescue & Recovery Association (Nashville, TN)
http://www.trustterra.org/
Bless the Bullys
http://www.blessthebullys.com/
Pit Bull Training Information
http://www.the-proper-pitbull.com/pit-bull-training.html
Acana & Orijen brand premium dog foods - WAGGIN FAVORITES!
http://www.championpetfoods.com
Requirements:
For your pet's health and our safety, all pets are required to have the following vaccinations prior to boarding, daycare, training or grooming...
*Rabies
*DHLP (ie. distemper, parvo)
*Bordetella (for kennel cough)
All pet's must be free from communicable illness - no cough, runny nose, intestinal parasites, etc - for at least a week prior to arrival.
Your vet may fax your pet's vaccination records to us at:
888-649-6836.
Please complete the appropriate set of forms prior to arrival:
For Boarding or Daycare
For Grooming
For Pet Sitting
About the Waggin:
Mission:
The Woof Waggin' Board & Biscuit provides safe, comfortable, low-stress pet care services by using our dog behavior knowledge and loving each pet as our own.
Vision:
The Woof Waggin' Board & Biscuit seeks to improve the lives of pets and their people by teaching dogs to be the best dogs they can be, and by providing an environment of trust and safety to pet owners while they are away.
Location:
568 Hwy 70
Pegram, TN 37143
615-349-1787 phone
615-469-7614 fax
woofwaggin_gmail.com
Directions from downtown Nashville:
*Take I-40W
*Take exit 192 (Pegram) and turn RIGHT off the exit
*Go approx 2 miles to Hwy 70 and turn LEFT
*Go approx 2 miles and arrive at
Hours
Mon - Fri 7:00am - 12:00pm*
2:00pm - 6:00pm
*we're closed for a nice quiet nap from 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Sat 10:00am - 12:00pm
Sun 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Late pick-up and early drop-off appointments available for a fee.
We love dogs... and we Speak dog!
Adoptables:
Meet Zeus & Sable...
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fax: 615-469-7614
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1st Place - Best Dog Training Class2nd Place - Best Dog Trainer, Nikki Ivey3rd Place - Best Doggie Daycare
1st Place - Best Dog Training Class
2nd Place - Best Dog Trainer, Nikki Ivey
3rd Place - Best Doggie Daycare
