ABC Obedience Dog Training & Pet Supplies

04/27/2024

Still Openings in Puppy K and Beginner groups on Monday, now starting 5/6/24! Call or visit abcobedience.com for details

04/11/2024

As of MAY 2024, NO MORE Sunday store hours. Likely Saturdays, stay tuned.

04/09/2024

04/09/2024

His name is Rusty, he's a Springer Spaniel :)

04/04/2024

No Doggels goggles needed!

Hello friends!

The total solar eclipse is just around the corner, and just about everyone is ready to see the once in a lifetime event. We are seeing some mixed information about pet/wildlife safety.

Contrary to what some may read, the sun itself is not any more dangerous during the eclipse. The reason protective eye wear is recommended for humans (who wish to observe the eclipse) is because many of us will be staring directly at the sun that day, which is something we typically avoid.

For our pets, and outdoor wildlife, that day will be similar to any other day. Our pets don’t stare at the sun, so there is no need to keep them indoors on April 08 for any extended period of time. They may notice the change in temperature, but it is unlikely they will exhibit any unusual behaviour.

The eclipse can be more unsettling for birds. The dimming of the sky can mimic behaviour at dusk and during early storm formation, so some birds may demonstrate a wind-down behaviour and there may be less activity in the sky during the peak eclipse. Once the sky returns to normal, so does their behaviour.

If you are purchasing eclipse glasses, please make sure they meet these criteria. For additional information about the eclipse please see:
https://science.nasa.gov/eclipses/safety/

For a list of approved solar-viewing goggles please see:

https://eclipse.aas.org/eye-safety/viewers-filters

It is not safe to watch the eclipse through the lens of your smartphone - it can damage both your phone camera and your eyes. Try this instead:

https://www.safeshot-viewer.com

Safe watching our friends!
Dr Renee Fleming

03/23/2024

03/07/2024

Puppy K class for pups 12-18wks, starting Monday, 3/18 at 6 pm, postponed from 3/11
Register online

Current office/retail hours: Thursdays 3-6 pm and Sundays 11 am to 1 pm. We return calls from home other days so please leave a message if we are not in. Training is done outside office hours, most days and evenings except Fridays. please click here: coronavirus update

03/01/2024

NAIL CLIPPING THIS SUNDAY, 3/3/24. 11 am - 1 pm, $15 (tips appreciated). No appointment needed, open to all friendly, vaccinated dogs. Please see https://abcobedience.com/nailsatabc.shtml for more info including details on PARKING space order for how we hand out numbers.

02/12/2024

Openings in Thursday 2/15/23 (6 pm) Puppy Kindergarten - for pups up to 18 weeks old. Don't miss this critical learning period to prevent problems and create a well behaved dog. 5 weeks/$199. Pre-registration required.

 PUPPY KINDERGARTEN for puppies 12 to 18 weeks old at start date (see Beginner Groups for pups and adult dogs over 18.5 weeks of age) _______________________________________________________________

02/04/2024

See what happens when you train early and well... Freya is only 6 months old. Look at that attention with all the distractions during our session at the Guilford Green

02/03/2024

Nail Clipping TOMORROW Sunday 2/4/24, 11 am to 1 pm. $15, tips appreciated. No appointment needed, cars taken in order parked left to right (condos to Take the Cake side). Hope to see you then (store open also)

01/30/2024

Nama has to have a video also. 10 years old and still loves to work. Just a little sampling of some position changes from a distance.

01/29/2024

Uber demonstrating his drop on recall. Very speedy as usual for him lol. Every dog is different and works at a different pace.

01/14/2024

NAIL CLIPPING TODAY 1/14/24, 11 AM-1 PM. $15 (tips appreciated). No appointments :)

01/06/2024

...and make sure snow drifts don't turn into ramps that can help some dogs jump fences

01/06/2024

Sorry! We will be CLOSED Sunday 1/7/24 store hours and NAIL CLIPPING due to weather. Nails postponed to 1/14

01/02/2024

Update: Postponed to 1/14.
Nail Clipping NOT this Sunday 1/7/24, 11 am to 1 pm. No appts, $15 (tip appreciated).

01/02/2024

Happy New Year! I've worked with a few people lately and been so excited for them to try obstacle class... then realized there were no more scheduled. So here it is, the new 2024 "Events" listings (anything that is not Puppy K or Beginner Group). https://abcobedience.com/events.shtml Please CALL 203-458-2223 to sign up. You can leave a message anytime or we are there Thurs 3-6 pm and Sunday 11 am to 1 pm. Thanks!

12/26/2023

Wishing you all peace and joy this holiday season. Thank you for your business and friendship throughout the year.

12/18/2023

Hope everyone did ok with the latest storm. My street did NOT flood this time, so no issues with Monday classes :)

12/11/2023

Sorry to my Monday 2 pm Intermediate class for cancelling, I couldn't leave my house. Completely flooded street, like an actual river with current and everything! And huge thanks to Jill Saccavino for teaching the evening Puppy K and Beginner Groups.

12/02/2023

Veterinarians say fears about 'mystery' dog illness may be overblown. Here's why

https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2023/12/01/1216209026/dog-respiratory-illness-mystery-cause-symptoms-research?fbclid=IwAR2XYlS1iKUIpfV0aD8mvuSAKGnRq6W2zQp2sPkRyQvCl7708dGgaq_zN-o

Reports of an "outbreak" of some as yet unidentified canine respiratory illness are scaring dog owners. But veterinarians and researchers aren't panicking.

11/30/2023

Last minute obstacle class openings Sunday 12/3/23 at 9:45 am (before nails). Must call us before 5 pm TODAY (11/30). 203-458-2223

11/30/2023

NAIL CLIPPING December 3, 2023, THIS Sunday. 11 am to 1 pm, no appt needed. $15 (tips appreciated). As usual, we will come get your dogs from the car, they are seen individually. Open to all vaccinated, nice dogs.

11/30/2023

PLEASE READ: Hey everyone, the new "atypical canine infectious respiratory disease" you see in the news is very scary. I spoke with my veterinarian and this is my takeaway. 1. Avoid nose to nose contact with other dogs. 2. Especially avoid dogs coughing or sneezing 3. If you see lethargy, coughing or sneezing in your dog, call your veterinarian. Chest x-rays recommended as pneumonia is a critical part of this illness. 4. Ask your vet about boarding, day care and avoid dog parks for now.

I specifically asked about TRAINING CLASSSES. He said it should be fine if we do these things (and we do) 1. Keep dogs spaced apart 2. Avoid nose to nose contact 3. Any coughing, sneezing or mucousy dogs are not allowed in class and will be asked to leave if they show up. 4. Puppy Kindergarten (pups 12-18 weeks old) play is not necessarily high risk, the illness tends to show up in older dogs, but will be decided on a case by case basis and if owners do not want their dogs to participate that will be at their discretion. 5. Kennel cough vaccine is highly recommended!

The benefits of training and socialization (being around other dogs, not necessarily direct interaction) are very important. Teaching your dog to give you attention when other dogs are nearby is a very valuable skill. You should speak with your veterinarian and/or use your own judgement. Feel free to call us also if you have concerns.