We are looking forward to a new era in this wonderful community. Stay tuned for more updates on a brand new location this fall! |
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What do dog days of summer look like for you?
Show us on Instagram or via email!
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Some of our brightest students, ready to impress!
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A Responsible Pet Owners Guide to
Getting Your Dog a Dog
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Dogs truly are man’s best friend, but have you ever wondered if your best friend needs a best friend?
Adding a new furry family member to the pack is exciting, but with every new pet comes more responsibility.
If you’re on the fence about em’bark’ing on this journey, read this blog to learn about the benefits of having more than one dog as well as some important factors to consider.
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Now on our website under Services!
Our mission does not end when a puppy goes home. We aim to be a resource for all pet parents.
This page full of frequently asked questions and tips for raising your puppy responsibly.
See what you can learn!
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Every year, the owners of Companion Pets Inc. make trips to visit our breeders in the midwest as well as attend conferences on animal care.
These trips give us the opportunity to meet new breeders, build relationships, inspect kennels and dogs, and learn more from the leaders in the industry that are innovating and improving standards in animal welfare and canine breeding.
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We were delighted to see how much the Canine Care Certified program is taking off and are proud to see many breeders taking the extra steps and investments to reach this level of care!
Blue Ribbon Puppies, one of our long-time broker partners, has been a leader in bringing many of their breeders to this above and beyond standard with rigorous protocols and practices designed to address the behavioral and social needs of puppies and adult dogs in addition to their immediate/medical needs.
The CCC Program is based on standards developed and led by Dr. Candace Croney, Ph.D. at Purdue University. Consumers and pet owners can be assured that dogs and puppies raised by the program’s certified breeders are cared for under stringent standards. Read more about the Canine Care Certificate here.
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We assume a lifetime responsibility for every puppy we send home. Our Homes for Life program is the result of this commitment and our dedication to preventing pet homelessness.
We understand that for unfortunate and unforeseen reasons sometimes customers who purchase our puppies can no longer care for them. For this reason, our customers agree to relinquish the dog to us, not a shelter.
We do this to ensure that we can find them a new, loving home but first provide them with the rehabilitation and care that they may need in addition to a neuter/spay as part of our commitment to responsible pet ownership.
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Reply to this email or call 602-255-0166 ext. 127 |
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Meet Khaleesi and see why she is so charming!
This stunning Alaskan Malamute is a sweet and spirited girl! Though it didn't work out in her previous home, we know all she needs is some structure. Anyone who knows the breed knows that she will thrive with the right environment. She loves people and is super silly and playful. She is friendly with other dogs in general but would need to managed around food/high value toys/treats to live with them.
As an investment in her future, Khaleesi's adoption fee comes with a $300 Certificate for Training, eligible with local dog trainers in Phoenix.
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Holly & Baily were adopted together by a wonderful family and are living in Utah! |
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In honor of Labor Day, we want to spotlight working dogs in the US. There are about 500,000 working/service dogs in our country and they provide tremendous value to our society.
Here are some facts about Service Dogs:
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1. Dogs have been working and serving the greater good for humans essentially since domestication.
The earliest recorded use of canines was around 600 BC by the Egyptians, Greeks and Romans in combat.
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2. Today, Working Dogs include services in Seeing/Hearing, Diabetic/Mobility Assistance, Allergy Detection, Psychiatric and Autism services. Other dog jobs are guarding and protection of people, livestock or property and sledging, draught work and rescue.
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4. Less than 1% of people with disabilities have service dogs. About 61 million Americans live with disabilities (26% of our population) but less than 1% of them are able to access service dogs due to availability, costs, and barriers for service animals.
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5. Currently, there are just 14 schools in the U.S. that are accredited by the International Guide Dog Federation.
The first one was established over 100 years ago!
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6. The average training period for a working dog is 18 months and costs between $10,000 - $20,000. They have to learn so much in addition to manners and obedience commands. Service dogs require very specific and detailed training for their working conditions.
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7. Approximately 50 percent of all dogs bred, socialized, selected, and trained by owners or agencies to become service dogs either fail to complete training or must retire after a short career.
Those who don't make it are simply put up for adoption!
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We had the pleasure of visiting Luna, the Havanese we donated to Countryside Assisted Living, with some puppy friends! It was so great to see how well she is doing with her big family. She is absolute character and ray of sunshine for all. |
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Giving back with Puppy Parties |
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Click to watch the fun ensue at Countryside Living with some cuties from Puppies 'N Love SanTan Village.
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Click to watch us celebrate National Puppy Day with the residents of the Beatitudes Retirement Community. They were so delighted to spend time with some of the sweetest puppies from Puppies 'N Love Arrowhead.
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Read more about ways we give back here.
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If you're new around here, please watch our newest introduction video that illustrates our mission, values, how we care for our puppies and our quality breeders: |
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To ensure that all of our puppies find homes in a timely manner, we reduce their price as they age.
By no means are we lowering the cost of these puppies because they are in any way less valuable, but it’s our mission to find each of our puppies a permanent, loving home as quickly as possible.
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Click here to see more special puppies at special prices!
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Misa the Cavapoo
We want to spotlight this adorable Cavalier Poodle mix from Animal Kingdom for being such a great companion to her dedicated dog mom, Cori!
Answers from Dog Mom:
How does your dog make your life better?
So much joy! She has added laughter, love, activities, and 'someone to talk to' for a stay-at-home empty nester that is new to Tucson. I now have a 'friend' to do things with.
How was your experience at Animal Kingdom?
Great! Alex worked with us over several months to find just the right breed for us. She was patient, informative, and very helpful in finding us a great breeder that produced pups that I always had an eye for.
What is your favorite thing about them?
Her adorable eyes and fluffy teddy bear appearance.
We think this is a match made in heaven! Great job, you two!
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8 Mistakes People Make When Training Puppies |
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Even though most of us have the best intentions when raising new puppies, most of us are guilty of these training mistakes!
This blog breaks down the most common issues with training new puppies and the best way to address those potential problems.
Read about these common mistakes here!
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REMEMBER:
Training your puppy is not optional!
Did you know we have a list of recommended dog trainers located all around Arizona? Set yourself up for success with them.
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Recently awarded Phoenix Best in the Valley for Pet Sitting, Hand & Hound is a great resource for pet owners needing extra exercise and enrichment for their pets or coverage while traveling!
At Hand & Hound, they strive to get to know pet owners and their pets as if they were their own while also incorporating professional standards, such as Pet First Aid + CPR training.
They know how hard it is to trust whoever is coming into your home and caring for your pets, so every sitter is expected to be fully transparent and communicate all details to pet owners, through a mobile app that has GPS-verified reports.
Like your neighbor, but with more credentials!
Learn more about them here.
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Customize in seconds at all of our Locations!
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One of the things that sets us apart is our dedication to puppy enrichment + dog training.
Here is what enrichment looks like to us...
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Channeling the Labs' energy into confidence building exercise: |
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ARIZONA RANKS HIGH ON BBB'S LIST OF PUPPY SCAMS COMMITTED IN 2022 |
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California is the state with the most reported puppy scams, with 167 scams reported to the Better Business Bureau from January 1, 2022 to October 31, 2022. This makes up more than 10% of the total number of scams reported nationwide.
Read more about this study from the last year here.
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If you are looking for a puppy, be careful & remain vigilant!
Here is how to spot a puppy scam online from AKC:
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No phone calls. The seller prefers to handle communication by email and not the phone. A reputable breeder will always communicate with you via phone or video chat (if not in person) before selling you a puppy. Fraudulent sellers are oftentimes outside of the U.S. and may be hiding their phone number by only communicating by email.
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Copycat or stock photos. Photos of the dog or ad text can be found on multiple websites. Search for the text or reverse image search the photos on Google to find out if they were copied.
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Sketchy payment. The seller asks for wiring of money or payment by gift cards. Be aware that if you choose a non-secure method of payment, it is highly unlikely that you will get your money back. Avoid paying a stranger using apps such as Venmo, as it is harder to get your money back if you don’t get what you paid for.
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Price is too good to be true. Research the prices for the breed you are considering. Purebred dogs sold at deeply discounted prices are typically frauds. If the seller says they register their dogs with a specific organization, you can call the organization to confirm.
Read more about spotting scams here.
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Have you had a pawsitive experience with us?
Click here to leave a Google or Yelp Review for your store.
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Does your dog suffer from anxiety? You might consider CBD to ease their stress! We offer a variety of Medterra's CBD pet-safe products in our stores. CBD is known to help ease pain and anxiety in pets.
Read more about these vet certified products here.
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As an early leader in the industry, Medterra is proud to say that all of their CBD oils, tinctures, and creams start at American hemp farms.
CBD Calming Chews were developed with ingredients that help keep your pet happy and relaxed, including Valerian Root and L-Tryptophan. Because when they feel good, so do you. Each chew contains 10mg of CBD, making it easy to track and monitor your pet’s serving size.
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