March 2011

Pet Loss Support Group
When: Tuesday, March 15, 6:30 – 8:00 pm
Where: Family Room, UT Veterinary Hospital, 2407 River Drive, Knoxville, TN
A supportive environment where people can share their varied experience of grief and loss of a companion animal. A place to remember and honor the life of the companion who has died. An opportunity to learn additional ways of coping with the loss of an animal*. If you are interested, please call 865-755-8839 or visit University of Tennessee Vet School. *We may use the term “animal” because we respect that each of us has a unique relationship with our animal. People can consider their animals as family members, children, friends, and companions. People can also consider their animals as resources such as the farmer who stewards cattle or other live stock. People who care for animals like zoo keepers or other animal related care professionals can also become attached to the animals in their care. We respect the uniqueness of each human-animal relationship and seek to support that unique relationship in whatever way is deemed helpful.

Beginner Plus Class (Obedience Level 2)
When: Thursday, March 17, 7:45 pm
Where: Command Performance Canine Training Center 11904 Kingston Pike – Farragut
On Thursday, March 17th at 7:45 PM, Command Performance Canine Training Center will offer a Beginner Plus class. This class is a continuation of the beginner obedience class and completion of a beginner class, at any facility, is required. We will practice all of the basic obedience commands learned in the beginner class: sit, down, come, stay and heel. We will provide lots of tips and tricks to help make your dog a more obedient companion. This is a 7-week session meeting one hour each week. Class size is limited – pre-registration is required. For more information, email Melanie Harriman or call Command Performance – 966-4148.

Beginner Obedience Class – Puppy and Adult
When: Thursday, March 17, 6:30 pm
Where: Command Performance Canine Training Center 11904 Kingston Pike – Farragut
On Thursday, March 17th at 6:30 PM, Command Performance Canine Training Center will offer a beginner obedience class for puppies and adult dogs. The class covers all of the basic obedience commands: sit, down, come, stay and heel. Plus, other problem behaviors will be covered, such as jumping up, barking and play-biting. There will also be plenty of off-leash play/socialization time for the puppies. This is a 7-week session meeting one hour each week. Class size is limited – pre-registration is required. Come and join us and have fun training your dog in a positive environment. For more information, email Melanie Harriman or call Command Performance – 966-4148.

East Tennessee Border Collie Rescue Adoption Event
When: Saturday, March 19, 10:30 am – 1:00 pm
Where: Agri Feed Pet Supply, 5716 Middlebrook Pike, Knoxville, TN 37921
Adoptable dogs, information about Border Collies and Border Collie Rescue, and fundraising items for sale. Email Suzanne West or visit ETBCR for more information. For directions, please call 865-584-3959.

Pet Loss Support Group
When: Tuesday, March 29, 6:30 – 8:00 pm
Where: Family Room, UT Veterinary Hospital, 2407 River Drive, Knoxville, TN
A supportive environment where people can share their varied experience of grief and loss of a companion animal. A place to remember and honor the life of the companion who has died. An opportunity to learn additional ways of coping with the loss of an animal*. If you are interested, please call 865-755-8839 or visit University of Tennessee Vet School. *We may use the term “animal” because we respect that each of us has a unique relationship with our animal. People can consider their animals as family members, children, friends, and companions. People can also consider their animals as resources such as the farmer who stewards cattle or other live stock. People who care for animals like zoo keepers or other animal related care professionals can also become attached to the animals in their care. We respect the uniqueness of each human-animal relationship and seek to support that unique relationship in whatever way is deemed helpful.