Contain-A-Pet of Richmond

Bellas Snow Day

admin — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 19:39:49 +0000

Dan and his staff have been nothing but helpful, responsive and genuinely interested in the care and happiness of our yellow lab, Bella.

When we had the fence installed, they offered great advice on how to best train and teach Bella. It was clear to us that they had her best interests at heart…they weren’t just there to install the fence and run. Their follow-up service has been excellent. We would wholeheartedly recommend them.

The Lenerts

Charlottesville

Henrico Humane Society 11th Annual Pet Expo

admin — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 20:52:29 +0000

Pet Expo is a unique indoor event where you can bring your pet to enjoy a day of fun and excitement with the whole family! All proceeds benefit Henrico Humane Society! Over 90 exhibitors that sell animal-related goods and services will be on hand, plus many animal rescue groups. Activities are scheduled throughout the day, many of which you can do with your pet! Admission Admission $10 for adults $5 for children 2-12 Free for children under 2 *Additional charges for some activities. Attractions Pet participation encouraged for: • Agility Course ($2) • Puppy Races (for puppies 4-10 months old) • Dog Contests ($2 per entry or 6 for $10) • Dog Fashion Show • Caricature Drawings Ongoing attractions and events throughout the day: • Petting Zoo ($1) • Henrico Humane Society Dog Adoptions • Silent Auction Contest Info: Contests will be held twice during the Pet Expo – once at 12:00 pm and again at 2:30 pm. Contests categories will be (in the order that they will be held): • Frosty Paws Eating • Prettiest Eyes • Unusual Breed • Best Kisser • Best Costume Prizes will be awarded for 1st, 2nd and 3rd Place. Tickets are $2 per entry and can be purchased 1 hour before contests start at the Ticket Table adjacent to the Main Ring.

Date: 02/20/2010
Time: 10:00 am - 04:00 pm
Location: The Showplace in Mechanicsville
Address: 3000 Mechanicsville Turnkpike
Richmond, Virginia 23111

Richmond SPCA Eighth Annual have a Heart Party

admin — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 16:37:27 +0000

Date: 02/12/2010
Time: 07:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Address:2519 Hermitage Road
Richmond, Virginia 23220
Phone: 804-521-1318
Eighth Annual Have a Heart Party Presented by Car Pool Car Wash & Detail! Join us for a simply sweet party and silent auction to benefit the homeless pets cared for at the Richmond SPCA. Have a Heart is pet-friendly, so your furry four-legged pals can enjoy this Valentine too! Music by Quatro na Bossa, a fantastic Bossa Nova band. Our Lora Robins Gift Shop and adoption center will be open during this event. Please click here to purchase tickets. * Food by Crossroads Catering and The Melting Pot * Presenting Sponsor: Car Pool Car Wash & Detail * Silent Auction Sponsor: Holiday Barn Pet Resorts * Treats Sponsor: Three Dog Bakery * Media Sponsor: Richmond Times-Dispatch, RichmondPetLovers.com * Supporting Sponsor: Wendy’s Menu: Fondue sampling from The Melting Pot; Mediterranean Assortment including Hummus, Baba Ganoush, Thyme-Marinated Olives, Cheese Crusted Flatbread; Mozzarella Caprese Bruschetta; Herb & Goat Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms; Chocolate Dipped Seasonal Fruit; Gourmet Cookies and Espresso Brownie Bites. Fees: $30 in advance, $40 at the door. $20 for designated drivers. Includes adult and other beverages and hors d’oeuvres.
Location: Richmond SPCA Robin-Starr Humane Center

FETCH a Petlover Face-off

admin — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 17:35:20 +0000

FETCH a Petlover Face-off
DATE: This month
LOCATION: RichmondPetLovers.com

RichmondPetLovers.com wants you to be a fan and to help FETCH a Cure this month. For each new fan signed up during the month of January, RichmondPetLovers will donat $1 worth of advertising to FETCH. Go to http://www.facebook.com/pages/RichmondPetLovers.com/8540381181 and become a fan right now. Don’t forget to tell your friends.

Richmond Animal League Valentine’s Day Casserole Dinner

admin — Thu, 28 Jan 2010 18:12:18 +0000

Valentine’s Day Pet Casserole to Go
With Richmond Animal League!

DATE: February 14
LOCATION: Mosaic Cafe & Catering
River Road Shopping Center

MORE: Enjoy a Valentine’s Day Special Dinner or Sunday brunch. Reservations required. And don’t forget your canine buddy - order his or her casserole to go by February 13. Proceeds to benefit FETCH a Cure and Richmond Animal League. Go to www.mosaicedibles.com or call 288-7482.

Peace of Mind

admin — Thu, 20 Aug 2009 17:44:48 +0000

Mr. Warren

Thanks to Contain-A-Pet for helping me secure my two large Labs. One had a habit of exploring the neighborhood and being found close to a main highway. Since the installation of the underground fence system I have had no problems with him taking his trips. Both Labs have adjusted and enjoy a 3 acre lot by running and playing and I have gained peace and confidence that they are safe. Thanks to Jake and You for your professional job and follow ups. What a great investment!

Thanks
Richard Buntain Richmond, VA

UPS Freight Truckload

Puppy Fence Buyers Read This First

admin — Wed, 03 Jun 2009 21:01:45 +0000

It has come to our attention that there is a fence company that is trying to sell an invisible type puppy fence to puppy owners for puppies from eight to twelve weeks of age.

If you love your dog, please do not do this!!

Your puppy can be psychologically effected if you allow this to happen. Behavior research has shown that every puppy goes through a “fear imprint” stage from 6 to 16 weeks of age. Anything that can mentally effect them during this period can psychologically damage them for life.

This can mean making a puppy into a fearful, shy and timid dog as it grows older.

This can result in a house trained dog to begin using the bathroom throughout your house.

Or this can mean that your dog can grow up to be aggressive towards other animals or other people.

Why take this chance if it is not necessary? Have you ever considered that at 8 - 12 weeks a puppy is no more than just a baby?

People or companies that would do this know absolutely nothing about dog behavior. This is cruel and unusual treatment of a puppy. Now you understand why some people think electronic underground fencing is harmful to pets (which it isn’t if done properly).

If you choose to invest in an underground puppy fence with another company … that is your choice. Please do not put your puppy on the dog containment system at this age. Ask any veterinarian or dog behaviorist or real dog trainer what they think. I trust that they will concur with our comments.

If you want to give me a call, I will be happy to answer any questions you may have … from puppies to dog training and fencing in the Richmond and Fredericksburg areas. Those of you who know me know that dog’s are my life. I breed lab puppies. I am a professional trainer. I am the loccal Contain-A-Pet Dealer. I promise you I will never steer you wrong. Life is too short … and too precious.

Dusty The Labrador Retriever on Our Dog Fence System

admin — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 21:11:06 +0000

Dan,

Wanted to let you know how pleased we have been with our new Contain-A-Pet electric dog fenc e system. Moving to rural New Kent County from Charlotte, N.C. was a big change for our family including our dog Dusty. We were fortunate enough to get a home with an acre of land and didn’t want to break up our beautiful back yard with a fence. We know we made the right decision to go with Contain-A-Pet. Dusty adjusted quickly thanks to your training and we would definitely recommend Dan and the Contain-A-Pet electric dog fence system to anyone.

Thanks for being so thorough with Dusty’s training and the installation.

Regards,

Brian and Jan Chandler

Yorkshire Terriers

admin — Thu, 05 Mar 2009 00:11:37 +0000

History: The Yorkshire Terrier was originally a product of crossing different small breeds in Yorkshire, England, which is also why the breed has the name it does. The breed was first shown in the beginning part of the 1860’s and that was the start of what we see today. It is believed that may small Tags: General Pet Info, Dog Breeds, Toy Group Dogs

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Jack the Jack Russell Terrier on Contain-A-Pet Electric Dog Fencing

admin — Wed, 04 Mar 2009 22:36:55 +0000

Dan,

We just want to say thanks…the electric dog fence is working great!

We were originally going to install a chain link fence which would have required gates to get in and out of the driveway. What a pain that would have been!! We went online and found out about Contain-A-Pet. They came out the very next day and have been there when we needed them ever since…and always on time! The customer service has been awesome. The training and conditioning was easy and our Jack Russell Terrier has not wandered to the street or the neighbors’ yards since the day the electric dog fence was installed. We just had the worst snow storm our city (Mechanicsville, VA) has seen in over 10 years. It sure was nice not having to put on a coat, scarf and boots to retrieve Jack from three doors down. We just let him out to play in the snow and he loved it. I would recommend Contain-A-Pet to anyone who wants to keep their pets safe.

William & Netti Gathright – Mechanicsville , VA