718 Douglas
Yankton, South Dakota
(605) 665-8885

Monday - Friday 8:00 to 4:30
Closed Saturday & Sunday

Since 1998


2007
See Canine Grooming Center for dog grooming by appointment. Member of the National Dog Groomers Association of America and American Boarding Kennels Association. Owner & Operator, Barbara Steinberg has over 25 years experience in the pet care industry. Email your questions to K9groomr@iw.net.

Complete Dog Grooming is Our Specialty
  • TLC
  • Conditioning bath
  • Clean ears
  • Clip nails
  • Check anal glands
  • No tranquilizers used
  • All shots required
  • Tender Massage
  • Veterinarian Recommended

TIPS ON TRAVELING WITH YOUR PET

Always keep a copy of shot records with you when traveling with your pet.

Shots required for grooming and boarding on dogs are as follows:

  • Distemper-Measels
  • Distemper-Hepatitis (CAV-2)
  • Leptospirosis (optional)
  • Parainfluenza
  • Canine Parvovirus
  • Coronavirus
  • Rabies
  • Canine Cough (Bordetella)

Grooming and Boarding Cats are required to have:

  • Panleukopema (distemper)
  • Rhinotracheitis
  • Calicivirus
  • Chlamydia
  • Feline Leukemia
  • Rabies

TIPS FOR A HAPPIER PET

  • Get a pet ID tag for them to wear.
  • Keep them on a leash to avoid accidents. DO NOT ALLOW TO RIDE IN PICKUP BEDS OUTSIDE OF KENNEL.
  • Enroll in behavioral training classes. See www.petsforlife.org.
  • Use flea preventatives.
  • Have a health check and shots regularly.
  • Prepare for disasters. Have a plan in tornado and blizzard seasons, and all year.
  • Make a plan for your pets future, should something happen to you.
  • Learn how to prevent dog bites and how to prevent your dog from being a biter. See www.NODOGBITES.ORG.

PUPPY HOUSE TRAINING TIPS

Create a positive training environment and use only Praise, Patience and constant Supervision.

1. When bringing home a new puppy, first introduce him/her to his bathroom area. Take him to this area of the yard each time you take him/her out. The odor from previous visits will let him know it's okay to go there. Praise him/her for going. Do so with a happy voice and a smile, also using treats will help. Keep in mind a puppy's bladder isn't developed enough for him to "HOLD IT" longer than four hours.

2. Crate training or confining them to a small den like area will help keep a controlled environment. In his/her den give him/her toys and bedding and play with him/her. This will allow you to establish yourself as 'leader of the pack'!

3. Take him/her outside each hour, using verbal commands, like "go outside", "go potty". When you find accidents after the fact don't scold him/her but take him/her outside and if (s)he goes potty praise him/her. Dogs are creatures of habit so you must establish, in his/her head, that the house is his/her den. This could take 6-8 weeks or longer, so be patient.

4. Feed at consistent times, two or three times daily. Let food sit out up to 30 minutes, then take it away. Feed only when your available to let him/her out within 1 hour.

5. Use an odor neutralizer on accident areas or they may continually go back to the same area. Supervise while going back to that area.

6. Submissive urination. If your pup is very sensitive (s)he may urinate when you approach him/her with a treat. Be patient!

In conclusion, don't scold your pet, instead use a firm "NO". Don't rub his/her nose in the mess, but instead use positive reinforcement for going in the proper area. Use baby gates to keep your pup in the designated area. Use constant supervision, along with lots of praise to keep your baby out of the doghouse. This should result in a happy healthy pet.

 

We also supply Diamond & Innova Pet Foods, California Natural bars, shampoo, brushes, dog toys, collars, leashes, tie outs and so much more! No question is too silly to ask.