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In order for this expansion to happen, we have to make a couple of
sacrifices. For starters we will be eliminating one of our tub areas.
Second, we will be cutting way back on our professional grooming services.
This will actually benefit our daycare clients as we will be freeing up more
time to offer baths and nail trims, and be more available to those clients
needing to be clipped. This will also free up both Jennifer and my time to
be more hands on with the daycare needs at the same time. Third, the
remodel will consist of building an eight foot tall wall in front of all the Jennifer and I enjoy the dogs so much, we feel that making these improvements
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In
an effort to create the safest, most fun environment possible for what has
become a very "pleasing pack of pups," Jennifer and I have made some final
decisions. A lot of you have heard the rumors of our desire to "take over"
the unit next door to us. Well this doesn't look like it is going to
happen. Therefore we have decided to remodel the unit we are in. As
our popularity has grown (thanks to all of you!) Our number of daycare
dogs has also grown. Although we have huge dreams and will one day achieve
them, we realize we have to take baby steps to get there. So upon
evaluating where we are now and what we want to focus on, we have decided to
increase the size of our existing daycare and create a safer, more efficient
area for the dogs we have grown to love and make room for more to join us.
daycare. We struggled a little with this decision because creating this
wall will cut down on your viewing of the dogs significantly. We know how
much this is enjoyed by all and we love for everybody to see their dogs
interacting. However, since safety is in our thoughts at all times, the
decision to build the wall was based on the safety of the dogs. As our
enrollment grows we are more at risk for over-stimulation and potential spats.
In order to maintain a calm environment, the dogs shouldn't be aware of a
"stranger's" presence in their territory. We will have viewing windows and
soon will install a camera so their activities can be viewed on a TV screen.
You will get a better sense of their playing this way because they won't be
focused on you, the visitor. Lastly, we have decided to hold "summer"
hours on Saturdays. We will be closed on Saturdays May through August.
The last Saturday in April will be our last Saturday open until the first
Saturday in September. I would like very much to hear any feedback on this
decision from anyone.
will
allow us to maximize our quality time with your pets rather than simply
"managing" them as we feel we are doing now. Once again, we want to thank
each and every one of you for your continued support and generosity. Never
did I imagine when I put my dream into motion that I would gain so many new
friends. We have also watched friendships grow between some of you and
this is a big part of what makes our hard work so rewarding. As always,
your opinions and input are invaluable. We would love to hear and would
appreciate any feedback at any time.