October 20, 2008

Aggressive Dog Training

No matter what your problem is we can make it better. I doesn’t matter what the dogs size, age or breed is, nor what kind of training you’ve done in the past. Here’s a video of me working with a dog that became aggressive after being attacked by another dog. Pitbulls and other working breeds have rotten reputations and stigmas attached to their name so it’s important to get started on some quality training that will open up the lines of communication with you and your dog and prove everyone wrong.

This is an example of the kind of progress that can be made short term, but the real work will be for the owners to continue doing this and to do everywhere around all kinds of distractions.

For your FREE DEMO contact Darrel at: 608.381.1527

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September 15, 2008

Chicago Dog Training

Here’s part of a demo that I did, along with clips of me at the “Bark in the Park” event with my Pit Nikita.
For More information contact: darrelhager@sitmeanssit.com 608.381.1527

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August 10, 2008

Police Dog Training

Here’s a video of Fred Hassen and Darrel Hager with their dogs Rex (Belgian Maliniois) and Nikita (Bulldog X Pitbull) at the Midwest Police and Security Expo. Darrel Hager’s Pitbull Nikita does a lot of soft mouth fetching but can also demonstrate a hard bite on command. At the end of the video she is shown doing a soft fetch on his arm directly after an attack to show the level of comprehension of the different comands.

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August 9, 2008

Shock Collar

This video discredits a lot of what people say when they are conserned with remote collars. We use collars in a way that is non-punitive, giving us the ability to work with dogs that have fear issues.

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August 3, 2008

Dog Obedience around Cats

Can dogs and cats be taught to get along? I had my dog, Nikita, for a year before I adopted Bullet, a short haired domestic stray. Did my dog want to eat the kitty? Yes, but right away I made it clear that the cat was off limits when it came to dinner. After four or five days of monitoring their behavior, I gradually let them interact. Soon they began to trust each other and became good friends. I don’t worry anymore because they affectionately play despite their differences.

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July 31, 2008

Chicago Animal Shelters

SUBURBAN NORTH & WEST
C.A.R.E./Evanston Animal Shelter
2310 Oakton, Evanston, IL
847-705-2653
Mon - Thurs 6 pm - 8 pm; Sat & Sun noon - 3:30 pm
www.care-evanston.org

Adopt-A-Pet, Inc.
North/Northwest Suburbs & Chicago North
847-870-8999
P.O. Box 408, Mt. Prospect, IL 60056
Call for information and appt
www.adoptapet-il.org

The Buddy Foundation
P.O. Box 334, Arlington Heights, IL 60006
847-813-7206
Call for information and appt
http://www.thebuddyfoundation.org/

Save-a-Pet
31664 North Fairfield Road, Grayslake, IL
847-740-7788
Mon, Wed, Fri 1 - 5 pm; Tues, Thurs 1 - 8 pm; Sat, Sun 11 am - 6 pm
www.save-a-pet-il.org

Animal Care League
1013 Garfield, Oak Park, IL 60304
708-848-8155
Tues, Wed, Fri 12 pm - 6 pm; Thurs 12 pm - 7:30 pm; Sat 11 am - 5 pm; (Sun & Mon Closed)
http://www.animalcareleague.org/

Strays Halfway House Network of Foster Homes
Schaumburg and environs
630-351-3150
Call for information and appt.
www.strayshh.org

Kay’s Animal Shelter
2705 N Arlington Heights Rd, Arlington Heights, IL
847-259-2907
http://www.petfinder.com/shelters/IL348.html

Orphans of the Storm
2200 Riverwoods Rd, Deerfield, IL
847-945-0235
Daily 11 am - 5 pm
www.orphansofthestorm.org

Helping Paws Animal Welfare Association
257 King Street, Crystal Lake, IL 60014
815-459-2641
Mon, Weds - Sun 12 pm - 4 pm; (Closed Tuesdays)
www.helpingpaws.net

Heartland Animal Shelter
2975 N Milwaukee, Northbrook, IL 60062
847-296-6400
Tues 1 pm - 7 pm; Weds - Sun 12 pm - 4 pm; (Closed Mondays)
http://www.heartlandanimalshelter.net/

Assisi Animal Foundation and Cageless No-Kill Shelter
P.O. Box 143, Crystal Lake, IL 60039-0143
815-455-9411
www.assisi.org

Anderson Animal Shelter
1000 S. LaFox St. (Rte. 31), South Elgin, IL 60177
847-697-2880
Mon 2 pm - 8 pm; Tues - Thurs 12 pm - 6 pm; Fri 1 pm - 6 pm; Sat - Sun 11 am - 4 pm
www.andersonanimalshelter.org

Pets In Need
Ringwood, IL
Call for directions: 815-728-1462
www.petsinneedmidwest.org

Young at Heart Pet Rescue
Adopts senior cats and dogs
Palatine, IL
847-529-2025
info@yahpetrescue.com
http://www.yahpetrescue.com/

PACT Humane Society
Operates in PetSmart Darien, Schaumburg/Woodfield,
Schaumburg/Barrington Rd
PO Box 841
Downers Grove, IL 60615
630-375-7017
www.pacthumanesociety.org/

CHICAGO/SOUTH SUBURBS

Chicago Animal Care and Control
2741 South Western Ave, Chicago, IL
312-747-1406
Daily 12 pm - 7 pm
www.ci.chi.il.us/AnimalCareControl

Anti-Cruelty Society
510 N LaSalle (at Grand), Chicago, IL
312-644-8338
Tues, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun noon - 5 pm; Mon, Thurs noon - 7 pm
www.anticruelty.org

Red Door Animal Shelter
Cats, Rabbits and Dogs
2410 W. Lunt, Chicago, IL 60645
773-764-2242
Mon - Thurs 1 pm - 5 pm; Fri - Sun 12 pm - 4 pm
www.reddoorshelter.org

PAWS - Pets Are Worth Saving
PAWS Adoption Center
1997 N Clybourn, Chicago, IL 60614
773-935-PAWS (7297)
Mon, Tues, Fri noon - 7 pm; Sat - Sun 11 am - 5 pm
Weds, Thurs Closed
www.pawschicago.org

Tree House Animal Foundation (Cats only)
1212 W. Carmen, Chicago, IL 60640
773-784-5488
Wed - Sun 12 pm - 6 pm
www.treehouseanimals.org

Felines (Cats only)
6379 N. Paulina, Chicago, IL 60660
773-465-4132
Mon - Sun 12:30 pm - 6 pm
www.felinesinc.org

Lake Shore Animal Shelter
1328 W Lake St., Chicago, IL 60607
312-409-1162
www.lakeshoreanimalshelter.org

Animal Adoption Associates
Chicago North Side
P.O. Box 2104
Chicago, IL
http://www.petfinder.org/shelters/IL174.html

APA’s Harmony House for Cats
3809 N Kedzie, Chicago, IL
773-463-6667
Fri 4 - 8 pm; Sat - Sun 12 pm - 4 pm
www.hhforcats.org

Chicago Canine Rescue Foundation
Chicagoland Area
312-458-9294
Contact for information and appointment
www.chicagocaninerescue.org

ARFhouse
Network of Foster Homes
Dogs, Cats, Rabbits, Guinea Pigs
www.arfchicago.org

Hinsdale Humane Society
630-323-5630
22 North Elm Street, Hinsdale, Illinois 60521
Tues 2 - 8 pm; Wed - Fri 12 pm - 6 pm; Sat - Sun 10 am - 4 pm
www.hinsdalehumanesociety.org

Animal Welfare League
10305 Southwest Highway, Chicago Ridge, IL
708-636-8586
Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri 11 am - 2 pm & 7 pm - 9 pm; Sat - Sun 11 am - 3 pm; (Closed Wednesdays)
www.animalwelfareleague.com

West Surburban Humane Society
1901 W Ogden Ave, Downers Grove, IL
630-960-9600
Mon - Fri 11 am - 2 pm & 7pm - 9pm; Sat - Sun 11 am - 3 pm
www.wshs-dg.org

Naperville Humane Society
1620 W. Diehl Road, Naperville, IL 60563
630-420-8989
Mon, Thurs 5 pm - 8 pm; Tues, Wed, Fri 1 pm - 6 pm; Sat - Sun 12 pm - 4 pm
www.napervillehumanesociety.org

A.D.O.P.T.
420 Industrial Drive, Naperville IL, 60563
630-355-2299
Cat adoptions: Mon, Wed, Thurs 12 pm - 2 pm & 6 pm - 8 pm; Tues 12 pm - 2 pm; Fri 12 pm - 2 pm; Sat-Sun 12 pm - 3 pm
Dog adoptions: Sat - Sun 12 pm - 3 pm; Tues 6 pm - 8 pm
www.adoptpetshelter.org

ALTERNATIVE PETS

BIRDS

Refuge for Saving the Wildlife, Inc.
Psittacine birds
Northbrook
847-509-1026
www.rescuethebirds.com/

FERRETS

Greater Chicago Ferret Association Shelter
708-442-8650
www.gcfa.com

RABBITS

House Rabbit Society
847-266-0068
www.hrschicago.org

Red Door Animal Shelter
2410 W. Lunt, Chicago, IL 60645
773-764-2242
Mon - Thurs 1 pm - 5 pm; Fri - Sun 12 pm - 4 pm
www.reddoorshelter.org

REPTILES

Chicago Herpetological Society
Adoptions - Linda Malawy
630-717-9955
www.chicagoherp.org

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Best Pet Friendly Hotels of 2007

Audience Winner Editorial Winner
1. Sofitel Chicago Water Tower
20 E Chestnut St , Chicago , IL , 60611
This stunning Gold Coast hotel has a French accent Allegro Chicago, A Kimpton Hotel
171 W Randolph St , Chicago , IL , 60601
This Loop business hotel takes its style cues from the Windy City’s rich musical heritage and nearby theaters.

2. Allegro Chicago, A Kimpton Hotel
171 W Randolph St , Chicago , IL , 60601
This Loop business hotel takes its style cues from the Windy City’s rich musical heritage and nearby theaters.

3. W Chicago Lakeshore
644 N Lake Shore Dr , Chicago , IL , 60611
This hotel on Lake Shore Drive has million-dollar views and a sexy, Asian-influenced design.

4. W Chicago City Center
172 W Adams St , Chicago , IL , 60603
Loud, loungey music pulses through the lobby of this lively Loop hotel.

5. The Palmer House Hilton
17 E Monroe St , Chicago , IL , 60603
This classic Loop hotel has 19th-century charm and 21st-century service and amenities.

6. The Fairmont Chicago
200 North Columbus Drive , Chicago , IL , 60601
Distinguishing itself with a commitment to hospitality, this 45-story luxury hotel stands out.

7. Chicago Sutton Place Hotel
21 E Bellevue Pl , Chicago , IL , 60611
For those who want an intimate urban environment.

8. Hotel Burnham
1 W Washington St , Chicago , IL , 60602
Vacationers and business travelers are drawn to the romantic touches and modern amenities of this historic Loop hotel.

9. Hotel Monaco Chicago
225 N Wabash Ave , Chicago , IL , 60601
This colorful French-style hotel mixes plush decor with a dose of luxury for the business or pleasure traveler.

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June 27, 2008

Chicago and Evanston Dog Training…

Now Serving: Chicago City, Evanston, Morton Grove, Willmette, Kenilworth, Schiller Park, Melrose Park, Maywood, Bellwood, Harwood Heights, Norridge, Franklin Park, Glenview, Des Plaines, Lincolnwood, Niles, Skokie, Elmwood Park, Elmhurst, Lombard, Downers Grove, Oak Park, and Cicero.

The GROUP CLASS portion of any Lesson Plan will shift in time and location in order to make it easyier for dog owners to make room in their schedule for the training. Check the GROUP CLASS Schedule frequently, or call for time, location or cancellations. (608) 381-1527.

For other Pet care services including Dog Sitting check out www.sitandstaychicago.com

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October 20, 2008

Aggressive Dog Training

September 15, 2008

Chicago Dog Training

August 10, 2008

Police Dog Training

August 9, 2008

Shock Collar

August 3, 2008

Dog Obedience around Cats

July 31, 2008

Chicago Animal Shelters

Best Pet Friendly Hotels of 2007

June 27, 2008

Chicago and Evanston Dog Training…

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