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— Ask the owner before petting Rover. —Petting the chin is where to begin. —Respecting his space will save your face. —If he has a bone, leave him alone. —Quiet and slow is the way to go. —If you run and shout, he’s gonna freak out. —He’ll think you’re the bomb if you act very…

The SMS-Columbus Puppy Preschool begins 6 PM, February 15, 2011, at 3110 W. Fair Avenue in Lancaster. Can’t wait to see you all! For more information, give us a call at (614) 429-5021

Wondering where to take your pet in the Columbus area? Try these Metro Parks with PET TRAILS— http://www.metroparks.net/TrailsPetTrails.aspx

SMS-Columbus has it all! Grooming— Our groomers are fantastic! With over 15 years of experience, Amy and T will make your dog feel good and look good! Best prices in the area! Boarding— Our facility is clean and cozy, and our staff is amazing! Your dog won’t want to leave once he’s stayed with us!) Training—…

SMS- Columbus will be at the Columbus Build, Remodel & Landscape Expo at the Columbus Convention Center on January 14, 15, and 16. Stop by and check out all of the amazing sites, get some fantastic ideas AND meet the SMS-Columbus Crew! Pharoah and Terry will be starting off the event on Friday morning with Dave and Hera pulling…

How do you keep your dog feeling good? EXERCISE! Regular exercise helps prevent obesity and health risks associated with aging. It also expends energy which can help your dog cope with separation anxiety and misbehavior in your absence (if he’s tired, he’ll nap instead of eating your couch cushions).

 By Dr. Debra Primovic 1. Interview – Interview the kennel on the phone. Find out how long they have been in business and ask for references. Use those references. Make a surprise visit or tour the facility before you schedule the boarding. Notice the place is clean, smells, check out where the dogs are boarded,…

Our Customer Appreciation Celebration was a BLAST! Check out the pics from the day of fun with friends from SMS- Columbus!

The Upper Arlington Parks and Recreation Department is registering NOW for their Dog Training Classes taught by SMS- Columbus. This is the second series of classes and they begin in mid-October. Held on Tuesday and Thursday 6-7:30 pm at Thompson Park, the course is four weeks long. For more information or to register, go to www.ua-ohio.net/parks.

Don’t forget to drop by the Pickaway County Fairgrounds in Circleville this afternoon for the Pet Expo! Terry and Pharaoh, and Liz and Coby will be in the SMS booth- stop over and say hello! Stay for awhile and show off your SMS dog! SMS performs at noon! Rabies vaccinations and microchipping (at discounted rates) will…