It's a hot one out there!
 I read somewhere that 40 of the 50 states will be in extremely high heat conditions this week. So be sure to take care of yourself and your dog! If you’re hot, imagine wearing fur! Now imagine for a minute that you can’t sweat. Nope, the only way you can expel heat from your body is to pant or through the pads of your feet. So if you’re walking on those pads, how much relief are you getting? And you probably don’t even want to think about walking on hot pavement! Keep in mind, too, the core of your dog’s body is also closer to the ground – which holds the heat this time of year. Here is a great article about Heat Stroke in Dogs. Yes, dogs can get heat stroke! So take care and keep your dog cool.
Hellooo Wisconsin!
ANIMAL COMMUNICATION WORKSHOP - Marilyn will be traveling to the Appleton/Fox Valley area of Wisconsin again this year to teach a 4-hour Animal Communication Workshop. This is a slightly expanded version of the workshop she recently taught to students of the Veterinary Technology program at Argosy University.
July 31 from 9:30a – 1:30p
For more information: Click here. REGISTER TODAY!
This workshop is recommended for - pet owners, trainers, handlers, veterinary professionals and students, holistic practitioners, breeders, breed rescuers, boarders, barn managers, intuitive healers and wellness practitioners, guide dog guardians and trainers, nature enthusiasts, and anyone who wants to experience a deeper connection with animals.
ANIMAL COMMUNICATION PRACTICE - We will also have a Practice Session later in the afternoon at 3PM for people who participated in the morning workshop and want to stay to practice their new-found skills or for people who have studied animal communication previously and want to get together with like-minded individuals to hone their skills.
 MEET & GREET - For clients or animal loving people that just want to hang out with like-minded fun folks. We will be getting together for a POTLUCK Sunday, July 31 ~ 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm, Appleton/Fox Valley Area, WI. E-mail us and we'll give you directions ~ Bring a dish to share!
 We've got class!
Dog Obedience classes are going strong at Paws & Pals in Prior Lake. Puppy and Foundations classes run every week and new dogs are joining all the time. You and your dog should come join us, too!
Take your dog's training to the next level!!!
Level 1 and Level 2 classes start: August 18th
Click here for details
Waconia classes will begin again at VIP Pet Services in late summer. Please contact us if you are interested in starting training Waconia.
Is that a Real Dog on Stage?!
Pure Spirit is proud to have been the official dog trainer for the Children's Theatre Company's production of ANNIE this spring. We had a great time working with the talented actors, crew and administrators that made this heart-warming Story come to life. Check out the wonderful pictures and find out what it was like to work with the canine actors for the role of Sandy. Click here for the whole story!
And Sandy made an impact on and off the stage...
 We heard the sweetest story from The Children's Theatre Company gift shop manager. During a performance of Annie a little girl and her mom left the theater. Girl was upset because Sandy was homeless and lost... and the dog should have a home. Serendipitously, Tulip (who was playing Sandy that day) got off the elevator with her owner, Linda at the same time. Linda and Tulip assured the little girl that she was just ‘acting homeless’. What compassionate young lady!
Dog Training Tip
"An uninspiring person believes according to what he achieves. An aspiring person achieves according to what he believes." - Sri Chinmoy
Your dog's potential is limited by your creativity and motivation to teach them. Make learning with your dog a priority and aspire to be great! Read More...
Godspeed, Portia! We Miss You!
And on a sad note we said good-bye to one of our own this week. Portia (11YO, GSD) passed away Friday evening leaving behind her well-worn body that had succumbed to seizures over the past year. Read Marilyn's tribute to her beloved best friend. Click here.
That yummy looking salad picture up above is courtesy of Nuchylee.
Annie photographs are by Dan Norman Photography.
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