Yappy Hour is the perfect opportunity
for people to mix and mingle while their dogs
socialize with their four-legged buddies! Join us
monthly on the 2nd Tuesday of every month from
5-7PM. Appetizers, treats and drinks served.
Donations made to a local rescue in honor of all who attend
Guest Speakers for the Summer 2013 are as follows:
Date: June 11, 2013 5:00-7:00pm
Topic: Learn about Flower Essences for Fear Issues for your Pets
Presenter: Kelly Holland Azzaro, RA, CCAP,CBFP, LMT
Where: Best Friend's Barkery, Downtown Banner Elk
Does your pet suffer from fear and anxiety issues? fear of loud noises (firecrackers, gunshots, lighting and thunder), separation anxiety, lack of confidence etc. If so, join us at My Best Friend's Barkery for an educational and presentation on the use of natural flower remedies and botanicals that can be useful to help your animal friends to be less stressed and more calm.
About the Presenter: Kelly Holland Azzaro is a Registered Aromatherapist, Certified Clinical Aromatherapy Practitioner, Certified Bach Flower Practitioner and Licensed Massage Therapist. She offers over 20 years of professional experience in the Holistic Healing Arts. Kelly has educational training in Acupressure, Aromatherapy, Bach Flower Essences, Herbs, Cranial-sacral Therapy, Reiki and Massage Therapy for both people and their animal friends. Kelly has her own line of all natural aromatherapy botanical products; 'Ashi Aromatics', that are certified by PETA cruelty-free and vegan. She teaches educational classes and workshops and offers an Animal Aromatherapy Certification Course. She is the past President of NAHA (National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy). Kelly is the Founder and President of: The Holistic Animal Association. She and her husband Marco, a licensed Acupuncturist, have a Holistic Healing Center in the North Carolina Blue Ridge Mountains.
Date: July 9, 2013 5:00-7:00pm
Topic: Pet First Aid
Presenter:Dr. David W Linzey, DVM, Animal Emergency & Pet Care Clinic
Where: Best Friend's Barkery, Downtown Banner Elk
Dr. Linzey is a 1994 graduate of the North Carolina State University College of Veterinary Medicine. Since that time, he has practiced small animal and emergency medicine in Taylorsville and Hickory, NC. Dr. Linzey and his wife, Debi, established the emergency clinic in 2005 and reside in Boone, NC.
Date: August 13, 2013 5:00-7:00pm
Topic: TBD
Presenter:TBD
Where: Best Friend's Barkery, Downtown Banner Elk
Date: Sept 10, 2013 5:00-7:00pm
Topic: Pet Dental Health
Presenter: Dr.Susan M Mervin. Veterinarian, Animal Emergency & Pet Care Clinic
Where: Best Friend's Barkery, Downtown Banner Elk
Dr. Mervin is a 1996 graduate of the Kansas State University College of Veterinary Medicine. She completed a small animal medicine and surgery internship at Auburn University following graduation. Dr. Mervin has served in a variety of capacities at numerous hospitals and joined the practice in 2010 as a part-time clinician with an emphasis on dentistry.
Summer/Fall 2012
September 11th 6-8PM
Dr Sara Cooper of The Animal Emergency & Pet Care Clinic of the High Country will be here talking about "Common Household Toxins"
October 9th 6-8PM Nancy Kaiser, Animal Communicator, Healer & Author
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Yappy Hour:
Join us for our last Yappy Hour of 2011 at My Best Friend's Barkery with special guest Dr. Maggie Federhart of Whispering Waters Animal Care December 12th from 5 PM to 7PM . Dr. Maggie practices Conventional as well as Holistic Medicine and provides Veterinary Acupuncture, Homeopathy and Chiropractic Canine Rehabilitation Therapy. She will be here to talk about nutrition and natural supplements for allergies and arthritis. For more information call
828-898-5625
Holiday Pet Photography Day At My Best Friend’s Barkery November 5th
Capture those lovable moments that make you pet special
Saturday November 5, Sheryl Mann of Flying Dogs Photography will be here to capture that special look just in time for the holidays
Please call 828-898-5626 to book your appointment. Sitting fee: $10.00 each additional pet $5.00
Yappy Hour: Yappy Hour is the perfect opportunity for people to mix and mingle while their dogs socialize with their four-legged buddies! Join us monthly on the 2
nd Tuesday of every month from 6-8PM. Appetizers, treats and drinks served. Special guest speaker as follows:
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August 9th: Dr Knowles of High Country Animal Clinic will be here to talk about “Keeping Your Pets Healthy in the High Countryâ€. Bring your well-behaved pets; treats, food and drinks will be served
September 13th: TBD
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October 11th: Rosie Scheiman with Herbsmith will be here to talk about the benefits of their unique herbal solutions and improve overall animal wellness and Stephanie Mullins with Holistic Pet Source will be here to answer your concern on a proper die
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Canine Good Citizen Class
Starts Saturday August 6, space is limited class time is 10:30 to 12:00. Call 828-898-5625 for more details
July 31st, 2011
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Please join us as we celebrate the Avery County Centennial with The Dog Daze of Summer Dog Show. An afternoon of dog gone fun will be had as dogs of all ages and breeds compete for prizes and ribbons in various categories from the Smallest to the Largest, the Best Handshake to the Best Tail Wagger, the Youngest and the Oldest and many more. All category winners will go on to compete for the title of “People’s Choice†and the grand prize. A local trainer will be on hand to demonstrate training techniques. This event will also include raffles prizes for a Birthday Cake and a New Puppy Package for your furry best friend. The event is co-sponsored by My Best Friend’s Barkery & Pet Boutique located in downtown Banner Elk and part of the proceeds will benefit the Avery County Humane Society.
Dog Show Registration Form
Rules & Registration Form
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June 18th, 2011
We will be having pet photographer, Sheryl Mann of Flying Dogs Photography, here at the barkery on Saturday June 18th. To book your appointment and for more information please call 828-898-5625
Website: http://www.sherylmannphotography.com/
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