Shadowland Kennels
Obedience Classes and Boarding
2501 Galeston Ave.
Oskaloosa, Iowa 52577
One hour Southeast of Des Moines
15 minutes from Pella and Knoxville
641-673-5491
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Updated-
7/22/2010
Boarding Drop off and Pick up Hours
Canine Caviar Dog Food and Buffalo Treats
New- Acupuncture or Chiropractic for my Pet
Training
Intermediate Obedience & Agility Classes
Fall Classes!
Our Fall Beginner Obedience Classes
Start September 15th! We also have some K-9 Basics Seminars and Optional Training Sessions you can attend until then.
Click here for more information!
Don't Miss Out on our September Session -Our next Beginners session will not start until 2012.
LOOK at our new Spiffydog Air Collars!
The most COMFORTABLE collar on the planet!
Adjustable quick clip collars with quick dry fabric that breathes and doesn't retain odor.
Lots of styles in large, medium, small and petite sizes.
One of Dog Fancy's Top 15 Editors Choice Award Winners!
Shadowland is the Exclusive Iowa Dealer.
Quick Look at what's up for Beginner Obedience
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Click here for Information on Beginners classes
September, 15th 2010.
Dogs must be up to date on all immunizations and parasite free.
Welcome to Shadowland Kennels. Constructed in 2001, we have a modern, clean and secure environment to house your pet while you are away. Our 28 unit Indoor/Outdoor dog boarding kennel is climate controlled with Central Air and wonderful Radiant Floor Heat to warm the floor for your dog in the winter.
We pride ourselves in keeping a clean, safe and friendly environment for your dog. Steel siding and durable chain link inside and out provide a secure surrounding for your pet. Your dog will quickly learn to use the doggy door to go either inside or outside within his enclosure. The interior kennel is not dark and dismal, but well aired with ceiling fans and naturally lit with several windows.
Your dog can play with other dogs in one of our fenced outside play areas twice daily or, if you prefer, have the area all to himself for a little outside stretching. This area is rocked so that your dog stays clean even on a rainy day.
For an extra fee, your dog can be taken for a private hillside walk around our pond.
Dogs are made to feel welcome, loved and comfortable by our responsible and friendly staff. Most dogs genuinely get excited about their visit to Shadowland Kennels. They look forward to seeing old friends and meeting new ones and love the biscuits, cuddling, butt-scratching and head pats given generously by the staff.
Cat Boarding
We have modern cat enclosures that provide a safe and sanitary environment for your cat during their stay. Cats are in a cozy room separate from the dogs and have a window to look outside. Each enclosure is equipped with a cat perch so your cat has more variety and room than a standard cage. Your cat will receive plenty of attention, ear scratches and time outside his suite at Shadowland Kennels.
Staff
Shadowland Kennels owners, Julie McVay-Reeves and Jim Reeves, have over 14 years experience with dogs in obedience classes and boarding. Staff at Shadowland are carefully trained to provide excellent care of your pet. Shannon DePenning has been a fundamental part of Shadowland for several years now, providing care for our dogs, the guest boarders and assisting with all levels of obedience and agility classes. Jane Funni is an avid dog owner and has worked closely with Shelter and Animal Rescue groups over the years. Jane often serves as our Kennel Manager when we are away and has been with us for many years. Jeremy Carmer steps in from time to time to manage the kennel and is a welcome addition to our dedicated, hard working personel. Sarah Hodges, Allison Adams and Kayla Marshal also help out with cleaning and care of the dogs. Rest assured that your dog or cat will be in knowledgeable and responsible care when they stay with us at Shadowland Kennels.
$14.00/Night per dog. Includes Iams dog food. $18.00 Minimum fee for one night.
$9.00/Night per Cat. Includes Iams Cat Food. $12.00 Minimum fee.
Dogs are let out into our rock exercise area at least twice daily. This is included in the cost of boarding.
Remember that we charge by the night, not the day like some facilities, so it doesn't matter which drop off or pick up time you use-the cost is the same. For example, if you bring your dog on Friday morning and pick up on Monday evening, the cost would be the same as if you dropped off Friday evening and pick up Monday morning. 3 nights= 42.00.
Our regular drop-off and pick-up times are:
9:30-10:30 AM
and
5:00-6:00 PM
Monday through Saturday.
While we still care for our boarding guests each and every day of the year, we are closed for drop-offs and pick-ups on Sundays and Holidays.
Please pick up one of our business cards-the hours are listed on the back.
Fill out a boarding contract ahead of time.
Making Reservations:
Due to our busy schedules with the many facets of our business that require us to be with the dogs, in the kennels, training, shoveling snow or mowing, we are difficult to catch on the phone. It is likely that you will need to leave a message. We will return your call as soon as possible. Leave a message with the dates/drop off times you want to board, name of pet, your name, phone or email and let us know if you are a new customer. Email is a great option and is checked often. Due to losses in cyberspace, down servers or computers and answering machine errors, please send another reminder email or call again if you do not get a reply within 1 business day.
You must email or call for a reservation ahead of time. Summer vacation and holidays fill up fast, so please call early!
Cancellations: Last minute cancellations, especially during Holidays and Summer, are a loss of revenue for us since we usually cannot rent the unit you had reserved quickly, and have already turned boarders away because we are full. Similar to a Motel, should you cancel your reservation less than 48 hours in advance, you may be billed for a two night stay.
Dogs must be up to date on D/P Booster, Bordetella and Rabies vaccinations and parasite free. Bring your vet record on your first visit and after that, bring your yearly updates. Take a look at our Kennel Policies for dogs.
ATTENTION HOLIDAY BOARDING GUESTS
Please make your reservations EARLY for the Holidays of Christmas, Thanksgiving, 4th of July, Spring Break, Labor Day & Memorial Day. We can and do fill up more quickly each year. Please note that due to limited space we will have a minimum 3 day boarding fee of $42.00 enforced during major holidays.
These services are offered only to dogs that are being boarded.
Dog Nail Trimming during stay- $12.00 ($4.00 discount for good behavior- ;-))
Basic Bathing is also available during stays and includes FREE ear cleaning.
Small dogs- $10.00
Medium dogs- $15.00
Large dogs- $20.00
Giant breeds - $25.00
Basic Brushing-Using our Furminator Deshedding tool.
Once Over- $8.00
Twice is Nice- $12.00
Git R Done- $18.00
Hairy Monster!- $24.00
Walks-
We offer Individual Walks across the back acreage and around the pond for your dog for a nominal fee.
$5.00 for short walks(10-15 minutes)
$10.00 for Long walks (20-25 minutes).
Flea and Tick prevention seasonally is required for walks.
What you can bring:
You may bring a clean rug, bed or blanket for your dog. However, we are not responsible for damages to items that are brought with the dog. We can supply a clean towel or blanket for your dog too. If you have a smaller dog, you may bring his/her clean crate to put in the run as well. Acceptable, safe toys are also allowed. Please, no more than 3. You may bring some biscuits or treats, but please label them with your dog's name and limit these to one box or container.
What you can't bring:
Please do not bring bowls or buckets, no cow hooves, no small balls and no training collars are allowed on dogs while being boarded.
FOOD
We provide Iams foods for your pet while it is here. Iams has worked extremely well for nearly every dog we have boarded, even when switching from a different brand. Because Iams is a good quality food it does not cause most dogs to get loose stools when switching from another brand and in fact, we have actually seen it firm the stools of dogs that are stressed and on another brand of food. We use it for this very reason. It works! Believe us, if it caused most guests to have loose stools, we would not feed it. ;-)
We prefer to provide Iams for your dog while he/she is boarded, however, if your dog is on a prescription diet and you must bring your dog's own food, according to state law it must be in a plastic or metal sealed container.
Do Not bring a scoop or bowls. Please bring an appropriately sized sealed container that will only hold the amount of food needed while your dog is here. The container should be labeled with your dog's name and the amount (stated as if using a measuring cup) that you usually feed. By State Regulation, NO opened bags of food are allowed. Please do not use plastic bags.
Due to the extra cleanup and our experience with certain foods and reactions to stress, we reserve the right to refuse certain brands of food or charge an additional fee of $2.00/day.
VACCINATIONS:
Your dog MUST be up to date on vaccinations. Rabies is required by State Law for all dogs over 6 months. We Require Rabies vaccinations on all boarded dogs. Most vets will give Rabies vaccinations as young as 3-4 months. We do not take puppies less than 12 weeks old. Your 12 week or older puppy must have had at least 2 of it's puppy series Distemper/Parvo boosters and a Rabies vaccination. Distemper/Parvo Boosters are also required for boarding. Your veterinarian may provide to us instead, a written signed waiver for an Extended Vaccination Schedule(EVS) in accordance with AVMA guidelines. Bordetella vaccinations are required yearly as well and should be given at least 1 week prior to boarding.
All customers are required to bring in a yearly update from the vet showing either it's yearly Booster or EVS (Extended Vaccination Schedule) Waiver. In Mahaska County, a one year Rabies is required for the first year and then the dog may be on a 3 year Rabies Schedule.
We are currently updating ALL records for 2009. You must bring in a copy of your current vaccinations from your veterinarian. Current clients may also be asked to complete a new Boarding Contract.
Fill out your contract ahead of time;
You may complete a contract prior to your stay by printing the contract here. Please bring your copy of your vet record with the contract.
MEDICATIONS:
We will happily administer medication for your dog or cat free if it is only oral medication or ear or eye (or other topical) application. If there are more than one of these 3 things ( ex. Eye plus oral) required for your dog, or if the number of times administered is more than 2 times per day, you will be charged $1.00 extra per day for medical treatment administration.
Read our more detailed Kennel Policies.
We also have a nice selection of Quality Dog Bones, Treats and Rawhides.
Jones Natural Chews
We now offer Jones Natural Chews, one of the finest manufacturers of natural bones in the nation. Safety and Quality are top priorities for Jones Natural Chews. We searched for a product that we could offer with pride. We wanted a product line that we could trust to be safe and of the highest quality for our boarding clients.
Here are just a few of the reasons we chose Jones over all other manufacturers.
* 14 decades of Family Meat Processing Business Experience-Jones is a family owned and operated Business.
* Raw Products from USDA inspected meat plants.
* NO Additives or Preservatives are used!
* All products carry Batch Codes and Sell By Dates
* Only "Food Grade" Natural Smoke and Flavors are used.
* Products are slow baked at low temperatures to preserve flavor and natural moisture.
* Jones bones are prepared by professionally trained butchers.
* All Products are made here in the United States of America!
Check out their website;
- A Holistic, All Natural, Chemical and Hormone Free Pet Food
If you are concerned about the quality of your dog's food, Canine Caviar could be the answer. This product has worked wonders for dogs with allergies, poor eaters, dogs that can't seem to gain weight and dogs that lack energy and zest. Great for all dogs in providing a quality ingredient, highly digestible and all natural diet.
We now carry Canine Caviar, an all natural pet food that contains absolutely NO soy, corn or wheat, ingredients that are commonly associated with food allergies. It is made with Human Grade, Pesticide, Hormone and Antibiotic Free Meats (USDA Chicken and New Zealand Lamb) and contains No Chemical Preservatives and No By-Products. Flaxseed and Fish Meal help provide a proper Omega 3:6 fatty acid balance and other natural ingredients like garlic, yucca and alfalfa provide immune system, joint and internal organ support.
During the recent toxin affected pet food scares, Canine Caviar was not affected because it contains no wheat or wheat gluten as well as no soy or corn.
Once you try this product for your dog, you will be hooked! Your dog will love it! It has many natural benefits that you will be able to see in your dog. It is one of the most nutrient dense foods on the market and contains over 100-200 kcals more per cup than other premium foods. Plus, Canine Caviar is 91%-93% digestible, the highest on the market. This means more food is utilized by your dog, so you will have less waste. You will feed markedly less than commercial foods. I have personally met, Jeff Baker, the founder of Canine Caviar foods. He is genuinely interested in the welfare of your pet over and above the interest of corporate earnings. This small company is growing through word of mouth recommendations, as it should. It is a remarkable, quality pet food. Contact us for more information and find out how YOU can start giving your dog the BEST FOOD ON THE MARKET TODAY! We sell both Canine and Feline Formulas.
We also carry Canine Caviar Free Range Buffalo Treats! Your dog will go CRAZY for these! High Quality-High Protien Chews that your dog will love!
You can purchase Canine Caviar during our regular Drop Off and Pick Up times at the Boarding Kennel or email or call Julie to make other easy arrangements.
We are now also carrying other Holistic Premium Dog and Cat foods, like Fromm Family Foods and Taste of the Wild.
Petsakes Dog and Cat Beds and Pads
Petsakes beds are High Quality Beds made to last and stand up to repeated washings time after time. The entire bed can be machine washed and comes out looking like it did before it went in. They hold their shape because of the quality High Loft Polyester Batting-Not Foam.
We carry a variety of beds and pads and can order whatever size or color you want and have it here within a couple weeks. All Beds and Pads are made right here in Iowa by a family owned and operated business. Check out their website at
Animal Acupuncture and Chiropractic
Shadowland Kennels is a monthly stop location for Chiropractic and soon, Acupuncture Treatment for dogs.
Both Acupuncture and Chiropractic are great drug-free alternatives to healing your pet's body.
Shanie Cahill D.C., C.A.C. of Geneseo, IL is here almost every month throughout the year and has built a solid client list through her chiropractic ability to help animals.
Lisa King DVM is IVAS Trained for Animal Acupuncture and will soon be making her services available as well.
Chiropractic and Acupuncture are both used for therapeutic effects for a variety of problems that your dog may be experiencing.
Chiropractic can help with arthritis, joint problems, back and neck problems, and a variety of other aches and pains your pet may experience.
Through assisting the body's efforts to heal itself, Acupuncture may be used for many things, including Gastrointestinal and respiritory problems, urinary disorders, Musculoskeletal disorders and skin problems.
To make an appointment or for more information, please contact Lisa or Shanie by telephone at the following numbers.
Shanie Cahill; (309)-944-1489
Lisa King; (641)-660-1844
Shadowland Kennels-641-673-5491