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When I started Mutt Madd-ness Dog Rescue in April
2009 it was my goal to ultimately have a facility where I could
house and nurture my rescue pups. I quickly discovered the reality of nonprofits,
especially small ones, that it is extremely difficult to raise
funds. We all have "real jobs" along with our nonprofit work and there is never enough time in
a day, week, month or year to rescue, nurture, market, fundraise and
adopt - it takes a village and then some.
Over the years I have used many services for my personal and rescue
dogs, that is why in developing Haven I thought long and hard
about the environment I wanted to create. It needed to be someplace
that I felt immediately comfortable in. Playful, intimate...a haven
where all things discovered were through your dog's eyes. To that end, I
have canvassed products, materials, design, ventilation, sanitation,
lighting, bedding and people to make your dog's experience the most
familiar, calming, We are passionate about dogs and would love to get to know yours. We invite you to give them a place to hang out during the day, spend the night, be trained, bathed and groomed and get all of their at home needs. For our rescue pups that we already know and love, let's get reacquainted!
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BOARDING | DAY PLAY | Training | GROOMING | RETAIL | ADOPTIONS
BOARDING | Overnight Care
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A sample "Day in the Life" Our overnight care is complete. Our pup guests enjoy a bright, yet cozy den with a comfortable bed, feeding dish and water bowl. To keep the pups entertained we provide toys and treats and by day's end they are well exercised and ready for a good night's sleep. Overnight dogs enjoy a similar schedule as a dog here for the day. In the morning your dog enjoys a potty break, has breakfast and gets some individual playtime before the other day play dogs arrive. The rest of the day they are enjoying a day of play, rest, mental stimulation and one-on-one time. In the evening, after all have gone, they are provided an end-of-day potty break, they are then tucked in to their comfy bed with a fresh drink of water and to soothing classical music. We try to simulate a normal day in the life for dogs in our boarding area including day-to-night lighting. We know that there is no place like home, but we try to take special care to make sure your dog is as comfortable as possible. For dogs staying for an extended period of time, dogs that are new to boarding, or any dogs that just need that extra touch, we have lots of ways to make them feel comfortable during their stay. There is no extra charge for these hand-on activities because we think it is all part of keeping your dog happy and comfortable. We ask that you supply your pup's regular food in order to avoid unnecessary tummy upsets and to help make your dog more comfortable while away from home. You are also welcome to send along some personal items from home; although, we ask that you do not bring any bulky and/or breakable items. Unless otherwise noted, we feed our adult dogs twice a day, in the morning and evening. Puppies are provided with an additional mid-day meal. We have a full kitchen and can easily accommodate any feeding requirements at no extra charge. If your dog receives medications and/or supplements, please bring those items with detailed instructions for administering. Administering medications and supplements are included in the cost of care.
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DAY PLAY | Daycare | A sample "Day in the Life"
Day Play is much more than just having a place to put
your pet while you are away at work. Why Doggie Day Play?
Our lives are so busy, we sometimes just don't have the time to give our pup the play and stimulation they need. Dogs are pack animals – they need exercise and socialization. This supervised "indoor dog park" is the best place for them to be during the day while you're busy at work or running errands. Our friendly and caring professionals will see that your best friend gets all the attention and exercise needed in a dog-friendly and safe setting. We also have an onsite doggie treadmill for those that may be a little overweight and could use some walking time, those that are high energy and need to run like the wind and those that just enjoy a little change of pace. At the end of an exhausting day, you'll head home with a happy and well-exercised pal.
Day Play is a cage-free service designed for social
dogs to play and have fun. Safety is our primary goal. Haven
requires a Trial Day prior to first Day Play Day and Boarding Stay
A note about dog play: When dogs play they use their paws and mouths and it often mimics fighting or wrestling. In rare instances play can go too far and a dog may get bitten or scratched. Think of it like the playground, occasionally, kids who play hard end up with a cut, bump or bruise. Rest assured our trained staff takes the safety of the dogs in our care very seriously and takes all precautions to avoid any occurrence of injury. We are constantly evaluating your dog’s overall well-being while in our care. In the event your dog is injured or becomes ill while at Haven they will be treated onsite immediately, and if necessary, will be transported to your preferred vet or one of our local veterinarians. Our staff is trained in Pet First Aid and we have a fully stocked Dog First Aid Kit on hand. We will always err on the side of caution when it comes to the well being of our guests. If we feel veterinary care is appropriate, we will always attempt to contact you first. However, we will not delay the transportation to a veterinarian if we feel care is urgently needed. We have four veterinary services we work directly with and all are less than 4 miles from our facility.
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TRAINING | B. Good Haven offers a variety of behavior and obedience courses designed to make your dog the best it can be. Our programs are flexible and are for all breeds and all ages. And yes, old dogs can learn new tricks! Our on-staff trainer, Byron Haygood (B. Good) is a patient, experienced, calm-assertive pack leader who loves all animals. Byron has lived and worked with dogs for over 15 years. During that time, he's had the opportunity to work with numerous breeds and all types of behavior issues, from fear and anxiety to severe aggression. Byron discovered one of the most effective tools in the rehabilitation of a dog is "Pack Power"! Being around a pack of happy, balanced dogs helps your dog to become more balanced themselves. In addition to careful observation and appropriate corrections, your dog will enjoy being a dog calmly in any situation. You won't believe your eyes! Byron understands and employs a variety of training techniques including positive reinforcement training which uses praise and/or treats to reward your dog for doing something you want him to do. Positive reinforcement is one of your most powerful tools for shaping or changing your dog's behavior. Your dog speaks volumes and Byron listens. He will share his techniques with you to better prepare you with solutions that work. He will show you how to be a true pack leader, which allows you to communicate with your dog in a way they understand. Byron is also on hand to work with your dog during his/her Day Play. Feel like your pup needs a little one-on-one to address or correct minor behavior issues, Byron will work with your pup during its time here. Clients are encouraged to schedule an initial evaluation/consultation with Byron in order to determine the best methods for their dog's success. The consultation fee of $65 will provide you with peace of mind and allow you to move forward in structuring the lifestyle you seek for you and your dog.
Byron devotes endless hours to Rescue and Outreach projects throughout the Atlanta community. He has been actively involved with the Humane Society of The United States and their local programs; was part of a CNN production with Cesar Millan, host of The Dog Whisperer, at Dekalb County Animal Control to help raise awareness of adopting dogs from shelters; and is very involved in the Atlanta Underdog Initiative and The Coalition to Unchain Dogs to name just a few!
Rachael has spent her entire life around animals. As a child her parents took in every dog that was dropped at their ranch. If the dog had a behavior problem they would work with the dog using positive reinforcement until he became a well adjusted pet. Rachael's desire is to help every dog stay with their family -- forever.
Rachael's training program teaches you and your dog
how to relate to each other. Your dog will develop a respect and
trust for each family member and all of you will develop the same
with your dog.
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GROOMING A healthy pet is a happy pet and we all know that "cleanliness is next to dog-liness." Haven offers complete grooming services provided by highly skilled professionals. Our groomers are experienced in all breeds and have the knowledge to exemplify your pet's best qualities. Whether you seek a simple and functional trim, or a highly technical trim, we can accommodate you. A low stress, safe and sanitary environment is top priority and grooming products used are all natural. Your pups Re:Treat begins with a wonderful warm bath utilizing a cleansing and renewing shampoo. One of our rich, all-natural tearless shampoos actively cleanses your pet’s skin while removing deep-down dirt and dander. In this calming environment, your pup's back and head are gently massaged to soothe away their everyday stress from digging, jogging and jumping. The Haven Bath includes a nail clipping and ear cleansing.
We treat all of our dogs like they are show dogs. The end results of a Haven transformation is that your pup looks, feels and smells beautiful. All grooming services are available by daily appointment, or can be scheduled with overnight boarding accommodations.
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RETAIL | All Things Dog When it comes to what we purchase for you, we have made a conscious decision to look for the best products at the best value. We have chosen to stock items that we would not hesitate to purchase for our own dogs. When it comes to food, we know there are 1000's of choices; we have selected two to start. Science Diet, a food that we've had success with for our rescues and Precise, a wholesome, nutritious diet for your dog. Toys, leashes, collars, bowls and other paraphernalia...you may not see a lot of frou-frou, that's because we all have dogs that can chew a toy, blanket, and bed up in 5 minutes or less. We will try to provide a "solid" selection of dog-proof items for your canine companions, as if that's a pawsibility!
Our Adoption Puppy Package - Newly adopted
Mutt Madd-ness pups will receive 10% off in-store items on their
first purchase.
We offer the perfect walk-away combination for you and your new pup:
crate or baby gate, food/water bowls, bed, toys and dog food. All
wrapped up into one great value package!
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MUTT
MADD-NESS DOG RESCUE | Adoptions Everything we do is all about our love for the dog. We are so excited about having our own location for our dog adoptions! The great part is our regular Saturday Adoptions will now be expanded to seven day a week adoptions. Saturday will still be primary, but you can drop in anytime to visit with and adopt our in-facility rescue pups. It will be the meeting place for all future adoptions. Dogs that are currently in foster homes can be brought to Haven for meet & greet sessions by appointment. We invite you to visit our rescue site!
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Requirements | Haven Registration Form Sleep Overs
Day Play
* Elder, medically-challenged and/or other situations may exclude the neuter requirement, please discuss with our Canine Concierge. All females must be spayed.
What is Dog Evaluation? The evaluation generally begins by removing all other dogs from the play area. The new dog is then brought in and is allowed to check out the play area. Then, one at a time, other dogs are introduced to the newcomer. The goal of the introduction is to observe how the dog reacts. The first several dogs introduced are usually ones known to be “low-key”, mild-mannered, or submissive dogs. Our trainers watch for warning signals, such as: stiffness, stress, high tail carriage, and ears/body forward - all signs of potential increased aggression. If aggression is observed, it must be very mild (i.e. snapping to send a message, without actual contact). Obviously, for the safety of all, any dog who appears overly aggressive will not be allowed. Once a dog is deemed “safe for play” or is ”accepted” into our program, he/she is free to attend our Play Day any day of the week or as an overnight guest. Haven reserves the right to refuse admittance to any pet guest for any reason, at any time, who lacks proof of vaccinations, displays signs of untreated or potentially contagious conditions, demonstrates aggressive behavior, or who fails our standard health and temperament policies.
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You will find refurbished and
vintage items sprinkled throughout the store and at an occasional
outdoor market. These unique
treasures, like our rescues, are also looking to be rescued and
re-homed. Each of these specially selected items was dug up while meandering around
town, web, and countryside. We hope you'll enjoy these finds as much
as we do. 100% of the
profit from these special "Rescued Too" items goes directly to
Mutt Madd-ness Dog Rescue. 
