Green Acres Staff Earn
Certifications & CEU’s

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For Immediate Release

Monday, May 05, 2008
Contact:     Don Hanson
Green Acres Kennel Shop
945-6841

[Bangor] -Barbara Mathies, a pet care technician at Green Acres Kennel Shop in Bangor, has earned Level I certification through the American Boarding Kennel Association (ABKA).

In order to be certified by the ABKA, a pet care technician must pass a comprehensive exam which covers Breed Recognition, Small Animal Anatomy and Physiology, Boarding Care, Emergency Care and First Aid, Geriatric and Degenerative Disease Care, Contagious Disease, Parasites, Zoonotic Diseases, Pesticides and Customer Relations.

Kate Dutra, Training Manager, Becky Ruggiero, Lead Trainer, and Don Hanson, Co-owner and Director of Behavior Counseling and Training at the Green Acres Kennel Shop recently attended the Canadian Association of Professional Pet Dog Trainers (CAPPDT) annual educational conference in Ottawa, Ontario. The theme of the three day conference was exploring our relationships with pets and attracted attendees from throughout Canada and the northeastern United States. Featured speakers included Bob Bailey, Dr. Jesus Rosales-Ruiz, Dr. Simon Gadbois, Phil Akrow and Green Acres own Don Hanson.

In business since 1965, Green Acres Kennel Shop at 1653 Union Street is an American Boarding Kennel Association (ABKA) accredited facility offering boarding, daycare and grooming for dogs and cats, as well as pet behavior consultations and training classes. The Green Acres retail store offers a wide variety of wholesome pet foods, treats and quality supplies. For more information, please call 945-6841 or visit www.greenacreskennel.com.