THE HOUNDS
ON MERIVALE
*PROPER PET HYGIENE
As a trained "Shampoo Therapist" your dog's skin and fur condition will be evaluated prior to grooming to ensure the correct medicated shampoo and conditioner for your dog will be used.
The skin is the dog's largest organ.
The selection of shampoo and conditioners will ensure that the best possible combinations can be used to provide the best possible topical treatment is provided at The Hounds.
Personal attention is brought to your dog during the shampoo massage to stimulate the fur follicles, topped off with a warm towel service, quiet blow dry, specific fur styling.
anal gland expression extra
ear cleaning/plucking extra
nail trimming is extra
* "BED & BISCUIT" Boarding
day or over night
"walkies" are included
* "RUFF RELAXATION"
massage therapy/rehabilitation
Here is a surprising fact, dogs prefer to be massaged over petting!
One on one private appts. or we now offer virtual on line guidance, our general classes (where you can bring your dog) will resume when permitted for public safety.. hang in there there is a light at the end of the tunnel...woof!
In Karen's opinion dogs are cherished members of the family, she is pleased to bring her skills, and knowledge to Ottawa. She was an instructor at St. Clair College in Windsor, so all this experience has brought to light just how valuable an asset this is to contributing to the health and welfare of animals. She provides complimentary veterinary services that aid in the recovery of animal injury, surgery recovery, degenerative disease joint pain and obesity.
There also an increasingly high interest in canine therapeutic massage as this practice is a holistic approach to complement with veterinary care, in treating and rehabilitating injuries and conditions. As well as maintaining an overall prevention to wellness.
*Cranial sacral therapy
"A gentle hands-on form of healing"
CST is a safe, non-invasive technique, balancing the innate healing abilities of the meningeal system, between the cranium (skull bones) to sacrum (tail bone) bringing with it lasting and beneficial results.
Graduate Veterinary technician
*PROPER PET HYGIENE
As a trained "Shampoo Therapist" your dog's skin and fur condition will be evaluated prior to grooming to ensure the correct medicated shampoo and conditioner for your dog will be used.
The skin is the dog's largest organ.
The selection of shampoo and conditioners will ensure that the best possible combinations can be used to provide the best possible topical treatment is provided at The Hounds.
Personal attention is brought to your dog during the shampoo massage to stimulate the fur follicles, topped off with a warm towel service, quiet blow dry, specific fur styling.
anal gland expression extra
ear cleaning/plucking extra
nail trimming is extra
* "BED & BISCUIT" Boarding
day or over night
"walkies" are included
* "RUFF RELAXATION"
massage therapy/rehabilitation
Here is a surprising fact, dogs prefer to be massaged over petting!
One on one private appts. or we now offer virtual on line guidance, our general classes (where you can bring your dog) will resume when permitted for public safety.. hang in there there is a light at the end of the tunnel...woof!
In Karen's opinion dogs are cherished members of the family, she is pleased to bring her skills, and knowledge to Ottawa. She was an instructor at St. Clair College in Windsor, so all this experience has brought to light just how valuable an asset this is to contributing to the health and welfare of animals. She provides complimentary veterinary services that aid in the recovery of animal injury, surgery recovery, degenerative disease joint pain and obesity.
There also an increasingly high interest in canine therapeutic massage as this practice is a holistic approach to complement with veterinary care, in treating and rehabilitating injuries and conditions. As well as maintaining an overall prevention to wellness.
*Cranial sacral therapy
"A gentle hands-on form of healing"
CST is a safe, non-invasive technique, balancing the innate healing abilities of the meningeal system, between the cranium (skull bones) to sacrum (tail bone) bringing with it lasting and beneficial results.
Graduate Veterinary technician
*"SIT STAY COME"
Behavior consultations available now!
one on one behavior modification solutions, also offered on line with virtual connection, email, phone conversations and video review, you can also drop off and pick up for private lessons, where you are NOT present.
Karen uses only proactive positively reinforced methods your dog will choose to listen because he or she understands your wants.
Karen is fortunate to prove her skills as she competes at very high levels of obedience, tracking and protection within Schutzhund IGP. with her German Shepherd "Druck"
*Obedience Service training:
Personal obedience, scent tracking & protection classes available this spring, call today for information and registration
Private drop off lessons available
*"SIT STAY COME"
Behavior consultations available now!
one on one behavior modification solutions, also offered on line with virtual connection, email, phone conversations and video review, you can also drop off and pick up for private lessons, where you are NOT present.
Karen uses only proactive positively reinforced methods your dog will choose to listen because he or she understands your wants.
Karen is fortunate to prove her skills as she competes at very high levels of obedience, tracking and protection within Schutzhund IGP. with her German Shepherd "Druck"
*Obedience Service training:
Personal obedience, scent tracking & protection classes available this spring, call today for information and registration
Private drop off lessons available
*"NO MORE
DOGGY BREATH"
Our safe and affordable teeth cleaning, is a carefully perfected holistic technique made up of 20 plus years of animal health qualifications, experience, flossing, brushing, scaling and cosmetically polishing all sides of the tooth above the gum line with the use of hand instruments.
Dental products for sale to help with prevention and good dental health.
Minor & full teeth cleaning available, please send along pictures for estimate.
(hand scaling and cosmetic polishing)
The appointment is one hour in duration, your dog is handled with kindness, in a stress free atmosphere, they are kept completely comfortable and fully awake, with no distractions.
The appointment begins with your dog receiving a relaxing therapeutic massage, to prevent, and alleviate any fear and anxiety.
At anytime the procedure is halted if a problem arises, and you will be redirected to a veterinary specialist.
*"NO MORE
DOGGY BREATH"
Our safe and affordable teeth cleaning, is a carefully perfected holistic technique made up of 20 plus years of animal health qualifications, experience, flossing, brushing, scaling and cosmetically polishing all sides of the tooth above the gum line with the use of hand instruments.
Dental products for sale to help with prevention and good dental health.
Minor & full teeth cleaning available, please send along pictures for estimate.
(hand scaling and cosmetic polishing)
The appointment is one hour in duration, your dog is handled with kindness, in a stress free atmosphere, they are kept completely comfortable and fully awake, with no distractions.
The appointment begins with your dog receiving a relaxing therapeutic massage, to prevent, and alleviate any fear and anxiety.
At anytime the procedure is halted if a problem arises, and you will be redirected to a veterinary specialist.
Have a wagnificent day and thank you for choosing the hounds!
Have a wagnificent day and thank you for choosing the hounds!
My name is Karen Jones (nee Frair) I am a veterinary technician, I graduated from St Clair College in Windsor 1994-1997 As a former graduate of the veterinary technician program, Karen assisted the Veterinarian in the medical care of animals, her duties included radiography, nursing, dentistry, nutritional support. minor surgeries, and lab procedures.
My graduate program is accredited by the CVMA, CVO, CCAC, OAVT
I attended Cornell University, 1999-2001, working as veterinary teaching assistant
with the small animal hospital.
Member and graduate of canine massage therapeutic rehabilitation
I continue my education as I am currently enrolled in CCRP (canine rehabilitation program)
with Veterinary Academy of Higher Learning
The Founding Director of, SAOFPH, a social advocacy organization for pet hygiene ( Animals Rights)
I have had the wonderful pleasure of working with dogs my whole life, I continue to educate myself in many dog related fields. I had the privilege of attending Cornell University for two years while working in the veterinary teaching hospital caring for animals as a veterinary technician, teaching students dental prophylaxis and canine behavior
1999-2001
Karen and her German Shepherd Clint competed at national levels in the sport of Schutzhund IPO
taking third in 2013, obedience, tracking, and protection. Clint now enjoys retirement life!
Clint 2007-2018 RIP forever loved
Karen actively competes in high levels of obedience, tracking and protection in IGP with her new German Shepherd "Druck"
Karen is thrilled to bring her training services to Eastern Ontario.
(service instructor for dog training in scent and protection)
call for registration
She believes her success is due to her love and dedication to her clients and their dogs!
over 20 years of experience in animal health and behavior
serving different locations in Ontario when possible