What is Paws & Learn?
P&L is the brainchild of mother and daughter team, Missi and Neveah Baranko. The mission statement of the Dickinson Pet Expo is not only to bring fun pet and family friend events to Dickinson, but also to share the collective expertise of our board members and other pet professionals in the area. Neveah and Missi presented the idea that we host little educational pop-up sessions through the year for local pet lovers to attend and learn more about various topics.
We are so excited to present this to you! Woofta Pet Shop will be hosting these sessions, which will be 2 days each month on a Sunday afternoon and a Monday evening. We really hope you will join us and learn about the various topics we have on schedule for you.
We are so excited to present this to you! Woofta Pet Shop will be hosting these sessions, which will be 2 days each month on a Sunday afternoon and a Monday evening. We really hope you will join us and learn about the various topics we have on schedule for you.
Mon Jan 5
Pet First Aid and CPR - The amazing team of Dr. Jessie Evoniuk from State Ave Vet and Mellissa Stafford of Traveling Tails presented a wonderful and informative hands on session about what to do in emergencies with your pet as well as being prepared for future issues. We learned a lot and it was great information for ALL pet lovers.
Pet First Aid and CPR - The amazing team of Dr. Jessie Evoniuk from State Ave Vet and Mellissa Stafford of Traveling Tails presented a wonderful and informative hands on session about what to do in emergencies with your pet as well as being prepared for future issues. We learned a lot and it was great information for ALL pet lovers.
Mon Jan 19
Understanding Canine Body Language by local trainer and owner of Plum Creek Canines, Neveah Baranko. Neveah will be presenting on how to recognize what your dog is telling you by their posture, vocalizations and more as well as talking about common misconceptions of canine body language.
Understanding Canine Body Language by local trainer and owner of Plum Creek Canines, Neveah Baranko. Neveah will be presenting on how to recognize what your dog is telling you by their posture, vocalizations and more as well as talking about common misconceptions of canine body language.
Meet the Breeds (sm/md) - The second half of this session will be various pet owners presenting their ethically bred breeds for you to meet and learn about! There will be both Pembroke and Cardigan Corgis, Long Coat Chihuahua, Basset Hound, Glen of Imaal Terrier, English Toy Spaniels, and American Water Spaniels. Learn all about these amazing breeds and get some snuggles and kisses in while you are at it.
Sun Feb 1
All about Therapy and Service Dogs - Learn the differences between therapy, service and ESA animals, as well as the ADA laws, what kind of training goes into therapy and service canines and what your rights are as a handler or a business owner in regards to these dogs. Presented by Stef Aulner with Madam Miranda, a therapy dog certified by Love on a Leash, and Seri Dukart and her hearing alert service dog, Maxx.
All about Therapy and Service Dogs - Learn the differences between therapy, service and ESA animals, as well as the ADA laws, what kind of training goes into therapy and service canines and what your rights are as a handler or a business owner in regards to these dogs. Presented by Stef Aulner with Madam Miranda, a therapy dog certified by Love on a Leash, and Seri Dukart and her hearing alert service dog, Maxx.
Chiropractic Care for your Pet - Did you know your pet can go to the chiropractor too?? Learn about the benefits of chiropractic adjustments and care for your pet presented by Dr. Dunn of West Dakota Vet Clinic.
Mon Feb 16
Proper Set-up and Cycling for Freshwater Fish Tanks - Seri Dukart has kept fish for over 30 years and currently has 9 fish tanks ranging from 5-150 gallons in her home and grooming shop. She will be presenting on how to cycle, set up and care for a fish tank, as well as choosing the correct equipment, stocking with appropriate sized and temperament of fish and common fish keeping mistakes. Bonus content - learn about setup and care for Betta Fish, Axolotls and Freshwater Turtles! Tasha Hermanson, owner of Woofta Pet Shop will also be on hand to share her experiences as a pet store that no longer sells fish and why, as well as sharing good sources for obtaining healthy fish.
Proper Set-up and Cycling for Freshwater Fish Tanks - Seri Dukart has kept fish for over 30 years and currently has 9 fish tanks ranging from 5-150 gallons in her home and grooming shop. She will be presenting on how to cycle, set up and care for a fish tank, as well as choosing the correct equipment, stocking with appropriate sized and temperament of fish and common fish keeping mistakes. Bonus content - learn about setup and care for Betta Fish, Axolotls and Freshwater Turtles! Tasha Hermanson, owner of Woofta Pet Shop will also be on hand to share her experiences as a pet store that no longer sells fish and why, as well as sharing good sources for obtaining healthy fish.
Sun March 1
Understanding Microchips and Vaccinations - Do you have questions about vaccinating your pets such as why each vaccine is important, how often they are needed and why? A local vet will be on site presenting on these topics as well as the importance of tags, microchips, city licences and other ways to prevent lost pets. Woofta Pet Shop will have their engraving machine fired up and ready to help you tag your pet if you don't have current tag and our local animal control will be offering microchips for purchase.
Understanding Microchips and Vaccinations - Do you have questions about vaccinating your pets such as why each vaccine is important, how often they are needed and why? A local vet will be on site presenting on these topics as well as the importance of tags, microchips, city licences and other ways to prevent lost pets. Woofta Pet Shop will have their engraving machine fired up and ready to help you tag your pet if you don't have current tag and our local animal control will be offering microchips for purchase.
Meet the Breeds (large) - Our second Meet The Breed session! You will have the opportunity to meet some unique large breed dogs that live in the area, including a Borzoi, Belgian Tervurens, Newfoundland, Labs and Standard Poodles.
Mon March 16
Dog Puzzles and Games - Is your dog bored and destructive? Learn from local trainer Neveah Baranko and pet store owner Tasha Hermanson of Woofta Pet Shop all about the various puzzles, games, slow feeders, and much more available for your dog now and how to use them to prevent boredom and provide enrichment for your pet.
Dog Puzzles and Games - Is your dog bored and destructive? Learn from local trainer Neveah Baranko and pet store owner Tasha Hermanson of Woofta Pet Shop all about the various puzzles, games, slow feeders, and much more available for your dog now and how to use them to prevent boredom and provide enrichment for your pet.
Engaging Your Dog With Trick Training - Neveah, Liz and Stef will also be presenting on how to engage your dog and teach them tricks! They both have dogs with AKC trick dog titles and will share information on this as well. Come learn how to have fun with your dog and make them a celebrity in your family!
Sun April 5
Grooming 101 - Seri Dukart, owner of The Grooming Gallery has been grooming for 30 years and will be presenting in between groom coat care, tips for bathing your dog at home and present about proper tools to use on different breeds. She will also be talking about the importance of grooming your pet and answer any questions you may have on the grooming needs of your specific breed. You are welcome to bring your leashed and well behaved dogs to this session for a personal, hands on demo on what tools and methods to use for brushing. Tasha Hermanson of Woofta Pet Shop will have various grooming tools on hand for you to purchase and help you pick out the ones best for your breed. Stef Aulner of Hearth and Hound Pet Spa will also be in attendance to answer coat care questions, and she specializes in hand stripping terriers, so if you have any questions on terrier care, this is the gal for you to meet.
Grooming 101 - Seri Dukart, owner of The Grooming Gallery has been grooming for 30 years and will be presenting in between groom coat care, tips for bathing your dog at home and present about proper tools to use on different breeds. She will also be talking about the importance of grooming your pet and answer any questions you may have on the grooming needs of your specific breed. You are welcome to bring your leashed and well behaved dogs to this session for a personal, hands on demo on what tools and methods to use for brushing. Tasha Hermanson of Woofta Pet Shop will have various grooming tools on hand for you to purchase and help you pick out the ones best for your breed. Stef Aulner of Hearth and Hound Pet Spa will also be in attendance to answer coat care questions, and she specializes in hand stripping terriers, so if you have any questions on terrier care, this is the gal for you to meet.
Meet the Rescues! Bakken Paws will have their adoptable cats and dogs on site for you to meet! Come meet our adoptable and learn more about this amazing rescue and all they do. Meet some of our amazing fosters and learn how YOU can help pets in need in our community be it fostering, volunteering, donating, or just sharing the word.
Mon April 20
Meet the Reptiles and Reptile Care 101 - Seri Dukart (yes she's a source of much animal expertise...) will be bringing a variety of snakes, frogs, lizards, tortoises, and geckos for you to meet and learn about! Sponsored by Creature Care Cards, there will be free information about these various critters and how to care for them. Woofta Pet Shop and Bakken Paws will both have store pets and adoptable reptiles for you to meet. Have a fear of snakes or reptiles? We invite you to join us and learn about them and get over your fears! No touching or interacting is required, but a willingness to learn is ;) Reptile keepers Tasha and Stef will also share their experiences in rescuing and researching reptiles from the perspective of a rescue and a new reptile owner.
Please, no outside pets or dogs at this session for the safety of the animals.
Meet the Reptiles and Reptile Care 101 - Seri Dukart (yes she's a source of much animal expertise...) will be bringing a variety of snakes, frogs, lizards, tortoises, and geckos for you to meet and learn about! Sponsored by Creature Care Cards, there will be free information about these various critters and how to care for them. Woofta Pet Shop and Bakken Paws will both have store pets and adoptable reptiles for you to meet. Have a fear of snakes or reptiles? We invite you to join us and learn about them and get over your fears! No touching or interacting is required, but a willingness to learn is ;) Reptile keepers Tasha and Stef will also share their experiences in rescuing and researching reptiles from the perspective of a rescue and a new reptile owner.
Please, no outside pets or dogs at this session for the safety of the animals.
Sun Mar 3
Meet the Pocket Pets and Small Mammal Care 101 - Seri Dukart of Creature Care Cards, Tasha Hermanson of Woofta Pet Shop and Cailie Brewer of The Barking Lot will be presenting information on keeping small mammals like chinchillas, rabbits, hamsters, sugar gliders, rats, hedgehogs and more. Learn about these "pocket pets" and their personalities, care, setup and where to find well bred and socialized pets.
Please, no outside pets or dogs at this session for the safety of the animals.
Meet the Pocket Pets and Small Mammal Care 101 - Seri Dukart of Creature Care Cards, Tasha Hermanson of Woofta Pet Shop and Cailie Brewer of The Barking Lot will be presenting information on keeping small mammals like chinchillas, rabbits, hamsters, sugar gliders, rats, hedgehogs and more. Learn about these "pocket pets" and their personalities, care, setup and where to find well bred and socialized pets.
Please, no outside pets or dogs at this session for the safety of the animals.
Mon May 18
Tried and True Pet Products - We will have trainers, groomers, pet store owners, pet owners, dog sport folks and all sorts of knowledgable people presenting their FAVORITE tried and true pet products from leashes and collars, enrichment items, toys, grooming equipment, pet care products and anything pet related you can think of that we use, love and swear by. We want to share these things with you so you can benefit from our experiences!
Tried and True Pet Products - We will have trainers, groomers, pet store owners, pet owners, dog sport folks and all sorts of knowledgable people presenting their FAVORITE tried and true pet products from leashes and collars, enrichment items, toys, grooming equipment, pet care products and anything pet related you can think of that we use, love and swear by. We want to share these things with you so you can benefit from our experiences!
Ask the Experts - An assortment of trainers, groomers, pet store owners, AKC dog sport participants, hunters, rescue folks and more will be there to answer all your burning questions in person. Start writing your questions down and we will be ready to answer them for you!
