The Dioji Tribone - October 2011

Kirby's Corner

We have been making a lot of fun improvements to both our Goleta and Santa Barbara stores. By moving things around we made room for all the exciting new treats, toys and foods we now carry!

EVO, California Natural, Taste of the Wild, Nutrisca and Blue Buffalo can now be found at both locations at some of the best prices in town! Even better -EVO & California Natural have an introductory offer coupon in store for up to $5 OFF per bag!

Also new is that the Goleta store now has a "Kitty Corner" where you'll find the cat toys, collars, food, treats and other great items for your feline friends.

Last but not least, I'd like to wish myself a Happy 7th Birthday! Happy Birthday to ME!

Kirby Wendel
VP of quality control
Owners Jeannie & Bryce's yellow lab

Coupon of the Month

Dioji now offers the Dioji Rewards Card for all of your store purchases!
For every $20.00 you spend, you get a stamp - after 10 stamps receive your
$10 store credit towards your next purchase.
Pick up your card in store and stock up on some of our new items.

Product of the Month

West Paw Dog Beds

Made from 100% recycled plastic bottles! Make both dogs and their owners happy – Comfy and stylish to look great in your home!

Various sizes, colors and styles available!

Inside the Club

Sunday, October 16th, 1-3pm
Book Launch Paw-ty

Dioji Goleta is pleased to host the Book Launch Paw-ty to celebrate the publication of "Animals Have Feeling, Too!" by local author Karen Lee Stevens. For more information, call (805) 682-3160. RSVPs kindly requested.

Sunday, October 30th, 5:00pm
Dioji Howl-oween Party & Costume Contest

Join us for this entertaining costume contest at Dioji Goleta. Everyone Welcome! Prizes for most creative, funniest, best owner/dog pair, scariest and judges pick. Don't miss out at your chance for the grand prize worth over $250!

New this year! Road Dog's (and Dioji customer) will be on site selling their delicious variety of hot dogs with a homemade twist.

Sunday, October 23rd, 8:30am
Dioji Puppy I Training Class

A six week course begins for puppies needing to learn basic commands and socialization. Swim lessons in our giant pool are also part of the course. Includes 2 days of puppy daycare!

Sunday, October 23rd, 10am
Dioji Puppy II Training Class

A six week course begins for dogs who have either completed our Puppy I class and would like to continue learning or for puppies 4-7 months new to training.

For more information click here.

The Dioji Family

Each month we like to introduce one of our valuable team members to you so you can get to know the Dioji staff even better.

Heather

Dog Associate & Assistant Manager

Hometown
Narragansett, RI

Pets of My Own
Sadly, I recently lost my 8 year-old boxer, and currently have a pet-free home for the first time in a long time.

Something people may not know about you
I worked as a veterinary technician for 5 years in Rhode Island prior to moving to Santa Barbara this summer.

Favorite activity with the dogs
I love getting dogs climbing on the play structures at Dioji. They feel so proud following the simple commands of getting on and off of the structures, and it can be a great way to redirect their attention.

Favorite Dioji moment
When after ignoring me for my first few weeks working at Dioji, "Buster" came and unexpectedly sat on my foot to let me know I was in his club. He is selective!

The Doggie Dish

Each month we'll select one Dioji member and give you some fun thoughts, written by our dog associates who know them best!

Who
Cookie (Standard Poodle)

Member since
September 2009

A bit about me
I was very shy at first, but had my friend Allegra help bring me out of my shell. Now I am more outgoing and even spend a lot of time in the pool.

Claim to fame
I eat A LOT of shoes (at my house)! I really wish Dioji would have shoes laying around too, they're my favorite.

Do you have any best friends at Dioji?
I love all the other poodles and Rasta, Ebony, Gracie and Allegra are fun to jump around with.

October Birthdays

Ideas for future Tribone topics? Email susan@dioji.com