FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
July 28, 2008

EXPERTS TALK TERRIERS IN FREE UPCOMING CLASS

What do Yorkies, Airedales and Jack Russells all have in common? They are all breeds of terrier dogs. But each has distinct personality traits and needs. If you want to learn the difference and maybe discover which dog could be right for you, then the upcoming, free pet parenting class on terriers could be for you.

Young-Williams Animal Center is joining several terrier rescue groups to host a session on the terriers on Saturday, Aug. 2, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at the center.

You will learn about the history, characteristics and temperament of the different terrier breeds. You will also get some tips on grooming and special health concerns involving these animals.

This course will help you decide if a terrier is right for you. If you already own one, you will get tips on positive training and activities to keep your pet healthy and happy. This class is open to the public, but please leave your animals at home.

For more information or to register for the class, call Taylor Slemmer at Young-Williams Animal Center at 215-6661.

The Young-Williams Animal Center is the official animal shelter for Knox County and the city of Knoxville. The center is a nonprofit organization that turns no animal away and is dedicated to the sheltering and placement of animals, general animal welfare, and public education of companion animal issues.

The Young-Williams Animal Center is conveniently located just off Sutherland Avenue at the entrance to John Tarleton Park at 3201 Division St. in Knoxville. The center is 8/10th of a mile from the intersection of Kingston Pike and Neyland Drive/Concord Street and offers animals for adoption Monday through Friday, 11 a.m.–7 p.m., Saturday, 11 a.m.–5 p.m., and Sunday, 1-5 p.m. For more information about Young-Williams Animal Center, including detailed driving directions, call (865) 215-6599 or visit http://www.knoxpets.org.

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