My history with SDDTC dates back to the arrival in the family of Nicky, our first border collie, in 1996 …

Although I had enjoyed the company of my lovely collie rough, Bella, during my own childhood, I had resisted the pleas from my own kids for a puppy, introducing instead guinea pigs, a rabbit, mice, hermit crabs, even garden snails as pets.

However, by the time my daughter Lauren was about 11, it was obvious that she wasn’t going to enjoy most sports and we thought that, apart from a dog being a welcome addition to the family, dog-training may be an enjoyable physical and social activity for her.

When Nicky was old enough, I brought him for the Beginner classes at SDDTC. We enjoyed it, Nicky learned well and we started to join in with some of the SDDTC activities like the street parades for Anzac Day and Foundation Day and obedience demonstrations.

After a while, it was Lauren’s turn and she and Nicky started the beginner’s lessons.

The Chief Instructor at the time noted that I was always at the oval on a Thursday night watching Lauren and Nicky, and suggested that I start helping in some of the classes and learn to become an instructor.

Over the years since then, I have enjoyed instructing, being on the committee, being treasurer, in the various demo teams, agility, fly ball and other general club activities. Lauren also enjoyed her time with the club – she also eventually became an instructor, was on the committee, did trialling, fly ball and agility and joined the demo teams.

Nicky is coming up to 15 years old now – a lovely, doddery old boy who is still very loving although, unlike before, he doesn’t always do as he is asked. I presume it is because his hearing and sight are failing, but he may just be more wily than we think.

On training nights, you may see me with Gracie, our 11 year old border collie. She still keeps us on our toes. She is smart and sweet, but she does have a persistent naughty streak!

The Ron Amann at SDDTC Story By Ron Amann (Chief Instuctor)

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SPRINGWOOD DISTRICT DOG TRAINING CLUB INC

UPDATE DECEMBER 2010ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING: The AGM for the Springwood District Dog Training Club INC was held on the 28th August 2010. We had several new members attend our meeting it was great to see them and thank you for coming along.

Committee for 2010 is:President Ann LenehanVice President Dot Luker Secretary Leanne Brown 47542910Treasurer Ella SweeneyCommittee Robin Assar, Vickie Finn, Julia Lawrie, Elaine BrowningPublicity Officer Lynn OlsonTrophy Officer Dot LukerTable Manager Obedience Wally Campbell Table Manager Agility Sarah VisserShop Manager Ella SweeneyChief Instructors Ron Amann & Nicola ReadObedience Trial Manager Bill Sweeney Obedience Trial Secretary Celeste Paxon & Jenny PrestidgeFly Ball Manager Dot LukerAgility Trial Manager 2011 Trevor MawerAgility Trial Secretary 2011 Charnel CameronWebsite & Newsletter Co-Ordinator Ella Sweeney ella.sweeney@bigpond.comSports Council David BrownHon Patron David BrownHon Vet Antony Karolis BVSC

They will all be working hard for our club and representing you. Remember you are always welcome to attend our clubs general meetings at the Red Cross Hall Springwood on the 3rd Tuesday of the month except January.

Life Members: Dot Luker, Ann Moy, Ron Amann, Wally Campbell.

Honary Members: Pam Waters, Lesley Piggott.

Annual General Meeting held at the clubhouse at Lomatia Park last Thursday night in August 7:30pm. There is no dog training held on this night.

Web Site: www.sddtc.orgEmail: info@sddtc.org

Training Nights at Lomatia ParkAgility: Monday 7:30pmObedience: Thursday7:30pmFly Ball: Friday at 7:30pm

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It’s the season of fleasSpring is the season of renewal, of warmer

weather, longer days, flowering trees and shrubs, and bright-colored pansies . . . and fleas. The most common canine pest, the flea is actually a marvel of adaptability that would be much admired if they weren’t so pesky. However, since they often carry tapeworms, can cause severe itching and even allergy, and often bite humans, their jumping and survival talents are reviled instead of revered. By late spring, fleas begin to emerge from their pupae as adults and migrate to the nearest dog or cat for blood meals. An adult flea mates shortly after emergence and begins laying eggs within 36 hours. In her brief 50-day lifespan, a single female flea can lay more than 2000 eggs. An adult flea is the worst champ of the insect world. About the size of a pinhead, it can jump about 100 times its own height, a far greater leap than that possible for the multi-million dollar basket ball player. This ability to jump makes it possible to travel quickly from host to host and from host to hiding place for laying eggs. Female fleas need blood to complete their reproductive cycle. Baby fleas need blood to grow and prefer dog and cat blood, but human blood will do in a pinch. Fleas are marvelously adapted for survival. The female lays eggs on the host animal, but the eggs fall to the ground, carpet, sofa, dog bed, owner’s bed, or easy chair where they hatch in two-to-five days. The flea larva feeds on organic debris in the environment. Within a week or two, depending on temperature and humidity, the larva spins a pupa (or cocoon) to protect it during metamorphosis to the adult hood In the hard-shelled pupa, the larva transforms from a tiny maggot-like creature into a six-legged blood-thirsty super-jumper able to leap 100 times its own height, and the cycle begins anew. All over Australia, the flea life cycle (adult flea --egg --larva -- pupa -- adult flea) takes about 35-40 days in early spring and 17-21 days in summer. We even see fleas in winter in this country but

not so many if their bedding is clean and we use Frontline or such products. Humidity is critical to flea survival. Eggs need relative humidity of 70-75 percent to hatch, and larvae need at least 50 percent humidity to survive. In humid areas, about 20 percent of the eggs survive to adulthood; in arid areas, less than five percent complete the cycle. All bets are off when Fido brings fleas in for the winter. Household warmth can keep the cocooned larvae alive until conditions are ripe for emergence of the adults and may even allow life cycles to continue at a snail’s pace.

siGns of infestationFleas are masters of their universe. They can hide in a forest of pet hairs, especially on long-coated or double-coated dogs, and can zig-zag among and between hair shafts faster than an Olympic skier on a slalom course. And then there’s the leap. Now you see a black speck with legs, and now you don’t. So, don’t depend on seeing the flea to know if he’s there. Instead, look for clues. If Fido scratches, he may have been bitten, (No kidding!) but he may also have dry skin, an allergy, or mange mites. If he bites at his rear end especially around his tail or the inside or outside of his thighs, fleas are a possibility. Flea dirt looks like sprinkled pepper on the dog. If you drop some of this “pepper” onto a damp paper towel and it turns reddish, it’s fleas, not seasoning. While your dog may be slightly bothered by a flea or two or may play host to a dozen or more without serious consequences, he may be the unlucky recipient of a tapeworm infestation courtesy of mama flea or he may be allergic to flea saliva and develop mild to severe skin reactions to even a single bite. The tapeworm or the skin bumps may be the only signs that the fleas are present. So stay on your toes and watch you pets behavior!

From the Internet and checked by our Hon Vet Tony Karolis

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The Life and Times of an Instructor

Hi, my name is Lynn Olson and this is my story. I was an instructor at Penrith

Obedience Club where I started with my dog Big Mac, a basset hound, as I lived in the Penrith district. I had friends who lived in the mountains and approximately 13 years ago we visited the Companion Animal Day held at Glenbrook Oval . We were watching a demonstration of flyball run by the Springwood Dog Club and was talking to Ann Moy who invited us to join Springwood. So every Thursday we came up the hill to Springwood and shortly after joining was asked if I would like to teach.In 2001, we moved up the hill and it was the best move we ever did.

In August, 2001, the New South Wales Canine Council wanted to put forward a demonstration team at the Pet and Animal Expo held at Rosehill Racecourse in November held over three days and a few members of Springwood Dog Club was asked to join. We practiced weekly and by the time November came around

we were ready. The crowds were very appreciative of our dogs and it was a very rewarding experience.

Eventually Springwood decided to enter its own demonstration team and that is where the fun started. We practiced every week showing our

dogs ability for obedience and agility and when the big days arrived we were a smash hit. There were a few hiccups but after all we are dealing with dogs (they are not robots).

I have been associated with this club in many ways (President, Demo team organizer, Instructor, Anzac Day Marches, Australia day demonstrations, Co-Trial Manager) and I can honestly say I would not have changed anything for the great times I have had and the friends I have made since joining this Club.

At the present time I am instructing the Advanced Class which is the Fun Class at Springwood where we combine obedience, with having fun with your dog whilst learning. This is a wonderful class where you can see the differences in the dogs where we can be a little more flexible with their training.

Lynn as a wee girl

Lynn Volunteering at the Olympics

My Mac

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More on Flyball

FlyBall eqUipment

Just Remember - “it takes a lot of Balls to

do Flyball”

It is very important that you choose the correct size ball for your dog. Tennis balls

or any soft ball that bounces and rolls may be used. Some handlers use squash balls for the little dogs if the tennis ball is too big. Cat balls/small tennis balls from pet shops and kids games can also be used. But the ball you use must be able to be bounced.

ReCall, ReCall, ReCall-your new favourite exercise

(Norwest Flyball Club)

Flyball can be looked upon as a very complex recall exercise. The importance of a really solid recall cannot be understated. If your dog won’t come to you, it can’t do flyball.

The first stage of training for Flyball revolves around building the first elements of the ‘Chain’. The most important part of the run is for the dog to race to you, over the finish line at top speed. This is where many people go wrong – they are too busy teaching the dog to go and get the ball, they forget the dog must come back! And what many dogs do, is find the ball a reward in itself, so you only get half a run and can’t get the dog back because he has his reward in his mouth.

Sent in by Vicki Finn (Thanks Vicki)

Hard Day?

nuff Said

Flyball

Doggie Jokes from behind steel barsWhat do you get if you cross a dog with a daisy?A collie-flower

Comfort your pets during storms-they are frightened, too.

Did you hear about the dog who thought he was a werewolf?He’s better noooooooooooooooow!

What happens when a Dalmatian takes a shower?He’s becomes spotless.

My husband said it was him or the dog… I miss my husband sometimes

Why does a dog chase his tail?He’s trying to make ends meet.

Sent in by Vicki Finn

Happy Birthday To The Following Pooche’s

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A Year In A Dog ClubUnlike most clubs being a part of a dog club

is fantastic as you not only get to have fun, you also get to share it with your best mate… your dogs I say dogs as we have 3 of them and like people are all so different and I wouldn’t swap them for anything as no matter what the weather is like or your mood is each and every day they will always be there for you and love you no matter what, their love is completely unconditional which you don’t get from your fellow man or woman for that matter.

I am among other things the current Treasurer at Springwood District Dog Training club in my 6th year and kept very busy with that as well as the newsletter, shop etc and I do enjoy what I do most of the time!…Our club is affiliated with Dogs NSW so we have to hold a obedience trial and an agility trial each year which is hard work but worthwhile although both of these events cost us a fair bit of money to run especially the obedience trial which always runs at a loss each year as we have to pay DOGS NSW a levy for each dog, buy ribbons, prizes, judges, adverts in their Gazette and a million other things too many to mention and I spend all year begging or buying or donating as do a few other members either unwanted gifts they might have

in a cupboard somewhere or they might buy and donate to use as prizes in our raffle which the last couple of years we have had 20 prizes so between the 2 trials we need 40 Prizes then wrap them set them all up and sell tickets for them but they are very popular as we are one of the few dog clubs that still have a raffle draw at the end of the trial especially one with so many prizes to choose from and your dog might not have got the pass you wanted but you just might win something to take home at the end of the day?

so if you just happen to have any items we can use we would appreciate that very much or even a basket you got a gift in that you have no use for WE do we can always find things to put in them, I will accept them at any time of the year and store them until the next trial, it adds a bit of fun on the day at the trial the club makes a bit of money and everyone is happy so if you can please help it can be anything from a bottle of wine to dog items actually all sorts of things for men or women to household items. Whatever you have or can afford we would be truly thankful! Take Care and have a happy and safe Christmas!

Ella

Welcome Shane The Bush DoctorWe would like to welcome another sponsor to help us to get extra copies of our beautiful new newsletter. Shane Grundy is already a member of our club with a gorgeous German Shepherd .

We really do appreciate His kindness. He is also a Bush Doctor and I am sure many people in the mountains know him, so if you don’t and need help in that area please gives him a call.

Again Shane Thanks from us all woof woof!

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• 2nd December we hold our presentation dinner $25.00 a head

• January we have Australia Day at Glenbrook Park where some club members hold a demo in Obedience and Agility.

So keep those dates on your calendar and remember we do not train in January each year.

Reminder• Please remember members and anyone with them must sign the sign in book at all our club

training nights as well as any other function we may be at for insurance purposes, the sign in book is at the table where you pay your $3,00 ground fee and take a raffle ticket as we draw one at the tea break and you can pick a small prize out of the raffle box.

Members ShopTrAiNiNG iTeMs We HAVe AT THe cLUB sHop AsK AT THe TABLeDumbells Various Sizes $10.00

Dumbell Holders $6.00

Sent Discrimination Articles $20.00 (plain)

Sent Discrimination Articles $25.00 (merle)

Set White Leathers $10.00 (set of 3)

Dogs Nsw Agility Rule Book $5.00 (set of 2)

Cold Drinks In Fridge $1.00 each

Long 20 Metre Dog Leads $20.00 each

Clickers $3.00 each

We must apologise for the wait for the new tops and jackets it has been very busy with the agility trial on top of the usual things happening and we will be sorting that out very soon…sorry for any inconvience in this

Upcoming Events

sHop pricesWe sell nice warm jackets $60.00Vests $40.00Caps & beanies $10.00T-shirts $32.00Dog treats (liver) $2.50 Bag

Pigs ears $1.20 EachHalti’s $22.00Leads $14.00Collars $14.00Treat bags $22.00

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Xmas dinner & presentation night

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Xmas dinner & presentation night

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Obedience & Agility Trial Results

OBEDIENCE AND AGILITY TRIAL RESULTS FOR OCTOBER 201016th and 17th October Berima Saturday it rained it snowed… nuff said?Sunday was a bit nicer Bill & Marla took 1st in the UD ring.He also took 4th with Elsa in the same UD ring, not a bad weekend except for my black eye from a good morning mum from Elsa’s… shovel err… I mean paw lol.Sutherland Dog Club Trial Saturday October 30thMarla 3rd in the UD Ring.Bill Sweeney & Marla were 2nd in the UD Ring at Macquarie Town Dog Trial 13/11/10Bill Sweeney & Marla were 2nd in the UD Ring at the Spring Fair 18/11/10

Can You Help Save Our NewsletterAs you know I recently started a beautiful colour newsletter and the printer has been so

good to us but his business can’t continue to do as much as he has been doing, after all he must pay his employee’s and the company must make money to keep themselves afloat. I already have sponsors that pay for the printing of the newsletter but from February we need to find an extra $160 a month to pay for the artwork etc, one way we can do this is to have interested members sponsor a page for $10 their name would be at the bottom of the page each month as a sponsor. I already have Dr Tony Karolis willing to sponsor two pages each month so we need 14 more, perhaps a family could share a page or two friends maybe put $5 each for a page. If we don’t manage to get some more sponsors we have to change the magazine and I would really hate that so if you can help in some way please contact Ella at ella.sweeney@bigpond.com thank you.

Ella Sweeney OAM

Are we good girls?

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Lynn’s Mystery Mutt

Quote of the monthSomewhere a little dog doth waitIt may be by some garden gate

With eyes alert and tail attentYou know the kind of tail that’s meantWith stories of yelps and glad delightTo bid me welcome home at night

By John Kendrick Bangs

memBers’ GUessinG CompetitionThis month’s mystery mutt belongs to the TOY GROUP. This dog is small, sturdy and intelligent. They carry themselves with a noble and proud posture befitting their aristocratic ancestry. One of their most valued characteristics is the eye, which exude warmth and a human-like quality. The breed is the least delicate of the toy breeds. It is often referred to as a ‘small lion’. They originated in Tibet, but are most associated with China where they were highly revered as a palace pet and prized companion. This breed is active, happy and affectionate.

This dog is first and foremost a companion. They love nothing more than being indoors with their family. They get along very well with older children and other pets. They are outgoing and self assured, keen and alert. They make excellent watchdogs. They do not do well being separated from their owners and may become destructive if left alone for extended periods of time. They are docile and quiet, but they also love to play. This breed is spunky and can be obstinate at times. They expect to be treated as royalty and are easily spoiled.

This breed has a long, dense and abundant double-coat. The luxurious and profuse outer-coat often sweeps the ground, and may be slightly wavy. The under-coat is woolly and soft in texture. The hair on top of the head is typically placed in a top-knot to prevent eye irritation.

This breed may be difficult to housetrain. Although they are eager to please, and quick to learn, this breeds’ stubborn streak requires persistence and consistency. They do not respond to harshness or punishment. It does very well in obedience training provided it is low-key and motivational.

This breed weighs 4 –7 kgs and stands approximately 26 cms high and can be any colour.

Entries may be placed in the box on the sign on table. The winner will be announced in the following newsletter.

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GraduationsShane & ? from the advance class to competition.

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New Members

New Members & their dogs for October 2010

• Brooke & Ralph• Linda & Mia• Rosemary & Cinders• Jeff & Rosie• Michael & Shadow

• Stephanie & Duke• Caitlin & Missy• Robin & Milly• Jenny & Buster• Dianne & Annabelle• Robyn & Hamish• Kate & Bronson• David & Smokey

Welcome to our club we hope you and your best Friend (canine) will have a happy time here at Lomatia Park with us for a very long time!

NOVEMBERM. Juma 2nd November, 2009L. Brown Lena 10th November, 2009B & E Sweeney Sally 11th November 2002

DECEMBERL. Brown Eisha 13th December, 2005B. & E. Sweeney Marla 15th December, 2004B. & E. Sweeney Elsa 17th December, 2006V. Cooper Kaos 27th December, 2009

Happy Birthday To The Following Pooche’s

D g’s Birthday BookThe Club will be conducting a Birthday Book. When it is your dog’s birthday it will appear in the Newsletter to wish your furry friend a HAPPY BIRTHDAY. If your do not know your dog’s birthday (rescue dog, etc.,) you can roughly guess his age. If you would like to participate kindly complete the following information and forward to:

Email: sofalegs@ozemail.Com.Au

Member’s name................................................................................

Dog’s name.......................................................................................

Dog’s date of birth............................................................................

Please remember it is your dog’s birthday we want - not yours.

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As most people are probably aware, this summer has been particularly bad for Parvovirus. Across

the entire state, vets have seen an increase in the number of cases. Various theories have been developed by pet owners and vets as to why that might have been the case. At this point it is better to stick to what we know about the illness and the best ways to prevent its spread.

As the name suggests, Parvovirus is a virus, It is usually spread from the Feaces (poo) of an infected animal to the mouth of the next victim. Because the virus is so tough, being able to last over 6 months outside the body in the right conditions, infection can occur long after traces of poo have disappeared. If a sick dog has diarrhoea at the park and 6 months later an unvaccinated dog sniffs, licks or rolls on the infected ground, that unvaccinated dog is at risk of catching Parvovirus.

The virus can take over a week from the time of exposure to make the victim unwell. This can make it difficult to remember how or when the dog was exposed. The best advice we can give is have your puppy vaccinated as early as possible. Normally this is at 6-8 weeks of age. The vaccine is then repeated at 12 weeks and again at 16 weeks. Until 2 weeks after the 16 weeks vaccination, we cannot guarantee that your pet is protected.

Therefore every effort should be made to minimize the chance of your dog coming in contact with the virus. This includes:

• Avoiding public places like the park.

• Avoiding strangers to pat your new puppy

• Taking your shoes off at the door to prevent walking the virus into your house from the street.

• Washing your hands if you have patted a strange dog before patting your unvaccinated puppy.

• Not allowing your puppy to walk in the carpark from your car to the waiting room of the vet hospital.

Most Parvovirus is contracted from contact with contaminated ground in public places. Avoiding these places until your pet is “fully” vaccinated is the biggest single thing you can do to minimise the risk.

If your dog does begin to display the symptoms of Parvovirus including:

• Lethargy• Loss of appetite• Vomiting• Diarrhoea

You should immediately contact your veterinarian and make an urgent appointment for your puppy to be seen. The earlier the treatment for Parvovirus is started, the better the chance your dog will survive.

Parvovirus as mentioned previously is a virus and therefore cannot be treated with antibiotics. You vet will immediately place your dog on intravenous fluids and start antibiotic to prevent secondary bacterial infections. It often takes several days for the virus to run its course and hospitalization can sometimes last over a week. If a case is very severe your vet may request your permission to give a blood transfusion, as some dogs can become very anaemic from blood loss in their poo.

As with any illness prevention is better than the cure. So if you have any questions on how to best protect your dog, please call your vet.

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Parvovirusfrom VET Tony Karolis BVSC

The Life and Times of an Instructor

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Dog Training TipsTIPS FOR REWARD BASED TRAININGThe basis of reward based training is to find something that motivates your dog. In the same way that we are rewarded for going to work by receiving a pay cheque at the end of the week, your dog will work faster and more enthusiastically if he thinks there’s something fun in it for him.

• Keep the treats small. If using food, use little cubes of roast chicken or cheese for example, something small that’s easy to swallow - not crunchy biscuits. Or a small tug or squeak toy that the dog can grab and play with quickly then you can take back.

• Reward DURING desired behaviour, not after it is completed. The timing of the reward is crucial. Don’t be dismayed if your pet stops the behaviour when if receives the reword.

• Reward when the dog does something you like. Choose something easy at first, that the dog is likely to do on its own. (Ideas: sit; come toward you; touch your hand with its nose; raise a paw; go through a door; walk next to you.)

• Keep practice sessions short. Much more is learned in three sessions of five minutes each than in an hour of boring repetition. You can get noticeable results, and teach your dog many new things, by fitting a few rewards a day here and there in your normal routine.

• Fix bad behaviour by treating good behaviour. Treat the puppy for relieving itself in the proper spot. Treat for paws on the ground, not on the visitors. Instead of scolding for barking, treat for silence. Cure leash pulling by treating those moments when the leash happens to go slack.

• If your dog does not respond to a cue, it is not “disobeying;” it just hasn’t learned the cue completely. Find more ways to cue it and treat it for the desired behaviour, in easier circumstances.

• If you have more than one dog, separate them for training, and let them take turns.

• If you get mad or frustrated, cue to the dog to do something simple that you’re sure he can do, reward and then forget the training until you can start again.

• Above all, have fun!

The Committee would like to wish every member and their best friends a very merry Christmas and a happy New Year. See you on the first Monday or Thursday in February.

Drive carefully and stay safe!

Merry Christmas

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à la dog dishHome maDe sUrprise snacksingredients:¼ cup hot water 8 each chicken or beef bouillon -- cubes 1 package dry yeast 1 ½ cups tomato juice 2 cups flour , divided 2 cups wheat germ 1 ½ cups whole wheat flour

Directions:Place the hot water and bouillon cubes in a large mixing bowl and mash with a fork. Sprinkle yeast over this mixture and let stand about 5 minutes, until yeast is dissolved. Add the tomato juice, half the flour and the wheat germ and stir to form a smooth batter. Gradually work in the remaining flour and the whole wheat flour with your hands. Divide the dough into 4 balls. Roll each ball out on a floured board to about 1/4” thick. Cut into shapes and place on ungreased cookie sheets about an inch apart. Bake in a 3250F. oven for 1 hour, then turn off the heat and let biscuits dry in oven for about 4 hours or overnight with the door propped open slightly, store in airtight container

temptinG traininG treatsingredients:2 1/3 cups flour -- all-purpose or whole wheat 1/4 cup olive oil 1/4 cup applesauce 1/2 cup grated cheese -- like parmesan 1 large egg 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1/4 cup powdered milk -- non-fat

Directions:Combine all ingredients in a large bowl; mix well; Roll the dough out to size of a cookie sheet; Pat the dough onto a lightly greased cookie sheet, bringing it to the edges. Using a sharp knife or a pizza cutter, cut desired sizes

into dough (just score through). If you’re using as training treats, cut them into small pieces; Sprinkle a little extra cheese and garlic powder if desired on dough for flavour. Bake in a 180 degree oven about 15 minutes until golden brown. Turn off the oven and let cool for a few hours; They will keep hardening the longer you leave them. Break them apart; store tightly covered or in the freezer.

VeGGie Bones for DoGsingredients:3 cups minced parsley 1/4 cup carrots, chopped very fine 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella or parmesan cheese2 tablespoons olive oil 2 3/4 cups whole wheat flour 2 tablespoons bran 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 to 1 cup of water

Directions:Preheat oven to 180 degrees, rack on middle level. Lightly grease a large baking sheet.

Stir together parsley, carrots, cheese, and oil. Combine all the dry ingredients and add to veggies. Gradually add 1/2 cup of water, mixing well. Make a moist but not wet dough. If needed, add a little more water. Knead for one minute.

Roll dough out to 1/2 inch thickness. Using cookie cutter or a glass, cut out the shapes and transfer them to the baking sheet. Gather the scraps and re roll and cut.

Bake for 20-30 minutes until biscuits have browned and hardened slightly. (They will harden more as they cool.) Speed cooling

Yummy

Disclaimer please note:News, views and opinions in this newsletter are those of the correspondent’s and not necessarily

those of the club, editor, committee and publicity officer.

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New Web SiteThe Club now has a brand new Web Site. It is still at www.sddtc.org. This has been a long time coming but it has been worth the wait! Ally who did it has done a great job as It is much easier to use and faster too with more photo’s. I am delighted with it and would welcome members views about it? We have some photo’s from our recent Agility Trial and some not so good ones I took at our Halloween night on my phone mmm…. More photos will go up after our dinner and presentation night on December 2. If you have any photo’s of your dog send them to me. Plus if you forget to pick up your new colour club magazine it will also be on the web site each month I hope you enjoy it.

Ella Sweeney (Newsletter Co-Ordinator)