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My interest in Dog Training came

after my second spinal surgery. Big dogs & a spinal fusion don’t mix! Or so I was told ! But after the operation I had my heart set on a German Shepherd, actually a long coat shepherd called Odin & from the minute I picked him up was surprised by his

somewhat large size. This large bundle of fluff was a joy to have around but it soon became clear I would need to train him to be able to control him.

We had moved from the Mountains to Queensland so we joined the local Burleigh Heads club & trained every Sunday morning.

Odin responded very well to training & I soon had a beautifully behaved dog.

When he was almost 2, I had to move back to the Mountains & was unable to bring him. I found a good home for him with a man who already had a Shepherd .

I did go back to visit him but sadly he had been killed by a tick. I cried all the way home to NSW (as some dog lovers would understand)

About 18 months ago we moved to Winmalee & I got Kaos who is now 16 months old. Kaos is very different in temperament to Odin & is rather full on, really living up to his name. He also has

allergies & separation anxiety, but I just adore him!

Springwood Dog club was recommended to me as being the best around & I am happy to agree! We love coming to training ,the instructors are great & everyone is very friendly & helpful

I enjoy the interaction with other dog owners & Kaos loves the interaction with all the dogs!

We are in competition class & still have a way to go but I know one day we are GUNNA get it right

Late last year my sister Linda also joined the club with her chocolate Lab Mia. Kaos & Mia can be seen wrestling every week at dog training & people think they are fighting, but they are actually the best of friends.

by Vicki Cooper

Vicki & Kaos Story

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Springwood diStrict dog training club inc.

Issue No. 8 May 2011

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.

The Springwood District Dog Training club INC reserves the right of rejection of material. Sponsored by Bill, Ella, Mary-Anne & Mick

Dog Of The Month?If this photo shows your dog and you claim it

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Vicki & Kaos Story

My interest in Dog Training came after my second spinal surgery.

Big dogs & a spinal fusion don't mix! Or so I was told !

But after the operation I had my heart set on a German Shepherd, actually a long coat shepherdcalled Odin & from the minute I picked him up was surprised by his somewhat large size.

This large bundle of fluff was a joy to have around but it soon became clear I would need to train him to be able to control him.

We had moved from the Mountains to Queensland so we joined the local Burleigh Heads club & trained every Sunday morning .


When he was almost 2, I had to move back to the Mountains & was unable to bring him.I found a good home for him with a man who already had a Shepherd .

I did go back to visit him but sadly he had been killed by a tickI cried all the way home to NSW( as some dog lovers would understand)

About 18 months ago we moved to Winmalee & I got Kaos who is now 16months old.Kaos is very different in temperament to Odin & is rather full on, really living up up to his name.

He also has allergies & separation anxiety, but I just adore him !

Springwood Dog club was recommended to me as being the best around & I am happy to agree !We love coming to training ,the instructors are great & everyone is very friendly & helpful

I enjoy the interaction with other dog owners & Kaos loves the interaction with all the dogs !

We are in competition class& still have a way to go but I know one day we are GUNNA get it right

Late last year my sister Linda also joined the club with her chocolate Lab Mia .Kaos & Mia can be seen wrestling every week at dog training & people think they are fighting

But they are actually the best of friends.

Vicki Cooper.

Vicki & Kaos Story
















Vicki Cooper.

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UPDATE MAy 2011ANNUAL 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 Lenehan Vice President Dot Luker Secretary Leanne Brown 47542910 Treasurer Ella Sweeney Committee Robin Assar, Vickie Finn, Julia Lawrie, Elaine Browning Publicity Officer Lynn Olson Trophy Officer Dot Luker Table Manager Obedience Wally Campbell Table Manager Agility Sarah Visser Shop Manager Ella Sweeney Chief Instructors Ron Amann & Nicola Read Obedience Trial Manager Bill Sweeney Obedience Trial Secretary Celeste Paxon & Jenny Prestidge Fly Ball Manager Dot Luker Agility Trial Manager 2011 Trevor Mawer Agility Trial Secretary 2011 Charnel Cameron Website & Newsletter Co-Ordinator Ella Sweeney [email protected] Sports Council David Brown Hon Patron David Brown Hon 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.org Email: [email protected]

Training Nights at Lomatia Park Agility: Monday 7:30pm Obedience: Thursday7:30pm Fly Ball: Friday at 7:30pm

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Hi, as I told you last month we have 20 raffle prizes at our Obedience Trial

and Agility Trial. Each year Obedience is in July, Agility October, as well as one for our Christmas Dinner. I was hoping for a rush of items to come my way mmm… no it didn’t happen but time yet if you can help with any small items. Whether an unwanted

present or a dog toy, food, wine, anything. If you can’t afford that, even unwanted baskets or boxes or nice bags, tissue paper and I can make up prizes. If you can help I am at the club usually on a Thursday night or give it to the table Manager Wally or Leanne or Bill and I will get it.

Thank You Ella Sweeney

A little girl walked to and from school daily. Though the weather that

morning was questionable and clouds were forming, she made her daily trek to school. As the afternoon progressed, the winds whipped up, along with lightning.

The mother of the little girl felt concerned that her daughter would be frightened as she walked home from school. She also feared the electrical storm might harm her child. Full of concern, the mother got into her car and quickly drove along the route to her child’s school. As she did, she saw her little girl walking along.

At each flash of lightning, the child would stop, look up, and smile. More lightning followed quickly and with each, the little girl would look at the streak of light and smile.

When the mother drew up beside the child, she lowered the window and called, “What are you doing?”

The child answered, “I am trying to look pretty because God keeps taking my picture.”

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1. Use positive reinforcementReward your dog when he does something right, rather than punish him when he does something wrong. If your dog performs an action and is immediately rewarded for it, he will perform that action again.

2. set yoUr DoG Up for sUccessMinimize opportunities that your dog will have to make mistakes. For example, if your dog still hasn’t mastered housetraining, keep him under close supervision and minimize his access to a certain area of the house. If you have a hard time keeping your dog off your bed, close the bedroom door.

3. consistency WorksUse the exact same words when teaching a command. For example, if you are teaching, “come,” don’t say “come, Buster” one time and “come here, boy” the next. Hand signals should also be done the same way each time. Correct inappropriate behavior EVERY time you see it. For example, if you want to keep your dog off the bed, immediately remove him from the bed EVERY time you see it. Not just when you have the energy. Make the rules clear to everyone living in the household. If you won’t let the dog on the bed, but your spouse does, this will cause confusion in your dog.

4. keep traininG sessions short, BUt freqUentStart with 10 minutes, three times a day. That’s only 30 minutes a day. End the session before either of you get tired of it. The session should end with your dog in a positive mental state. If you are enthusiastic, your dog will be too. And happy to boot

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You may think you live in a safe, animal-friendly environment, but every home is a potential minefield of hazards for your dog .Here are some common household dangers to watch out for:

rat BaitMost people know that rat bait can also poison dogs, but many don’t realise eating a poisoned rat can be fatal too. To reduce the risk of accidental poisoning, put the baits in a place that only the rats can reach. In the roof, between walls, and along known rat runs are all safe places that your dogs should not be able to access. Store rat baits safely in the original packaging within another sealed container, and keep this in a high cupboard out of reach of pets and children.

Some rat baits are safer for pets than others but be careful with any brand, If you think your dog has had contact with rat bait, call your vet immediately.

snail BaitMost snail baits contain metaldehyde, which is highly toxic to dogs. To reduce the risk of accidental poisoning, put the baits in a place your pets can’t access. In your garden, place a barrier around garden beds and garden mesh over the top. Store snail bait in the original packaging within another sealed container and keep this in a high cupboard out of reach of pets and children. If you think your dog has had contact with snail bait, call your vet immediately.

ant killersMost of these contain boric acid which is toxic if a dog eats large amount for its body size. Many ant killers have a sweet smell and taste to attract ants. This can be equally appealing to dogs and cats, so always put the ant killer in places your pet can’t get to. Store these insecticides in an air tight container in a high cupboard, out of reach of pets and children. If you think your dog has ingested ant killer, contact your vet immediately

reclininG chairsThese can be a major hazard for pets, especially young puppies and kittens. They love to run under and hide in reclining chairs. Kittens are especially likely to climb up inside the chair and curl up for a nap. When someone sits or starts to rock in the chair, pets can become caught or even fatally injured. Always check where your pet is before reclining or closing the recliner on the chair.

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Introduction To Dog Agility Dog agility is a sport in which a handler is given a set amount of time in which to direct a dog

off leash through an obstacle course. Originally on Equestrian stadium jumper’s competitions, the sport has evolved its own additional obstacles, scoring systems and performance ideals. Agility made its debut as an entertainment for spectators at the Crufts Dog Show in 1979: it has since become the most rapidly growing dog sport in England, America and here in Australia. Spectators

Continue today to get caught up watching dogs and the handler’s enthusiasm in their athletic race against the clock.

In Australia there are several organisations for Agility, which sanction tests or hold trials by local dog clubs. Trials, which are based on the original international rules and specifications call for the highest level of Agility from the dogs both in terms of speed and physical ability to perform the obstacles. There are also domestic varieties of the sport that call for less actual Agility (by using lower jump heights and smaller obstacles) from the dog and focus more on the handling aspects of the game.

there are several oBstacles common to all aGility orGanisations.a frame pipe tunnel Wave polesDog Walk collapsed tunnel tyre or hoop Jumpsee-saw pause table various types of Jumps.In competition the obstacles are arranged in various course configurations, always unique from trial to trial, that offers levels of challenges appropriate to the class and experience level of the dogs competing. The handler must direct their dog around the course in the sequence that has been predetermined by the judge.

This is a fun sport for dog and handler and S.D.D.T.C train each Monday night at Lomatia Park, your dog needs to have some basic obedience i.e. your dog works OFF leash, we hold our Agility Trial each year at Lomatia Park in October. These photos were taken at last years trial.

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Meet Zac and his PalMeet Zac our Junior Instructor Trainee!

Zac has been coming to the club for several Years.

He’s not only showed interest is being an instructor but was very enthusiastic about it. Zac is doing a fine job so far. He may be a teenager but is showing he has talent in not only training his own dog but in teaching others as well.

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Welcome to the following members and their Pooches we hope you have a happy and helpful time at this club and you make many new friends, both humans and

doggie ones!

Zac and Jack

Training Tips• Keep training sessions short and sweet. It’s better to do six five-minute sessions than one half-hour stint each day – young puppies often lose concentration easily.• Only train when you are in a good mood, or you may take your stress out on your pet.• Always end training sessions on a positive note with an exercise you know your dog can do easily, so you finish with the taste of success.• At first, train with no distractions. Establish what you are trying to teach in a quiet environment and only add distractions later, so that your dog learns to respond in a range of environments. • Training must always be reward-based – treats, toys, games and cuddles. Negative, compulsive, punishing techniques are cruel and don’t work.

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The Mystery MuttUpcoming Events

Quote Of The MonthWhoever thinks dogs are guileless hasn’t witnessed

my pathetic pooch in full begging mode after a tit bit.

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Originally bred in China, over a thousand years ago, this breed was brought to Europe by the Dutch East India Company.

In Europe they became the dog of aristocrats and royalty holding high status amongst dog breeds. The dog became the official dog of the House of Orange, Holland, as recognition for saving the life of William, Prince of Orange, in 1572. The dog was also reportedly a favourite in France during Napoleonic times. Napoleon’s wife Josephine apparently had great affection for the breed and it is alleged her dog, Fortune, bit Napoleon as he climbed into bed on the couple’s wedding night. These dogs are one of the earliest pure breeds of dog kept in Australia. Although it is uncertain as to when they arrived in this country, there are records from the Agricultural Society of NSW listing two pugs exhibited in 1870.

This breed has been described as ‘a lot of dog in a small space’. It looks like a miniature mastiff with a compact, square, cobby body, large bone structure and thick, wrinkly skin. The head of the dog is short, blunt and large compared to the rest of the body. For many people the two most engaging characteristics of this breed are its face and tightly curled tail. Large dark eyes protrude prominently from the wrinkled squashed face and give the dog an animated expression. The tail is curled as tightly as possible over the hip, with a double curl being considered perfection. The coat is dense, soft, short and glossy. The short coat is soft, fine and smooth. Coat colours come in apricot, fawn, black and silver

The breed is keen, with a happy-go-lucky attitude. Animated, peppy and spirited, they are loyal, loving and affectionate with their families. Playful, lively and rambunctious, they are sure to keep you laughing. They get along well with other dogs and pets, and they behave impeccably with both children and visitors. It is relatively inactive indoors and will do okay without a yard. Cannot withstand hot or cold weather and should be kept indoors at a comfortable temperature.

On average dogs stand at 30 - 36cms at the withers and weigh 6 - 9kgs, bitches average at height is 25 - 30 cms from the withers and weigh 6-8kgs.

Who am i?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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Normally at this time of the year we are planning for the Interclub challenge,

where a team from all the clubs in NSW Trial against each other. Unfortunately this year we didn’t have enough of our trialing members to make up a team. Hopefully some of our upcoming members, who are doing so well, might be up to that next year, which would be great!

In July we hold our Obedience Trial at Erskin Park and will need members willing to help out in lots of ways,

especially as Stewards. It is not hard to do and everyone has a great day. For new members it’s a learning experience of what else the club does, and you get a free lunch on the day.

If anyone is interested in helping could you please give your name and a contact number to the Trial Manager Bill Sweeney

(or his secretary Ella his wife lol)

Mae Somers

Happy Birthday To The Following PoochesB. Elliott Ralph May 30th Unknown Cinders May 31st

have you looked on the back page to see if a photo of your dog is on it?


Obedience & Agility Trial Results Reminder

Sponsored by Vicki Finn & Misty

on april 17th at northern suburbs obedience trial

• Trudy Dive with Ruthie came 1st in the CDX Ring

• Bill Sweeney with Marla won J Waldron’s UD Ring

30/4/2011 and 1/5/2011 at port stephens

• Saturday Elsa came 2nd in UD in Deirdre Anderson’s ring on 182

• Sunday Elsa came 2nd in UD in Jill Kaldour’s ring on 183

• Sunday Marla came 2nd in Jill Kaldour’s ring on 184

• Marla also won the UDX ring on 184 (Story below)

Members ShoptraininG items We have at the clUB shop ask at the taBleDumbells Various Sizes $10.00Dumbell Holders $6.00Scent Discrimination Articles $20.00 (plain)Scent 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 eachLong 20 Metre Dog Leads $20.00 eachClickers $3.00 eachWe 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 inconvenience in this

Do I get overtime for this?

Marla’s Brass BellIt seems, in 2008 the Port Stephens Club had a beautiful brass

bell in a big wooden box made especially for the first dog to win in the UDX ring. There was great excitement when Marla won it on May 1, 2011

I’d like to thank the academy.

• 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.

Wet Weather On Training NightsIf it is raining heavy at 6pm training is off. If sprinkling rain, Beginners Class only will be on… but

please check the BMCC number (47805617) to see if the Oval is open or closed. We are not allowed to train at all if the Oval is closed. The sky can be blue with no rain for a couple of days and still be closed from previous rain earlier in the week… so please check! Clubs who ignore that information and train can be heavily fined by council.

Special Bum BagsI have had the chance, as the shop manager, to be given the opportunity to buy some really nice

treat, bum bags at a great price which I can pass on to you our members. They are lovely little bags which I will sell for $6.00 each, which is very cheap. I will still be selling black dog bags as usual if anyone wants them as these little ones are a one off buy for the club but we have plenty of them and they can be used for carrying all sorts of things not just treats.

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Obedience & Agility Trial Results Reminder

Sponsored by Vicki Finn & Misty

on april 17th at northern suburbs obedience trial

• Trudy Dive with Ruthie came 1st in the CDX Ring

• Bill Sweeney with Marla won J Waldron’s UD Ring

30/4/2011 and 1/5/2011 at port stephens

• Saturday Elsa came 2nd in UD in Deirdre Anderson’s ring on 182

• Sunday Elsa came 2nd in UD in Jill Kaldour’s ring on 183

• Sunday Marla came 2nd in Jill Kaldour’s ring on 184

• Marla also won the UDX ring on 184 (Story below)

Members ShoptraininG items We have at the clUB shop ask at the taBleDumbells Various Sizes $10.00Dumbell Holders $6.00Scent Discrimination Articles $20.00 (plain)Scent 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 eachLong 20 Metre Dog Leads $20.00 eachClickers $3.00 eachWe 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 inconvenience in this

Do I get overtime for this?

Marla’s Brass BellIt seems, in 2008 the Port Stephens Club had a beautiful brass

bell in a big wooden box made especially for the first dog to win in the UDX ring. There was great excitement when Marla won it on May 1, 2011

I’d like to thank the academy.

• 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.

Wet Weather On Training NightsIf it is raining heavy at 6pm training is off. If sprinkling rain, Beginners Class only will be on… but

please check the BMCC number (47805617) to see if the Oval is open or closed. We are not allowed to train at all if the Oval is closed. The sky can be blue with no rain for a couple of days and still be closed from previous rain earlier in the week… so please check! Clubs who ignore that information and train can be heavily fined by council.

Special Bum BagsI have had the chance, as the shop manager, to be given the opportunity to buy some really nice

treat, bum bags at a great price which I can pass on to you our members. They are lovely little bags which I will sell for $6.00 each, which is very cheap. I will still be selling black dog bags as usual if anyone wants them as these little ones are a one off buy for the club but we have plenty of them and they can be used for carrying all sorts of things not just treats.


The Mystery MuttUpcoming Events

Quote Of The MonthWhoever thinks dogs are guileless hasn’t witnessed

my pathetic pooch in full begging mode after a tit bit.

memBers’ GUessinG competition no. 8

Originally bred in China, over a thousand years ago, this breed was brought to Europe by the Dutch East India Company.

In Europe they became the dog of aristocrats and royalty holding high status amongst dog breeds. The dog became the official dog of the House of Orange, Holland, as recognition for saving the life of William, Prince of Orange, in 1572. The dog was also reportedly a favourite in France during Napoleonic times. Napoleon’s wife Josephine apparently had great affection for the breed and it is alleged her dog, Fortune, bit Napoleon as he climbed into bed on the couple’s wedding night. These dogs are one of the earliest pure breeds of dog kept in Australia. Although it is uncertain as to when they arrived in this country, there are records from the Agricultural Society of NSW listing two pugs exhibited in 1870.

This breed has been described as ‘a lot of dog in a small space’. It looks like a miniature mastiff with a compact, square, cobby body, large bone structure and thick, wrinkly skin. The head of the dog is short, blunt and large compared to the rest of the body. For many people the two most engaging characteristics of this breed are its face and tightly curled tail. Large dark eyes protrude prominently from the wrinkled squashed face and give the dog an animated expression. The tail is curled as tightly as possible over the hip, with a double curl being considered perfection. The coat is dense, soft, short and glossy. The short coat is soft, fine and smooth. Coat colours come in apricot, fawn, black and silver

The breed is keen, with a happy-go-lucky attitude. Animated, peppy and spirited, they are loyal, loving and affectionate with their families. Playful, lively and rambunctious, they are sure to keep you laughing. They get along well with other dogs and pets, and they behave impeccably with both children and visitors. It is relatively inactive indoors and will do okay without a yard. Cannot withstand hot or cold weather and should be kept indoors at a comfortable temperature.

On average dogs stand at 30 - 36cms at the withers and weigh 6 - 9kgs, bitches average at height is 25 - 30 cms from the withers and weigh 6-8kgs.

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

Who am I

Sponsored by Lynn Olson

Normally at this time of the year we are planning for the Interclub challenge,

where a team from all the clubs in NSW Trial against each other. Unfortunately this year we didn’t have enough of our trialing members to make up a team. Hopefully some of our upcoming members, who are doing so well, might be up to that next year, which would be great!

In July we hold our Obedience Trial at Erskin Park and will need members willing to help out in lots of ways,

especially as Stewards. It is not hard to do and everyone has a great day. For new members it’s a learning experience of what else the club does, and you get a free lunch on the day.

If anyone is interested in helping could you please give your name and a contact number to the Trial Manager Bill Sweeney

(or his secretary Ella his wife lol)

Mae Somers

Happy Birthday To The Following PoochesB. Elliott Ralph May 30th Unknown Cinders May 31st

have you looked on the back page to see if a photo of your dog is on it?


New Members For May 2011

Meet Zac and his PalMeet Zac our Junior Instructor Trainee!

Zac has been coming to the club for several Years.

He’s not only showed interest is being an instructor but was very enthusiastic about it. Zac is doing a fine job so far. He may be a teenager but is showing he has talent in not only training his own dog but in teaching others as well.

“Good On You ZAC. We Are Proud Of You”

Sponsored by Jim & DieselSponsored by Annette & Tully

• Dilshara & murphy• chris & annie• noeleen & suzie• Jessica & George

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Charnie’s Clean JokeA little silver haired lady calls her neighbour and says, “Please come over here and

help me. I have a killer jigsaw puzzle, and I can’t figure out how to get started.” Her neighbour asks, “What is it supposed to be when it’s finished?” The little silver haired lady says, “According to the picture on the box, it’s a rooster.” Her neighbour decides to go over and help with the puzzle. She lets him in and shows him where she has the puzzle spread all over the table. He studies the pieces for a moment, then looks at the box, then turns to her and says, “First of all, no matter what we do, we’re not going to be able to assemble these pieces into anything resembling a rooster.” He takes her hand and says, “Secondly, I want you to relax. Let’s have a nice cup of tea, and then,” he said with a deep sigh. Ok now lets put all the corn flakes back in the box!

Welcome to the following members and their Pooches we hope you have a happy and helpful time at this club and you make many new friends, both humans and

doggie ones!

Zac and Jack

Training Tips• Keep training sessions short and sweet. It’s better to do six five-minute sessions than one half-hour stint each day – young puppies often lose concentration easily.• Only train when you are in a good mood, or you may take your stress out on your pet.• Always end training sessions on a positive note with an exercise you know your dog can do easily, so you finish with the taste of success.• At first, train with no distractions. Establish what you are trying to teach in a quiet environment and only add distractions later, so that your dog learns to respond in a range of environments. • Training must always be reward-based – treats, toys, games and cuddles. Negative, compulsive, punishing techniques are cruel and don’t work.

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You may think you live in a safe, animal-friendly environment, but every home is a potential minefield of hazards for your dog .Here are some common household dangers to watch out for:

rat BaitMost people know that rat bait can also poison dogs, but many don’t realise eating a poisoned rat can be fatal too. To reduce the risk of accidental poisoning, put the baits in a place that only the rats can reach. In the roof, between walls, and along known rat runs are all safe places that your dogs should not be able to access. Store rat baits safely in the original packaging within another sealed container, and keep this in a high cupboard out of reach of pets and children.

Some rat baits are safer for pets than others but be careful with any brand, If you think your dog has had contact with rat bait, call your vet immediately.

snail BaitMost snail baits contain metaldehyde, which is highly toxic to dogs. To reduce the risk of accidental poisoning, put the baits in a place your pets can’t access. In your garden, place a barrier around garden beds and garden mesh over the top. Store snail bait in the original packaging within another sealed container and keep this in a high cupboard out of reach of pets and children. If you think your dog has had contact with snail bait, call your vet immediately.

ant killersMost of these contain boric acid which is toxic if a dog eats large amount for its body size. Many ant killers have a sweet smell and taste to attract ants. This can be equally appealing to dogs and cats, so always put the ant killer in places your pet can’t get to. Store these insecticides in an air tight container in a high cupboard, out of reach of pets and children. If you think your dog has ingested ant killer, contact your vet immediately

reclininG chairsThese can be a major hazard for pets, especially young puppies and kittens. They love to run under and hide in reclining chairs. Kittens are especially likely to climb up inside the chair and curl up for a nap. When someone sits or starts to rock in the chair, pets can become caught or even fatally injured. Always check where your pet is before reclining or closing the recliner on the chair.

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Introduction To Dog Agility Dog agility is a sport in which a handler is given a set amount of time in which to direct a dog

off leash through an obstacle course. Originally on Equestrian stadium jumper’s competitions, the sport has evolved its own additional obstacles, scoring systems and performance ideals. Agility made its debut as an entertainment for spectators at the Crufts Dog Show in 1979: it has since become the most rapidly growing dog sport in England, America and here in Australia. Spectators

Continue today to get caught up watching dogs and the handler’s enthusiasm in their athletic race against the clock.

In Australia there are several organisations for Agility, which sanction tests or hold trials by local dog clubs. Trials, which are based on the original international rules and specifications call for the highest level of Agility from the dogs both in terms of speed and physical ability to perform the obstacles. There are also domestic varieties of the sport that call for less actual Agility (by using lower jump heights and smaller obstacles) from the dog and focus more on the handling aspects of the game.

there are several oBstacles common to all aGility orGanisations.a frame pipe tunnel Wave polesDog Walk collapsed tunnel tyre or hoop Jumpsee-saw pause table various types of Jumps.In competition the obstacles are arranged in various course configurations, always unique from trial to trial, that offers levels of challenges appropriate to the class and experience level of the dogs competing. The handler must direct their dog around the course in the sequence that has been predetermined by the judge.

This is a fun sport for dog and handler and S.D.D.T.C train each Monday night at Lomatia Park, your dog needs to have some basic obedience i.e. your dog works OFF leash, we hold our Agility Trial each year at Lomatia Park in October. These photos were taken at last years trial.

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Hi, as I told you last month we have 20 raffle prizes at our Obedience Trial

and Agility Trial. Each year Obedience is in July, Agility October, as well as one for our Christmas Dinner. I was hoping for a rush of items to come my way mmm… no it didn’t happen but time yet if you can help with any small items. Whether an unwanted

present or a dog toy, food, wine, anything. If you can’t afford that, even unwanted baskets or boxes or nice bags, tissue paper and I can make up prizes. If you can help I am at the club usually on a Thursday night or give it to the table Manager Wally or Leanne or Bill and I will get it.

Thank You Ella Sweeney

A little girl walked to and from school daily. Though the weather that

morning was questionable and clouds were forming, she made her daily trek to school. As the afternoon progressed, the winds whipped up, along with lightning.

The mother of the little girl felt concerned that her daughter would be frightened as she walked home from school. She also feared the electrical storm might harm her child. Full of concern, the mother got into her car and quickly drove along the route to her child’s school. As she did, she saw her little girl walking along.

At each flash of lightning, the child would stop, look up, and smile. More lightning followed quickly and with each, the little girl would look at the streak of light and smile.

When the mother drew up beside the child, she lowered the window and called, “What are you doing?”

The child answered, “I am trying to look pretty because God keeps taking my picture.”

May God bless you today and every day as you face the storms that come

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A Childs View of Thunderstorms

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1. Use positive reinforcementReward your dog when he does something right, rather than punish him when he does something wrong. If your dog performs an action and is immediately rewarded for it, he will perform that action again.

2. set yoUr DoG Up for sUccessMinimize opportunities that your dog will have to make mistakes. For example, if your dog still hasn’t mastered housetraining, keep him under close supervision and minimize his access to a certain area of the house. If you have a hard time keeping your dog off your bed, close the bedroom door.

3. consistency WorksUse the exact same words when teaching a command. For example, if you are teaching, “come,” don’t say “come, Buster” one time and “come here, boy” the next. Hand signals should also be done the same way each time. Correct inappropriate behavior EVERY time you see it. For example, if you want to keep your dog off the bed, immediately remove him from the bed EVERY time you see it. Not just when you have the energy. Make the rules clear to everyone living in the household. If you won’t let the dog on the bed, but your spouse does, this will cause confusion in your dog.

4. keep traininG sessions short, BUt freqUentStart with 10 minutes, three times a day. That’s only 30 minutes a day. End the session before either of you get tired of it. The session should end with your dog in a positive mental state. If you are enthusiastic, your dog will be too. And happy to boot

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UPDATE MAy 2011ANNUAL 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 Lenehan Vice President Dot Luker Secretary Leanne Brown 47542910 Treasurer Ella Sweeney Committee Robin Assar, Vickie Finn, Julia Lawrie, Elaine Browning Publicity Officer Lynn Olson Trophy Officer Dot Luker Table Manager Obedience Wally Campbell Table Manager Agility Sarah Visser Shop Manager Ella Sweeney Chief Instructors Ron Amann & Nicola Read Obedience Trial Manager Bill Sweeney Obedience Trial Secretary Celeste Paxon & Jenny Prestidge Fly Ball Manager Dot Luker Agility Trial Manager 2011 Trevor Mawer Agility Trial Secretary 2011 Charnel Cameron Website & Newsletter Co-Ordinator Ella Sweeney [email protected] Sports Council David Brown Hon Patron David Brown Hon 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.org Email: [email protected]

Training Nights at Lomatia Park Agility: Monday 7:30pm Obedience: Thursday7:30pm Fly Ball: Friday at 7:30pm

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My interest in Dog Training came

after my second spinal surgery. Big dogs & a spinal fusion don’t mix! Or so I was told ! But after the operation I had my heart set on a German Shepherd, actually a long coat shepherd called Odin & from the minute I picked him up was surprised by his

somewhat large size. This large bundle of fluff was a joy to have around but it soon became clear I would need to train him to be able to control him.

We had moved from the Mountains to Queensland so we joined the local Burleigh Heads club & trained every Sunday morning.


When he was almost 2, I had to move back to the Mountains & was unable to bring him. I found a good home for him with a man who already had a Shepherd .

I did go back to visit him but sadly he had been killed by a tick. I cried all the way home to NSW (as some dog lovers would understand)

About 18 months ago we moved to Winmalee & I got Kaos who is now 16 months old. Kaos is very different in temperament to Odin & is rather full on, really living up to his name. He also has

allergies & separation anxiety, but I just adore him!

Springwood Dog club was recommended to me as being the best around & I am happy to agree! We love coming to training ,the instructors are great & everyone is very friendly & helpful

I enjoy the interaction with other dog owners & Kaos loves the interaction with all the dogs!

We are in competition class & still have a way to go but I know one day we are GUNNA get it right

Late last year my sister Linda also joined the club with her chocolate Lab Mia. Kaos & Mia can be seen wrestling every week at dog training & people think they are fighting, but they are actually the best of friends.

by Vicki Cooper

Vicki & Kaos Story

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Issue No. 8 May 2011

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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Dog Of The Month?If this photo shows your dog and you claim it

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