It is that time of the year once again!!!!!!!!

I would like to take this time to wish all of you Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

Enjoy with your friends and family and remember to make a positive contribution to those who are less fortunate. There are just too many people out there who are destitute and they need to be helped in one way or another. Lets become a giving nation, all the old clothes that we have lying somewhere in the boxes will make a big difference if we give them to people who are in need.

On an animal note, lets not forget our pets. To them there is no festive season, they love us the same way all the time. Lets not abandon them, if you are going away please ensure that you have arranged with a shelter organisation to look after them or a neighbour or friend that you trust. Looking after animals is a challenge, especially if you are not an animal person as its not about throwing food and changing water, you need to spend time with them. You need to check their health as they can never come up to you and say, I have been poisoned or i am not feeling well. So when you decide on the people who will look after your pets have that in mind.

I am spending the holidays with my dogs as the kids are gone to have fun. I will be running around and walking them every morning and having a great time. I will also be looking after some of my neighbours animals, that is if they decide to involve me.

Make an informed decision before deciding to buy a puppy as a present for your child.

Once again, enjoy the festive season and looking forward to chatting to you in the new year.

Lets All Arrive Alive

• Take breaks as you go on your long journeys.
• Dont drink and drive.
• Safety belts all the time, even those on the back seat.
• No chatting on the cellphones while you drive.
• Avoid road rage, drive away as you have nothing to loose.
• Take precautions before assisting people involved in accidents.
• No lift to strangers.

DO NOT OVER SPEND, JANUARY AND SCHOOL FEES IS AROUND THE CORNER

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Good Citizen test night and a match

Last night was the last training night before the summer break, normal classes will resume on August 10th.

Our session hasnt quite finished yet though, there are two more weeks to look forward to.

Next Tuesday will be the Good Citizen test night, 7pm start for Bronze and Silver and around 8.30pm for Gold. If you arrive early for the Gold, you are welcome to come in but please leave your dog in the car until the test is due to start.

Finally, on Tuesday 29th June, we will end with a match (show not obedience) for club members. It starts at 7pm and our judge will be Pearl Crawford (Louiston).

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Dog Training Certification is it a requirement

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How to Become a Dog Trainer | Dog Training Certification

Dog lovers are focusing their interest into dream jobs by getting dog training certification. A profession as a dog training can be very challenging and will take a great amount of time, persistence and determination to become successful. With certification, dog owners feel more comfortable that the trainer has met high dog training standards and passed certification exams. Trainers that have had all-inclusive training can proudly display that diploma and are generally the choice of most dog owners.



There are in fact a lot of licensed dog training schools and home correspondence courses available. However, a genuinely trained dog trainer possesses a diploma as described by the Certification Council for Pet Dog Trainers. Keep in mind there are no laws that require certification.

You need a passion for working with dogs, regardless of their age, breed or temperament. You have to know that dogs do not understand human speech and most dogs cannot be trained in a couple of minutes. Therefore, a great deal of patience is needed to steer the dogs to achieve the intended behavior. Patience is the most valuable characteristic a dog trainer must possess.

You ought to examine your purpose and ask yourself a few questions before you enroll in any dog training certification program.

•Do you love all dogs regardless of age, breed or disposition? Can you actually work with them if the dogs are acting badly, stubborn and aggressive? Dog trainers must be kind and tolerant teachers since many hours of devotion and patience will be needed to work with the animals to attain the preferred results.

•Are you willing to put in many hours and effort to become a successful dog trainer? You will need to be committed to keep your dog training data up-to-date by attending seminars, workshops and conferences. By grasping a wide range of dog behavior, communication, conditioning, training techniques can assist you in becoming a well-qualified, knowledgeable and competent dog trainer.

•Are you respectful and comfortable working with people? A dog trainer’s job is not just about training dogs. It is also includes training people, particularly the dog owners themselves on how to handle their animals more successfully.



Suggestions to help you in determining if Dog Training is right for you:

•Volunteer at your local rescue center or animal shelter, you can get fantastic hands-on and observational practice.

•Dog shelters may have some type of training for their volunteers or you might be designated to assist one of the trainers.

•Visit your local pet stores or veterinary hospitals for reference and recommendations.

•Get in touch with local breeders and dog trainers in your area and ask about apprentice positions.

•Guide dogs training centers offer apprenticeship programs for anyone interested in becoming instructors for the school.

•Read as many training books as possible and go to many seminars, workshops and conferences to learn about dog training and behavior modification.

•Volunteer to train your friends or neighbors dogs to get some practical training and improve your skills.

Benefits of becoming a dog trainer:

•Appealing Pay Range - Professional dog trainers can earn $100 to $150 per hour depending on your knowledge, reputation and location. A part time trainer can make about $15 to $20 per hour. Seperately from the salary, you get to train the animals you love.

•Vast Variety of Career Prospects - In the United States, there are over 63 millions owned dogs. As more dogs take on roles in security, law enforcement, rescue operations and human assistance the employment opportunities are anticipated to rise.

•Low Start Up Costs – You will not need a large amount of cash lay out. You do not need costly equipment and rental space to get your business started.

•Tax Incentives – You are considered self employed, and this permits you to tax deductable expenses (ask your Tax Consultant for further details).

•Job Flexibility - Enjoy the freedom to make your own hours, and be your own boss.

•Job Satisfaction – If you sincerely care about dogs and can work with both the animal and its owner on a daily basis, this would be a very fulfilling occupation.

If you are interested and want additional information about dog training certification, check out http://www.dog-training-certification.org/

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Dog Training CD

Dog Training CD

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Buying a right dog training CD is important because if you buy a CD which had traditional methods of training which are cruel that hardly works. What we suggest you is get the right dog training CD so it will be easy for you as well as your puppy / dog to get it done smarty.

We guarantee you after hearing your problems we suggest you a CD that solve all your problems. Basic CDs which are common for all breed puppy and dog are Puppy Socialized Training, Dog First Year Training, Dog Obedience Training, Professional Dog Training, Guard Dog Training etc.

Professional Dog Training contain all the information that you need to control your dog in any situation the quality of dog lies not only the efforts you put in working with him but also techniques applied. Dog training is not a so much matter of training a dog but training yourself to understand what it takes to be respected as a leader in your dog mind. A well trained dog is one who get more freedom, exercise and affection during his life because the owners are happy with him and can trust there dog will respond when absolutely necessary. A properly trained dog will be happier and help you through out your life. My methods will instruct you how to honest the dog. Every dog is much smarter then most of us had even realize the reason people think that there dog is not very smart is not that the dog is lacking intelligence but the dog does not have respect for the owner as its leader. This is why you can be calling your dog and instructing them through dog trainer and dog seem to disregard his owner. We first must understand genetic makeup of the dog having knowledge of the way have been created to think make possible for us to deal in a manner which achieve results.

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Doing it the French way

Linda Offen has sent in this interesting article on just how difficult it is to make up a French Champion. And we thought we had it hard!

"As I seem to have "been in dogs" for at least a century, you will appreciate that I have got to know a lot of people in a variety of breeds over the years. One of them is a lovely lady by the name of Avril Lacey. When I first met her in the late 1970s she was well known for her "Weetoneon" Afghan Hounds but then became just as famous for her Hungarian Pulis, which breed she is synonymous with today. She still has one Afghan and, in fact, judged that breed as well as Pulis at WELKS this year. She has also judged both breeds at Crufts. Along the way she also owned Komondors, which always seemed to take over the whole of the hall when she brought them to training classes!
A few years ago Avril and her partner Stan decided to decamp to France (sensible couple!) together with all the dogs. She still travels to the UK to attend Championship shows but, as expected, has also managed to make up some of her stock to French Champions. This process, I have discovered, is very different from what now appears to be an almost relaxed approach in the UK to making up a Champion. The process was explained recently by Avril in the canine press where she writes the Puli breed notes, and I have reproduced it here to give an insight into what dogs and owners have to go through following gaining the necessary show wins.

I have also included a photo of Avril in the pastoral group ring at Crufts 2010 with her latest Champion Puli who, I hope you will agree, is a worthy title holder.

I hope you find the article interesting - dont let it put you off exhibiting or even living in France!!"

Linda

FRENCH CHAMPION WEETONEON ARTIC STORM

Gaining a French Ch title is different to the UK. You have to apply to the French KC to claim the title and it takes quite some time to be confirmed, as there are several items to check. You have to submit the CACs that have been won at both National and International Shows, plus one won at a Speciality National Show, and also one won either at The Club National Show (CBEI) or at the Championnatt de France. You also have to provide hip score certification (top scores only), eye tests (pass) and the TAN test certificate (temperament test). This test is held the day before the Clubs annual Championship Show, where over 350 dogs from Groups 1 and 2 take this test. This test is mandatory, as are the other previously mentioned items, to become a Champion. The TAN test now includes a Gun Test (previously Group 2 only). The TAN test is for correct social behaviour with individuals, in crowds, and with other dogs, reactions in unusual situations, trust and obeying the handler, e.g. in one part, handler and dog have to jump over a series of tapes placed across side to side (approximately 12" high) between an avenue of barriers approximately 4 wide apart and for a length of about 6 metres. If a dog tries to crawl under, it is failed. It is a long day but worthwhile, and interesting to see all the various breeds and their reactions. The breeds one thinks would be the boldest sadly sometimes fail.


Thanks for sharing this with us Linda!

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Welcome back to all my fellow bloggers

It feels good to be back and looking forward to a very good year.

It has taken me sometime before I up dated my blog, any way its been such a hectic time at the office that I had little time to chat to you guys. I did not even have time to visit some of my friends to see how their dogs are doing.

On a lighter note though, I will be attending the Instructors Course in Dog Training with the South African Dog Training College & Kennels in March 2011. Looking forward to having a good time. I know that most of you know just how passionate am I as far as dogs are concerned so I have decided to take it to another level.

Feel free to ask any questions regarding dogs when I come back from training as I will be more equipped to give advice to you. I will be learning from the best.

Have a lovely tail wagging Valentines Day

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