2010 BEHAVIOUR MASTER CLASSES WITH SARAH WHITEHEAD
Inspiration, motivation, knowledge and experience
11 June 2010 - Hyper-dog
30 July 2010 - Canine Comminication
3 September - Trainers Anonymous
17 September - Intensive Behaviour
22 October - Aggression Master Class
5 November 2010 - Breed Needs
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WAGTAILS PRESENT:
GET READY TO RALLY WORKSHOPS
Wagtails are proud to announce that we are holding a series of one day workshops to introduce newcomers to this terrific new dog sport.
Dates: 17 July and 22 August
The workshops will run from 10am till 4pm and will cover the following:
Demonstration Level 1 Course
Understanding static signs and turns
Call front exercises and pace changes
Cone exercises – spirals and weaves
Level 1 Bonus Signs, L evel 1 Complete Course
Demonstration of Level 2/3 exercises.
Refreshments and lunch included.
Spaces are limited so please book early to avoid disappointment. Sociable dogs only please. (If you have a dog with ‘issues’ but want to have a go at Rally please contact us and register your interest in a specialist ‘Rehab for Rally Workshop’.)
Please make cheques payable to ‘Wagtails’.
No refunds given if cancellation is less than 48 hours before the workshop.
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TEACHING DOGS TO IGNORE LIVESTOCK
A UNIQUE INTERACTIVE HANDS- ON WORKSHOP
Following dates, July 27th28th. August 3rd and 4th and August 10thand 11th
The venue is a training farm situated between Hereford and Abergavenny
I work on The Malvern Hills in Worcestershire and the training farm above and I have specialised in the affects of companion dogs on amenity land in urban areas for over fifteen years. I work with several public bodies with the aim of reducing incidents of livestock worrying, including the graziers association.
The Malvern Hills Conservators in conjunction with the graziers association have asked me to work with and form associations with other trainers dealing in any way with livestock worrying by dogs. The courses I run offer opportunities and training in order for me to provide a list of proficient trainers throughout the country, to whom graziers can refer.
My courses are practical, interactive, hands on and co-operative.
Although I deal with all levels of chase behaviour I have found during my time in this specialised area that very few dogs are predatory chasers, the vast majority of dogs can be stopped from chasing permanently by positively and systematically overlaying alternative, acceptable, rewardable behaviour. My training emphasis is on impulse control, off lead and distance control, and setting up real life challenging situations working with trained and untrained sheep and fast moving livestock targets.
There is a large flat outdoor training area, an indoor training area and very comfortable relaxation areas.
My background is practical, from working with sheep and sheep dogs, followed by courses with Ian Dunbar, Sarah Whitehead , Kay Lawrence, and others and I am assembling evidence for KCAI accreditation
It is sometimes possible to attend for a one day workhsop only, by arrangement.
Cost £120 two day workshop, on farm accommodation sometimes available
Phone Sue. Harper (fetc .miace apdt no.0498)
Malvern 01684 568067 or Abergavenny 01873 890675
http://www.educating-rover.co.uk/
HEAVEN SCENT
ONE DAY SCENTING WORKSHOP
Monday 2nd August 2010, 10-4pm
Turn your dog’s favourite pastime into your favourite hobby. Dogs love to sniff and smell their way through the day. Why not harness this skill? When I worked as a Customs drug detector dog handler I adored the teamwork, the joy of working together with my dog for a common purpose. I have been teaching varies types of searches in my classes for the last 18 months and have been delighted with the enthusiasm of both dogs and owners to learn scentwork skills. Come and learn about free and directed searches, scent pictures and handling techniques. This workshop will allow handlers to work their dogs in building and vehicle searches once you’ve learned the basics of how to build trust and teamwork. A day packed full of advice on how to use scentwork to aid concentration, enhance training and improve behaviour. Tiring, satisfying and addictive!
We have limited places for dogs that are friendly and sociable with both people and other dogs.
Spectator places are also available – lots to learn from watching others learning scentwork.
Where and when?
Abbots Ripton Village Hall, Huntingdon, Cambs
Monday 2nd August 2010, 10am - 4pm
Tickets are £50 and include all day refreshments.
Please bring your own packed lunch.
To book your place on this workshop, please go to our website www.talkingdogs.org.uk
SARAH KALNAJS FULL WEEKEND SEMINAR
The Weekend will cover:
Canine Behaviour Problems, Puppies, Treating Serious Aggression in Dogs
Date: 14/15 August 2010
Time: 9am - 5pm
Venue: Dog Training Ireland Centre
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Training skills workshop
A day devoted to basic positive training skills including...
How to teach a dog to walk on a loose lead
How to make the most of using play and games in training and exercising your dog
How to use 'consequences' effectively to get the behaviour you want from your dog
Saturday August 21st
South Hykeham Village Hall (near Lincoln)
10 - 4.30pm
£26.00
Details:
paddy@teamworktraining.co.uk
RALLY UK TRIAL
(Held under APDT UK Rally rules and regulations)
SUNDAY 22nd August 2010
BRIDGE FARM, ALKINGTON ROAD,WHITCHURCH. SY13 3NE
For directions see
Trial opens at 9.30 am. All competitors to be booked in by 11.30 am
Walk through start 9.30am second chance 12.30 Lunchtime.
Judging start 10.00am
Trial Secretary: Stewart Thornley
(cheques made payable to Aricia Dog Training)
Refreshments all day by Rossendale Dog Training, Tea Coffee, Burgers Etc.
Class – Level one
Judge – Trudy Longhurst
Entries open - 1st July 2010
Entries close – 16th August 2010
CLICK HERE FOR ENTRY FORM AND FURTHER INFORMATION
JOHN ROGERSON
John Rogerson - Canine Aggression Course
Middle Wallop, Nr Andover, Hampshire.
25th to 28th August 2010
Canine Aggression is a course that picks up where other courses stop. John talks about dog to dog aggression, dog to people aggression, the causes, effects and solutions. This is not a course for beginners as the problems of aggression are covered in some depth. A good background in practical handling and training would be helpful prior to attending this course.
There will be examples of dogs with various aggression problems on the course although students will not be required to handle these dogs.
Places limited to 25
Cost £220.00. Deposit of £50 payable to Canine Training Services,
95 Salisbury Road, Andover, Hants. SP10 2LN.
Any further info required contact Pauline Wise - pauline@wiseowl.wanadoo.co.uk
EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE
A Weekend Seminar with Sarah Whitehead
11th & 12th September 2010
Venue: Fraser Hall, Cowan Bridge, Lancs, LA6 2HS (nr Kirkby Lonsdale) 8 mls from J36 M6
Cost: 2 days - £80. 1 day - £45
Times: (9.30 registration) 10am – 4pm daily, refreshments provided but please bring your own lunch.
Day 1: Talk Dog. An in-depth and engaging look at canine body language, facial expression and the communication of emotion. A chance to hone your skills in recognising canine signals using video footage, commentary and discussion. This seminar will enhance your ability to assess, help and train dogs of all types, ages and breeds, no matter what your involvement.
Day 2: The Bigger Picture. How we need to examine more than just the behaviour problem when dealing with problem behaviour. This seminar will explore the wider aspects of how we approach training and behaviour work and will look at case studies to illustrate the need for looking beyond the central issue – including the other end of the lead!
About Sarah Whitehead: Sarah is an accomplished and entertaining speaker, known for her engaging and interactive presentation style as well as her passion and knowledge of the subject matter. Sarah has an MSc in Companion Animal Behaviour Therapy, has written 23 books on behaviour and training in both dogs and cats. She is MD of the Clever Dog Company Ltd, offering puppy classes, training and specialist behavioural help across the South of England, and runs Alpha Education – an accredited provider of practically applied education courses in animal behaviour and training.
For more details or to book contact:
GOOD START FOR BEST BEHAVIOUR Debbie Hodgkiss 015242 71955 hodgkiss.debbie@gogglemail.com or Sue Whiteley 01539 621946 – sue@goodstartdogs.co.uk
THE ORCHARDS DOG TRAINING CENTRE
ORCHARDS VIEW, TWYFORD ROAD, TWYFORD,
ADDERBURY, OXON. OX17 3JL
Telephone 01295 811655
V.A.T. Reg. No. 336 4553 52
Dog and handler teams navigate a course with numbered signs indicating different exercises to perform such as, Sit Down Sit, Straight figure 8, Down Walk Round, Call Front finish left, Left Turn. Teams navigate the course at a brisk continuous performance without direction from the judge. Handlers are encouraged to talk to their dogs during the performance.
All dogs, purebred, mixed breed and dogs with disabilities are encouraged to participate.
Due to popular demand we are running another Level 1 workshop on:
Sunday 26th September 2010
10.00 a.m. to 4.00p.m.
9.30 a.m. Coffee & Registration
Bring your own lunch
coffee & tea provided
Be aware most of the day is outside
Handlers £40.00 Spectators £20.00
If you want more information or to register contact
Tony Orchard
01295 811655
SAFE & DEFENSIVE HANDLING
ONE DAY WORKSHOP
Monday 27th September 2010
The essence of defensive handling is not getting bitten! But how do you actually do that? Instead of hoping that your natural survival instinct will kick in, this workshop is designed to give you the tools to identify when, how and why you might be bitten; understand and practise effective, tried and tested techniques; and learn which piece of equipment can help you best in those tricky situations. This is a must for everyone who works or volunteers with dogs in any capacity – including nursing, kennels, fostering and training.
Abbots Ripton Village Hall, Huntingdon, Cambs
Monday 27th September 2010, 10am - 4pm
Tickets are £50 and include all day refreshments.
Please bring your own packed lunch.
To book your place on this workshop, please go to our website www.talkingdogs.org.uk
STRESS IS NO JOKEDate: Saturday 16 October 2010
Venue: Sway Village Hall, Middle Road, Sway, Lymington Hampshire, SO41 6BB
Registration: From 9.15am – Start 10.00am – Close Approx 4.30pm
Cost: Only £35.00 per head to include Coffee on arrival; Mid-Morning Tea/Coffee Ploughman’s Lunch & Afternoon Tea/Coffee with special CDT Cake.
Stress may contribute to many behavioural problems e.g. pulling on lead, destructive tendencies,
over-excitement, aggression, barking and many more unwanted symptoms.
Stress has become something of a by-word and something we read about all the time but how does it really relate to us and our dogs? As with humans, stress may be a factor in many behavioural problems, an inability to concentrate and learn and can be a contributory factor in ill health and energy levels. Visits to the vet, groomer or a stay in kennels can be upsetting for some dogs and can lead to a change in their behaviour in the short or long-term. Sometimes just being left alone can result in distress and unwanted behaviour. We will look at how to recognize the symptoms and causes of stress, how to reduce them and how to make ours and our dogs lives, easier, healthier and more enjoyable.
There will also be a range of quality dog treats and toys available for sale, including many special offers. This is a great opportunity to enjoy an entertaining and interesting seminar and learn more about stress and your dog.
Unfortunately dogs cannot join us on this occasion.
Your presenter Winkie Spiers is an Association of Pet Dog Trainers Member (00804), Chairman of the Pet Dog Trainers of Europe (F036), Association of INTO Dogs Member, a human & canine Bowen Therapist and has extensively studied dog behaviour, training, communication, care and health. Winkie has attended many dog related courses; completed a 2 year OCN course (International Dog Behaviour & Training School) and continues to expand her knowledge and skills. She speaks here in the UK and abroad on a wide range of dog related subjects and her first book ‘How to Handle Living with Your Dog’ was published last year. Winkie’s website: www.winkiespiers.com
Canine Health Conference – 6th & 7th November 2010, Edinburgh – Royal Highland Centre
This Canine Health Conference is organised by Action 4 Dogs in order to provide an informative platform for exchange of the latest Alternative Medicine, Nutrition and Complementary Therapies available to our canine companions.
Conventional medicine is very good at treating emergency and urgent cases, but has less success with long-standing diseases that keep appearing when drugs are stopped. It is therefore not surprising that an upsurge in attention to holistic practices in Human & Animal Medicine would pique the interest of dog owners.
Opinions about canine nutrition vary among vets, breeders, trainers and the dog owning public. With so many different options and therapies on offer, how do we know what is best and what to choose? The bottom line is that even experts do not always agree on the best type of dog food, remedy or therapy. This Conference will explore the various solutions and will aim at helping us to make more informed decisions
Speakers will include:
Nick Thompson, Holistic Vet, BSc.(Hons), BVM&S, VetMFHom, MRCVS),
Sally Askew, B.Sc. (Hons), C&G SAN, MBTER, MGEOTA)
Maeve Grant, MCSP HPC ACPAT Cat A, BSc Hons Physiotherapy PgDip Vet Physio
Tom Middlemas, Owner of Hydrotherapy and Rescue Centre, St Boswells, Scottish Borders
Val Borland B.Sc. (Hons), TTouch Practitioner
NEW IDEAS IN MEDICINE
Another ‘Not To Be Missed’ presentation by
Holisticvet Nick Thompson BSc (Hons) Path Sci., BVM&S, VetMFHom, MRCVS
Medicine is changing rapidly: MRI scanners offer us views of the body only previously dreamt of by surgeons; chemotherapy, in some cases, is extending life and giving ‘complete remission’; fibre optic technology allows surgeons to treat joints and get you home in days, not months.
But there are major changes in grassroots medicine, as well – the kind of medicine that doesn’t make the headlines, but actually changes more lives than all the medical cutting edge products put together. I have gathered information on these trends, breakthroughs and revelations and I would like to share some of the following, and more:
And more – to amaze, inspire, challenge and entertain you N.T.
Nick qualified with an Honours degree in Pathological Sciences and a BVM&S from The Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies, Edinburgh, and worked in traditional practice for 7 years. A lecturer at Southampton University in the use of homeopathy, acupuncture and nutrition in behaviour; Consultant to the UK Wolf Conservation Trust, Verm-X and Natural Instincts pet food and regular contributor to Dogs Today magazine. Nick runs a complimentary veterinary consultancy in Bath www.holisticvet.co.uk specialising in homeopathy, acupuncture, herbal medicine and nutritio.
Saturday 20 November 2010 from 9.30am - 1.30pm
at Horton, South Gloucestershire (just off junction 18 M4)
Cost £29.00 per delegate
Teas, coffees, biscuits etc will be provided.
For details please email kpalpha@btinternet.com or call 07968 263924
Action 4 Dogs is delighted to be hosting a Seminar with
PATRICIA B. McCONNELL, PH.D..- 10 & 11 September 2011 – Edinburgh
Patricia is a Certified Applied Animal Behaviourist, (CAAB) and an Ethologist who has made a lifelong commitment to improving the relationship between people and animals. Patricia is known worldwide as an expert on canine and feline behaviour and dog training, and for her engaging and knowledgeable dog training books, DVDs and seminars.
The first day of the Seminar will focus on the most common context of dog-dog aggression problems. The second day will be based on one of her books FOR THE LOVE OF A DOG: Emotions in You & Your Dog, and How they Affect Training and Relationships.
This will be Patricia's only UK date - Full information coming soon www.action4dogs.co.uk
e-mail us if you want to receive the Seminar Programme by e-mail – Seminars@action4dogs.co.uk