Contact Sue Becker at 519-896-2600 or email: suebecker@cyg.net

UNDERSTANDING is the first step to resolving problem behaviour and it goes a long way towards reducing irritation and frustration.

There is hope! In this class you will learn

• the many reasons why dogs bark


• how to identify the reason your dog barks


• steps you can take to reduce your dog's barking kindly and effectively

Start right now on the path to resolving your dog's behaviour and to restoring peace and harmony to your dog's life - and to your own.

Contact Sue Becker at 519-896-2600 or email: suebecker@cyg.net

A new litter has arrived!

Canadian Guide Dogs for the Blind requires foster families to home a puppy in training. The puppy must be welcomed as a member of the family, learning basic obedience and be introduced to a multitude of situations that will aid it in eventually becoming a working guide dog for the blind. An adult has to be home most of the day or have permission to take the dog to work with you.

The foster family is responsible for training the dog obedience and socialization skills, working closely with a professional dog trainer from Canadian Guide Dogs for the Blind. For the volunteer, it’s much like having your own puppy, but you must add specific commands and rules which are geared towards this puppy becoming a guide dog. It’s a long-term commitment of twelve to eighteen months, having the puppy accompany you almost everywhere you go, and adapting to the fact that the dog must be given back to enter into formal training at the end of the fostering stage. A large part of the reward is the chance for the puppy you raised to graduate as a working guide dog, to provide an incredible gift to a visually impaired person, and to have the opportunity to meet the person that the guide dog is matched with.

Canadian Guide Dogs for the Blind provides all food for the puppy and is responsible for all veterinary expenses. Attend an Information Session on February 19, March 5, or March 19, 2010. Registration is required. To register or to get more information, phone (613) 692-7777 or email cgdb@sympatico.ca.

Canadian Guide Dogs for the Blind has been providing professionally trained guide dogs to visually impaired Canadians since 1984.

Taking place at Mississauga’s International Centre, tickets ($6 for children under 8; $10 for adults, $25 for a family pass) are now available at www.ticketweb.ca.
Doors open at 9 a.m.

For more info visit www.thepurinanational.ca.

Plus, PawsWay has special activities planned for families this March Break:

• Special Classes for Kids and Pets: PawsWay has a host of free classes from March 15 – 19; everything from animal drawing classes taught by a local artist, to classes where kids can enter the world of dog sports (and get some exercise while they’re at it!). Or, if geography is their thing, kids can learn about the different cat breeds found around the world. And these are only some of the classes available.
• Bonus March Weekend Programming: Families can check out fun doggie sports and agility activities such as “Rally-O” on March 20 and 21, and cat-loving kids can take part in the Cats, Cats, Cats Extravaganza planned for the weekend of March 27.
• PawsWay’s “Paw-riffic” Exhibits: All March long kids can discover how to calculate a dog’s true age, find out what cats and dogs see, and learn about the seven different classifications of dog breeds (and what makes each one special). Pet owners can also take The Healthy Hug Test to find out the proper size and weight for their dog or cat, as well as the best ways to keep their furry family members lean, fit and healthy.
• Celebrate Animal Heroes: Get your tissues ready and walk through the Purina Animal Hall of Fame. Read the moving stories and meet more than 140 amazing, life-saving pet heroes. Learn about Jarod, the Chow Chow who saved his owner from a bear attack, or Mel-o, the cat who stopped a young boy from slipping into a diabetic coma. These tales are guaranteed to make Mom, the kids, and even Dad shed a tear or two!

PawsWay, located at 245 Queens Quay West, will be open to families and pets this March Break from Monday, March 15th through to Friday March 19th from 11a.m. until 4p.m. and over the weekends from 11a.m. until 6p.m. For more information, or to learn more about the free activities available throughout March, visit www.pawsway.ca.

Registration: $150/day

For further information, please see www.regonline.com/suzanneclothier2010; email: ditpseminar@gmail.com; or call 519-826-5315

Registration: $275 for 2 days

For further information, please see www.regonline.com/servicedog2010; email: ditpseminar@gmail.com; or call 519-826-5315

On May 22 and 23, 2010 you will be able to compete with all ages and sexes (altered) of Boerboels registered with the following recognized registries: SABT/SABBA, EBBASA, USBA and AKC.

The judge for the Boerboel show is SABBA Senior Appraiser, Jean Minnaar.
This event is a two-day competition with your dog(s).
Advanced registration is required.

Saturday, May 22 – 9:00 AM SABT/SABBA North American Boerboel Show
Entry Fee: $25.00 per dog.
Coming from the United States, you’ll need a copy of the dog(s) vaccination records, health certificate for each dog and registration papers. Corresponding dogs and owners must both be present on the day. Professional handlers are permitted.

During the day on Saturday May 22, 2010 - CGN Testing CAVB CGN Testing
Entry Fee: $35.00
Open to all breeds; register now space is limited.
All proceeds to the Dog Legislation Council of Canada

Sunday, May 23 – 9:00 AM Boerboel Farm Dog 1 testing
Boerboel Farm Dog Test
Entry Fee: $25.00 per dog (CAVB member) - $30.00 per dog (non-member)
Open to all breeds, enter now space is limited
Judge Celine LoGuasto — 15 years performance dog experience.
Master Trainer specializing in general obedience and behaviour modification. Breed experience includes APBT, GSD, Malinois, Beauceron, South African Boerboel, American Bulldog, Central Asian Shepherd and other rare breeds.

Breeders have the opportunity to rent a 10 x 10 booth for $30.00 Canadian funds.
Tables for a booth will also be available for rent.
Class sponsorship is $50.00 If you are interested in sponsoring a class, please contact the CAVB. April 22, 2010 is the cut off date for sponsorship.
In order to promote your kennel, the CAVB has arranged to have banners made with your kennel name or business name on the banner.
More information; interested? Advertising Opportunities and More Information

Activities include fun, free dog contests, demonstrations of agility, obedience, duck herding, free trial puppy classes, a children's area, vendors, a dog photographer, food, and more. Bring your dog, enjoy the day!

Visit our website at www.stratfordshakestailfestival.ca for more information.

This is one of nearly 200 walks that takes place across Canada, raising money to place incredible dogs with incredible people. Dog Guides for people who are blind or visually impaired, who have hearing difficulties, who live with frequent seizures due to epilepsy, and people who have physical or medical disabilities.

The Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides is the largest guide dog organization in Canada. The Purina Walk For Dog Guides is their biggest fundraiser. With no government funding, donations and fundraisers are very important.

So please volunteer, sponsor or participate in the Harbourfront Purina Walk For Dog Guides. A fun, family friendly walk taking place in your community. We would love to see you there.

For more information please contact:

Volunteer Recruitment: Charisse - tupaz.wcp@gmail.com
General Inquires: Charlene - 416 360 7297 ext. 226; Jenine - harbourfrontwalk@gmail.com