1 PawPrint Term 1 2016 CLUB RULES 1. All dogs must have a current vaccination certificate and be over 3 months of age. 2. Dogs must be fitted with a lead and collar appropriate to the size and type of dog. 3. Dogs must be under effective control at all times. 4. No dog shall be off lead unless authorized by an instructor. 5. Bitches in season are NOT allowed on the training ground. 6. All handlers must use the bucket and scoops provided to clean up any mess left by their dog, or carry a plastic bag for this purpose. 7. The training panel reserve the right to order any dog from the ground if in their opinion the dog is uncontrollable or a hazard to other dogs or people. The committee also has the right to insist that dogs be muzzled. 8. Club badges must be worn during training. 9. No corporal punishment to be metered out to dogs by handlers/members whilst on the club grounds or participating in club activities. 10. Verbal or physical abuse by a member toward any member or visitor will not be tolerated under any circumstances.
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PawPrint Term 1 2016
CLUB RULES
1. All dogs must have a current vaccination certificate and be over 3 months of age.
2. Dogs must be fitted with a lead and collar appropriate to the size and type of dog.
3. Dogs must be under effective control at all times.
4. No dog shall be off lead unless authorized by an instructor.
5. Bitches in season are NOT allowed on the training ground.
6. All handlers must use the bucket and scoops provided to clean up any mess left by
their dog, or carry a plastic bag for this purpose.
7. The training panel reserve the right to order any dog from the ground if in their opinion
the dog is uncontrollable or a hazard to other dogs or people. The committee also
has the right to insist that dogs be muzzled.
8. Club badges must be worn during training.
9. No corporal punishment to be metered out to dogs by handlers/members whilst on the
club grounds or participating in club activities.
10. Verbal or physical abuse by a member toward any member or visitor will not be
tolerated under any circumstances.
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Committee & Positions Holders 2015-16
President Lorna Piper Trial Secretary K Spencer /L Piper
Now clicker training's quite the fad, Results from some are not too bad. The concept stemmed from Pavlov's hound Responding to some special sound. The dog would start to salivate Before he got the food he ate. The modern click does much the same Enhancing our dog-training game. By causing Fido's hopes to raise- Anticipating treats or praise. Sometimes you click to no avail, And other methods also fail. No matter how you plead or shout, Sometimes the dog just won't put out When asked to sit or heel or stay, Thus giving you a rotten day. It makes you feel quite like a fool, And then you start to lose your cool. But if your methods fail for you. There's something else that you can do. Try "liquor training", that's its name, To help you with your dog-sport game. "How does this method work?" you ask Well, first you get a little flask Containing gin or other booze Of any kind that you may choose. Each time your dog decides to goof, You take a sip of '80 proof'. It helps the handler to relax And minimize the stress attacks. When handler's mood is more at ease, The dog may sometimes try to please, Or, then again may still refuse To mind his training P's and Q's. But whether foul results or fair You liquor train -- you just don't care.
Author Unknown
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Bacon Bites
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 40 minutes
1/2 C nonfat milk
1/4 C bacon fat
4 slices bacon (cooked, drained and crumbled)
1/2 C beef or chicken broth
3 C whole wheat flour
1 egg
Preheat oven to 325( F.
In a large bowl, combine egg, milk, bacon fat,
cooked bacon and broth. Mix well. Gradually
add flour. Roll out on floured surface to 1/2
inch thickness. Use bone shaped cookie cutters
and place on lightly greased cookie sheets
about 1/4 inch apart. Bake for 40 minutes. Let
cool. Can be frozen in freezer bags.
Bacon Biscuits
5 cups Whole wheat flour
1 cup Milk
2 Eggs
10 tbsp.Vegetable oil or bacon fat
5 cups Whole wheat flour
1 cup Milk
2 Eggs
10 tbsp.Vegetable oil or bacon fat
1 tbsp.Onion or garlic powder
1/2 cup Cold water
1 tbsp.Vegetable oil or bacon fat
Grease cookie sheet with vegetable oil.
Mix ingredients well. Pinch off pieces of
dough and roll into 5 cm balls. Bake at 3500F
for 35-40 mins, let cool, store in airtight
container
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Buck's Best Bread Pudding Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 60 minutes
3 eggs
1/4 C honey
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 slices white bread
2 C nonfat milk
Preheat oven to 325( F.
In a large bowl, combine eggs, honey, and vanilla.
Beat together well. Cube 4 slices of bread. Place in
square baking dish or individual oven-proof custard
dishes. Heat milk in saucepan until scalded. Slowly
add 1/2 of the hot milk into the bowl containing the
egg mixture (keep whisking the egg mixture to
temper). Add remaining milk. Place baking dish(es)
into a large pan for a water bath. Pour milk-egg
mixture over cubed bread. Add water to the pan
until the water level is equal to the liquid mixture
level of the baking dishes. Bake uncovered for
about 1 hour. Let cool. Refrigerate.
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Name the cartoon dog mixed up names can be found on page 9
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Whether your pet has fur, feathers
or fins. This is the place to visit -
Lorna's Soapbox
People who buy puppies without realising the impact it can have on their lives for the next 14 or so years,
who don't research before deciding on a breed, it's not all about appearance or what you've heard, or how
the neighbour's dog is, but about hereditary, predisposition and parentage. I become a little bit frustrated
when people come and say 'I have a heeler pup and it keeps biting everyone's ankles', or 'my jack russell
keeps digging holes', 'my rottweiller barks and guards stuff'',' my border collier chases cars'. Please learn
about the breed; heelers move cattle nipping at heels, jack russells are ratters, rotties are a guarding breed,
border collies need to herd something and so on. The breed characteristics don't mean you don't get that
pup, but it does mean you need to work with the inherent nature of the dog. Some dogs drop better than
others, some come back better, some stand for exam better, understanding your breed will help you
become a better trainer and you and your dog will become a better team/family.
This soapbox is due to having brand new puppies in the house and I am worriedly considering their future.
Will the new owners cope and understand the different stages of growth and how important it is to start off
right, it's no good letting a cute pup jump on you then once it hits 50kg decide it has to stop! There are
many stages; cute puppyhood, naughty teenager, bored adult, old and ageing geriatric, how will these
stages be managed by the new owners? I hope, with understanding, patience and love, without anger,
intolerance and frustration - I wish this for all dogs in all homes.
My wishes and hopes
That they go to baby puppy school, learning to learn with their new family.
To be healthy and enjoy life with their family.
To be occupied and trained, learning throughout their lives, being great companions
To be rewarded for good behaviour, not taken for granted
To not be punished, especially for something that is part of being a dog, or the owner's fault.
My worries
Will the pup be over exercised, run on sand too early
Will the adult dog get enough exercise/stimulation, both mental and physical
Will they be fed the correct diet for the different times of life and not get fat
Will the new family learn to 'talk' dog, be understanding and aware
Will they be groomed and not shaved
Will they have a family to play with forever and not be backyard captives
Will there be lots of time for snuggles and companionship
Will they be loved forever, even when misbehaving
Will they learn together so they can travel life's road better together
Will the new family understand that they are dogs and can't always be perfect
For me, after sleep shattered nights and watching them grow, living with them so close they aren't just
pups to be sold but pups that I have a responsibility to, to find them the best home I can. There are always
tears when I part with them, but they go on to a better life with someone who will have more time for them
to give them the attention that they need and deserve, these little bundles of joy.
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Some Cross Breeds that didn't work out.
Collie + Lhaso Apso: Collapso, a dog that folds up for easy transport.
Spitz + Chow Chow: Spitz-Chow, a dog that throws up a lot
Bloodhound + Borzoi: Bloody Bore, a dog that's not much fun.
Pyrenees + Dachshund: Pyradachs, a fiery breed.
Pekingese + Lhaso Apso: Peekasso, an abstract dog.
Newfoundland + Basset Hound: Newfound Asset Hound, a dog for financial advisors
Terrier + Bulldog: Terribull, a dog that makes awful mistakes.
Bloodhound + Labrador: Blabador, a dog that barks incessantly.
Malamute + Pointer: Moot Point, owned by . . . oh well, it doesn't matter anyway.
Collie + Malamute: Commute, a dog that travels to work.
Deerhound + Terrier: Derriere, a dog that's true to the end.
Bulldog + Shih Tzu: (I'm sure you can figure out what this "new" breed would be called!)
We need to remember that the Designer dog breeds can carry the genetic diseases of the breeds they are
crossed with. Please ensure that the parents have been tested for the genetic problems of their breeds. The
initial 'hybrid vigour' can dissipate with continual breeding, by the third generation genetic disposition may
come into effect, the breeders should be testing their breeding stock for genetic disease.
All dogs are wonderful, and we want the best life possible for them all, free of preventable illness.
SPACE PLEASE
If there is a tethered dog please do not
encroach on its space or let your dog get too
close. Be aware of how close your dog is
getting to other dogs, don't allow contact
without the other owner being aware. Space
too if you see a dog on the grounds wearing
a yellow bandanna.
Yellow bandanna if the dog requires space,
may be over friendly and is in training to be
calm, may be fearful of dogs/people, may
have poor eyesight/hearing. Space please is
what the owner is asking from us.
Name the Dogs
Mutley (Dastardly & Mutley)
Scrappy Doo (Scooby Doo relative)
Copper (Fox & The Hound movie)
Odie (from Garfield)
UnderDog
Bolt (from the movie)
Mr Peabody (and sherman)
Balto (movie)
Hector (Looney Tunes)
Pluto (Disney)
Belvedere
Lady and The Tramp
Santa's Little Helper (The Simpsons)
Snowy (Rin Tintin)
Dollar (Dollarmation - Richie Rich)
Chopper
Chief (The Fos & The Hound movie)
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WITH LOVE FROM A LONELY DOG
I wish someone would tell me what it is I've done wrong.
Why do I have to stay chained up and be left alone so long?
They seemed so glad to have me when I came here as a pup.
There were so many things we'd do while I was growing up.
The master said he would train me as a companion and a friend.
The mistress said she'd never fear to be left alone again.
The children said they'd feed me and brush me every day.
They'd play with me and walk me if I would only stay.
But now the master "Hasn't time".
The mistress said I shed -
She doesn't want me in the house not even to be fed.
The children never walk me, they always say "not now".
I wish that I could please them.
Won't someone tell me how?
All I had, you see, was love.
I wish they would explain
Why they said they wanted mine
And then left it on a chain.
So sad and unfortunately so true in too many cases.
Definitely not the case for these two rehoused dogs.
Monty the English Pointer on the left (how such an
enormous dog can fit into such a small space is a puzzle)
and Bessie the Dalmation on the right.
Visiting is challenging - you have to beat the dogs to the couch :).
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The Foobler - an advertisement, with some points to think about
Even though many dog owners refer to themselves as ‘dog parents’, we’re inclined to forget
just how much our dogs depend on us, not only for basics like food, but to satisfy their
emotional and social needs.
Do we expect too much from our dogs?
1. We expect our dogs to stay out of trouble when
we aren’t at home Scientists say that a dog is as
intelligent as a two to three-year old child. You’d never
leave your three-year old alone at home without a sitter
would you?
But when you come home after a few hours out or a day at work, you expect to find that
your pet has stayed out of mischief all on its own.
Thank goodness, dogs aren’t usually able to get into trouble quite as badly as human
kids, but expecting them to wait for you to come home in a space where there is little
stimulation or entertainment to be had, and still be as good as gold is clearly unrealistic.
What’s the solution?
Of course, most of us have to go to work. The best solution is to give your canine
companion an entertaining toy that he can play with all on his own.
What toy would be fascinating enough to keep your dog busy for hours on end? The
Foobler was designed to do exactly that, and it uses several strategies to keep things
interesting for your dog.
It has movement because it is round and can roll about.
It has sound. A bell rings at pre-set times.
It dispenses treats. When the bell rings, your pup gets his or her reward.
2. We expect dogs to get by without exercise Four out of five dog owners take their dogs for regular walks, but 20% of us are cringing right now. If you’re in the ‘cringe’ group, consider the benefits of exercising your dog. Not only will you keep your pet fitter, healthier and less likely to become obese, but you get to share the same benefits. And your dog will be better behaved when he is able to work off some of that excess energy. Scheduling tip: Life can get very busy, so consider getting up a little earlier every morning so that you can fit your dog walk in. You’ll be much more wide-awake and alert when you get to the office than most of your colleagues! 3. We take away their jobs and get cross when they try to find one What was your dog bred to do? If it’s a sheep or cattle dog, it has a strong herding instinct. If it’s a terrier, it loves to hunt. Either of these instincts can get your pets into trouble.
Your collie might decide that kids need to be rounded up and your terrier could decide that bicycles are legitimate prey. But one job that every dog loves is foraging. This often gets translated into dustbin emptying or stealing food from kitchen counters. Give your dog a job: Once again, the Foobler deserves a special mention. Hunters, herders and foragers will all love this interactive dog toy. Playing ‘fetch’ also satisfies the doggie urge to work. It gives your dog good exercise and satisfies hunting and herding instincts. And bit of obedience training provides mental stimulation and fun while allowing your dog to feel as if he or she is being productive. 4. We expect our dogs to love being with us – and then we leave them on their own For dogs, loving us comes naturally, but they do need help with being left alone. The best way to get them used to this is to have a departure ritual. Your dog sees you pick up your keys and take your bag. Then you walk towards the garage and drive off. Train your dog to handle its 'alone time': The gentlest way to get dogs used to being on their own is to make your departures relaxed and natural. Demonstrating your feelings of ‘parental guilt’ with lots of attention can actually increase the trauma of your departure. Help your pet to get used to this by starting with short absences and then gradually extending the time you’re away. Having a predictable ‘doggie loving’ routine interspersed with times when you prefer to do your own thing helps your dog to adjust to a schedule. 5. Think about it: your dog is not a human Our dogs are so loving and intelligent that we’re inclined to see them as humans. As a result, we often expect too much of them. Your dog is not a furry human. It has its own needs and instincts. Next time your dog is ‘bad’, ask yourself which instinct their behaviour satisfied. Perhaps the naughty behaviour is a symptom of an unfulfilled need. Regards, Peter and the Team at Foobler [email protected]
TRAINING EQUIPMENT We have some amazing Black Dog Wear stock. We actually manage offer this to members below retail price We have new Treat pouches, smart leads and clickers, poo bag holders, flat collars and training collars. If we don't have what you are after then please remember our sponsors - The Doggy Den and Riviera Pets. Training harnesses are in stock. Please come and have a look
TRAINING TIMES 2016
7:30 - 8:15 am Advanced Agility
8:15 - 8:45 am Intermediate & Foundation Agility
9:30 - 10:00 am Obedience Classes -
Puppies, Transition and Class 1
10.00 - 10:15 am President's Message & Break
10:15 - 11:00 am Class 2, 3 & 4 and Instructors
Please be aware times can change as our available
instructors change. Check website and fb page if you
have been away for a week.
A Bequest
Joan Mawson of Paynesville kindly bequeathed us
$2000. It was with much appreciation that we
accepted this gift
The Committee would like members to pause a
moment and give a moment of thought to this
generous lady.
I am hoping that there is a Rainbow Bridge and
she has passed over it to be with her past four
legged friends.
Thank you Joan, you are in our memories.
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Cropophagia
This is the technical term for 'poo' (faeces/stool) eating - such a lovely topic to think on. There are many dogs that present to veterinarians with this habit. A study of 1500 surveys conducted by the University of California discovered that -
16 percent of dogs eat stools frequently and 85 percent eat other dogs’ poop Intact males are less likely to indulge than neutered dogs of either sex Poop eaters are more likely to live with other dogs and are greedy eaters 40 percent of Border Collies and Shelties are stool eaters; no Poodles were reported to be 90 percent of stools were eaten within two days
Dogs will often sample the poo of rabbits, cats, wombats and other animals, sometimes even their own. Dogs regularly devour things that we think are disgusting. [My dogs are often caught heading for the cat litter tray - Editor]. Mother dogs will clean up after their puppies - perhaps this is also an innate behaviour to keep their den clean and protect from predators. The study also drew the conclusion that faeces eating was a way to keep their area clean. Sometimes the animal whose poop is proving tasty has a digestive problem such as cats with an enzyme deficiency or if they are fed low quality food that is hard for the cat to digest. In these circumstances the poop of the cat is more food than poop. Why do they do it? Sometimes it is common in pups usually stopping when the grow up, some reasons may be:-
o As puppies they may begin to play with their poop and try it out for taste or just something to carry around, if owners over react then the behaviour may be reinforced and inadvertently encouraged.
o Using the incorrect toilet training techniques may also contribute to poop eating - particularly that old habit of sticking the dog's nose in it.
o Sometimes if the pup is punished for 'accidents' then it may eat the poop before it is seen and therefore not be punished.
o Mother dogs clean up after their pups and some pups may learn they habit from them. It may be that the dog's diet isn't sufficient for its needs
Medical problems can contribute to cropophagia - enzyme deficiency (pancreatic insufficiency) may result in dogs eating the faeces of other animals - rabbit poop is rich in enzymes and B vitamins, rich the dog could need. Parasites in the gastro-intestinal organs could result in poop eating.
Certain medical conditions can result in an increased appetite - diabetes, Cushing's disease, thyroid disease or even some medications - leading to poop eating.
Behavioural issues - Dogs may eat poop because they are anxious, lonely, bored or distressed. Puppies that are weaned too soon, don't have enough to eat, have to compete/fight with others or are confined in a small crate and have no physical/mental stimulation can be at risk of becoming poop eaters. It may be a behaviour learned from an older dog. On occasion the dog's diet isn't suitable, or is of poor quality so the dog eats more than it needs or that can be digested so when pooped out it resembles 'food'. Some dog breeds have an instinct to carry things and if there's nothing available in the yard but poop that is what they will pick up.
Managing/treating coprophagia begins with ensuring that their area is clear of poop, when out walking make sure they are on lead and if they begin to investigate faeces build a new behaviour -
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attract attention and ask for a behaviour such as a sit/come which can be rewarded enthusiastically, this can also be done when the dog toilets.
Changing the dog's diet to a more easily digested one or one that has a different protein base. Adding enzyme supplements may help digestion and absorption of the food. Adding a teaspoon (or tablespoon for larger dogs) of pawpaw, pineapple, yoghurt, cottage cheese, (4 tblspns)canned pumpkin or breath freshener to the dog's food may make the poop less pleasant tasting. Block off the cat litter tray, cats can jump over baby gates to get to their litter tray, ensure the cat's diet is correct. Change the dog's diet - unprocessed protein, and add probiotics along with digestive enzymes - check with your veterinarians.
The dog should be given a check over by a veterinarian for any underlying health problems and then these can be properly managed. Never punish a dog for pooping in the house, regular walks and exercise may help toilet training, pups cannot 'hold on' for more than one to three hours depending on their age. Booby trapping the faeces may help - add hot sauce or lemon juice to it.
Make sure that your dog is kept physically and mentally stimulated, well exercised and spend time playing with your dog.
Food additives may not be effective in making the faeces less palatable as the Californian study found out. They also discovered that punishment is not effective, neither were the use of electronic collars or reward based training. The best solution according to the research is to clean up the poop immediately and work on prevention.
For Interest
Rabbits - have a double digestive system where they eat their poop so they can extract every possible nutritious value from their food.
Elephants, giant pandas, koalas and hippos when young eat the faeces of other animals in the herd, the belief is this is the way the bacteria required to digest their food is introduced to their intestines.
Hamsters, guinea pigs also eat their own poop, as do gorillas and chimpanzees, it is thought this improves the absorption of vitamins and other elements.