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Volume 9 • Issue 5 • May 2014
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See FITNESS on page 5
Interested in utilizing a professional trainer? The Nerdy Dog Fitness (http://www.thenerdydog. com/) offers in-home, virtual, and customized group classes for people and their dogs. “It’s really fun to workout with dogs,” says Patti, mom to Weimaraner, Lucy, and Aspen, a White Sheppard/English Setter mix. After shedding thirty pounds, Patti trained for 5K’s and the “Tough Mudder” with Lucy and Aspen; it snowballed into Nerdy Dog, which focuses on canine exercise
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and have fun getting in shape with your fur friend. Start simple by walking your dog 10 minutes daily for three weeks, then steadily increase to a half hour, six days a week. If you’re already exercising and your dog is able, walk 45 minutes, three- to fivetimes weekly. Patti Fousek, certified fitness trainer, canine conditioning specialist and owner/founder of The Nerdy Dog Fitness in South Berwick, adds that jogging up a hill or stair climbing will take that walk to another level.
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If spring weather has inspired you to shape-up, consider a training buddy…your dog. Regular exercise can improve your health, waistline, and mood, while benefits for him include mental and physical stimulation that can prevent destructive behavior, depression, and weight gain. Since breeds vary in size and energy level, check with your vet about any restrictions. Then put together a regimen, change it up occasionally to discourage boredom,
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Second Annual Seashore Trolley Dog Day Seashore Trolley Museum in Kennebunkport loves dogs so much that it has designated June 7, 2014 its Second Annual “Seashore Trolley Dog Day”. Although the museum is dog-friendly every day, its activities on June 7th will focus on making dogs and the people who love them very happy. Special experiences for the day include a Blessing of the Dogs at 11 am, Dog Wash and Dog “manicure” services from 10 am to 4 pm, and Behavior and Training Tips by George Quinlan, owner of All About Dogs at 1:45 pm. A special feature of the day, at 1 PM, is a Fashion Show dubbed “Flaunting Fido on The Runway by the Railway”. Categories for which judges will award prizes are: • Fashionista Dog
• Best Coordinating Outfits, dog and owner • Most Adorable: the dog may not be glamorous, but is lookin’ loving and sweet • Best Railway Theme Outfit • Best Celebrity Look Alike: How much does your pooch resemble your favorite star? • Best in Show: Judges will choose the overall most fashionable female dog and male dog. Winning dogs in this category will receive gift certificates for a dog party at the museum with up to three dog friends and eight people. Animal Welfare Society, Lucky Pup Rescue, and Maine Search and Rescue Dogs are among the organizations attending, along with businesses providing dog-related
products and services. Visitors can enjoy a full day at Seashore because a lunch service will be on hand, as well as, Arundel Ice Cream Shop’s cart. Seashore Trolley Museum is the world’s oldest and largest electric railway museum. The scope and quality of the museum’s collection of public transit vehicles attract visitors from across the country and the globe. Offering rides (with your dog) on vintage streetcars, exhibits, hiking and a museum store, the museum is appealing to all age groups. For additional details, contact director@neerhs.org or call 207-9672800 ext. 101. www.trolleymuseum. org
Kennel Club Present Fifth Annual Southern Maine Coastal Classic
Have you ever wondered how big an Irish Wolfhound is? Never met a Portuguese Podengo? And what does a Xoloitzcuintli look like? You may just find out at the fifth annual Southern Maine Coastal Classic, four days of AKC All Breed Dog Shows and Obedience and Rally Trials running Thursday, May 15, through Sunday, May 18, 2014. All activities begin at 8am each day, outdoors rain or shine, at Wassamki Springs Campground, 56 Saco St, Scarborough, Maine. York County Kennel Club of Maine, Inc and Vacationland Dog Club, Inc invite the public to observe the various activities throughout the day. Admission each day is $4 per vehicle. There is ample parking in and around the campground. Wassamki's snack bars will serve food throughout the day. There will also be vendors selling dog-related items. Each day’s activities include regular conformation, obedience and rally concluding with a Best in Show winner. Watch puppies enter the ring for the first time in the 4 to 6 Month Beginner Puppy Competition. Offered only on Sunday, this competition introduces new exhibitors and their puppies ages 4 to 6 months of age to showing in a stress free environment separate from the regular judging. AKC-recognized and “rare breeds” are eligible to compete for points toward a Certificate of Merit. This competition offers exhibitors more ring experience plus gets puppies socialized at a critical stage in their
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lives. Junior handlers are important to the future of the sport so we offer Junior Showmanship all four days. Open to children 9 to 18 years old, with Open and Novice classes, the child is judged on his/her ability to handle and present the dog rather than the dog being judged. In addition to the regular activities, on Friday we present the Best Bred By Exhibitor Competition. This is open to non-champion dogs, and the person handling the dog must be the owner or co-owner and breeder of the dog. For spectators this is an ideal way to see a particular breed and meet the breeder. Saturday is a full day with a specialty and sweepstakes show hosted by the Pine Tree State Doberman Pinscher Club, Inc, and supported entries by the Bearded Collie Club of America, Inc. In addition, the Welsh Corgi Club of America, Inc will support their entries and have a sweepstakes. The new Maine Golden Retriever Club will support their entries as well. Also, we honor the older show dogs with a Best Veteran Competition. Open to dogs 7 years old and over, they compete in the veterans class, then veterans Group and finally a Best Veteran in Show is selected before Best in Show at the end of the day. After Best in Show the Maine Golden Retriever Club will hold a “Goldens only” match. For information on this new club or the match go to http:// www.mainegoldenretrieverclub.org/. Sunday resumes with regular activities as well as supported entries by the Pine Tree State Doberman Pinscher Club, Inc and the Bearded Collie Club of America, Inc. While at the show, feel free to roam around Wassamki Springs campground area. Located just minutes from the heart of Portland, South Portland and the Casco Bay area, Wassamki offers spacious camp sites, modern laundry and restroom facilities, full RV hook-ups and many
family activities. Visit their website at www.wassamkisprings.com for more information. Founded in 1945, Vacationland Dog Club, Inc is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to the advancement of purebred dogs through public education and responsible dog ownership. For more information on upcoming events, becoming a member or checking the latest club news and events, go to http://www.vacationlanddogclub.org/. York County Kennel Club of Maine, Inc is a not-for-profit organization whose goals are to protect and advance the interests of purebred dogs through AKC performance events and community education activities. For more information about this show cluster, directions to Wassamki Springs or any of the featured dog clubs go to http://www. yorkcountykennelclub.org.
HAPPY SPRING DDN READERS! Just a quick hello from Katie & the Beagles! It’s been a while since you have heard from me….we had to create some space last month to accommodate all of the wonderful pieces that were submitted to us for the April issue. This month, we are in the same boat! I hope you enjoy all of the great content this month as well. This May issue marks my one year anniversary as Publisher of the paper! It has been a wonderful year that I feel has resulted in a fun and eduational paper for the pet communities of Maine. I hope you have enjoyed the paper over the last year and I thank you whole-heartedly for your support and continued readership. -Katie & The 3 Beagles
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More Hot Dog News Downeast Dog Scouts Acheive Multiple Awards
Once again the Downeast Dog Scouts have earned the Silver President's Volunteer Service Award for the year 2013! The Downeast Dog Scouts Troop 159 is a 501c3 nonprofit subgroup of the Dog Scouts of America that was established in September 2007 as an all-volunteer affiliate of the Dog Scouts of America. It is the first Dog Scouts of America troop in Maine, serving Hancock County. As a group, troop members gave 541 hours of service to their communities. Troop leader, Robyn Douglas, was awarded the Silver President’s Volunteer Service Award for completion of 343 hours of volunteer service. Downeast Dog Scouts Troop 159 members and their dogs provided a total of 541 hours of service in activities such as: therapy dog visits, Children Reading to Dogs Programs, school visits, community educational a c t i v i t i e s , walkathons, and clean up days. Troop members visited as representatives of their respective t h e r a p y organizations at Mount Desert Island Hospital, Birch Bay Retirement Village, Tremont School, Northeast Harbor Library, Camp Beech Cliff, and the Blue Hill Library. Children Reading to Dogs Programs increase literacy skills and boost the selfesteem of young readers. Imagine how relaxing and fun it is to cozy up to a warm and welcoming dog that loves to hear stories! Visiting therapy dogs also help to relieve stress, improve health and recovery from illness. Young and old alike have benefitted from the dogs' endeavors! In 2013, the Downeast Dog Scouts sponsored the Idita-Read program at the Tremont School, Ashley Bryan School, Frenchboro School, Blue Hill Library, and Northeast Harbor Library. The Idita-Read is an incentive reading project for school age readers offered through the nonprofit World Wide Idea’s Read-A-Route Program.
Mirroring Alaska's biggest annual sled dog race, the Idita-Readers relied on reading minutes to travel the distance along the Iditarod trail from Anchorage to Nome. The program was a tremendous success from all accounts by readers, parents, teachers, and librarians. Several students from each Idita-Read team at the Tremont School had the opportunity to read to the Dog Scouts’ dogs. Frenchboro School students even read via Skype with troop member Nancy Morrison and her Golden Retrievers, Raya and Rebel. Children logged a total of 134,504 reading minutes or 2,242
hours of reading! Reading is the cornerstone of all learning, and some of the troop dogs are also Reading Education Assistance Dogs. The Idita-Read is a fantastic project for a group that loves dogs, the outdoors, and the promotion of positive canine relationships through education and reading with children. Community service is a fundamental part of the mission of the Downeast Dog Scouts. In 2013, the Downeast Dog Scouts participated in several walkathons: Idita-Walk, Dog Scouts of America Fido Frost-A-Thon, Dog Scouts of America Hike-A-Thon, and Paws On Parade. The Downeast Dog Scouts troop also participated in Take Pride in Acadia Day, when troop members clean up after less responsible dog owners at Little Long Pond in Seal Harbor, Maine Pam Bourque and her dog Jillian presented a reading program at an
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Hot Dog News .................................. 2 Furry Words ....................................... 4 Ask the Vet........................................... 4 Basic Training Tips ........................... 5 Performance Dog Training ........... 6 So. Maine Pet Community............. 7 Baxter ................................................... 8 Dogs for Adoption........................... 9 Calendar of Events .......................... 10 Business Directory ........................... 11
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Furry Words
Ask the Vet . . .
Sara Moore, Animal Communicator
I have to admit, I thought this winter would never end. I used to love winter and the adventures that accompany it, but this year felt like Mother Nature was just a bit too generous with the white stuff. In the past, I never tired of skiing, skating, snowshoeing, and sledding. I was always outside playing with my son Zachary and Sophie, our sweet yellow lab. This winter I opted to hibernate through most of it, and now that the birds are chirping and the deck is clear, I’m ready for some fun outdoors! Yesterday was the first “real” run I’ve gone on in about a year. I told Sophie we were a team and that I needed her to motivate me to get outside and moving. As I got ready to head out, I reminded myself that the first time is the toughest, but it will only get easier each time I do it. Wanting to ease into it, I had it in my mind that we’d start running once we got down the road a bit, but Sophie launched herself right out of the mudroom and dashed down the driveway. Okay, she was clearly taking her job as motivator seriously. Just beyond our road there’s a barn, followed by a house with a lean mean barking machine named Abby. I have learned to travel in stealth mode past Abby’s house. If she spots you, she charges out at top speed, and I don’t care how loud her owner yells that she’s really friendly, I want nothing to do with her! So began the sprinting portion of our run. We flew past the barn and Abby’s house until we were in the clear. Phew. Sophie was having the time of her life! We were going FAST and her tongue was hanging out, her legs totally mud spattered and I could feel pure joy shining from her. I, on the other hand, wasn’t really feeling JOY at that particular moment. I was wondering how the heck I was going to survive this two mile journey. Our pace slowed to a more viable speed, and Sophie hit the woods for a potty break. I debated if I should stop or continue running, but it just seemed rude to pressure her to hurry up, so I waited. I didn’t mind. We were a team, right? It was obvious she appreciated my patience because she did a crazy dance as she hopped back onto the dirt road, and we continued on our way. By now, we had only covered about a half a mile, but my legs were responding
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the same way Zach does when I tell him we have to go do an errand. They were screaming. My soul was happy, but my physical self needed some work. Sophie was now in a pure state of bliss. The snow was still present along the sides of the road and in the woods, so she zigzagged while I took the shorter, more direct route down the center of the road. Ah! The remaining half mile was downhill! I love running downhill. Now it was my turn to push Sophie. She is nine years old, and her age is only just beginning to show. I’m familiar with her tactics to get me to slow down. She sniffs, she checks out the chippies along the rock walls, and marks her scent every now and then. I wasn’t buying it. I was FLYING! At the end of the first mile, the road ended, and we were standing in front of the still frozen Conway Lake. I am so blessed to live here! My legs were waking up and had carried me the full mile. I was alive! Sophie was my running buddy, and we were both getting some exercise. Even as I write this, a smile crosses my face because I used to love running for the freedom and escape it provided. Fitting into my pants was an added bonus! The symbolism of moving forward will also transcend all areas of my life, which is awesome! I ended up walking the uphill sections coming home, and today my legs are beyond sore. I started my day with some ibuprofen and hope to move some of the pain out with a walk instead of a run today. Sophie is already staring at the door, wondering what’s taking me so long. Take some time to go out and enjoy the beauty around us. Set goals that feel realistic, and make the time to reach them. You will feel rejuvenated (maybe slightly uncomfortable in the beginning), and you will be helping both you and your dog live healthier lives. Years ago, I would run a 10K race just to get the free t-shirt. Now I’m happy with my two mile adventure. I am calling it a success and already look forward to running in the woods when things dry out! Sara Moore is a psychic medium for people and animals. She lives in Conway, NH and can be reached at sbeagen@gmail.com. Readings can be done in person or long distance via phone or email. For more information and upcoming classes so you can learn how to better communicate with your pets, go to www.enlightenedhorizons.com.
Dr. Judith Herman
Running With Your Dog
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I run, not just around the block or a 5K, but marathons. Can I run a marathon with my dog? Well, a lot of that depends on your dog. There are many things to consider when going out to exercise or compete with your dog. First off, is your dog right for the job? There are many breeds of dogs and mixes out there, but they are not created equally. Sure, most fit canines could run circles around us in a 5K, but anyone who has ever watched leashed runners at a local park knows that some animals are better athletes than others. There is no perfect running breed for all conditions, and a dog's personality and temperament are as important as its pedigree. All-Americans can make fine runners, especially if they're medium-sized, alert, and eager. Some breeds, such as huskies and greyhounds, were bred to run, and most working dogs are naturally suited to running. By contrast, pugged nosed dogs (brachiocephalic breeds), such as pugs and bulldogs, don't make good distance athletes because they're prone to overheating. Here is a breakdown of running venues and examples of breeds that may do well. This list is not cast in stone. Everyone knows a dog that is in one of these categories that would do better in another category because of temperament or build. • For long steady runs (more than 10 miles), medium build, wellmuscled hindquarters, such as weimaraners, golden doodles, German shorthaired pointers, vizlas, and jack russell terriers do well. • Dogs that do well in brisk shorter runs (less than a 10K) are of muscular and lean build and have a mind for sprinting verses jogging. Greyhounds, pitbulls, English setters, beagles, and golden and labrador retrievers are in this category. • Medium sized, lean build dogs with a mental aptitude that do well at going fast (7 minute miles or faster) are vizlas, German shorthaired pointers, weimaraners, greyhounds, and whippets. • For long, slow runs, a bigger body can handle the distance. Catahoulas, Labrador retrievers, standard poodles, and dalmations are in this category. • A long nose, a short, sleek coat and a svelte body such as those of Rhodesian ridgebacks, vizlas, airedale terriers, and fox terriers are able to run in the heat. • Malamutes, German shepherds, Swiss mountain dogs, and huskies. run well in the cold. They have a
thick coat and a stockier body type. • Sure footed and quick to react dogs like herding and hunting dogs, such as German shorthair pointers, vizlas, weimaraners, border collies, and Belgium sheepdogs are great for running on trails with obstacles. • A nonaggressive, people oriented and very obedient dog that has a calm personality such as golden and Labrador retrievers, standard poodles, labradoodles, goldendoodles, and border collies are best on heavily used trails. Generally young, short coated, long nosed, not overly muscled or overly large dogs are the best running partners. Wait until your pup’s skeleton has matured. This means for large breeds about 18 months and for smaller breeds one year. Take your companion to the veterinarian for a check up to make sure Bruno is built for the training intended. Next start out slowly. Bruno needs to build up muscle and endurance just like you do when you train. Remember Bruno is relying on you to give him breaks and to watch out for his wellbeing while running. Remember, too, that dogs don’t sweat like humans. They cool down through panting and disperse some heat through their feet, neither of which is very efficient. Knowing your dog’s resting heart rate, and respiratory rate so you can assess recovery is helpful. For example, rapid heart and respiratory rates that don’t slow with rest are one the first signs of heat exhaustion. Others include collapsing, altered consciousness or unresponsiveness, and high-pitched wheezing or gasping for breath. Taking frequent water breaks, choosing shady running routes, and working out in the morning or evening when temperatures are cooler are also important to your dog’s safety. Bring water with you on your runs. While running on asphalt, check your dog’s pads. Asphalt can get really hot and burn and blister his pads. Some dogs have very tender pads and can’t handle this kind of a work out. These dogs would be better trail runners. A diet rich in meat protein and digestible calcium with lots of micronutrients, good bacteria, and enzymes will help your dog maintain a healthy body and endure rigorous workouts. Joint-easing supplements like glucosamine and chondroitin may be beneficial too. Be careful not to feed your dog for an hour before and after you run. Eating too close to exercise time can make your dog vulnerable to dangerous gastric torsion or bloat. I run with my dog, a golden retriever, Bryan. We are slow, and he is affected by the heat. I trail run and take water breaks for him. I will also wet him down before we go out if it is hot. There are also cool coats you can buy to keep your dog more comfortable and to protect him from overheating. Running with your dog is fun; just be responsible when you do. Run in the morning or the evening. Be conscious of his needs and be aware of signs of exhaustion. Start training slowly and responsibly. Judith K. Herman DVM, CVH Animal Wellness Center, Augusta, ME www.mainehomeopathicvet.com officeawc@roadrunner.com
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Basic Training Tips by Diana Logan
Move! Exercise at both ends of the leash
Winter was challenging with the snow making outside activities difficult if not downright dangerous. Our elderly dog had a hard time simply moving from Point A to Point B. I am reveling in spring, even with its mud and mess, because we have so much more space in which to move. The mountains of snow are giving way to promising patches of green grass. I feel like we have been liberated from a form of frozen confinement. I have to admit, when it comes to exercising my dogs, I sometimes tend towards the lazy strategy of “how much exercise can I help them get with the least amount of effort on my part?” It's a bad attitude, I know. Movement keeps us vibrant at all stages of life whether we are human or dog, puppy or senior citizen.
Movement: 1. increases circulation, 2. improves blood flow, 3. strengthens bones and lowers risk of osteoporosis, 4. stimulates the brain and improves mood, 5. improves balance and coordination, 6. tones muscles, 7. and much more! Why not move together and together reap its benefits? We can
take advantage of some common opportunities in our day-to-day lives to exercise both our dogs and ourselves. One of my favorite ways to add a bit of spice and fun is to integrate some creative flair into on- and off-leash walking. This brings me to the subject of dancing. “Huh?” you ask? Yep, dancing. Did you ever take a dance class or enjoy the pleasure of spontaneous dancing, just for the fun of it? Have you turned on the radio and jumped into an aerobic response to the beat? At the risk of sounding loopy, I highly recommend that you invite your dog into the picture and start moving together. By “dance,” I don’t mean a perfect, choreographed or specific dance step but rather adding some variety of movement to your interactions both on and off-leash walking. Leash walking is a linear and often boring activity for our zigzaggy dogs, but the simple introduction of spins, switch-backs, and circling, for example, can add a whole new dimension to this banal behavior. Action invites interaction when it comes to dogs, and adding action to on- or off-leash walking can make it more interesting for everyone.
“A study at the Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine in 2007 showed Argentine tango was better at improving … mobility … than an exercise class.” (Wikipedia) Dancing proved to be the most beneficial activity in a study on the reduction of dementia and Alzheimer’s (more than twice as beneficial as reading) in a study cited by the New England Journal of Medicine. Our dogs love to dance. Bring it out of them! Start with this cool move: the “switch back.” An example of it can be found on my YouTube channel (a link is on my website homepage, too). With dog at your left side, lure him with your left hand to do a counter-clockwise, 180 degree spin away from you. As he is turning, you will also make a 180 degree counter-clockwise spin in place. Voila! He’s now on your right side! Feed him with a treat from your right hand. Confused? Want to see what this looks like? Check out the online version of this column for links to YouTube videos of this in action! downeastdognews.com
of the bike while your dog safely runs with you. Check one model out at http://www.amazon.com/PetegoCycleash-Universal-Bicycle-Leash/ dp/B00BL7SPIU. If you prefer a unique exercise, consider Canine Freestyle—duo dancing that combines movement, choreography, and obedience. It’s a competitive sport that requires practice, meaning regular activity for you and your dog. Learn more at http://www.canine-freestyle.org/.
Be aware of pet etiquette when working out in public places. Steer clear of playground areas when occupied; not all children care for dogs or know how to approach. If you like the additional resistance that sand and beach jogging offers, stay away from sun-bathers, follow leash rules, and clean up after your buddy. However you tone up with your pal, be mindful of both of your limitations. Exercise during the coolest time of day, take break,s and have plenty of water available. With regular workouts, you and your canine can spring into shape!
Diana Logan, CPDT-KA Certified Professional Dog Trainer, Knowledge-Assessed Pet Connection Dog Training, North Yarmouth, Maine www.dianalogan.com 207-252-9352
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blended with obedience, and for their humans—strength, health, and a leaner shape. If you’re a nature lover, hone your muscles like Patti; she and her pets hike through area woods, and she’s also fond of a local obstacle course. No obstacle course nearby? Jog or walk a trail, stop every few minutes for lunges, squats, jumping jacks, and push ups, all while your dog is in a “sit.” Achieve similar results in your
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yard; between each exercise, play fetch with your dog. For the yoga enthusiast—or those with Zen aspirations—explore the discipline with your canine. Animal Planet offers a series of dog yoga videos, “The Art of Doga,” that are available at http://www.animalplanet. com /v ideo -topics/pet- ca re/dogtraining-videos/dog-yoga.htm. Yoga is a soothing outdoor experience, and it’s a good indoor exercise when inclement weather threatens. To get a boot camp workout, try the $0.99 iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch app, “Thank Dog! Mobile,” available at http://thankdogmobile.com/. It gives you 20 hour-long sessions with voice instructions and videos. For the bicycler who wants to include his pal, attach a specially made leash and connector; you have full control
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TRAINING YOUR PERFORMANCE DOG Agility, Obedience, Tracking By Carolyn Fuhrer Agility Handling: Keep it Simple
In terms of handling, more is not necessarily better. Too much information can make matters worse. Breaking handling down to its bare bones – we need to handle to get the dog to go left, right, or straight ahead and if we want the dog to drive with extension or “collect” to negotiate an obstacle or a turn. You should train your dog to do the obstacle you send him to – so it really isn’t even necessary to label every obstacle. In fact, in running a course many of us have misnamed the obstacle we are approaching, yelling “tire, tire” when we meant tunnel or “climb” when we meant dog walk. Our dogs usually do the proper obstacle anyway – despite us – so much for our pertinent information! What might be more useful to your dog would be clear body
language as to which path (line) to take and praise for performing the obstacle. This will reinforce behaviors we want and build confidence in the dog making choices. Beware of too much chatter on the course. This can cause pressure on a beginning dog and actually cause slowdown or other behaviors such as stopping, popping out of poles, sniffing – anything that gets the handler to stop the constant verbal pressure. This is negative reinforcement, an important thing to recognize and understand what your dog’s trying to tell you. Body language is very powerful to a dog. It is a communication he understands very well. Herding dogs generally have an exceptional understanding of body language and pressure which reflects in these breeds being very successful agility dogs. Clear body language in agility
will generally override verbal cues, which is why saying one thing and indicating another thing with your body can undermine a beginning dog’s confidence. One of the most powerful tools we have in our agility toolbox is one I see many handlers overlooking – your dog’s name. If you need your dog to turn into you or move in your direction, just say his name – you don’t need to yell “here” or “come.” Your body language and pick up cue will tell him where you want him and the next line to take. Work on a few simple cues until they come naturally to you and your dog understands what
they mean every time. Don’t overwhelm yourself or your dog with a lot more information than you really need. Be realistic about the courses you and your dog will run and work on the handling skills necessary to negotiate the types of courses you will be running. All the handling information that is available on line or in other formats may not really be necessary or applicable to how you run your dog. Being comfortable with your handling and having tried and true skills that are familiar to your dog will help you simplify running the course and enable you to direct your dog easily around the course with a communication you both understand. Finally, not all things work for all dogs. Dogs are individuals and just because your last dog ran well with a certain type of handling doesn’t mean your next dog will. Learn to work with and enjoy the dog you have. Don’t try to be something you or your dog cannot be. Find an instructor who will help you and your dog be the best you can be.
Carolyn Fuhrer has earned over 80 AKC titles with her Golden Retrievers, including 2 Champion Tracker titles. You can contact her with questions, suggestions, and ideas for her column by e-mailing carolyn@dogsatnorthstar.com.
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Downeast Dog News
SOUTHERN MAINE PET COMMUNITY HIGHLIGHT Maine is one beautiful state. Not only is it a gorgeous place to live and visit, it also caters to those extra special, four-legged family members we call pets. To pay homage to our pets and the wonderful state of Maine, Downeast Dog News has started a new section of the paper: The Pet Community Highlight. Each time the section runs in the paper, DDN will focus on a different region of the state and some select pet-centered businesses within that region. These businesses are some
of our favorites and great places to visit if you find yourself within that region! To kick off our first run of this section, we are starting with the Southern Maine region. Southern Maine a little of everything for you to enjoy with your pets! Check out beaches, lighthouses, kayaking and host of other activities. Below you'll see some great locations for lodging, dining, pet supplies, grooming, boarding, training and veterinary care.
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By Baxter
Spring For Real! It’s happened. Spring! This time it’s for real. At least I think so. Whew! What a winter. Don’t get me wrong I love the winter. I love playing in the snow with my humans. It’s my season, but this one, well, wasn’t the best. There was so much ice it was hard to keep my feet under me. Just when I thought we had all made it through winter, my human started taking me to one vet after another. Even though I know they love dogs, even though they petted me and gave me biscuits, and then petted me some more – I felt awful for days and nights after visiting them. Just a few days ago, I started feeling better, wanting to do more than just lay around. I went outside and discovered it was spring! All that ice and snow we got is melting and making big puddles on our land. I walked right up to some melting ice and drank from the puddle it made. It was amazing: so cold and delicious. I couldn’t leave it. Both of my front paws were in the puddle getting cold, but I didn’t mind. The smells and sounds make me feel so good. I stop drinking and my nose lifts up on its own to catch scents of scat, moss, and buds. A woodpecker is pounding on a dead tree like a drum, small birds are going crazy with their songs, squirrels are chattering; and I can hear little things rustling in the grass. The sun is on my back, the cool air drifting through my coat. My tail has been down for a long time – seemed too heavy to lift – but today I felt it lift up again, catching the breeze. Everything is alive, and I’m glad to be here! Chow, Baxter
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AS THE WEATHER GETS WARMER, REMEMBER TO START A FLEA AND TICK PREVENTATIVE (IF YOU DON'T YEAR ROUND) FOR YOUR FURRY LOVED ONES! Downeast Dog News
Dogs for Adoption Scirocco, 2.5 yrs, Greyhound
She is a small cute black retired racer, who is quiet but loves to play.
FMI: Maine Greyhound Placement Service, 207-846-4707
Huey, 2 yrs, Pit Bull Mix
A fun loving boy who is always ready to play, run, and romp around with his people or other canine friends. Available at Animal Welfare Society, Kennebunk, (207) 985-3244. Our Adoption Center is open from 11 AM to 7 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and from 11 AM to 4 PM Saturday and Sunday. We are closed on Wednesdays.
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Nellie, 10 yrs, Beagle Mix
Spice, 4.5 yrs, Greyhound
An older gal who likes to take things easy and is very friendly with her people and children.
A large retired racer he is a handsome dark brindle color. He loves attention and has plenty of energy.
Available at Animal Welfare Society, Kennebunk, (207) 9853244. Our Adoption Center is open from 11 AM to 7 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and from 11 AM to 4 PM Saturday and Sunday. We are closed on Wednesdays.
FMI: Maine Greyhound Placement Service, 207-846-4707
Maxx, 5 yrs, Pit Bull McDreamy, 2 yrs, Greyhound
A beautiful red fawn colored retired racer, he is very affectionate and loves attention. FMI: Maine Greyhound Placement Service, 207-846-4707
A social and energetic boy who loves going for car rides and playing with tennis balls. Available at Animal Welfare Society, Kennebunk, (207) 9853244. Our Adoption Center is open from 11 AM to 7 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and from 11 AM to 4 PM Saturday and Sunday. We are closed on Wednesdays.
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While a little nervous with new people, she warms up quickly and can be playful and silly. Available at Animal Welfare Society, Kennebunk, (207) 985-3244. Our Adoption Center is open from 11 AM to 7 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and from 11 AM to 4 PM Saturday and Sunday. We are closed on Wednesdays.
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May C lendar
To submit or get more information on the events below, go online to downeastdognews.com PetSmart Adoption Weekend
Biddeford Fri. May 2 - Sun. May 4 PetSmart Charities welcomes adopters by donating $35.00 to AWS for all adoptions at the store throughout the weekend! Visit the cats at our Satellite Adoption Center and meet adoptable dogs at various times throughout the weekend. For more information, call Animal Welfare Society (www.animalwelfaresociety.org) at 9853244 or PetSmart at 283-6546.
Catahoula Rescue Meet & Greet Rockland Sat. May 3 Come join us at Pet Quarters in Rockland from 10am-2pm and meet some fabulous Catahoula Leopard Dogs! FMI, call the Catahoula Rescue at 207-273-1320 or Pet Quarters 207-596-9910
Maine Scottie Resuce Benefit
Rockport Sat. May 3 Join us at 3 Dog Cafe from 11AM to 2PM to benefit the Maine Scottie Rescue. $25/ person, 11AM reception and silent auction, 12PM lunch. Reservations can be made with Ilene Weintraub 207-236-6265.
Canine Good Citizen Testing
Augusta Sat. May 3 Pawsitive Paws Forever Rescue is hosting a day of Canine Good Citizen Testing. $15 to test and all proceeds go directly to the rescue. This is a 10 step test, supporting a well mannered dog and a responsible dog owner. This is a non-competitive test for all dogs, including purebreds and mixed breeds. The CGC is a prerequisite for many therapy dog groups. Contact rescue or store with more questions. 623-2939 or pawsitivepawsforeverrescue@gmail.com
Tommy's Feral Feline & Friends Spring Fling Bake Sale
Augusta Sat. May 3 Please come to our Spring Fling Bake Sale to benefit our no-kill feral rescue. If you would like to bake for us please contact Michelle for info: 518-0600, michelleleet1@ yahoo.com
Biddeford Eagles Benefit Brunch for AWS
Biddeford Sun. May 4 Join us at the Biddeford Eagles at 57 Birch Street, Biddeford 04005 for a Brunch and Raffle to Benefit the Animal Welfare Society from 11-5. For more information,
call Animal Welfare Society (www. animalwelfaresociety.org) at 985-3244 or Biddeford Eagles at 282-4026.
Pet CPR/First Aid Course
Rockland Sat. May 10 Come join us from 10am – 2pm at the Rockland Pet Quarters. Sign up now the space is limited. Cost of course is $60.00 and includes Red Cross certificate. Call 596-9910 for more information.
Annual Kitten Shower
Kennebunk Sat. May 10 The Kitten Shower helps the shelter to prepare for the many kittens who will need food, shelter, medicine and love this year. It is a festive event with a huge raffle, silent auction, lunch items, bake sale, and crafts for the kids. For more information, call Animal Welfare Society (www. animalwelfaresociety.org) at 985-3244.
Maine Citizens Against Puppy Mills
Rockland Sat. May 10 Come join us from 10am – 2pm at the Rockland Pet Quarters. Call 596-9910 for more information.
Introduction to Herding
Appleton Sun. May 11 Little Dove Farm will be offering an introduction to herding clinic all day Sunday May 11. Spend a day on the farm and a discover this wonderful sport and see how you can use it to enhance your relationship with your best friend. Dogs age 16 weeks and up are welcome. For more information contact me at 207-8452888 or email stwhite@fairpoint.net. Pre-registration necessary.
Greyhounds at Pet Quarters
Brunswick Sat. May 17 Greyhounds and their adopted owners will be at Brunswick Pet Quarters from 11 - 1. Representatives from Maine Greyhound Placement Service in Augusta will be available to give information on adopting retired racing greyhounds as pets.
Annual Gala AWS Yardsale
Kennebunk Sat. May 17 It's the Yard Sale you wait for all year long! Located at 6 Hearthstone Drive, Kennebunk 04043 from 8am - 2pm. No early birds please! If you would
like to contribute to the sale, contact Sue at 985-1437. For more information, call Animal Welfare Society (www. animalwelfaresociety.org) at 985-3244.
Hope Elephants
Rockland Sat. May 17 Come join us from 10am – 2pm at the Rockland Pet Quarters to learn about the Hope Elephants and speak with some volunteers first hand.
Doggie Fashion Show
Kennebunk Sat. May 24 The Mobile Adoption Team will be with dogs putting on a show for the residents of Huntington Common. For more information, call Animal Welfare Society (www.animalwelfaresociety.org) at 9853244 or Huntington Common at 985-2810.
Natura at Pet Quarters
Rockland Sat. May 24 Come join us from 10am – 2pm at the Rockland Pet Quarters to learn about California Natural, EVO and Innova.
Pope Memorial Humane Society Rockland Sat. May 24 Come join us from 10am – 2pm at the Rockland Pet Quarters for a pet adoption day and bake sale to benefit Knox shelter.
Paint For A Cause Portland
Sat. May 31 Paint for our cause at the NEW Muse Paintbar in the Old Port! This is a joint fundraiser for Ralphie's Retreat and Gracie's Mission. Ralphie's Retreat is a home for cats with Feline Leukemia. Gracie's Mission provides financial assistance to pet owners who are seeking alternative medical treatments for their pets. FMI: 603-662-7741
TDI/Therapy Dog International Testing
Falmouth Sun. June 1 PoeticGold Farm in Falmouth is offering the Therapy Dog International (TDI) test on June 1st from 1pm to 4pm. We have room for 18 wonderful teams. Steve Seekins will give the test. We will offer a Therapy Dog course before the test day, but that is not a prerequisite for taking the test. Your dog must have a CGC or earn it on that day. Email Ljilly28@me.com or visit www. poeticgold.com for more information.
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MAINE TV 85
Watch Going Places with Charlie & Penny Crockett
on Maine TV Channel 85 in Time Warner Cable
Going Places airs everyday at 9 AM, 7 PM , and 3 AM. On Wednesdays and Sundays, Going Places features an exciting auction from Thomaston Place Auction Galleries with auctioneer Kaja Veilleux.
Upcoming, Going Places shows will feature a tour of the USS San Antonio, led by the Commander and his Executive Officer; the Launch of the Fife Yacht Adventuress in Rockport Harbor; a float trip down the Upper Colorado River, a trip along the famed Route 66 and highlights of the National Toboggan Championships at the Camden Snow Bowl.
Going Places Goes to the Dogs
The Greg & Axel Show Axel making his "get-ready-to-go-on-the-road" face! Axel's brother, Logan is trying to not to be embarrassed by goofy Axel. Find and like the Greg and Axel show on Facebook!
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Coming soon we will continue our series of shows dedicated to our furry friends.
Sports Fans, be sure to watch Camden Hills, Oceanside, and Medomak Valley High School girls & boys basketball, wrestling, and ice hockey on Time Warner Cable, Maine TV CH 85 at 3 PM, 8 PM, and Midnight. Check our Facebook page, “C2 Productions” for the current listings of our Going Places shows and sports events.
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SCOUTS from page 3 Program rewards troops for being active and helping in their community. The Dog Scouts of America is a national 501c3 non-profit organization dedicated to educating people about responsible dog ownership, the important role of the human/canine bond and to challenge people and dogs to learn how to better serve each other. All troops work toward the goals and mission of the Dog
Scouts of America while focusing on the needs and interests of each local community. Information about the Dog Scouts of America is available at www.dogscouts.org The Downeast Dog Scouts Troop 159 offers a local membership program for people who advocate responsible dog ownership and enjoy participating in dog centered activities. Troop members and their
dogs learn new skills working toward the Dog Scouts of America merit badges. The Downeast Dog Scouts Troop promotes the positive treatment of animals, advocating only the most modern behavioral approaches to training. Promotion of responsible dog ownership and involvement in the community lies at the heart of this group. Maine is fortunate to have a thriving dog community in which
dogs are largely involved in the lives of their people, and the troop dogs are fine examples of the value that pets can have for families and the community at large. For more information about joining the Downeast Dog Scouts contact Robyn Douglas at downeastdogscouts@yahoo.com or 207 266-5807.
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Green Acres Kennel Shop's Hanson Recertified
Don Hanson, co-owner and Director of Behavior Counseling and Training at the Green Acres Kennel Shop in Bangor, has been recertified as a professional dog trainer (CPDTKA) by the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers (CCPDT), an internationally recognized certification program for professional dog trainers. Certificants must recertify with the CCPDT every three years, documenting a minimum of thirty-six hours of continuing education in CCPDT approved courses. Hanson recertified with 174
May 2014
hours of continuing education. Hanson was one of twenty nationally recognized dog training professionals and behaviorists selected by the Association of Professional Dog Trainers to research and develop the first comprehensive written certification examination for professional dog trainers. He became one of the first trainers certified by the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers in September of 2001. He is also a member of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT), and has been elected Chair of the
APDT Board of Trustees three times. In business since 1965, Green Acres Kennel Shop at 1653 Union Street offers boarding, daycare, and grooming for dogs and cats, as well as pet behavior consultations and training classes. Part of our mission is to give back to the community through our support of organizations such as the Bangor Humane Society and Eastern Area Agency on Aging Furry Friends Food Bank. Voted Best Kennel every year since 2002, Best Pet Store every year since 2007, Best Dog Trainer every year since 2011,
and Best Pet Groomer in 2013, Green Acres Kennel Shop has something for every dog and cat. The retail store offers a wide variety of wholesome pet foods, treats, and quality supplies. For more information, please call 9456841 or visit www.greenacreskennel. com.
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