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Volume 17 • Issue 5 • MAY 2022

Barking Good Breweries, Wineries & Java Spots

By Susan Spisak

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he weather is getting warmer, and it’s time to get outside with the pups! Go for a nice walk or an energetic hike, then find a spot to relax for a treat. Dogfriendly breweries and wineries are abundant, making them great destinations for outdoor sipping and munching. If you don’t always desire an “adult” beverage, there are options such as sparkling waters, sodas, and juices. And for the hardcore java lovers or a.m. enthusiasts, coffee houses are opening their patios and porches to canines as well. (Please, well-behaved, leashed pets at all.)

IDB aka Island Dog Brewing’s name is a blend of favorites of owners Jody and Jim Denz. It incorporates their love of their

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Hot Dog News Green Acres Kennel Shop Accepted as An Organizational Member of Pet Industry Advocacy International Green Acres Kennel Shop has been

accepted as an Organizational Member of Pet Industry Advocacy International (PIAI) [ https://www.petadvocacy.info/ ]. When Green Acres co-owner Don Hanson was asked why his business sought membership in PIAI, he stated: "I've been a part of this industry since 1995. Since then, science has led us to better understand our pet's physical and emotional needs. But sadly, the pet industry's ethics have not kept pace with the science.

Methods and tools that are now known to be abusive and detrimental to the welfare of our pets are still in use. So I am excited there is now an international

organization, PIAI, that will stand up for pets and their people by working to make this industry more ethical and transparent. I know many other like-minded pet care organizations in Maine, both commercial and non-profit, feel the same way, and I invite them to join PIAI. In addition, I hope pet parents/guardians/ owners, whatever they wish to call themselves, will start choosing PIAI affiliated members when seeking care for their pets."

PIAI believes that the pet industry needs increased regulation, oversight, and adherence to policies, procedures, and best practices to protect consumers and their pets. Its mission is to develop a coalition of pet professional organizations that agree to implement and hold pet professionals accountable by promoting a code of professional ethics and honest and transparent operational practices to support consumer protections while working towards an international "Gold Standard" for professional competency.

Membership is open to any pet professional registered organization that currently practices and advocates for ethical, humane science-based services who have been in business for at least three years and have a minimum of

ten members/employees/volunteers.

PIAA was founded by Niki Tudge of The Pet Professional Guild (PPG), Debra Millikan of Canine Behavioural School Incorporated (CBS), Louise StapletonFrappell of PPG British Isles, and Don Hanson of Green Acres Kennel Shop.

In business since 1965, Green Acres Kennel Shop is located at 1653 Union Street in Bangor, Maine. Our mission is to provide humane, ethical, and effective pet care and education based on science while prioritizing the needs and welfare of our client's pets. We offer boarding, daycare, grooming, pet behavior consultations, and group, private, and online dog training classes.

For more information, please call 945-6841 or visit www.greenacreskennel.com

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Last month I got to meet her new puppy cousin, Kylo. Of course, he’s so adorable and it is just fun to watch puppies explore. Their bodies are so flexible. He was playing on a big foam dog bed and one end of him would roll off and then soon after the other half would follow. It seems that his older brother Dexter has accepted him which is great. He has not met his other cousins yet, but I think Pepper will like him as well.

Check out our calendar this month! It is overflowing with clinics, workshops and fundraisers. I am hopeful we will be seeing more things scheduled this year. It has been a long couple of years.

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Table of Contents Hot Dog News . ..................... 2 Furry Words .......................... 4 Ask the Vet............................. 4 Basic Training Tips . ............... 6 Behavioral Euthanasia............ 7 Maine Dogcation ............... 8, 9 Performance Dog Training.... 10 Words, Woofs & Meows....... 11 Dogs for Adoption............12-13 Calendar............................... 14 Business Directory ............... 15

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It makes my heart so happy that

Spring has sprung yet again! I love seeing the earth wake up, the colors return, and people and their pets enjoying the warmth and longer hours of sunlight. I hope you make time to enjoy it as well! I always look forward to writing the Furry Words column because your dogs always have fascinating and usually funny things to say. They did not disappoint! Just a reminder that a psychic reading is not a replacement for licensed medical care. Enjoy!

Sue C. wants to know how Murphy, her black Lab in Heaven, feels about Jack. The first thing I get is Murphy simply staring at him, kind of sizing him up. He’s not judging at all but is curious as to why he approaches the world the way he does. When Murphy was asleep, whatever was going on around him was irrelevant unless you woke him up. Jack likes to see what’s going on and is therefore super nosey! I will say that Murphy feels like you’ve fully honored his role in your life and when you get to see him again, you will have no doubt, he’s the greeter at Heaven’s gate. Even saying this brings a wave of relief and makes my heart warm.

Kathryn P. wants to know about Betty, who is black with a white chest. “What else would she like from me? How can we come to an agreement that pulling on walks isn't the way to get a nice long walk in?”

The first thing that rolls though my head is how much she LOVES going for walks, and she can’t wait to see

Call for Veterinarians Q.

My son wants to be a veterinarian when he grows up.

What does he need to know?

Furry Words

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EVERYTHING!!! She’s pulling the same way a toddler would at Disney if the toddler wanted to get it all in before the park closes. It’s annoying for sure, but her joy is clear! How do we shift that? She is super smart and says she already has some “preprogramming” that will help you train her. She prefers that you have her sit, then click the clicker, give her a treat, and ask her to walk.

The command is “Ok! Walk!” If she starts pulling you have her sit, click, treat, walk. She gets into a zone and expects you to click her out of pulling if she forgets to leave slack in the leash. I didn’t even get a chance to ask her what she’d like from you,

Ask the Vet…

by Dr. Judith Herman

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Being a veterinarian is more than a job, it is a vocation. This is a term not used much anymore, but for those of us in this profession, it still applies. Currently, there is a shortage of veterinarians, but I will get into that later.

Most of us knew we wanted to be veterinarians at a very young age. This is helpful when planning our academic curriculum for middle and high school. This sounds silly, but the competition to get into vet school is very high. Have your son take as many science and math classes as he can to prepare him for college. He will need a minimum of a four-year college degree. Look for a college that will give him a strong foundation. When he is a junior in college, it is time to start looking at veterinary schools. Look for a school that matches his interests. Apply to

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5 to 7 schools that fit his criteria. He will need to take an exam called the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) before applying to the schools.

Veterinary colleges want well rounded students besides looking at their academic records. Most schools require a minimum 3.5 grade average. Schools look at your animal and clinical experience.

Volunteer in as many animal and veterinary related fields as he can. This will give your son the

but it does feel like you need a quick get-a-way even if only for a day. She said she’d be fine with your bestie and you getting out of dodge.

Susan C. asks about Nava, a dog they brought up from Carolina. “We think she’s 8 years old and want to know what makes her get so worked up with a dog in our neighborhood that looks a lot like her?” She is HORRIFIED that there’s a lookalike imposter! She is so proud of who she is, and how well you both communicate, that if someone accidentally mistakes the imposter for her, she’s afraid her value will decrease. Have you seen the kid’s movie Madascar? There’s a scene where the zoo animals end up in the wild and the zebra realizes he’s just like all the others. He was so sad to find he wasn’t unique, and Nava feels the same way. I think if you put a ribbon around her collar or neck, she’ll feel just special enough that she’ll proudly and quietly prance by the other dog. You must let us know if this works!

Heather S. wants to know if her Pitbull Jake feels safe and happy at home. HUGE YES. Apparently, the dogs are using movie scenes to relay their messages because he showed me Julia Roberts in Pretty Woman when her arms are draped with bags from expensive stores, and she tells the snobby staff who shamed and ignored her that they made a huge mistake. But Jake says he loves you huge. HUGE! When he paces, you know he’s uncomfortable, and I don’t see him doing that at all.

You’ve done a great job with him and he’s eternally grateful.

Tyler A. has Mika, a fox red/ yellow lab. “Would she be comfortable at doggy day care/ kennel?” Nope. Do I think you could get her comfortable? I still get a no unfortunately! She is a total empath who feels the energy of everyone around her. If there’s an anxious dog at day care, she feels their energy physically the same way I feel whoever I’m reading.

She really doesn’t mind being left home alone though. It’s quiet and peaceful.

Lo W. wants to know why Brie is so afraid of noise and strangers but is a love with them. She’s three and the sweetest but shyest dog. This is an interesting answer. She’s new. I don’t think she’s been here before, and she picked you because of your patience and gentleness. When you know there’s potential for her to meet new people or dogs, let her know that you have her back and that she’ll be safe. She also takes a while to warm up to new things, so show her in pictures in your mind how to navigate the situation. She adores you!

Thank you to all who asked about their pups, and I hope you enjoyed this month’s mini readings! If you’d like to schedule a reading for you or your pet, you can do so at www.enlightenedhorizons.com.

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experience and knowledge, not only of the wide variety of opportunities the degree of veterinary medicine offers, but also make sure he really wants to be a veterinarian. To have a veterinary degree is to open doors in many different fields. There are veterinarians involved in commercial fisheries, teaching, pharmaceutical companies, research, state and national government, public health, and other industries in addition to being a companion and large animal veterinarian.

Being a veterinarian is more than playing with animals. We deal with the guardians of the pets and livestock. We are active in our communities. Having good people skills is just as important as our animal skills.

Currently, there is a shortage of veterinarians, partly because of the high cost of the education and the competition of higher paying careers. The student debt is being addressed by forgiveness programs being offered by different states.

Maine is currently working on legislation to address this problem.

Though the pay in rural states like Maine is not high, you can live a comfortable life.

Being a veterinarian is a

rewarding and a draining career.

Keeping a balance is the key. We are so dedicated to what we do that we forget about the rest of life’s offerings. Most successful veterinarians I know have wonderful lives outside of the office. They have families, hobbies, and a joy for life.

Living and working in Maine makes this easier.

Besides studying hard in the academics, have your son enjoy life. Being involved in animal sports such as dog agility, pony club, 4-H, and other activities will give him experiences and knowledge school can’t teach him.

I have been a veterinarian for a very long time. It is a career that is always evolving. You never stop learning. I never tire of what I do, and I enjoy every bit of what life has to offer. Your son will find being a veterinarian a challenging and wonderful career with many doors to open.

Good luck to him and enjoy the journey.

Judith K. Herman, DVM, CVH Animal Wellness Center Augusta, Maine www.mainehomeopahticvet.com

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rescues, Felix and Mateo, and Jody’s nod to her Mount Desert Island family home. IDB had a specific mindset when they opened the small-batch handcrafted taproom, “Our goal was to build a communityfriendly space where people can gather with family and friends, including furry friends, to relax, have fun, and celebrate special occasions,” Jim explained.

Brewed selections are aptly named like A Dog Named Blue, a blueberry wheat, and Toasted Dawg, a maple cream. IDB has food trucks on Friday and Saturday, and they encourage patrons to bring in meals other nights. K-9’s are allowed outside and in the taproom—great for rainy days.

They advocate for local dog rescues and host fundraisers for them. Stop in at 125 John Roberts Road, Unit 15, South Portland. (islanddogbrewing. com/) Another Portland place that will appreciate your K-9 is Definitive Brewing Company at 35 Industrial Way. If you prefer a lighter taste, try peach and raspberry ale. Delightful in the summer! If your dog enjoys rides, head to their Sunday River/Newry or Kittery location. Food options at all. (definitivebrewing.com/) If you’re into a view, Mason's Brewing Company can accommodate.

Located on the Penobscot River in Brewer, it’s housed in a historic 8,800 sq. ft. building with outdoor spaces, twenty-four rotating beers, a wine list, non-alcohol beverages, and a West Coast gastropub-inspired menu. Manager Jake Bridges said the patio, which overlooks the river, is terrific for you and your pup. He said the restaurant’s owner is all about dogs, so as a result, Mason’s

sponsors shelter canines and DEDN’s Adoptables section. (facebook.com/ masonsbrewing/) Christy Cain, owner of Olive Pit Brewery at 16 Main St. in Lisbon Falls, loves animals. So much so that this spot is named after her beloved Pittie, Olive Roo. When I chatted with her, she said 4-leggeds are allowed in the tap room, “I have two in here now.” She also invites one animal group in a month to fund raise and garner attention for their cause.

They also donate a portion of their proceeds to various animal and rescue groups. There’s a wide variety of beers. Stop by for one and support nonprofits. (olivepitbrewing.com/) Lake St. George Brewing Company in pretty, rural Liberty is another place to take your bud. In addition to their core brands, this family-owned and run brew house has a variety of ever-changing offerings. Included in those is a fall hit, Davistown Coffee Brown made with Green Tree Coffee. The medium-bodied, cold Happy Dog enhances the rich chocolate malty notes of Davistown. (lakestgeorgebrewing.com/visit) Speaking of Green Tree Coffee & Tea, it’s located at 2456 Atlantic Highway in Lincolnville Beach. Grab a cup of your passion and sit on their porch. Owner John Ostrand has coffee blends to go by the pound, single serve pods, teas, and much more. The aforementioned Happy Dog is popular, as is the Harbor Dog blend. Green Tree Coffee champions for animals, and they are a business donor to P.A.W.S Animal Adoption.

They also sponsor DEDN’s Adoptables section. (greentreecoffee.com/) Loyal Biscuit Co. deserves a shout out. They sell a high-quality Fenway

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Rescue Blend in their boutiques and online. Twenty percent of these coffee sales go to 501c3 Maine animal-related organizations. (loyalbiscuit.com/products/fenwaysrescue-blend-coffee) Little Dog Coffee Shop in Brunswick is changing things up this spring. Owners Mason Palmatier and his wife have decided to add outdoor seating. “Doggies and kitties are welcome outside through the year. We typically have water for drinking too,” said Mason. Their menu includes espressos, coffees, teas, and breakfast and lunch sandwiches. As far as the shop’s name, it’s after their little black Lab, Tally. (littledogcoffeeshop.com/) Have a love of the vine? Wineries are aplenty and many allow dogs outdoors. “We are certainly dog-friendly,” said Deb Schwarz, co-owner of Cherryfield’s Catherine Hill Winery with husband, Walt.

They recently had a 1st birthday party for their puppy and gifted treat bags to doggies on site and shared cake with their humans. Try their sweeter wines, they use the finest berries—locally sourced from Washington and Hancock County suppliers. If you prefer red, you’ll find Cabs to interesting blends.

(catherinehillwinery.com) If you peek at the Prospect Hill Winery & Vineyard website, you’ll spy a St. Bernard pictured in the vineyards. “We currently do not have a dog, but our family brings the dogs along whenever they visit. The dogs do seem to enjoy their time among the vines,” said Anita Carle, co-owner with her husband, Richard.

She invites good dogs to visit. This vineyard is tucked in Lebanon, and has reds, whites, and rosés. They open in May, perfect for the nicer days approaching. Note info on GPS errors on the first page of website. (prospecthillwines.com/Wines) Vista of Maine Tasting Room Vineyard, Orchard & Cidery in Greene sits above Sabattus Lake. They’re famous for “Mainiac” Hard Cider, Ricker Hill Wines, homemade apple cider, and more. The views of the state’s central valleys and foothills are spectacular, and some days you’ll see the White Mountains.

Dogs must stay on the gravel road, parking lot, or within the roped-in area outside of the tasting room. (vistaofmainewinery.com/) Note: If consuming alcoholic beverages please do so responsibly.

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Off-Leash Etiquette Ideas for maintaining privileges, peace, and safety.

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ast month, I talked about handling dogs on-leash in public and how our artificial, designedfor-humans-only environment of sidewalks and cities can be rather dog-unfriendly. I explored the significance of “personal space” and how this single consideration lies at the core of interactions.

Personal Space: “the physical space immediately surrounding someone, into which any encroachment feels threatening to or uncomfortable for them.” (Oxford Languages) Our privileges to access off-leash destinations are eroding, little by little, due in part to the fact that we don’t always follow leash laws.

We all travel together in the same Dog Owner Ship, and we share the same ultimate goal: to provide our dogs with an enriching, satisfying, healthy life in which they feel safe both physically and emotionally.

There is nothing more beautiful than seeing our dogs fly, chase, and revel in the freedom of being offleash. I fully embrace the idea that dogs need regular, aerobic off-leash exercise in order to achieve ideal health. It’s not always possible, of course, but we can try our best.

When our dogs are with us in leashed-only areas, it’s fairly easy to maintain our own personal space and respect that of others’. The length of the leash and the way

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in which the human manages it dictate how much space is being “claimed,” so to speak, and we can navigate our way accordingly.

The Rules of Etiquette as described for leashed-only locations don’t work as well in off-leash areas, but the Personal Space Rule still applies, and we should do our best to follow it.

Please “DO” • Carry a leash with you, one per dog.

• Take treats! Your dog will be in training, whether or not you intend to train.

• Leash your dog in areas where

there is a requirement to do so.

• Leash your dog if you see someone with a dog on-leash and keep your dog from approaching them. The human who has leashed his dog is saying, “we prefer you stay out of our space.” It’s not a personal statement about anybody.

• Leash or restrain your dog when you see other dogs or humans. It’s just good manners to keep your dog with you unless the others give permission to be approached.

A dog cannot cause physical harm to somebody he can’t touch.

• If someone asks you to leash your dog while they pass with his or her dog, please do so. Remember, it’s about mutually cooperative respect; it's not a question of your dog's temperament.

Please Do Not: • Take it personally if someone asks you to leash your dog. It isn’t about “you”.

• Run towards your dog to try to catch him as he’s running towards someone. This may work with some dogs, but if you don’t have your special flying shoes on, it’s unlikely you’ll be able to catch up to your running dog. Instead, try running in the opposite direction - if you have a good connection with your dog, he may decide he’d rather be with you. Granted, this all depends on the individual dog.

• Assume every dog should want to be friends with your dog

• Say, “my dog is friendly.” Lucky you if this is true! It is irrelevant, however, when we are referring to someone else’s personal space.

• Say, “but… my dog just wants to ‘say hi.’" Ditto. It doesn’t matter. It’s not about your dog.

• Allow your dog to charge other dogs or people. This is not a friendly way to start a conversation; in fact, it can incite an aggressive response.

Charging eliminates the target audience's opportunity to give consent.

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Skills to train before you take your dog off-leash: • Recall • Eye Contact/Attention with Distractions • Leash skills A note about Dog Parks It is expected that dogs will be off-leash at dog parks, and in general the rules are more relaxed and the human audience more forgiving. For these reasons, dogs can pick up some pretty bad habits!

It’s still good practice to apply the rules anyway.

"Under Voice Control" It’s unreasonable to expect a dog or any other being to be 100% responsive to all requests, but it is reasonable to do our best to train our dogs to be good canine citizens wherever they go.

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Behavioral Euthanasia: Making the Hard Decision Making the decision to

euthanize your pet can be one of the hardest decisions you will ever have to make in your life. This decision becomes even harder when your pet is physically healthy, young, and active. However, it is important to remember that behavior problems can result in emotional suffering and mental well-being is just as important as physical health.

If you are considering euthanasia for behavior reasons, there may be alternative options to consider first: 1. Have your taken your pet to the veterinarian? Many behavior problems have underlying medical conditions that contribute to behavior.

Conditions such as ear infections, dental disease, arthritis, and even skin allergies can cause pain and irritability increasing your pet’s anxiety levels or resulting in a bite when stressed. Scheduling a checkup with your veterinarian should be first on your list with any noted behavioral change, especially if this change is recent or your pet is older.

2. Have you sought out professional help? A board certified veterinary behaviorist is a licensed veterinarian with advanced training in animal behavior for all types of behaviors. Applied Animal Behaviorists also have advanced academic training although these professionals do not need to be licensed veterinarians. Medications may be helpful in treating your pet’s aggression or anxiety problems, but only a licensed veterinarian can prescribe medications for your pet.

Another option for help, would be to hire a qualified dog trainer. These professionals can help you implement a management, training, and behavior modification plan often prescribed by your veterinarian or veterinary behaviorist.

Unfortunately, experience levels, education, and training methods are not standardized among dog training professionals; therefore, it is important for you to do your homework before hiring a trainer. Understanding that some training methods can do more harm than good is important. You should seek out a trainer who utilizes positive reinforcement methods and avoid punishment-based and balanced trainers. Punishmentbased training techniques (shock collars, e-collars, stim collars, prong collars, and choke collars) have all been scientifically proven to increase fear, anxiety, and aggressive behavior in dogs and therefore are never appropriate for behavior modification or the treatment of behavior problems. Positive reinforcement is the preferred method when treating behavior problems of all types including aggression.

3. Did you consider rehoming?

This may not be the solution for all pets, but some behavior problems can be managed well in a different environment.

Fighting dogs and cats may do better when separated and away from the common stressors in their lives. The same for dogs with a bite history towards kids.

Sometimes a home without kids is just what your pet needs to feel safe. Not all pets benefit

from or should be rehomed.

In general, finding a new and safe home for your pet can be difficult. Animals with behavior problems are often at greater risk for abuse and neglect in new environments because in these situations, they may not have as close of a relationship with the new owners as they did with you.

What are some criteria to consider when making the decision to euthanize your pet?

1. Current living situation If there are young children or elderly relatives in the home, they are often at a higher risk for injuries related to bites and scratches. Also, behavior modification can be difficult or impossible for some depending on the living situation and commitment made to the pet.

Liability is always a concern along with safety for you, your family, and other pets in the home.

2. Rehoming is not an option.

Some animals are not safe in any home. Most shelters will not adopt out animals with

a bite history or a history of aggression towards other animals. Cats that eliminate outside the litterbox can also be harder to place. Transparency in shelter adoptions is important from both a legal and ethical standpoint.

3. Emotional well-being and suffering Mental suffering may not be as visible to us as physical pain and disease, but this suffering can significantly affect your pet’s quality of life and therefore, yours. When making euthanasia decisions, it is important to consider your pet’s overall emotional state and well-being. We need to make sure that we are making decisions that are in the best interests of both ourselves and our pet.

4. Severity and progression of disease If left untreated, behavior problems tend to get worse over time. As your pet matures, aggression may become more severe or with fewer warning signs while anxiety generalizes and becomes more difficult to manage. It is not uncommon for pets to have more than one behavior problem which can sometimes make it difficult to effectively treat and manage them all.

Remember, behavioral euthanasia is a hard decision. Make sure you have all the information before scheduling. There is never a wrong answer, but if you make this decision, it is important to know you are not alone and will always be supported.

Christine D. Calder, DVM, DACVB

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Maine Dogcation Maine’s “Million Dollar View.”

This scenic byway is eight miles and showcases some of the most beautiful views in eastern Maine.

It also provides a significant wildlife viewing area for the moose, eagle, bear, and deer common to this region of the state.

No matter where you decide to explore or which activity/ adventure you choose, please read and follow all posted dog guidelines and be sure to clean up after your dog.

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Maine is one of the more petIf you really want to get away, friendly states. You’ll find more consider a trip to the Maine than 300 dog parks, beaches, Highlands. About five hours from and trails, and hundreds of Portland, you will find yourself accommodations and stores that in the ultimate wilderness. Enjoy will welcome you and your dog. a visit to Moosehead Lake. This Our southern Maine region is giant lake is 40 miles long and a mix of rocky coast and some of 10 miles wide. There are many the most inviting sandy beaches outdoor activities such as hiking, in all the state. You will find a kayaking, hunting and fishing. variety of lodging choices, petThis region offers are variety of friendly activities, and a diverse charming resorts, lodges, cabins, selection of dining experiences B&B’s, cottages and hotels. from gourmet to casual takeout, The Downeast region which coffee shops and lively brewpubs includes Acadia National Park with outside pet-friendly seating. and Bar Harbor are well known When visiting the Portland for their pet-friendliness and area, one of Maine’s top vacation have much to offer travelers and destinations, you might find their furry companions. Dogs one of your biggest challenges are allowed on most of the 120 will be deciding what to see miles of hiking trails and 45 miles and do first. Take your pup on a of carriage trails however there delightful harbor cruise to view are some where they are not the lighthouses, enjoy a foodie permitted for safety reasons. You tour, shop at one of the many can walk, hike and bike just about area pet stores or visit a doganywhere. friendly brewery. Portland and its Western Maine is vast in size surrounding towns are home to and has dozens of lakes, rivers and several luxury hotels, small B&B’s, ponds that provide opportunities medium sized inns and larger for boating, fishing and swimming. hotels. Many now welcoming pets.

It is here that you will find some If boating is what you prefer, of Maine’s most picturesque there is no better region to mountains. The resort area of explore than the Midcoast. Unlike Rangeley consists of 99 percent the sandy shores of Southern forest and water, which provides Maine, Midcoast Maine offers ideal vacations for all four a rockier coastline. There are seasons. If you are looking to relax excursion boats of all shapes and this is the area to choose. sizes, from schooners to lobster Kennebec Valley, home to the boats and some will allow you Maine state capital of Augusta, is to bring Fido along. You will also

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If your daily plans do not allow your dog to come along, then you might also want to investigate a nearby kennel for that period of time.

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Training Your Performance Dog Agility, Obedience, Tracking

by Carolyn Fuhrer

Agility For All

Agility, if introduced and taught

correctly, can be a wonderful experience for almost any dog.

Agility can help build confidence by exposing dogs to different surfaces, textures, and shapes dictated by the nature of the equipment. It can also help build coordination and body awareness as well as increase strength. Agility is a wonderful way to engage the mind by presenting different problems for the dog to solve.

Besides all these benefits for the dog, agility provides a great

opportunity for the handler and dog to form a wonderful working relationship. The handler must be able to communicate to the dog while the dog and handler are both moving and to direct the dog in a certain path throughout the course.

Dogs need to have some basic obedience – “wait” and “come”

and “with me” will help things go smoother, and because dogs will learn to focus on instructions to gain rewards (usually food or toys), these basic obedience skills are easy to teach because the dogs want to do the work. They want to play agility because it is fun and they can earn rewards.

Agility can teach a handler a lot about how to motivate and focus his or her dog and how not to pressure the dog and to help the dog learn at its own pace.

A safe progressive introduction to agility equipment is extremely important. Dogs should be taught, so they want to do the work and not be lured onto obstacles with trepidation. Correct introduction builds confidence and helps to ensure safe performance. A good instructor can modify a course for all skill levels for both dogs and handlers.

Handlers learn to understand and work with their dogs. Many handlers are surprised how much focus it takes from the handler to keep the dog engaged. Without clear communication from the handler, the dog is really on its own and the results may not be what you want. Handlers must take on the responsibility of

communication and be willing to present information at a pace and in a format the dog can understand.

Agility provides a medium for dogs to work on self-control skills such as start line stays, table performance, and contacts. Dogs also learn to work in the company of other dogs and still be able to focus on their handlers and the “job of agility”. Dogs learn self control by watching other dogs run the course and having to wait for their turns.

If you are interested in agility, it is important that you find a place to introduce your dog to this wonderful sport safely and correctly. Because a friend of yours may do agility with his or her dog does not necessarily mean that friend can teach you and your dog to do agility. Agility is NOT a freefor-all where dogs just run around jumping and climbing on things. If you push the dog too far, too fast, and your dog becomes worried about certain experiences, your dog can have great setbacks in learning.

There is no substitute for quality instruction from someone who not only knows how to play agility but also knows how to teach it properly.

Carolyn Fuhrer has earned over 125 AKC titles with her Golden Retrievers, including 3 Champion Tracker titles. She is also an AKC Tracking Judge.

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Help! My Dog Is Stubborn! – Part 2 of 3 It's All About Motivation

Last month I reviewed reasonable

reasons why a dog might choose not to do something we ask the dog to do; the dog is stressed (anxious, afraid, or over-excited), experiencing pain or discomfort, or the dog’s training has been inadequate. As a result, the dog does not understand what is being asked.

Lastly, I suggested the dog may be insufficiently motivated.

Motivation is simply offering an incentive to another living being to do something. For many people, an example of a primary motivator is the paycheck we receive from our employers. Of course, our employer could punish us instead of paying us, but unless we're enslaved, we are unlikely to show up the next day.

Motivation can be either a reward or a punishment. With dogs, using punishment as a motivator typically involves yelling or using force to cause physical pain, fear, or emotional

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distress. Pain and fear can be highly motivating the instant they are applied. However, using punishment as a motivator will likely irreparably damage the relationship between the punisher and the victim. It can make the mere presence of the punisher a demotivator for life. Thus, choosing

punishment as a motivator is not only cruel; it is an inefficient and unproductive way to train. This is one of many reasons why the PPG, AAHA, AVSAB, and many trainers recommend punishment NEVER be used to train or care for a dog. [ FMI – https://bit.ly/Pos_HumaneTraining ] Many types of rewards can be used to motivate dogs: food, play, and physical touch being at the top of the list. Contrary to popular belief, praise does not qualify as a reward in and of itself. Back in the seventies, a group of Monks wrote a book suggesting that you should never use food as a reward with your dog. Several studies have since confirmed that food has more value as a reward than either praise or touch.

Food is not only a great choice when training dogs; professional animal trainers commonly use it all the time. At Sea World, the animals are trained with food and subsequently continue to get food

as a reward for their performances throughout their lives, just as people continue to receive paychecks for their work. Don't our dogs deserve this as well?

While play can be valuable as a reward, I find it less efficient than food. Since training is all about repetition, efficiency is critical.

When using food while training a dog, I often get as many as 5 to 10 behaviors per minute. In contrast, one must refocus the dog after every play session when using play as a reward. It is similar to coming in from recess when we were in grade school; the teacher had to get us settled before learning could occur. However, play can be a great reward after a dog has been trained.

Food is a great motivator, but we must remember that some foods are more motivating than others, especially if what we are being asked to do is difficult or something we do not particularly enjoy. This is why we must identify the food that our dogs like best.

While many dogs are known to eat almost anything (even what we would consider inedible), some can be finicky. In my experience, treats that smell and taste of meat are usually valued higher by our canine companions. I have demonstrated this in a class by having a student ask the dog to come at the same time that I do. Based on the dog's past experience, it expects its guardian to reward it with a piece of kibble while I will reward it with a bit of freezedried liver. The dog typically races to

me and chooses to stay with me or races to me and eats my treat and then races to its person. The point is that treat value matters.

Teaching a dog to sit can be relatively easy since most dogs sit anyway of their own accord. With "sit," we are just teaching them to do something upon our request that they already do naturally. When initially teaching the "sit" in a low distraction environment, I will probably use a mixture of low to medium-value treats (kibble or other treats with very little meant content) with a highvalue treat thrown in at random for an exceptional response. However, when training in a more distracting environment, for example, in a group training class or in a park where children are playing, I will probably need to increase the value of the treats to be successful.

Training recall is more difficult to teach than sit because we are asking the dog to go against their instincts.

Often when we most want our dogs to come, they are simultaneously distracted by something extremely motivating (a taunting squirrel or anything else they find very tempting). Therefore, if we are going to be successful, we must be even more enticing. For this reason, I always use super special, high-value treats when training recall. Even after my dog has a reliable recall, I continue to reward it every time.

Your Challenge for This Month Your challenge for this month is to spend more time training and look for ways to be more motivating as opposed to calling your dog "stubborn.". Next month, we will explore ways you can be a super trainer.

Don Hanson is the co-owner of the Green Acres Kennel Shop (greenacreskennel.com) in Bangor where he has been helping people with their pets since 1995. He also produces and co- hosts The Woof Meow Show heard on AM620 -WZON every Saturday at 9 AM. Podcasts of the show are available at www.woofmeowshow.com. Don also writes about pets at his blog: www.words-woofs-meows.com. He is committed to pet care and pet training that is free of pain, force, and fear. The opinions in this column are those of Don Hanson.

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RESCUE OF THE MONTH: PASSION FOR PETS Like-Minded Folks with Big Hearts

By Susan Spisak Passion for Pets Rescue, aka PPR, is an all-volunteer, foster-based nonprofit. They take in all breeds and ages, from puppies through the often-overlooked seniors. PPR works with partners who pull dogs from high-kill southern shelters and Ohio’s puppy mills. After all are fostered out-of-state in accordance with law, PPR has them transported to Maine to find caring, permanent homes.

They also take in occasional in-state owner relinquishments.

I talked to Leann Ryan, Adoption Coordinator for the nonprofit. Leann joined them in 2017 a few years after it was initiated. She knew what she was getting into with PPR because this isn’t her first rodeo. She had

twenty years with a breed specific group previously, but she was interested in saving all types, and PPR fit the bill. She indicated that the four hard-working board members meshed and were off and running, continuing their mission. With the help of volunteers, they continue to achieve goals—last year they placed hundreds of canines.

Why so passionate about rescue?

“Because I’m crazy,” she laughed.

Leann became serious and said she loves the transformation of street dogs and those pulled from the hell of mills. With attention, nurturing, and kindness, they become wonderful companions. In addition to those from kill facilities, PPR takes in many who have spent six, seven, even eight years in a shelter. She

shared the story of a black Lab they just placed. The sweet senior had spent eleven of her thirteen years in a shelter. Stories like this are why PPR strives to find good homes for as many as they can.

Since PPR adopts dogs to qualified owners in Maine, New Hampshire, and Massachusetts, they adhere to their import guidelines. Because it’s illegal in these states for any canine to get off a transport and go directly to the adoptive family, they’re again fostered for at least 48 hours or five days, depending on age, prior to going to their homes. With the numbers they’re rescuing, they have a great need for more fosters. They’ll warn you that you may become attached, but you’re saving a life.

Average foster time is about 2 weeks,

MEEMAW, 10 YEARS, RAT TERRIER MIX

but it may be longer. It is a gratifying experience to see a dog blossom, in part because of you.

Leann said food, leashes, and collars are appreciated. They also need cash donations for medical costs and their building fund. This “Transport Building,” in its final stages, is the destination for outof-state pets before being turned over to their fosters. PPR is planning to have kennel runs so the dogs can exercise and blow off steam ‘til they journey on. In addition to fosters, PPR needs fundraising team members. For more info including all adoptables and applications, visit pprorg.com/.

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Meemaw is amazing! She was found at a local landfill in the south. Meemaw acts like she has had a family and was not happy at the shelter—fortunately she is now in Maine. This sweet girl is good with dogs and will be tested with cats. She is looking for her retirement home in Maine.

He is a southern boy who has come to Maine to find a forever home. He is a sweet boy who loves to be with his people. He will need some training – he’s a jumper but greets well at the door. Billy Bob will be a loyal pooch for someone. He is good with other dogs but does prefer calmer dogs that don’t get in his face. Billy Bob loves car rides! NO CATS!

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Dogs for Adoption

View more available dogs on our website, downeastdognews.com.

Many rescues are showing dogs by appointment only right now.

Some rescues do not offer phone numbers and require you apply online.

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OLIVE

PATRICK

BÉLA

4 months old, Heeler/Dachshund Mix

8 months old, Mixed Breed

10-11 years old, Lab Mix

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Olive loves to snuggle and play and does well with other dogs. She is demonstrating some difficulty with separation and would do best if only left home for a few hours at a time or with someone who works from home.

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ROXY

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10 years old, Dane Mix

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IVY

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1-2 years old, German Shepard/ Cattle Dog Mix

Jaxson is loving, smart and energetic! Does well with children and female dogs, cats unknown. .

This old guy has plenty of energy. Béla is fine with cats and other dogs, and loves walks & car rides. He needs some work not pulling on leash, and has some skin sensitivity, a home without kids is recommended.

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KANE

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A very sweet and loyal member of the family. Loves children and is great with other dogs. Can be anxious when first meeting new dog pals but warms up with no issues. She has a ton of energy and loves to please!

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SOPHIA

3 years old, Pitbull

Sophia is very loyal and loving. She would need to be an only pet. She is crate trained, house broken and loves to ride in the car.

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Kane is friendly, outgoing and playful. He needs a home where he is the only pet and the people are 13+.

Wally has basic obedience and socialization skills. He is good with other dogs but if there are children they need to be 13 or older.

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PAISLEY

2 years old, Mixed Breed

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She enjoys walks, car rides and snuggles. She needs a laid-back home. Will do well with some dogs, cats, and children over 8. She has a food sensitivity and needs a salmon base diet.

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BLUE

7 years old, American Staffordshire

Blue is a very sweet boy who gets leashed up willingly and is treat motivated. He loves his toys, walks, car rides and just chilling with his people.

Blue should be an only dog, unless adopted with Lilac (see website).

FMI: responsiblepetcare.org

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May C lendar

To submit or get more information on the events below, go online to downeastdognews.com These events are currently scheduled for April as of our production date however please check with the event organizers to ensure they are still taking place on these dates.

MUTT STRUT

DASH FOR DOGS 5K/STRUTT YOUR MUTT DOG WALK

Saturday, May 21 Augusta, 10 AM Kennebec Valley Humane Society’s 29th Annual Mutt Strut. Youth Memorial Park & Buker Community Fields. Join a community of animal lovers and make a major difference for our small, heartdriven organization and for the many four (and two!) legged friends we care for throughout the year. FMI: pethavelane.org

Sunday, May 1 Lewiston, 9AM - 11AM Greater Androscoggin Humane Society, 55 Strawberry Ave, Lewiston, ME. GAHS is going to the dogs! Join us for the return of our annual Dash for Dogs 5K and Strutt Your Mutt Dog Walk and help out needy dogs in our community and beyond. FMI: gahumane.org

KID'S DAY

NAIL CLIPPING CLINIC

Saturday, May 7 Thomaston, 12PM – 3PM Join us as we celebrate Be Kind to Animals Week at Pope Memorial Humane Society, 25 Buttermilk Lane, Thomaston. Rain or shine. Meet some furry or feathered friends, try out the "Be A Vet" station, make toys for the shelter animals, there will be games, crafts, snacks and more. No entry fees. popehumane.org

LOW-COST SPAY/NEUTER CLINIC

Wed, May 11 – Fri, May 13 Ellsworth, 7AM – 9AM Ellsworth Elks Lodge, 317 High St, Ellsworth, ME. Our low-cost spay/ neuter clinic is BACK. Meant to help members of the community have accessible and affordable means of spaying and neutering your pets, we have options to help you whether you can pay the full amount, receive assistance, or need our grantors to cover the difference. FMI: spcahancockcounty.org

NAIL TRIMMING CLINIC

Saturday, May 7 Rockland, 12PM – 3PM Is your pet in need of a pedicure?

Bring them down to Pet Quarters located at 235 Camden St, Rockland and Shannon from Catahoula Rescue of New England will be on hand to make your fur kids look their very best! We trim not only dogs, but cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, you name it! Nail Trimmings and Ear Cleanings are $10.00 each or a combo price of $12.00 for both. All funds raised go directly to the rescue.

TRACKING DOG EXCELLENT TEST (TDX)

Sunday, May 8 Somerville, 9AM On Track Agility Club of Maine is holding an AKC Tracking Dog Excellent Test in Somerville, ME at the headquarters, North Star Dog Training School, 252 Jones Rd., Somerville.

Interested in learning about what a test is all about? Come and watch!

Watch these talented teams run a challenging Tracking Dog Excellent track with the goal of earning the very prestigious TDX title! Come and cheer them on and see what tracking is all about. FMI: Kathy, (207)691-2332

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TRACKING WORKSHOP

Saturday, May 14 Somerville, 9AM – 3PM On Track Agility Club of Maine presents AKC Tracking Judge, Carolyn Fuhrer and the Beginners and Beyond Beginners Tracking Workshop! Held at North Star Dog Training, 252 Jones Rd., Somerville. This annual workshop is the one to attend if you are interested in learning about tracking with your dog! All proceeds to OTAC to support their tracking program. $125 dog/handler teams. Don't wait - this one always fills and you don't want to miss out - THE best beginners workshop anywhere!! FMI or to register, call Kathy at (207)691-2332.

PET WELLNESS CLINIC

Saturday, May 14 Turner, 11 AM – 2 PM Turner Fire Department, 19 General Turner Hill Rd, Turner, ME. Times are tough these days. We understand many of our community members are experiencing financial hardship and need some help to keep their pets happy and healthy. Join us for a vaccine and microchip. FMI: gahumane.org

NAIL CLIPPING CLINIC

Saturday, May 14 Waterville, 10AM – 12PM Waterville Loyal Biscuit Co., 109 Main Street. For $10 per pet, you can have your pet's nails trimmed and all proceeds will be donated to Charley’s Strays! No appointment necessary. In order to ensure a safe environment for all of our customers, please note: Nail trims will be offered on a first come, first served basis. Nail clipping customers will be asked to wait outside the front entrance of the store for their turn. An employee will call you in! loyalbiscuit.com

NAIL TRIMMING CLINIC

Sunday, May 15 Rockland, 12PM – 2PM Is your pet in need of a pedicure?

Bring them down to Pet Quarters located at 235 Camden St, Rockland and Shannon from Catahoula Rescue of New England will be on hand to make your fur kids look their very best! We trim not only dogs, but cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, you name it! Nail Trimmings and Ear Cleanings are $10.00 each or a combo price of $12.00 for both. All funds raised go directly to the rescue.

TOENAIL TUESDAY

Tuesday, May 17 Rockland, 11AM – 1PM Is your pet in need of a pedicure?

Bring them down to Pet Quarters located at 235 Camden St, Rockland and Shannon from Catahoula Rescue of New England will be on hand to make your fur kids look their very best! And remember we trim not only dogs, but cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, you name it! Nail Trimmings and Ear Cleanings are available for $10.00 each or combo price of $12.00 for both. All funds raised go directly to rescue.

SOUTHERN MAINE COASTAL CLASSIC

Thurs, May 19 – Sun, May 22 Cumberland, Starts 8AM Maine’s largest canine event, the Southern Maine Coastal Classic, returns with four days of AKC All Breed Dog Shows and Obedience and Rally Trials at its new location, the Cumberland Fairgrounds, 174 Bruce Hill Road, Cumberland, Maine. Rain or shine.

Saturday, May 21 Brewer, 10AM – 12PM Brewer Loyal Biscuit Co., 421 Wilson Street. For $10 per pet, you can have your pet's nails trimmed and all proceeds will be donated to Old Dogs New Digs! No appointment necessary. In order to ensure a safe environment for all of our customers, please note: Nail trims will be offered on a first come, first served basis. Nail clipping customers will be asked to wait outside the front entrance of the store for their turn. An employee will call you in! loyalbiscuit.com

IN THE KITCHEN WITH KEVIN

Sunday, May 22 Online, 7PM The next Loyal Biscuit Facebook segment, “In the Kitchen with Kevin” will air on Sunday May 22nd at 7pm.

Heidi and Kevin (pug) will be creating their next yummy treat. Visit the website for upcoming dates/recipes as well as past recipes. https://www. loyalbiscuit.com/in-the-kitchen-withkevin

FOLLOW UP TRACKING WORKSHOP

Saturday, May 28 Somerville, 9AM – 1PM For those who attended the Beginners and Beyond Beginners Tracking Workshop with Carolyn Fuhrer on May 14 and for other tracking students who want to continue to pursue the goal of tracking with their dog. Individual instruction based on the needs of those who attend. Held at North Star Dog Training, 252 Jones Rd., Somerville. To register, call Kathy at (207)691-2332.

PLANT SALE

Sunday, May 29 Arundel, 9AM – 2PM To benefit Lucky Pup Rescue.

Location: Sharon Arnold Lux School of Dance, 1048 Portland, Rd., Arundel. Our 1st ever outdoor sale of all things plants – garden flowers, veggies, fruits, seeds and more! FMI: luckypuprescue.org

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parking inside the fairgrounds.

Each day’s activities include regular conformation, obedience and rally concluding with a Best in Show winner.

All-American Mixed Breeds enrolled in AKC’s Canine Partners Program may enter Obedience and Rally Competitions. Go to www.akc.org/ dog-owners/canine-partners/ for details.

Action starts Thursday morning.

In addition to the regular activities is the National Owner-Handled Series, a non-titling competition allowing owners and their dogs to compete against their peers in their respective breeds, groups and NOHS Best in Show. Professional handlers cannot compete in this series.

On Friday we present the Best BredBy 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. We honor the older show dogs with a Best Veteran Competition. The Granite State Shetland Sheepdog Club of

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Southeast New Hampshire, Inc, the Pine Tree State Doberman Pinscher Club, Inc, and the Bearded Collie Club of America, Inc, will support their respective breeds during the day. And the Maine Golden Retriever Club will hold its Designated Specialty.

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.

Another National Owner-Handled Series competition is offered. Also on Sunday, the Pine Tree State Doberman Pinscher Club, Inc and the Bearded Collie Club of America, Inc will support their respective breed entries.

We offer Junior Showmanship all four days. Open to children 9 to 18 years old, with Open, Intermediate and Novice classes, the child is judged on his/her ability to handle and present the dog rather than the dog being judged. Junior handlers must have an AKC Junior Handler number to compete at these shows.

Camping onsite is available. All RV parking is $40 per night which includes water and electrical hookup

only. Tenting without hookups is $25 per night. Contact Pauline Goodwin at (207) 324-5400 or visit our websites to download a reservation form.

Deadline for camping reservations is May 4, 2022.

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. FMI visit: 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. FMI visit: http://www. yorkcountykennelclub.org.

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