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Max, 12 weeks old and settling in his new home.
Renew your 2021 PWDCC Membership President’s Message Board Meetings Minutes Advocating for your puppy and dog Cover Pup Pupography Fitness Centre Over Arousal Shopping
NOTICE FOR BREEDERS Recommended tests for breeding: Each breeding pair must have final hip certification, annual CAER certification. Note: CAER is deferred until December 2020. Test must have been done in 2019 or 2020 previous to Covid 19 shutdown if breeding a bitch/stud dog before December 2020. Ophthalmologists were not available to provide the test.
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One of each breeding pair must be tested for prcd-PRA
Max is a sweet, busy puppy. He loves to learn new things and
(changed from both requiring prcd-PRA testing),
be close to his family. He is very curious and loves to intro-
EOPRA, GM-1 and IC, JDCM and Microphthalmia Syndrome
duce himself to everyone on the street. When he has his
(effective April 15, 2020, testing must be in place for
training sessions, he works very hard and needs to be chal-
September 1, 2020) with a clear/normal rating.
lenged or else gets bored and chases leaves or tries to eat flowers. We think agility training will keep him challenged physically and mentally. Max lives in Etobicoke Ontario with Cori Kalinowski and family.
Time to renew your PWDCC membership for 2021 To renew, log onto the pwdcc.org home page and click the
access to archived Waterlogs and the searchable membership
membership button. If your information hasn’t changed you
directory. This gives them opportunities to meet other puppy
can use the online form or the pdf form, just sign your name
and experienced owners to network about resources in their
and enclose payment with you charge card or use the PayPal
neighbourhood and more.
option.
For just $1.00 per
Breeders The Available Puppies Listing on the club
puppy, the breeder can choose to purchase the
website is open to our breeder members for a cost
membership on behalf
of $20.00 per litter. The listing is now posted for 16 weeks.
of their owners or
(new for 2021)
make this part of
This program supports PWDCC Rescue and gives you the
their purchase
opportunity to promote your ethical breeding practices! The
package. A win-
forms are on www.pwdcc.org from the home page click the
win for all!
membership button. To be eligible to post a litter, a breeder must be a member in good standing of the PWDCC for at least one year. When a bitch is owned by two or more breeders, all breeders have to be members of the PWDCC in good standing. The exception to this rule is if the co-breeder is a resident of the United States or other international location.
The PWDCC Puppy Program is open to all PWDCC breeders, not only those who participate in the PWDCC Available Puppies Listing. It gives puppy people an introduction to the club and the world of pure bred dogs. Puppy membership benefits include the Waterlog, club events,
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It’s renewal time for PWDCC membership, and just some of the benefits of club membership include: • the promotion of ethical breeding practices to produce healthy quality PWDs; • club activities to enjoy our dogs, things like water training, trials, educational seminars for grooming, rally, agility, CGN; • judges’ education so PWDs are evaluated according to the CKC standard; • PWDCC rescue to help PWDs in need where the breeder does not step in to take back a dog in need (note all member breeders are obligated to take back dogs of their breeding and often step in to help others) Your membership includes the Waterlog, emailed to you quarterly. The Members’ only section including: • The membership and puppy membership directory, searchable by region, so you can meet up with other PWD club members; • All archived issues of the Waterlog, dating back to 2001; • Online access to the Available puppy program; • Online easy one-step membership renewal.
PWDCC Board of Directors and Officers effective September 2020
President Karine Simard Ste-Famille, Quebec
Treasurer, Director Yolande Hould Sainte Luce, Quebec
Vice President Karen Matthews Fonthill, Ontario
Directors
Secretary, Director Frank Davidson London, Ontario
Roslyn Eskind Toronto, Ontario Shelly Johnston Middle Sackville, Nova Scotia Mindy Selby Calgary, Alberta
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Rescue Coordinators Program Coordinator and Central Region Frank Davidson London, Ontario 519-719-3394 Western Region Ian Koturbash Saskatoon, Saskatchewan 306-230-4265
Eastern Region Jennifer Byers Montreal, Quebec 514-773-9376 Website Production and Waterlog Editor Roslyn Eskind Toronto, Ontario Breeder Contact Deirdre Hall Stouffville, Ontario
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Motdelaprésidente Wow quelle année 2020, nous sommes entrain de vivre. La
En respectant bien sur la distanciation sociale, sortez tout de
pandémie est venue bouleverser la vie de tous et chacun, en
même avec vos chiots et chiens adultes dans beaucoup d’en-
passant par la vie de nos PWDs également. Pour ceux qui par-
droits différents et faîtes aussi des sorties régulières sans
ticipaient à des concours canins comme c’est mon cas, la
votre chien pour qu’il soit capable de rester seul à la maison
majorité d’entre eux ont été annulés et l’année a été bien
sans problème lors du retour à la vie normale, c’est super
calme à ce niveau! Comme club, nous avons du avec beau-
important!
coup de déception annuler tous les événements incluant la spécialité canadienne qui devait avoir lieu en août. Si vous êtes comme moi et participez à plusieurs événements par année, cela a créé un vide certain!
La fin de l’année veut dire aussi le renouvellement de votre adhésion au club, nous vous incitons à le faire dès maintenant, votre support est très important pour la santé de votre club et de la race. Nous allons espérer fort que 2021 soit plus
Avec le confinement lié à la pandémie, plusieurs personnes
clémente et permette la reprise des événements du club. Nous
ont passé beaucoup plus de temps à la maison avec leur
avons plusieurs bonnes idées d’activités pour nous amuser en
chien! Nos PWDS toujours près de nous, n’en ont été que plus
gang avec nos PWD, espérons maintenant que la pandémie
heureux! Plus d’attention et de temps pour un PWD, quel bon-
nous laisse tranquille en 2021 et nous permette de les faire.
heur! Cela peut paraitre merveilleux mais c’est aussi un couteau à double tranchant d’être toujours avec son PWD à la maison. Le PWD aillant tendance à développer de l’anxiété de
Karine Simard
séparation s’il n’est pas laissé seul quelques périodes sur une
PWDCC présidente
base régulière, risque de souffrir du retour à la vie normale qui voudra aussi dire des périodes de séparation avec sa famille beaucoup plus fréquentes en raison du travail, etc. Afin de rendre ce retour à la vie normale moins pénible, il peut être bon de sortir sans votre chien quelques fois par semaine. La socialisation des chiots si importante pour leur bon développement est aussi plus difficile en période de pandémie. Il est primordial pour les chiots et même les chiens adultes de sortir régulièrement dans des endroits différents ou ils peuvent voir chiens et humains pour conserver une bonne santé mentale. Usez de votre imagination, même sans contact photograph: Catherine Arsenault
direct, il est possible de socialiser nos chiens en les amenant un peu partout en gardant nos distances pour les socialiser. J’anticipe le retour à la réalité pour plusieurs de nos PWD, mais en faisant quelques petites exercices dès maintenant, vous pouvez participer à faciliter cette période de transition.
Karine et son chien ayant une place bien spéciale dans son coeur, Henry, Karine with her special boy, Henry.’ BIS Can GCh Am Ch Deblon’s Rising Star to Pattedeau CGN RN
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ThePresident’sLetter Wow, what a year 2020 has been. The pandemic has turned
by bringing them everywhere while keeping our distance to
everyone’s life upside down, including the lives of our PWDs.
safely socialize them. I look forward to a resumption of nor-
For those who participated in dog shows like me, the majority
mality for us and our PWDs, and by doing a few small exercis-
of them were cancelled and the year has been very quiet! As a
es now, you can help ease this transition.
club, we were very disappointed to cancel all the events including the Canadian Specialty that was to take place in August. If you are like me, and participate in several events per year, it has certainly created a void!
The end of the year also means renewing your club membership, we urge you to do so now, your support is very important for the health of your club and the breed. We very much hope that 2021 will allow the resumption of club events. We have
With the containment linked to the pandemic, many people
several great ideas for activities to have fun as a gang with our
have spent much more time at home with their dogs! Our
PWDs, and let’s hope the pandemic leaves us alone in 2021
PWDS, who always like to be close to us, were certainly happy
and allows us to do them.
about this! More attention and more time to a PWD is pure joy! It may sound wonderful, but to always be with your PWD at home is also a double-edged sword. PWDs tends to develop
Karine Simard
separation anxiety if not left alone at least on a regular basis.
PWDCC President
They risk suffering on the resumption of normal life with periods of separation from the family due to work, etc. In order to make this return to normal life less painful, it may be a good idea to go outside without your dog a few times a week. The socialization of puppies, that is so important to their proper development, is also more difficult during a pandemic. It is essential for puppies and even adult dogs to regularly go out to different places where they can see dogs and humans in order to maintain good mental health. Use your imagination, even without direct contact, it is possible to socialize our dogs
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Project’s Report
PWDCC Board Meeting Minutes May 2020 Roll call Present Karine Simard; Karen Mathews; Frank Davidson; Yolande Hould; Mindy Selby; Sandra Allen
Membership Need to know who have not renewed. Targeted email to those who are either expired and/or inactive. Need to know the difference. Shelly to determine how to encourage membership. Karine to compose a letter in both languages to encourage membership in our club. Will be challenging since there is no activities this year. Conformation/Performance Event – Karen has nothing new to report
Absent Shelly Johnston
Judge Education – Karine has nothing new to report
Approval of PWDCC meeting minutes Motion to approve January 2020 minutes Karen, seconded by Frank. Approved.
Club Operating Principles – Mindy continues to work on this with additions based on what we’ve had to deal with over our current term.
Treasurer’s Report on May 12th 2020
IN CAMERA – discussions regarding OFA & Health and Litter Database
CASH FLOW Bank balance:
Sample health documents should be posted on our website to ensure puppy buyers know what to look for.
$19,338.26
PayPal balance
Unfinished Business
$305.28
Total
Breeder List Format Discussed above
$19 643.54
Website translation Karine’s friend can translate at $0.24 per word. Estimate cost $5,000.00 - $6,000.00. This would be too costly to do. Frank to look at alternative by speaking with Roslyn about this cost.
PAYMENTS (April 11, 2020) Roslyn Eskind Rights of 2 photos for the Waterlog
$47.33
CKC 2020 Club membership renewal
$84.75
Yolande Hould Easy Hosting, March, April and May
$179.86
Total
$311.94
New business Health Testing Our policy is to stay in step with PWDCA, so change to prcdPRA from requiring both sire and dam to only one of the breeding pair be tested, as per other DNA tests.
MEMBERSHIP Membership level
May 2020
May 2019
Change
65 26 16
60 25 31
5 1 -15
7 55
6 87
1 -32
Total active members
169
209
-40
Expired members
246
106
136
Pending members
0
0
0
20
21
-1
Renewals Single membership Family membership New single membership (2 from Puppy Program) New Family membership Puppy Program
Total inactive members Committee Reports
Committee Structure Communication to membership (on hold) and committee members (in progress). Until each committee member has been advised of the change, no communication is to go out. Each committee is to create a specific committee specifications recommendation for membership in said committee. Mindy and Frank to work on a general statement(s) that all committee members must sign. Policy and procedures manual must be read. CV & cover letter must be submitted.
Individual testing Normal for either sire or dam: GM-1 IC-13 JDCM EOPRA with at least one parent testing normal (non-carrier) (as of April 1, 2018) So we would add to the above list: Prcd-PRA Microphthalmia Syndrome DNA test Voting done electronically via email Karen made the motion to move forward with this protocol, Shelly seconds,and all vote yes. Approved. Water Bowl Prizes - Gee Bee Sports have discontinued the Ontario Branch Water trophy mug. So Pat sourced 100 bowls with the logo on one side (Pat asked but the supplier is unable to use two colours on this product) and "Qualifier" on the other side the price would be $553.00 + HST + delivery. Our previous trophies - the cobalt glass mugs were $11.29 each!! Frank made a motion to approve the purchase of these bowls, Karen seconded. Majority voted yes, approved. This was done electronically via email. Next meeting June 9th @ 7:30 pm Frank made a motion to adjourn this meeting Karen seconded. Adjourned.
Breeder Committee Sandra: Breeder list not wanted by this committee, due to club endorsement assumptions. Puppy list can be advertised any time after a breeding (even before ultrasound). Currently left up for 12 weeks. If puppies still available breeder can call in to keep the listing up for an additional 4 weeks. Suggestion of a stud dog list has been recommended by this committee. Add this to membership tab (must log into to view this). Naturally all testing must be included/documented and pictures of the dog available. Must include the disclaimer with an acknowledgment statement that the puppy buyer must click before the breeder list is revealed. Could possibly track by name and IP address (by filling their name and our website tracks their IP). This would mitigate any liability issues. Frank to speak with Roslyn about this concept. Breeders would need to apply to go on the list and sign a statement. Only accept breeders once per year to prevent increased workload. Rescue – Nothing to report Complaints – Nothing to report Water Trial – Nothing to report – cancelled in Ontario due to Covid 19 BC water trial – TBD (can judge travel?)
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June 2020 Roll call
August 2020
Present Karine Simard; Karen Mathews; Frank Davidson; Yolande Hould; Sandra Allen
Roll call
Absent Shelly Johnston; Mindy Selby
Present Karen Mathews; Frank Davidson; Sandra Allen; Shelly Johnston; Mindy Selby
Guest Roslyn Eskind
Absent Yolande Hould; Karine Simard
Approval of PWDCC meeting minutes Motion to approve May 2020 Minutes Karen, seconded by Yolande, Approved.
Approval of PWDCC Meeting Minutes Motion to approve June 2020 minutes Frank, seconded by Sandra. Approved.
Treasurer’s report
Treasurer’s Report
CASH FLOW
CASH FLOW Bank balance: PayPal balance:
$ 19 396.72 $ 150.86
Total
$ 19 547.58
Bank balance
$18,882.76
PayPal balance:
$422.67
Total
$19,305.43
PAYMENTS (from May 12, 2020) BFL Risk and Insurance 2020, CKC D&O Liability Insurance renewal
$490.50
Total
$490.50
$119.54
Membership level
June 2020
*July 2019
Change
68 26 17
94
0
49
-24
Renewals Single membership Family membership New single membership (2 from Puppy Program, 2020) New Family membership Puppy Program
$119.54
Total MEMBERSHIP
MEMBERSHIP Membership level
PAYMENTS (from September 01, 2020): Yolande Hould, EasyHosting, June/September 2020
July 2020
July 2019
Change
68 26 23
94
0
49
-18
8 102
87
+15
Total active members
227
230
-3
Expired members
243
106
137
3
0
0
21
20
0
Renewals Single membership Family membership New single membership (2 from Puppy Program, 2020) New Family membership Puppy Program
8 57
87
Total active members
176
230
-54
Expired members
243
106
137
0
0
0
Pending members 2 new single and 1 new famliy Waiting for payment
20
20
0
Total inactive members
Pending members Total inactive members
-30
*No treasurer’s report on June 2019 for the membership comparison Committee Reports Committee Structure - Communication to membership (on hold) and committee members (in progress). Must follow code of ethic for the past 24 months to be on a committee. Frank to send revisions to all for review. Breeder Committee – Sandra – Since the breeder committee is against the breeder list, the board has decided to accept their recommendation – no breeder list will be published. Posting of various health certificates to the website is recommended. Also a proforma email to send to puppy buyers who are looking for breeders. Sandra to look into this. Rescue – Nothing to report Complaints – Nothing to report Water Trial – Nothing to report Project’s report Membership – Nothing to report Conformation/Performance Event – Nothing to report Judge Education – Nothing to report Club Operating Principles – Nothing to report Unfinished Business Breeder List Format see above Website translation We found a translator who is willing to do the job but is only willing to accept gift cards. Since this isn’t a transparent way of doing business we can’t move forward with this. Roslyn to ask Caroline about timing so we can pay her via e-transfer. New Business 2021 Board Election and Process Looks like Karine, Karen and Yolande are leaving. AGM will be October 20th. Mindy, Sandra, Frank and Shelly are staying (Mindy & Shelly to be confirmed by Karine). September 21st a nominating committee must be in place. One board member and two other members. Frank will be on this committee and solicit two other active members. 6 weeks before the AGM the names need to be presented to the membership (the slate). If no one else comes forward the slate will stand and be acclaimed to the board. Frank made a motion to adjourn tonight’s meeting, Karen seconded. Approved.
Committee Reports Committee Structure All committees that are being dissolved, those members have been advised with the exception of the membership committee. Once Shelly advises her committee the general announcement will be sent out. Shelly to advise. Breeder Sandra to work on the performa email to advise potential puppy buyers about breeders. Rescue Two possible rescues, however, both were sorted out, one by the breeder and one by a family member of the owner who passed away. Complaints – N/R Water Trial – N/R Project’s Reports Membership – N/R Conformation/Performance Event – N/R Judge Education – N/R Club Operating Principles – N/R Unfinished Business Website Translation Caroline Chaput has completed most of the website translation and has provided it to Roslyn to be uploaded. After, Caroline will review this site to ensure all if correct and functional. She is looking for payment in October 1st. Roslyn has sent us all a copy of the translation (though most did not receive it – Shelly to forward this). 2021 Board Election and Process. Proposed Slate President Vice President Treasurer Secretary Director East Director Quebec Director Ontario
PWDCC Board 2021 Mindy Selby Catherine Gadd Diane Dirsus Frank Davidson Shelly Johnson Jennifer Byers Sandra Allan
6 weeks before the AGM the names need to be presented to the membership (Sept 7th, 2020). AGM will be October 20th. Need to be announce 60 days before. So need to be announced before August 20th.
Special meeting to be called September 14th regarding electoral process.
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Sandra to check with Roslyn about eye exams not being available and having an announcement on the website about what is expected due to COVID. New Business Puppy Scammer Mindy made a motion to add a flashing scammer alert banner to the website, Karen seconded. Approved. This week we received two inquiries about the breeder advertising below market value PWD’s. One by email to the board and one by phone call to Frank. Is only one of many scammers in Canada and the US. Frank to ask Roslyn to put up a flashing ‘Scammer Alert’ on the website and link it to the buyer beware notes. Mindy to reach out to her CBC contacts to see about getting some national exposure (CBC Marketplace). Mindy will also reach out to Sue Ailsby as she has connections with the CKC. Shelly will pretend to be a buyer and reach out to Blue Valley PWD’s. Frank made a motion to adjourn the meeting, Shelly seconded. Approved. Next meeting September 8th 2020
Unfinished business Website translation Karine and Yolande are reviewing the translation. There are about 20-25% errors in grammar and vocabulary. They will have fully completed the review by October to allow Caroline Chaput to finalize this project. It was agreed that Frank would get Caroline to submit an invoice and an email for the e-transfer prior to October. Payment would be 75% of the invoice with the balance due once our website translation was complete. 2021 Board Election and Process Proposed Slate President Vice President Treasurer Secretary Director East Director Quebec Director Ontario
PWDCC Board 2021 Mindy Selby Catherine Gadd Diane Dirsus Frank Davidson Shelly Johnson Jennifer Byers Roslyn Eskind
6 weeks before the AGM the names need to be presented to the membership. Sandra did check with Roslyn about eye exams not being available and having an announcement on the website about what is expected due to COVID. Completed
September 2020 Roll call Present Yolande Hould; Karine Simard ; Karen Mathews; Frank Davidson; Shelly Johnston; Mindy Selby Guest Roslyn Eskind Approval of PWDCC meeting minutes Motion to approve June 2020 minutes Karen, seconded by Shelly. Approved Treasurer’s Report CASH FLOW Bank balance:
National Specialty Discussions around should we wait until 2022 (since our specialty is every 2 years) or try for 2021. Given Covid might still be around should we look to piggyback with a regional show or hold our own separate show. Potential location might be Laurel Creek Conservation Area. Frank to investigate and advise by October board meeting. Next meeting to be October 13, 2020.
$251.90
Total
AGM agenda Frank to send the previous minutes to Karine to prepare the agenda.
Motion to Adjourn Frank, seconded by Shelly. Approved.
$19 396.72
PayPal balance:
New Business
$19 648.62
PAYMENTS (August 11, 2020)
$0
Total
$0
MEMBERSHIP Membership level
August 2020 August 2019
Change
Renewals Single membership Family membership New single membership (2 from Puppy Program) New Family membership Puppy Program
9 102
93
9
Total active members
231
245
-14
Expired members
242
103
139
Pending members
4
0
4
20
20
0
69 26 25
Total inactive members
97 55
-2 -21
Committee Reports Committee Structure – Notice sent to membership Breeder – Sandra Allen has resigned from this committee and the PWDCC board Mindy made a motion to have Roslyn Eskind move into the Ontario Director position and board liaison for the breeder committee, Karen seconded. Approved. Rescue – N/R Complaints – N/R Water Trial – N/R Project’s Report Membership – N/R Conformation/Performance Event – N/R Judges’ Education – N/R Club Operating Principles – N/R
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From Puppy Culture
Advocating for your puppy and dog A while back, a member posted about how a training instructor suddenly slammed this woman’s puppy to the floor and forced it to lie down – now the puppy trembles when it lies down and is so nervous it will not take food. I wrote this post about advocating for your dog which I think is timely right now.
they have any questions. But the impor-
should be for young puppies only, and
tant thing is to prime yourself (or your
they should follow all of Dr. Terri
puppy owners) to be ready to walk away.
Bright’s guidelines in Puppy Culture.
This really sad situation raises the ques-
feels awkward, at first, but you will get
tion of what it means to advocate for
used to it and it will start to feel
your puppy or dog. We tried really hard
REALLY GOOD when you do the right
in the Puppy Culture film (www.puppy-
thing by your puppy.
culture.com) to empower puppy owners and give them a “talk track” when confronted with a professional or a person of authority who is advocating using force or aversive tactics with their puppy. I’m going to speak plainly but I don’t want this to be hurtful to anyone who has had a bad experience with their puppy. I do want to change the conversation from us being the victims with our puppies to being our puppies’ advocates. This acknowledges that, as of right now, it’s just not common knowledge to do this so I’m trying to raise awareness, not taking anyone to task. 1. Even the MOST experienced dog owners feel pressure when confronted by a person in a position of authority, such as a veterinarian, dog trainer, or professional handler. You need to have a talk track ready. I tell my puppy owners to blame it on me and tell them “I signed a contract with my breeder stating I would not do that so we’re not going to do it” I also give my puppy owners my card so they can hand it to the vet/trainer/tech /handler and say they can contact me if
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2. When you are with your puppy or dog, do not EVER be worried about what people think of you socially. That includes not looking at and or/ignoring people who are trying to talk to you as well as literally walking away from bad advice or someone trying to touch your dog. It
3. Perhaps most importantly (and least recognized,) is our duty to foresee situations that could put our puppy in harms way. Justifiably, when one of these incidents happen we all rally round and support the puppy owner and talk about what jerks those other people are, but so what. You may be “right” but you’re the one holding the leash of a puppy who’s now messed up. Here are just a couple of examples of very common and eminently avoidable incidents that dog trainers hear about on a weekly basis:
Maybe after my dogs are over three years old, I might go to a group class where I trust the instructor, but it’s always assumption of the risk and I am on high alert at all times. Side note: I run my agility classes one dog at a time (exceptions are made for dogs that know each other) and in my dog training seminars my mantra is “The Dog On The Floor Has The Floor” and all other dogs MUST be crated. Not everyone likes it but I’m opting for safety. “Another dog jumped/attacked him when out for a walk.” Again, fists will be shaken at “those idiots” who let their dogs off leash and do not have control, and yes, verily, they are idiots and hateful and it’s all their fault, but it’s totally predictable to the point where you almost have to take some responsibility for putting your puppy in that position. I do not take my young dogs for walks anywhere where there is the possibility of people having dogs off leash. So, for the first year or two of their lives, they
“Another dog jumped/attacked him in
are walked on show grounds, at agility
training/agility/obedience class.” It hap-
trials, rally/obedience trials – anywhere
pens EVERY DAY. By the time I write
where “professional” dog people are.
this post there will be another dog who’s
Then, when I feel they’re ready to start
been screwed up and now needs a year
longer walks and hikes (usually around
of remedial work. The owner will post all
15-18 months) my rule is we only walk
the details and everyone will agree and
on trails where there are actual moun-
shake their fist but they are all missing
tainous parts where you have to scram-
the point – this is predictable and could
ble with your hands to get up the hill.
have been avoided. My answer to this is
This keeps the palookas away. Flat and
do not go to a training class where dogs
easy trails and parks bring out the
are off leash together. Period. I don’t do
“Sunday driver” pet owners who think
it unless the other dogs are personally
fluffy needs to be free from a leash to
known to me. And socialization classes
be happy, no matter what the actual
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leash laws are. Trails that include a nice
one else have the leash. The real lesson
scramble on your hands and knees up a
is that you never hand your puppy over
steep hill tend to attract a more motivat-
to anyone. Bring in one puppy at a time
ed, safety conscious crowd. I have cer-
or roll them in on a dolly in crates.
tainly met off-leash dogs on strenuous hikes, but the owners were aware of their dogs and had them on leash long before we were anywhere near each other.
I could go on and on all day and maybe someday I will, but the first step in advocating for our puppies is to let go of some of the notions of what is necessary and good for our puppies. You 100% do
Flat trails and walks on the sidewalk
need to train your puppy, but you don’t
past the inevitable dog that rushes (or
have to do it in a class. You 100% do
breaks through) the invisible fence are a
have to socialize your puppy to other
“never” for some of my dogs, not until
animals, but you can set up your own
they are over three years old for the real-
sessions. You 100% do need to take
ly rock solid ones. Your dog does not
your puppy to the vet, but you can and
need a walk at the expense of becoming
should walk out of any vet’s office that
aggressive to other dogs because he had
is not willing to create a +CER to vet
a bad experience.
visits by giving your puppy cookies and
“The vet/tech/trainer scruffed/alpha rolled my puppy” A couple of things, here. Number one, watch again Dr. Terri Bright’s checklist for a puppy class (in the film, Puppy Culture). Stick to it. If you can’t find a suitable class, just get
treating them well. You 100% do have to bring all of your puppies to the vet, but if the vet is not willing to wait for you to bring them in one at a time and you can’t bring them in on a dolly in a crate, find another vet.
together with friends and train on your
And yes, all this having been said, it
own. It’s not rocket science and there
absolutely can happen no matter what
are great on-line resources. Number two,
you do. And that’s where we hope that
never hand the leash to anyone, ever.
our early foundation work with emotional
One of my friends was bringing three
resilience will kick in and serve the
older puppies in to the vet for various
puppy. But, make no mistake, it’s very,
things and she had the techs bring one
very, hard to undo these bad experiences
puppy in for her. The puppy jumped on
in young dogs/puppies. As we say again
the tech and the tech alpha rolled the
and again in Puppy Culture, the emo-
puppy, my friend lost her mind on the
tional sensitivity that allows for the
tech, and one of the other clients in the
socialization process cuts both ways and
lobby yelled at my friend for “spoiling”
will allow the puppy to imprint a bad
her puppy and said the tech was right,
experience as readily, even more readily,
and a verbal brawl ensued. Yes
than a good one. So always err on the
tech+client=a couple of jerks but it’s
side of caution!
predictable to the point of, once again, being a “shame on me” if you let some-
Puppy Culture is available in DVD https://goo.gl/B50xaQ Streaming video https://goo.gl/FeOmB2
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Fitness Centre... Why do more than walking? When many of us think about exercising our dogs beyond walking or playing a good game of fetch, we may imagine elaborate agility courses with tunnels, seesaws and hurdles. You may think to yourself, “Yeah, I don’t have the time, money or patience for all that. Let alone, Sparky doesn’t have the attention span.” We understand. Never fear, there are simple exercises in between walking and agility that are beneficial to your companion dog’s physical and mental health that you can do at home.
Why Do More Than Walking We definitely encourage everyone to walk their companion
Types of Exercising Endurance – Endurance training, such as walking, helps condition the heart and lungs. Strength – Strength training is similar to high-intensity-interval-training, according to the dog exercise experts. It involves short and intense exercises. You may not realize it, but a good game of fetch would probably fit the bill. Balance and Core – These are possibly some of the most important exercises for dogs, yet are often the most overlooked. In fact, these exercises help cover the majority of the list above.
Starter Tips Check with your veterinarian Choose exercises appropriate for your companion dog’s fitness level
dogs on a leash. Walking is great endurance training if you
Safety, Safety, Safety
maintain a steady clip at your dog’s pace and without overexer-
There is a lot of information on the web that can be shifted
tion for around 20 minutes. Now, we know companion dogs
through. If you are inclined, you may be able to find a certi-
need to “check their surroundings”. If you leave sniff time for
fied canine fitness trainer that will give virtual, yet personal-
the end of the walk, many dogs will learn this and realize their
ized classes, to help you teach your dog safely and appropri-
“treat” is coming.
ately.
But, why do more than Walking?
Core Training Tips
• Decreases likelihood of injuries
balance pads and balance discs made just for companion dogs
• Improves balance
with instability that can improve stability and core strength.
• Increases mobility
Before you run out and purchase these, check with your veteri-
• Improves flexibility
narian or certified canine fitness trainer as to the best choice
• Improves coordination
for your dog’s fitness level.
• Reduces likelihood of osteoarthritis • Gains a sense of body awareness (proprioceptive feedback) • Reduces back problems • Improves mental and behavioral health • Bonding!
Yes; just like at your gym or house, there are wobble boards,
We at love repurposing everyday household items or using items we can find at local shops. Three exercises that fit the bill and would probably work for dogs of many fitness levels are Figure 8’s, Cavalettis and Leg Lifts. Figure 8’s Many experts distinguish between Cone Weaving and Figure 8’s. Starting out with Figure 8’s can be best done with traffic cones or trash cans. Begin with two of them several feet apart and have your companion dog go around in a Figure 8 pattern. Eventually, you can add more cones and/or tighten the space between the cones as your dog improves.
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Fitness Centre... Cavalettis
Following are references that we believe cut through the enor-
Cavalettis are basically walking over hurdles that are low to the
mous amount of information about dog exercising and give you
ground and spaced apart. You can use anything from 2” x 4”
the benefits and basics on how to get started.
boards to broomsticks. Space about 6-8 of them one body length apart and have your dog walk over them.
References Canine Core Stabilization Exercises http://pointingdogjournal.com/canine-core-stabilizationexercises/ Choose Exercises that Match Your Dog’s Level of Fitness https://www.bobbielyonscaninecampus.com/blog/60883/ exerlevelfitness Core Exercises for Dogs
Leg Lifts
https://somuchpetential.com/core-exercise-for-dogs/
Many of us have taught our companion dogs “paw” or
Easy Exercises for Canine Conditioning
“shake”. Do you realize they usually always use one paw
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/easy-exercises-for-
and not the other paw? Well, Leg Lifts have a similar concept.
canine-conditioning/
With these basic exercises, all you have to do is have your dog stand on a non-skid and flat surface, while you lift each paw. At first, don’t overdo it and just try it for a few seconds at a time, but strive to get up to 20 or 30 seconds and 10-20 repetitions. Now, many of you might be thinking this is such a minor exercise, will it even matter? Well, when tried with a dog recently, using his hind leg and gently putting an ear on his spine, the
FUNctional Fitness: Figure Eight https://www.seespotrunrehab.com/functional-fitnessfigure-eight/ Is Your Dog Hard Core? The Importance of Canine Core Musculature https://www.avidogzink.com/is-your-dog-hard-core-theimportance-of-canine-core-musculature/
results: heard and felt vibrations because his body was trying
Sports Medicine: Balanced Conditioning
to gain stability. When his leg was put down, didn’t hear or
https://www.seespotrunrehab.com/sports-medicine-balanced-
feel anything.
conditioning/ Strengthen your dog’s core muscles! https://www.caninemuscleworks.com.au/health-articles/2017/8/22/strengthen-your-dogs-core-muscles Why Core Strength is Important for All Dogs https://www.seespotrunrehab.com/why-core-strength-isimportant-for-all-dogs/
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PUPOGRAPHY S PECIAL S KILLS : Sleeping through the night quietly in my crate from the beginning and potty training is a breeze (we don’t count the 3rd floor where on two occasions I decided was the perfect potty area.
B IGGEST C ATASTROPHE : Ran out the front door in downtown Toronto, could have been bad but I did listen and came back in.
BATHING
AND G ROOMING T OLERANCE : I’m a pro, had my first official groom with Kim, I was a rock star and getting better at my toes too. And that spot Roslyn shaved off by mistake has grown back, I forgive you!
FAVOURITE D ESTINATION : Easy, the country house. T OYS
OF
C HOICE : Stuffies and chewies.
M OST A SHAMED
OF : I guess pooping upstairs, but Roslyn didn’t say anything to me about it.
M OST P ROUD
OF : My rollover, stand, sit, off, come, drop, get in, and my work in progress of leash walking and stays.
W HAT I WOULD L IKE NAME : Seabury Vulcan Cool Shades, “Oakley”. N ICKNAMES : The Baby, Frank Junior (that can’t last long, I’m a big boy now).
DATE
OF
B IRTH : July 1, 2020, Canada Day Litter
TO BE
W HEN I G ROW U P :
In the proud tradition of the Seabury family, I will be a conformation dog and maybe dip into Water Work, and Rally, whatever that is. Oakley lives with Roslyn Eskind in Toronto, and sometimes with co-breeder/co-owner Leo Hui in Mississauga where Momma Holly lives.
L EADER
OF MY PACK : Well Roslyn and Leo, my hoomans, GG Ruby, Grandma Sophie, and decidedly, Papa Franklin.
E DUCATION : I’m finishing up my puppy classes and doing pretty good. Play time is fun, with the little Havanese, he’s spunky and my bro, Max is there also. But the crazy hound and the terrier, well they don’t call them terrorists for nothing!
L EISURE T IME ACTIVITIES : Chewing bully sticks and bones my favs, jumping on the big dogs, mostly they’re OK with that.
P ET P EEVE : Being left in a room, how am I supposed to know Roslyn is coming right back, really!
FAVOURITE N ON - CONSUMABLE : Shoes, pant legs, robes, socks, leaves, sticks, the list goes on.
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Over Arousal
1. Figure out the triggers that cause this behavior. Then,
Speaking Dog with Shana
he has better skills to handle it. Management includes leash-
One of the hardest things for people to understand in their dogs:
temporarily stop those from happening, or manage them until es, gates, crates, different paths to walk, stuffed kongs, stopping dog park/doggie daycare visits, etc.
"Oh, he's just so excited!"
2. Lower his every day stress. Increase mental stimulation
"He just loves other dogs."
and proper exercise (not stress inducing, but stress-lowering).
"He needs discipline!"
Prevent him from seeing triggers, and give a better enrichment
"He's trying to be the alpha!” (Which isn't even a thing)
regimen that uses his nose first and foremost. Make sure all of
"He needs to know it's unacceptable and he’s not the boss!"
his needs are met (mental, physical, social, biological) by
However, what people don't realize is that this behavior is a sign of underlying stress. This overarousal is due to the surge
using the Hierarchy of Dog Needs. The most important is the safety and trust aspect.
of stress chemicals in their body (from excitement, frustration,
3. Teach a calm, relax on a mat behavior, beginning at home
fear) and that makes it incredibly hard to think clearly, stay
with no distractions:
still and retain information. Add to this an uncomfortable training collar, or continually hitting the end of the leash, an owner who jerks the leash, a barking dog, or a loud environment, and you've got the perfect storm for a dog who started as slightly frustrated and is now a
Relax on a Mat: http://www.dogsandbabieslearning.com/.../Relax_on_a_mat.pdf Karen Overall’s Relaxation Protocol PDF: http://joyfuldogllc.com/.../10/Relaxation-for-Approach.pdf
full blown chronically anxious dog, or a dog who is very friend-
4. Begin applying this mat behavior to different environments
ly, but suddenly just bit a dog/child/person.
– I call this “Watch the World Go By”. Sitting off to the side
Most people try to teach using positive reinforcement WHILE their dog is over aroused and don't find success, or get frustrated and try to scold or physically punish a dog, adding to the stress they already have. If you see these behaviors, think to yourself, “My dog can't handle this situation” and just move
and hanging out on a parkbench, far enough away that the dog sees distractions/triggers, but is not overexcited or overaroused by it. This is desensitization. Some people like to give a peanut butter Kong or high value chew. This is counter conditioning.
your dog further away. Distance is your friend. Exposure to the
5. Over time, as the dog becomes more desensitized to these
situation at a distance they can think clearly is the fastest way
triggers and you've moved closer, you can begin a training
to get the results you want, and then you can begin to move
game like Engage/Disengage: https://www.choosepositivedog-
closer, once they have the skills. Build on success, not fail-
training.com/.../The...
ures.
This is a process because you're teaching a dog's brain how
We don't put 16 year old new drivers on the busiest highway
to relearn how to handle the world. That means undoing the
at rush hour to learn to drive. We start on side streets, and
current experiences he has, and building new ones. In order to
build skills, number of cars and speed as they can handle it.
promote calmness, a dog must be actually calm. This is an
Treat your dog the same way!
emotion, NOT a behavior. Calmness is built over time, and
Your dog isn't giving you a hard time. Your dog is having a
always when the dog is already calm and under threshold.
hard time and needs your support and guidance, not your
And lastly, check out this culmination of MORE stuff you can
frustration.
do if your dog is highly stressed, reactive or overaroused:
WELL, WHAT DO I DO IF MY DOG DISPLAYS THESE
https://stacythetrainer.blogspot.com/.../stop-walking...
BEHAVIORS THEN? First, do not punish, leash correct or scold, or try to control your dog physically. This causes the dog to disengage from you even further. Just leave the situation. They clearly are struggling and need help.
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our next issues. Send us your photos as electronic files
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