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Upcoming Events
| JUL 5 |
Come Fido Come! Recall Clinic |
| AUG 16 |
Come Fido Come! Recall Clinic |
| AUG 16 |
Dog Manners for Adolescent/Adult Dogs |
| AUG 16 |
More Than Manners |
| AUG 18 |
Dog Manners for Adolescent/Adult Dogs |
| AUG 18 |
Just for Fun |
| OCT 30 |
Barn Dance & Silent Auction |
| NOV 21 |
Sue Sternberg Seminar |
For more information contact:
Danielle Powell, Chair of Events
dpowell@banffdmc.com
July 5, 2009
Come Fido Come! Recall Clinic
No pre-requisite. A two-session clinic for anyone who needs tools to help improve their dog's ability to come when called. The first half hour will be an orientation with tips, ideas and effective recall strategies. The remaining two hours will be hands-on work with your dog to put those strategies to work.
The recall clinic will focus entirely on this one life-saving skill: We'll play name attention games, practise lots of recalls, you'll be introduced to how to teach a whistle recall (whistles will be available for sale if you don't already have one), and we will run the dogs in fun recall races. Class fee includes handout with helpful tips and written instructions. Class open to any dog- and people- friendly dog (puppies must be fully vaccinated to enroll).
This clinic is held over two sessions: 12.00 - 1.30 on Sunday July 5th, and 12.30 - 1.30 Sunday July 12th.
Cost: Regular fee $75.00, dogs adopted from the BVSPCA $65.00
Download the registration form (Word Doc).
Registration is required and class size is limited to eight dogs. Minimum class size is 5 dogs. If three days prior to start date the minimum registration requirement has not been met, the registered participants will be notified and given one of two options: a) the registered dog/handler team will be given the option to take part in the next available class, starting at a later date, and when the minimum registration requirement for that class has been met. b) the full registration fee will be reimbursed and the registration will be withdrawn. Registration forms are also available at the Carla Cumming Sojonky Adoption Centre.
For more information contact:
Annette Young
Instructor
Tel: 403 762-2355
Email: youannette@gmail.com
August 16, 2009
Come Fido Come! Recall Clinic
No pre-requisite. A two-session clinic for anyone who needs tools to help improve their dog's ability to come when called. The first half hour will be an orientation with tips, ideas and effective recall strategies. The remaining two hours will be hands-on work with your dog to put those strategies to work.
The recall clinic will focus entirely on this one life-saving skill: We'll play name attention games, practise lots of recalls, you'll be introduced to how to teach a whistle recall (whistles will be available for sale if you don't already have one), and we will run the dogs in fun recall races. Class fee includes handout with helpful tips and written instructions. Class open to any dog- and people- friendly dog (puppies must be fully vaccinated to enroll).
This clinic is held over two sessions: 3: to 4:30 PM on Sunday August 16, and 3:00 to 4:00 PM Sunday August. 23.
Cost: Regular fee $75.00, dogs adopted from the BVSPCA $65.00
Download the registration form (Word Doc).
Registration is required and class size is limited to eight dogs. Minimum class size is 5 dogs. If three days prior to start date the minimum registration requirement has not been met, the registered participants will be notified and given one of two options: a) the registered dog/handler team will be given the option to take part in the next available class, starting at a later date, and when the minimum registration requirement for that class has been met. b) the full registration fee will be reimbursed and the registration will be withdrawn. Registration forms are also available at the Carla Cumming Sojonky Adoption Centre.
For more information contact:
Annette Young
Instructor
Tel: 403 762-2355
Email: youannette@gmail.com
August 16, 2009
Dog Manners for Adolescent/Adult Dogs
Bow Valley SPCA and Annette Young
A dog friendly class that will strengthen owner and dog relationship; for the "teenage" or adult dog who could benefit from some basic and manners training: attention to owner, impulse control, turning away from distractions in the environment, leash manners and greeting people. View a video demo.- Six One hour classes
- Whole family can participate
- Use positive reinforcement
- Build a great relationship with your dog
Sunday classes from 12:30 to 1:30 PM
Standard Price: $165
Dogs Adopted from the Bow Valley SPCA: $140
Location: Carla Cumming Sojonky Adoption Centre
123 Bow Meadows Crescent Phone: 609-2022 or 762-2355
Download the registration form (Word Doc).
Registration is required and class size is limited to eight dogs. Minimum class size is 5 dogs. If three days prior to start date the minimum registration requirement has not been met, the registered participants will be notified and given one of two options: a) the registered dog/handler team will be given the option to take part in the next available class, starting at a later date, and when the minimum registration requirement for that class has been met. b) the full registration fee will be reimbursed and the registration will be withdrawn. Registration forms are also available at the Carla Cumming Sojonky Adoption Centre.
For more information contact:
Annette Young
Instructor
Tel: 403 762-2355
Email: youannette@gmail.com
August 16, 2009
More Than Manners
Bow Valley SPCA and Annette Young
A 6 week "level 2 Dog Manners" class for anyone who has completed a DM class. Class content will focus on solidifying the skills learned in Dog Manners to be reliable around more difficult distractions. Attention with distractions, leash walking with distractions and longer duration place exercises. We'll introduce Formal Heel position and how to start the ABCs of heeling. View a video demo.Sunday classes from 1:45 to 2:45 PM
Standard Price: $165
Dogs Adopted from the Bow Valley SPCA: $140
Location: Carla Cumming Sojonky Adoption Centre
123 Bow Meadows Crescent Phone: 609-2022 or 762-2355
Download the registration form (Word Doc).
Registration is required and class size is limited to eight dogs. Minimum class size is 5 dogs. If three days prior to start date the minimum registration requirement has not been met, the registered participants will be notified and given one of two options: a) the registered dog/handler team will be given the option to take part in the next available class, starting at a later date, and when the minimum registration requirement for that class has been met. b) the full registration fee will be reimbursed and the registration will be withdrawn. Registration forms are also available at the Carla Cumming Sojonky Adoption Centre.
For more information contact:
Annette Young
Instructor
Tel: 403 762-2355
Email: youannette@gmail.com
August 18, 2009
Dog Manners for Adolescent/Adult Dogs
Bow Valley SPCA and Annette Young
A dog friendly class that will strengthen owner and dog relationship; for the "teenage" or adult dog who could benefit from some basic and manners training: attention to owner, impulse control, turning away from distractions in the environment, leash manners and greeting people.- Six One hour classes
- Whole family can participate
- Use positive reinforcement
- Build a great relationship with your dog
Tuesday classes from 7:30 to 8:30 PM
Standard Price: $165
Dogs Adopted from the Bow Valley SPCA: $140
Location: Carla Cumming Sojonky Adoption Centre
123 Bow Meadows Crescent Phone: 609-2022 or 762-2355
Download the registration form (Word Doc).
Registration is required and class size is limited to eight dogs. Minimum class size is 5 dogs. If three days prior to start date the minimum registration requirement has not been met, the registered participants will be notified and given one of two options: a) the registered dog/handler team will be given the option to take part in the next available class, starting at a later date, and when the minimum registration requirement for that class has been met. b) the full registration fee will be reimbursed and the registration will be withdrawn. Registration forms are also available at the Carla Cumming Sojonky Adoption Centre.
For more information contact:
Annette Young
Instructor
Tel: 403 762-2355
Email: youannette@gmail.com
August 18, 2009
Just for Fun
Bow Valley SPCA and Annette Young
No prerequisite but dogs must be fully vaccinated dogs over 6 months.Tuesday classes start August 18 6:15 PM to 7:15 PM
Standard Price: $110
Dogs Adopted from the Bow Valley SPCA: $95
Location: Carla Cumming Sojonky Adoption Centre
123 Bow Meadows Crescent Phone: 609-2022 or 762-2355
Download the registration form (Word Doc).
Registration is required and class size is limited to eight dogs. Minimum class size is 5 dogs. If three days prior to start date the minimum registration requirement has not been met, the registered participants will be notified and given one of two options: a) the registered dog/handler team will be given the option to take part in the next available class, starting at a later date, and when the minimum registration requirement for that class has been met. b) the full registration fee will be reimbursed and the registration will be withdrawn. Registration forms are also available at the Carla Cumming Sojonky Adoption Centre.
For more information contact:
Annette Young
Instructor
Tel: 403 762-2355
Email: youannette@gmail.com
October 30, 2009
Barn Dance & Silent Auction
Postponed until October 30!!!
Hold the date for the Annual Barn Dance & Silent Auction. Tickets will be available at: Carla Cumming Sojonky Adoption Centre, Bow River Vet Centre, and Canmore Vet Hospital. Tickets can also be picked up at Mut Hut located at 101-1001 6th Street in Canmore or Veronica's at 114 Eagle Crescent in Banff.
CRONIC a well known local band will be providing the entertainment.
Download your "Virtual Payment and Tickets" Fill out the downloaded form and either email or fax it to us and we will send you your ticket by email.
For more information contact:
Danielle Powell
Events Coordinator
Tel: 403 760 1904
Email: dpowell@banffdmc.com
November 21, 2009
Sue Sternberg Seminar
BOW VALLEY SPCA is proud to present: Sue Sternberg, in Canmore, Alberta November 21 & 22, 2009.
Wed like to extend a warm invitation to attend this rare opportunity for quality and leading education. If you are a Dog Trainer, Training Assistant, Shelter Worker, Animal Rescue Agency, Veterinary or just have a keen desire to understand dogs better you dont want to miss this seminar!
Please register early - space is limited. Download the registration form
Sue Sternberg is founder and owner of Rondout Valley Animals for Adoption, a small, open admission animal shelter which serves both the local (upstate New York) community as well as operating national programs that are dedicated to helping shelters ensure safe and lasting dog adoptions. This is achieved through behavioral and temperament assessments, quality of life for dogs in shelters, and to encourage innovative and proactive community outreach programs.
Sue has over 25 years of dog behavior experience, including as a dog control officer, kennel technician and animal care technician at various shelters, dog trainer and behavior counselor, a dog training instructor and temperament evaluator at the ASPCA, a boarding kennel owner, veterinary assistant, is a successful competitor in a variety of dog sports, and a teacher of dog trainers. Rondout Valley Animals for Adoption is featured in an HBO documentary called Shelter Dogs, which aired in January of 2004. She is the author of Successful Dog Adoption (Howell Book House, www.amazon.com) and most recently published the Assess-A-Pet Manual (www.greatdogproductions.com). Sue has four dogs, one from a shelter in Oklahoma, one from a shelter in Virginia, one from NYC animal control, and one from a cattle ranch in Utah.
SEMINAR DETAILS
LOCATION:
Chateau Canmore
1718 Bow Valley Trail, Canmore
Phone: 1 403 678 6699
Toll Free: 1 800 261-8551
www.chateaucanmore.com
To make a reservation please call and mention the BVSPCA for special rates.
Please note this is a pet friendly hotel, however pets are not invited to the actual seminar.
ITINERARY
Day 1 - Saturday November 21
08:00 - Breakfast
09:30 - Ethogram
10:30 Break
10:45 Ethogram continues
12:30 Break for Lunch
13:30 Dog to Dog Behaviour
15:30 Break
15:45 - Multiple Dog Households
17:30 Session End
Day 2 - Sunday November 22
08:00 - Breakfast
09:30 Bite-O-Meter
10:30 Break
10:45 Bite-O-Meter continues
12:30 Break for Lunch
13:30 Assess A Pet
15:30 Break
15:45 Deadly Puppies, Deadly Dogs
17:30 Session End
SEMINAR TOPICS BY SUE STERNBERG
Bite-O-Meteror
How to Tell a Dog is Going to Bite You Before He Bites You (2--4 hours, video and/or shelter dog demo) This workshop details all the subtle behaviors of aggression, helping people better read dogs and avoid a bite. Long before a dog growls, snarls or bites, he shows many, many behaviors warning of the aggression.
Assess-A-Pet -- An overview of the Assess-A-Pet temperament test. Recommend Bite-O-Meter as pre-requisite. (2--4 hours, video and/or shelter dog demo) This workshop will introduce all the mechanics and procedures of the Assess-A-Pet temperament test. Adopter expectations, better matchmaking, problem behaviors will be covered.
Deadly Puppies, Deadly Dogs--A look at puppy behavior and temperament. Are puppies born clean slates? Are aggressive dogs born, made or both? What is normal puppy mouthing, what is aggressive mouthing? (2--4 hours long, video or shelter dog demo)
An Ethogram of the Shelter Dog
This workshop uses extensive video archives of dog behavior footage taken during Assess-A-Pet, and catalogs all the responses and common behavior patterns. This workshop is the basis for anyone who evaluates behavior and temperament in dogs, whether at the shelter or in private training consultations. Behaviors are broken down into small units, and multiple examples of each behavior are given, both in normal speed and in slow motion. Learning to read these subtle and small behaviors are the key to truly understanding and being able to observe dogs. (half day or full day workshop, works well as intro to Assess-A-Pet or Deadly Puppies, or Dog-Dog Behavior topics)
Multiple Dog Households
This workshop concentrates on dog-dog interactions and behaviors as it pertains to owners with more than one dog. Special considerations need to be taken for owners with more than one dog, or owners considering adding another dog to their household. Very often, dogs with difficulties interacting appropriately with other strange dogs are the youngest or newest members of multi-dog households. What might the reason for this be? In this workshop we will be detailing healthy dog-dog interactions, healthy play, risky interactions and risky play, common problems associated with having more than one dog, as well as solutions for treating these problems. (2-4 hours, video footage and/or live dog demos with owned dogs with problems or shelter dogs)
For more information contact:
Danielle Powell
Events Coordinator
Tel: 403 760 1904
Email: danielle@banffdmc.com