August 31, 2010

Coins for Cats & K-9\'s


Donate your loose change to the Bow Valley SPCA. 


You can drop off your coins between 12:00 and 4:00 PM Wednesday through Sunday at the Carla Cumming Sojonky Adoption Centre located at 123 Bow Meadows Crescent in Canmore.

Help us help the abandoned dogs and cats of the Bow Valley.

For more information contact:
Joseph Potts
Communications
Tel: 403 609-2022
Email: communications@bowvalleyspca.org

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August 21, 2010

International Homeless Animal Day


Organizations around the world come together on the third Saturday of August each year to raise awareness about the pet overpopulation epidemic and its simple solution – spay/neuter.

The Bow Valley SPCA spays and neuters all dogs and cats that are under its care and protection, as well as providing low cost spay/neuter options for residents of the Bow Valley.

Local businesses are being asked to contribute a portion of their proceeds on August 21 to the Bow Valley SPCA to support the the care of dogs and cats that have been abandoned and educate residents about the importance of spay/neuter in preventing overpopulation

For more information contact:
Kathy Robineau
Events Co-Chair
Tel: 403 763-8546
Email: events@bowvalleyspca.org

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August 19, 2010

Dog Manners for Adolescent/Adult Dogs


Bow Valley SPCA and Annette Young

A dog friendly class that will strengthen owner and dog relationship; attention to owner, impulse control, turning away from distractions in the environment. View  a video demo.
  • Six One hour classes
  • Whole family can participate
  • Use positive reinforcement
  • Build a great relationship with your dog

Thursday classes start August 19  7:30 to 8:30 PM 

Standard Price: $175
Dogs Adopted from the Bow Valley SPCA: $150

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

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August 15, 2010

Kokoro Body Care For Dogs


Where: Bow Valley SPCA

When: Sunday, August 15, 2010

Time: 1:00 PM until 5:00 PM

Cost: $50 per dog/handler team.  Half of all proceeds are to be donated back to the Bow Valley SPCA.  Please pre-register with the Nancy Johansen at 403-861-1052.

Teacher: Tawni McBee.  Canine professional since 1997.  AKC Certified to administer the Canine Good Citizen Test. Professional member and on the Board of Directors of the International Assoc. of Canine Professionals holding two certifications with this organization. She is a master level Reiki practitioner with training in Kinaesthetics, Massage and T-Touch along with a variety of behavior modification and training techniques for dogs. Tawni is involved with the Arizona Animal Rescue & Sanctuary, the Saguaro State Poodle Rescue and too many more to mention!

Bring your well-behaved, non-aggressive dog to this class and learn how to help your canine companion using simple techniques.  Benefits of massage include not only improvement of body tone and pain relief for your pet but a wonderful way to strengthen the human/animal bond!

For more information contact:
Nancy Johansen

Tel: 403 861-1052
Email: nancyjohansen@shaw.ca

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August 10, 2010

Dog Manners for
Adolescent/Adult Dogs


Bow Valley SPCA and Annette Young

A dog friendly class that will strengthen owner and dog relationship: attention to owner, impulse control, turning away from distractions in the environment. View  a video demo.
  • Six One hour classes
  • Whole family can participate
  • Use positive reinforcement
  • Build a great relationship with your dog

Tuesday classes start August 10  7:30 to 8:30 PM
Standard Price: $175
Dogs Adopted from the Bow Valley SPCA: $150

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

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July 27, 2010

Open Paws Training Levels 3 & 4


Training for Open Paws Levels 3 and 4 are required to complete the Open Paws training program.  Satisfactory completion means that a volunteer may work with most of the dogs and cats at the centre.

Even for people who have had dogs or cats as pets for years, this training is valuable because it provides insights in the proper ways to manage pets.

To attend a training session, please RSVP to Wanda Bogdane with the date and training level(s) of interest.

For more information contact:
Wanda Bogdane
Behaviour Training Coordinator
Tel: 403 609-2022
Email: behaviour@bowvalleyspca.org

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July 1, 2010

Canada Day Parade


The Bow Valley SPCA will be participating in the Canada Day Parade in Canmore, Alberta.  If you have a dog or other pet that would enjoy a walk through downtown Canmore, please join us.Laure

For more information contact:
Lauren Laming

Tel:
Email: laurenlaming@hotmail.com

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June 21, 2010

Open Paws Training Levels 1 & 2


Orientation of new volunteers (about 45 minutes, including a tour of the facility) will be followed by Level 1 and 2 Open Paw Training (about 90 minutes).  Orientation starts at 6:30 PM at the Carla Cumming Sojonky Adoption Centre.

There are four levels of Open Paw training and the schedule for Levels 3 and 4 are also presented on the schedule of events on this web site.

To attend a training session, please RSVP to Wanda Bogdane with the date and training level(s) of interest.

For more information contact:
Wanda Bogdane
Behaviour Training Coordinator
Tel: 403 609-2022
Email: behaviour@bowvalleyspca.org

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June 21, 2010

Volunteer Orientation


The monthly volunteer orientation session starts at 6:30 at the Carla Cumming Sojonky Adoption Centre located at 123 Bow Valley Crescent , in Canmore.

The session starts at 6:30 in the Board Room,  lasts about 45 minutes to one hour, and includes a tour of the facility.

Levels 1 and 2 Open Paws training follows immediately after the orientation for volunteers wishing to work directly with the dogs and cats at the Centre.

For more information contact:
Sarah Kennedy
Volunteer Coordinator
Tel: 403 609-2022
Email: volunteers@bowvalleyspca.org

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June 1, 2010

More Than Manners


Bow Valley SPCA and Annette Young

A level 2 "Dog Manners" class. Relaxation and Focus, leash manners with distractions, and working toward off-leash reliability: a dog who chooses to stay with you. (Six Week Course)  View a video demo.

Tuesday evening classes start May 18  6:15 to 7:15 PM 

Standard Price: $175
Dogs Adopted from the Bow Valley SPCA: $150

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

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June 1, 2010

Open Paws Training Levels 3 & 4


Training for Open Paws Levels 3 and 4 are required to complete the Open Paws training program.  Satisfactory completion means that a volunteer may work with most of the dogs and cats at the centre.

Even for people who have had dogs or cats as pets for years, this training is valuable because it provides insights in the proper ways to manage pets.

To attend a training session, please RSVP to Wanda Bogdane with the date and training level(s) of interest.

For more information contact:
Wanda Bogdane
Behaviour Training Coordinator
Tel: 403 609-2022
Email: behaviour@bowvalleyspca.org

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May 17, 2010

Volunteer Orientation


The monthly volunteer orientation session starts at 6:30 at the Carla Cumming Sojonky Adoption Centre located at 123 Bow Valley Crescent , in Canmore.

The session starts at 6:30 in the Board Room,  lasts about 45 minutes to one hour, and includes a tour of the facility.

Levels 1 and 2 Open Paws training follows immediately after the orientation for volunteers wishing to work directly with the dogs and cats at the Centre.

For more information contact:
Sarah Kennedy
Volunteer Coordinator
Tel: 403 609-2022
Email: volunteers@bowvalleyspca.org

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May 17, 2010

Open Paws Training Levels 1 & 2


Orientation of new volunteers (about 45 minutes, including a tour of the facility) will be followed by Level 1 and 2 Open Paw Training (about 90 minutes).  Orientation starts at 6:30 PM at the Carla Cumming Sojonky Adoption Centre.

There are four levels of Open Paw training and the schedule for Levels 3 and 4 are also presented on the schedule of events on this web site.

To attend a training session, please RSVP to Wanda Bogdane with the date and training level(s) of interest.

For more information contact:
Wanda Bogdane
Behaviour Training Coordinator
Tel: 403 609-2022
Email: behaviour@bowvalleyspca.org

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May 11, 2010

Open Paws Training Levels 3 & 4


Training for Open Paws Levels 3 and 4 are required to complete the Open Paws training program.  Satisfactory completion means that a volunteer may work with most of the dogs and cats at the centre.

Even for people who have had dogs or cats as pets for years, this training is valuable because it provides insights in the proper ways to manage pets.

To attend a training session, please RSVP to Wanda Bogdane with the date and training level(s) of interest.

For more information contact:
Wanda Bogdane
Behaviour Training Coordinator
Tel: 403 609-2022
Email: behaviour@bowvalleyspca.org

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April 27, 2010

Open Paws Training Levels 3 & 4


Training for Open Paws Levels 3 and 4 are required to complete the Open Paws training program.  Satisfactory completion means that a volunteer may work with most of the dogs and cats at the centre.

Even for people who have had dogs or cats as pets for years, this training is valuable because it provides insights in the proper ways to manage pets.

For more information contact:
Wanda Bogdane
Behaviour Training Coordinator
Tel: 403 609-2022
Email: behaviour@bowvalleyspca.org

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April 8, 2010

Kids Spring Day Camp


Kids Spring Day Camp

  • $40.00 per child per day (Ages 6 -12)
  • Camp Registration is for either April 6 OR April 8
  • Camp fee includes all materials and activities.
  • Some Activities will include: Education on Safe Animal Handling, Guest Speakers, Videos, Outdoor Games (Weather Permitting), History and Tour of the Centre, Safe Interaction with Cats/Dogs, etc, etc.
  • Lunch will not be provided, please bring a sack lunch.
  • Contact Kathy Robineau at 403-763-8546 or kathyrobineau@yahoo.ca to register or for more details

For more information contact:
Kathy Robineau
Events Coordinator
Tel: 403 763-8546
Email: events@bowvalleyspca.org

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April 6, 2010

Kids Spring Day Camp


Kids Spring Day Camp

  • $40.00 per child per day (Ages 6 -12)
  • Camp Registration is for either April 6 OR April 8
  • Camp fee includes all materials and activities.
  • Some Activities will include: Education on Safe Animal Handling, Guest Speakers, Videos, Outdoor Games (Weather Permitting), History and Tour of the Centre, Safe Interaction with Cats/Dogs, etc, etc.
  • Lunch will not be provided, please bring a sack lunch.
  • Contact Kathy Robineau at 403-763-8546 or kathyrobineau@yahoo.ca to register or for more details

For more information contact:
Kathy Robineau
Events Coordinator
Tel: 403 763-8546
Email: events@bowvalleyspca.org

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March 15, 2010

Open Paws Training Levels 1 & 2


Orientation of new volunteers (about 45 minutes, including a tour of the facility) will be followed by Level 1 and 2 Open Paw Training (about 90 minutes).  Orientation starts at 6:30 PM at the Carla Cumming Sojonky Adoption Centre.

There are four levels of Open Paw training and the schedule for Levels 3 and 4 are also presented on the schedule of events on this web site.

For more information contact:
Wanda Bogdane
Behaviour Training Coordinator
Tel: 403 609-2022
Email: behaviour@bowvalleyspca.org

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December 6, 2009

Pet Photos With Santa


Pet Photos with Santa

Ho, ho, ho! Santa is back again visiting all the animals Bow Valley SPCA at the Carla Cumming Sojonky Adoption Centre and has made some special time for photo ops with your furry family member.

Join us on December 5 and 6 from 12 - 4 pm at the Carla Cumming Sojonky Adoption Centre at 123 Bow Meadows Crescent for your 2008 Pet Photos with Santa!

Photos are $15 each, and will be printed all onsite for immediate delivery. A portion of all proceeds will go to support the BVSPCA.  Photography services are proudly provided by Banff Photography.

Photo Gifts available online! Create the perfect Christmas Gift from your pets photograph using Banff Photography’s online Photo Gift Service.

Pet-i-cures are available after your
pet poses with Santa $15.

For more information contact:
Danielle Powell
Chair of Events
Tel: 403 609-2022
Email: info@bowvalleyspca.org

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December 5, 2009

Pet Photos With Santa


Pet Photos with Santa

Ho, ho, ho! Santa is back again visiting all the animals Bow Valley SPCA at the Carla Cumming Sojonky Adoption Centre and has made some special time for photo ops with your furry family member.

Join us on December 5 and 6 from 12 - 4 pm at the Carla Cumming Sojonky Adoption Centre at 123 Bow Meadows Crescent for your 2008 Pet Photos with Santa!

Photos are $15 each, and will be printed all onsite for immediate delivery. A portion of all proceeds will go to support the BVSPCA.  Photography services are proudly provided by Banff Photography.

Photo Gifts available online! Create the perfect Christmas Gift from your pets photograph using Banff Photography’s online Photo Gift Service.

Pet-i-cures are available after your
pet poses with Santa $15.

For more information contact:
Danielle Powell
Chair of Events
Tel: 403 609-2022
Email: info@bowvalleyspca.org

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November 30, 2009

Rocky Mountain Flatbread Company Non For Profit Mondays Dinner


The Rocky Mountain Faltbread Company is donating 15% of their total dinner sales, including take away orders, on November 30th to the Bow Valley SPCA.

The food is great and in addition to an excellent meal, you will be supporting a charitable society that provides for the care and feeding of orphaned and abandoned cats and dogs in the Bow Valley.

Come out and join us in sharing some pizza for pets!

For more information contact:
Danielle Powell
Events Coordinator
Tel: 403 760-1904
Email: dpowell@banffdmc.com

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November 21, 2009

Sue Sternberg Seminar


BOW VALLEY SPCA is proud to present: Sue Sternberg, in Canmore, Alberta November 21 & 22, 2009. 

We’d 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 don’t 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

info@chateaucanmore.com

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-Meter—or 

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

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October 14, 2009

Just for Fun


Bow Valley SPCA and Annette Young

No prerequisite but dogs must be fully vaccinated dogs over 6 months.  
A training class for anyone who wants to do something more with their dogs but just don't quite know what. 

Can your dog already sit, down and walk pretty nicely on leash? Want to train but don't want to work on obedience skills?  

Watch a video demo of the kinds of skills your dog will learn.

4 week class- focusing on having fun through teaching tricks and games, body awareness and making discoveries about how your dog learns and how to be the best teacher for your dog.View video of demonstration.

Tuesday classes start October 1:45 PM to 2:45 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

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August 25, 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

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August 23, 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

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August 23, 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

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August 23, 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: 3:00 - 4:30 on Sunday August 23, and 3:00 - 4:00 Sunday August 30.

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

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July 2, 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 start date TBA (Contact Annette Young to indicate your interest.)

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

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June 14, 2009

Continuing Education for Volunteers


Sunday June 14th (start time 1pm at the Blackstone)

"Dog Aggression - Biting" Dr. Ian Dunbar (90 mins)

In this video, Dr. Ian Dunbar addresses the most worrying behaviour problem any dog owner can face - dogs that bite. Dealing effectively with canine aggression necessitates a comprehensive understanding of its underlying causes. In his characteristically entertaining and enlightening style, Dr. Dunbar offers a thoughtful analysis of why dogs bite, outlining a variety of common-sense preventative measures and practical remedial training techniques.

Topics include : The relative influence of nature (genetics) and nurture (learning) on the development of canine aggression. An in-depth review of the many situations that may provoke a dog to bite. How to recognize warning signs and how to defuse potential triggers. A comprehensive classification of dog bites on the basis of severity and owner's responsibility. A detailed program of simple and effective behaviour modification and temperament training techniques to prevent dog bites.

For more information contact:
Bev Cavanagh
Volunteer Coordinator
Tel: 403 675-0256
Email: bevcavanagh@hotmail.com

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May 24, 2009

Continuing Education for Volunteers


Sunday May 24th (start time 1pm at the Blackstone)

"Calming Signals : What Your Dog Tells You"  Turid Rugaas (48 mins)

Dogs "talk" to one another and to humans who learn how to read canine posture, facial expressions and movement.  They use specific signals in stressful situations they encounter with other dogs - and humans.  Learn what your dog is communicating with this innovating DVD from Norwegian dog trainer, Turid Rugaas.

Watch as master animal trainer and behaviourist, Turid Rugaas, shows dog-to-dog interactions highlighting how they resolve conflict without fighting.  You will learn how dogs communicate with one another and how to use many of the same signals in your interactions with dogs.

"Socialization and Bite Inhibition in Cats & Dogs"  Dr. Ian Dunbar (1 hr)

Socialization with people is the second most important quality in any animal.  Bite inhibition is all important. 

For more information contact:
Bev Cavanagh
Volunteer Coordinator
Tel: 403 675-0256
Email: bevcavanagh@hotmail.com

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May 12, 2009

Just For Fun


Bow Valley SPCA and Annette Young

No prerequisite but dogs must be fully vaccinated dogs over 6 months.  

A training class for anyone who wants to do something more with their dogs but just don't quite know what. 

Can your dog already sit, down and walk pretty nicely on leash? Want to train but don't want to work on obedience skills? 

4 week class- focusing on having fun through teaching tricks and games, body awareness and making discoveries about how your dog learns and how to be the best teacher for your dog. View video of demonstration.

Tuesday classes start May 12 through June 2  7:30 PM-8:30 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

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