Hi Everybody -
HAPPY NEW YEAR!!
We are excited about this year - 2008 - and have many things planned to celebrate our 10th anniversary. But we also want to hear from you regarding what you would like to see here at the training center this year. We are always interested in your comments and how we can serve you better. Drop us an email !! Stay tuned throughout the year, and again we thank all of you for your support and continuing your dog training here !
Annual Awards report
Please get your info to Lu Capra! She has received some from a few of you, but I know there is more of you out there! Anyone who has a dog(s) that has accomplished a title in 2007 should make a list with the following information per dog:owner's name, dog's name with prior titles, new titles earned in 2007. If the titles are from CPE or other registries (besides AKC and UKC), the owner should spell out what the initials mean. They can be from any dog affiliated association.This includes you folks that just got your Canine Good Citizen. Please send all the information to Lu Capra lcapra@earthlink.net Information should be emailed by January 15th, 2008 to be included on the listing.
Also, got an email from Lu today and she is coming along fine from her hip replacement. She says it is nice to not have any pain anymore, and is now doing exercises at home to strengthen the leg. She is looking forward to start training again, and she is hoping to start teaching again in April. We welcome her back and look forward to her speedy recovery!
Agility League 2008
Once again we will be having the agility league here. The first week of league will be the week of January 14, 2008 and league will end on Saturday, March 8th, 2008 (That's 8 weeks.) The league awards and banquet will be Saturday, March 15, 2008. It will be a potluck at 12:30 PM followed by the awards. This will mark 10 years that our training center has been operating, and you don't want to miss out on the special awards we have planned this year ! We have many teams already formed, and if you want to still get on a team, let me know. We are looking for some people to fill out the 3rd person on teams. Team players don't always "play the game" on the same night. Schedule will be set up so that if you are coming to a class already, the game will be played either before or after your class so you do not need to make a special trip. OR, you can NOT take a class & just come and play in the league! Cost will be $20 to play all 8 weeks of league. If you don't know anybody, but want to do league, just let me know & I will find a spot on a team for you. It is fun -- and it makes the winter fly! See the class schedule in this newsletter for days and times of league.
Beginning Obedience Class Starting
Tuesday, January 8, 2008
We still have 4 spots left for the beginning obedience class starting on Tuesday, January 8th at 7:30 PM for 6 weeks, 1 hour per week, for $75. If you are interested, let me know.
NEW! Dog Carting Workshop
Saturday, January 12, 2008
Come have some fun & join us on Saturday, January 12th at 11 AM This is open to all dogs, small or large, purebred or mixed. No prior experience necessary. Joy Cowles will offer her experience on carting and you will be able to bring your dog so that she can show how to get started in the sport. If you bring a dog, please bring a crate. We will have munchies. This workshop will include introduction to pulling a drag and side shafts. Information for acquiring equipment will be available. Dogs and handlers will be offered a chance to work individually with the available equipment. Joy Cowles has trained, competed, taught and judged in a variety of dog sports and with many dog clubs since before purchasing her first English Cocker Spaniel in 1970. She currently has two Novice Draft Dog titles on her Bernese Mountain Dogs and trains for carting tests, dog scootering, kicksledding and driving a mini sulky. Call or email to register. Cost is $10 for the workshop. Please RSVP to the training center by Wednesday, Jan 9th so we know how many handouts we will need. Walk ins still accepted.
Added class - Advanced Beginners/Intermediate Agility Class Starting
Saturday, January 19, 2008
We will be offering an advanced beginners/Intermedaite I agility class at 9:30 AM starting January 19th. Class will be $65 for 5 weeks, 1 hour per week. There are 3 spots available. If interested, please let me know.
Added class - Beginning UKC Agility Class Starting
Saturday, January 19, 2008
We will be offering a beginners class on UKC equipment for AG 1 starting Saturday January 19th at 11 AM. Class will be $65 for 5 weeks, 1 hour per week. Class is full at this time. If interested, let Jane know asap & you will be added to the waiting list... For more info on UKC (United Kennel Club) check out www.ukcdogs.com UKC is for purebred and mixed breed dogs.
Winter "Show & Go" 2008 Obedience Matches
We will be having obedience matches (both AKC & UKC) here at the training center. Dates are:
Sunday, January 27
Sunday, February 24
Sunday, March 16
Hours are 9 AM to 1 PM - $5 per entry. Registration is from 9 AM to 11 AM. Judging will start at 9:30 AM. There will be 2 rings going:- pre-novice and novice; and open and utility. Mild corrections will be permitted. No food will be available on site. If the weather looks bad, feel free to call to confirm that the match will be held - 1-877-276-6215
Season Pass at the Training Center
For those of you who like to come and train doing open floor, but do not like to watch the clock, we are offering a "season pass" for January, February, & March. For those 3 months, you can purchase the season pass for $150 which will allow you to come as often as you like, stay as long as you like, and not have to worry about a punch card. The season pass cannot be used towards class time or league time. Punch cards for $50 will still be available.
Televised AKC Events
Here is a brief listing of AKC televised events per their website. Airtimes are subject to change. Check your local listings for most current show times.
2008
AKC Eukanuba National Championship - EST on Animal Planet
Premiere Saturday, Feb 2 - 8 PM - 11 PM and 11 PM to 2 AM
Sunday, Feb 3 - noon to 3 PM
Thursday, Feb 7 - 8 PM - 11 PM and 11 PM to 2 AM
Saturday, Feb 9 - 4 PM to 7 PM
Sunday Feb 17 - 3 PM to 6 PM
Saturday Feb 23 - 8 PM to 11 PM and 11 PM to 2 AM
AKC Agility Invitational - EST on Animal Planet
Premiere - Sunday, Feb 10 - 8 PM
CLASS SCHEDULE
**NOTE** Even though it may say "class full" if you are interested in a certain class, let me know. Class sizes change. THANKS
CAUTION: Please be aware that the intersection coming off of US 131 is NOT being plowed this winter. You can either turn on to Shippy Rd or Hudson Rd to get access to Woodman Rd. If you need help with directions, please call or email me & I would be happy to help you with alternate directions. Sorry - the county has declared the intersection where the little bypass comes on to Woodman Road as a hazardous intersection (go figure). Anyway we are trying to work out a solution with the county's red tape. Thank you for your cooperation in this matter.
MONDAY
6:30 PM - Intermediate/Advanced Agility - Class Full
7:15 PM - LEAGUE - starts Jan 14th
7:30 PM - Advanced Agility - Class Full
TUESDAY
4 PM Competitive Novice Obedience - 1 spot available
5:15 PM Intermediate/Advanced Agility - Class Full
6 PM - LEAGUE - starts January 15
6:15 PM Intermediate/Advanced Agility - Class Full
7:30 PM Beginning Obedience - Class starts January 8th - 4 spots available
WEDNESDAY
4 PM Teacup Agility - Intermediate/Advanced - No classes at this time slot - call me.
7 PM Teacup Agility - Intermediate/Advanced - 2 spots available
7:45 PM LEAGUE (on teacup equipment) - starts January 16
THURSDAY
1:00 PM UKC - Advanced Agility - "Early Birds" (12:30 - set-up)
1:30 PM UKC - Advanced Agility Class Full
2:45 PM LEAGUE - starts January 17
3 PM Advanced Agility Class Full
4 PM Advanced Agility Class Full
4:45 PM LEAGUE - starts January 17
5 :15 PM Advanced Agility 2 spots available
6:30 PM Intermediate/Advanced Agility - 2 spots available
7:30 PM LEAGUE - starts January 17
FRIDAY
11 AM Advanced Beginners Agility - 2 spots available
SATURDAY
9:30 AM Advanced Beginners/Intermediate Agility - 3 spots available Class starts January 19th, 2008
11 AM UKC Agility - Beginners - Class Full Class starts January 19th, 2008
12:30 PM - LEAGUE - starts January 19th
**NOTE** Even though it may say "class full" if you are interested in a certain class, let me know. Class sizes change. THANKS.
Raw Dog Bones
I have available raw rib bones (beef) that are about 6" to 8" long.packaged 6 bones for $5. If you are interested, let me know. They are frozen.
Looking for someone....
I am looking for someone to put the newsletter on my website monthly and can make changes to the website. I am willing to barter or to pay. Changes are usually done once or twice a month. Let me know if you are interested.
Border Collie mix looking for a home
Jazz is an approximately 2 1/2 year old female, BC mix, found as a stray on 12/7/07.
She is now in a foster home and doing very well. She is affectionate towards adults, children and gets along well with other dogs. She is being treated for whip worms, has been spayed, is heartworm negative and her shots are up to date. She loves to play ball and frisbee and has a great deal of intensity and energy. She has learned to have an "off" switch for her energy when inside, and has excellent house manners. She has also learned how to walk "nice" on a leash. She loves to cuddle on the couch and to have her tummy rubbed. This little girl is a sweetheart and is looking for a forever home.
If you are interested in adopting this girl, please contact her foster "Mom" at
caseyc2424@yahoo.com
231-587-5101
That's it for now!
Jane McManus
Pine Meadows Dog Training Center
1-877-276-6215
"Agility will change the course of your life forever"
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