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1 Canine Courier LIONS FOUNDATION OF CANADA DOG GUIDES NOVEMBER 2011 A Few Kibbles From... Gloria Peckham, Head Trainer, Seizure Response Dog Guides Ask Dr. Dawg How do I house train my new puppy? Upcoming Events Pet Pictures with St. Nick ALSO INSIDE: Congrats Grads Dog Guide Wish List PJ's Pets and Pets Unlimited A Time of Giving Nursery News Answer the Fido Casting Call and Help Provide Dog Guides! Fido has teamed up with Dog Guides for the Fido Casting Call program. Until November 17 th, dog owners and dog lovers are encouraged to vote for their favourite dog at fidocastingcall.ca. For every vote, Fido is donating $1 to Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides, up to a maximum of $200,000. Fido hosted live Casting Calls in several major cities across the country. More than 1,500 dogs and their owners came out for the professional photo shoot and Dog Guides staff were there to talk about how Dog Guides help Canadians with disabilities. The social media campaign has received a fantastic response so far. Check out the results (as of October 23, 2011): Number of pageviews: Approximately 5 million in both English and French Number of submissions: 14,867 Media Coverage: 67 outlets and 10 million impressions Live events: 1,560 dogs and 15,000 impressions in 6 cities Although the live Casting Calls are over, entries can still be made online. To learn how to submit a picture of your pooch, visit fidocastingcall.ca Thank you to Fido for their terrific support of the Dog Guide programs!

2 CANINE COURIER NEWSLETTER NOVEMBER In the Kitchen with Bev & Jasper The kitchen can be a dangerous place; sharp knives, boiling liquids, and hot elements. Now imagine trying to maneuver through dinner preparation without the use of your eyes. For those who are blind or visually impaired, the traditional approach to cooking simply does not work. Canine Vision graduate Bev has championed her culinary skills both sighted and blind. Her experience in the kitchen began at the ripe age of six when her mother gave her an ultimatum: learn to cook or learn to clean. Her choice to make the mess rather than clean it up has definitely paid off as Bev has hosted and prepared countless Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners since losing her vision. Bev lost her vision in stages; first losing sight in her left eye at the age of 17, and then the right eye in her early thirties. Part of my life has been spent with full vision, part of my life with partial vision, and the bulk of my life in darkness, says Bev. Despite her blindness, Bev found other ways to accommodate in the kitchen. Obviously senses come into play while cooking, it takes time to tap into what your senses are telling you, but it s worth the Bev and her Canine Vision Dog Guide, Jasper study, explains Bev. I am fortunate to have several audio aids that are beneficial, like my talking timer and weigh scale, but for the most part my best tools are my fingers, she says. Regular lard pastry for a double crust pie 8-9 medium golden delicious apples (or other good pie apples), peeled and cut in chunks 2 tbsp all-purpose flour 1/4 cup brown sugar 1/4 cup white granulated sugar 1 tsp cinnamon 1/8 tsp cloves 1/8 tsp salt 1-2 tbsp cold unsalted butter cut in small pieces Jasper, Bev s Canine Vision Dog Guide, is the one tool that she cannot do without. He acts as her eyes when they are out in busy environments, like the grocery store. Jasper provides me the luxury to leave the house whenever I wish, this is not only good for physical activity but it also promotes good mental health. While walking Jasper, I can collect my thoughts and reflect on daily pressures, shares Bev. The ways in which Jasper assists are not new to Bev; she is a four-time graduate of the Canine Vision Dog Guide program. She received her first Dog Guide in 1989 and has returned to Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides for a new Dog Guide when the time came to retire each dog. The Lions Foundation has never let me down, not once. When I was a first time handler they were patient and conscious of my inexperience; they provided me with a dog that matched my abilities and my life. Now as a seasoned handler they have continued to provide the right dog for each stage of my life, explains Bev. Bev s Apple Pie Bake times: 425 F for 15 minutes and then 350 F for minutes. May need foil on edges of crust to prevent over browning. Yield: 9 or 10-inch double crust pie 1. Fit dough to pan; chill. 2. Mix flour, sugars, cinnamon, cloves, salt and sprinkle 2 tbsp of this mixture on bottom of pastry. 3. Add apples, sprinkle on remaining flour mixture and scatter on butter pieces. 4. Fit top pastry and cut steam vents; brush with egg wash if desired and coarse sugar. 5. Bake in lower third of oven with a drip pan below it. 6. Cool on a rack out of reach of Labrador Retrievers.

3 CANINE COURIER NEWSLETTER NOVEMBER l'm thankful... Just before Thanksgiving, Lions Foundation of Canada asked our Facebook group members what they were most thankful for. Here is what they had to say St. Nick's Pet Pics Nigel Special Skills graduate I am thankful that my Special Skills Dog Guide will always be there to help me, whether it is picking up a dropped item, opening and closing doors, or alerting others if my chair ever gets stuck. Essentially, she is there to pick up the pieces that have fallen, bringing me into a place of hope. Judy Seizure Response graduate I am most thankful for my Seizure Response Dog Guide, Veto. He gives me freedom, keeps me safe, gives me independence, and gives me the ability to go outside by myself. I am so thankful to LFC for making this happen for me. Dena Hearing Ear graduate I am most thankful for my Hearing Ear Dog Guide Leo and all the work that Tracy, Rhonda, and everyone else put into him and us becoming a team. I am not scared anymore to be alone at home because he has alerted me to the fire alarm and that was my biggest fear before I received him. Thank you Lions Foundation of Canada! Allison mother of AAD graduates Alec and Esme I'm thankful for all the hard work the foster family, trainers and staff put into raising, training, and managing the dogs. We're thankful for our Esme and the huge impact she has made in Alec's life. Ingrid mother of AAD graduates Kaitlyn and Catch We are most thankful for the extra calming factor Catch brings to my daughter who has autism. LFC, you give us all such gifts when we receive our dogs. Why not host Pet Pictures with St. Nick?" Several stores and vets hold a special day in November or December for the public to take pictures of their pets with St. Nick and donate proceeds to Dog Guides. It is terrific awareness and fun for everyone! Residents can find out if their pet (cat or dog) has been naughty or nice as Santa is set to pay a special visit to PawsWay Pet Discovery Centre on the following dates in Toronto (245 Queens Quay West): November 26-27, 12p.m.-4p.m. December 3-4, 12p.m.-4p.m. December 10-11, 12p.m.-4p.m. December 17-18, 12p.m.-4p.m. Pictures cost $10, with $2 from each photo going towards Dog Guides. Oakville Place (240 Leighland Ave.) will also be hosting Pet Pics with St. Nick on November 28 th from 6-9 p.m. as well as December 5 th, 12 th, and 19 th from 6-9 p.m.

4 Congratulations Graduates CANINE COURIER NEWSLETTER NOVEMBER Special Skills Dog Guides Location Sponsor Fred and Tiger Kenora, ON Kinmount and District Lions Club, ON Patricia and Sally Medicine Hat, AB Edmonton Chinese Lions Club, AB William and Angus Toronto, ON PJ s Pets, ON Hearing Ear Dog Guides Location Sponsor Jessica and Cosmo London, ON Mahone Bay Area Lions Club, NS Lisa and Hilton St. Catharines, ON Freedom 55 Financial, ON Sissy and Nickel Toronto, ON PJ s Pets, ON Ask Dr. Dawg How do I house train my new puppy? FUTURE DOG GUIDES GETTING BUSY, BUSY House training is one of the first areas of training for every puppy. Some take to it very quickly, while others may take a bit longer. Puppies will not usually mess in their sleeping area, however their bladder control is limited so be sure to provide outside breaks frequently. By watching your new pup carefully you will learn to read the signs. Knowing what your puppy does to communicate that it has to relieve itself will help both of you become successful in avoiding accidents. We eventually want the puppy to relieve on command; this is very useful for the client when they are working with their new Dog Guide. We use the command busy, busy. While teaching, you want to say "busy, busy" when the puppy is actually relieving itself, but not before. With repetition and lots of praise it will become a reflex command so the puppy knows what you want him to do. Be proactive about your house training, get your puppy outside often! Puppies house train at different rates - please be patient. The puppy program staff are always ready to help with advice. Thank you for all your hard work and have fun with your new puppy! N ursery ews Fame (Black Standard Poodle) had 10 puppies on August 12 th, sired by Colonel (Standard Poodle) Asia (Cream Standard Poodle) had 10 puppies on August 21 st, sired by Romeo (Standard Poodle) Quest (Black Miniature Poodle) had 5 puppies on August 27 th, sired by Leroy (Black Miniature Poodle) Paisley (Black Labrador Retriever) had 9 puppies on September 6 th, sired by Tommy (Yellow Labrador Retriever)

5 CANINE COURIER NEWSLETTER NOVEMBER Delish Doggy Dish By Dave Nash Laker s Microwave Morsels Microwaving makes a chewy treat, ideal for older dogs. Directions: Dissolve bouillon cubes in boiling water and set aside until room temperature. In a large bowl, combine dry ingredients. Make a well in the flour mixture and gradually stir in oil, eggs and bouillon. Knead dough on floured surface (4-5 minutes) until dough sticks together. Roll out mixture to ¼ to ½ inch thickness. Cut dough into squares approximately ¾ inch in size. Place squares on microwave-safe surface and microwave for five minutes on medium power level. Turn each biscuit over and microwave another five minutes. Turn cookies once again and microwave for another two to five minutes. Cool on rack and store in sealed plastic bags in refrigerator. Ingredients: 2 chicken or beef bouillon cubes 1 cup (250 ml) boiling water 2 cups (500 ml) whole wheat flour ½ cup (125 ml) cornmeal, stone ground 1 ½ cups (375 ml) powdered skim milk 1 cup (250 ml) quick cooking rolled oats ½ cup (125 ml) vegetable oil 2 eggs, beaten Purina Walk for Dog Guides Aims High Did you know that Dog Guide graduates consistently raise the highest number of donations for the Purina Walk for Dog Guides each year? The Walk is an integral part of the Lions Foundation being able to provide Dog Guides at no cost, and the 2012 goal is $1 million. The national Walk date is Sunday, May 27 th, 2012 and we encourage everyone to get involved in raising funds or helping plan a Walk in their area. Help us reach our goal of raising $1 million and participate in a Purina Walk for Dog Guides near you! For more information: walk@dogguides.com or visit Corporate Acknowledgments Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides would like to acknowledge and thank the corporate volunteers who dedicate their time and help with many tasks. Their support helps to ensure our continued success in providing Dog Guides. Unitron Unitron employees regularly assist Dog Guides with mass mailing projects. They helped fold and mail more than 2,000 newsletters and thanks to their efficiency, this large task was completed within a few hours. Deloitte It was all about the dogs for a dedicated team of Deloitte employees on Deloitte Impact Day. They assisted our kennel staff with dog washing, kennel cleaning, and spending time with our dogs in training. TD Canada Trust A group of TD Canada Trust employees assisted with property maintenance and weeding in October. Thanks to their efforts, the outside of the training school looked fantastic for the fall Open House. KPMG Each year KPMG encourages its employees to get involved by volunteering for one day in their community. A number of KPMG employees have chosen to volunteer at Dog Guides for this occasion. They assist with a variety of tasks such as stuffing envelopes, bathing Dog Guides in training, weeding around the building and even vacuuming all the hair out of our vans! We are grateful to all the KPMG employees who chose to volunteer at Dog Guides and look forward to their return next year.

6 CANINE COURIER NEWSLETTER NOVEMBER A Time of Giving Stumped as to what to buy for the person that has everything this holiday? Looking for an original and selfless gift to give? Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides has a number of ways to give a gift in the name of someone on your list, while helping Canadians with disabilities. Adopt a Puppy By contributing $100, you can help offset some of a puppy s normal veterinary expenses for its first year. In return, you (or the person of your choice) will receive a certificate that announces the symbolic adoption of a Dog Guide puppy and is personalized with the recipient s name. Hosting a Christmas Party for Dog Guides Thinking of hosting a Christmas party? Why not ask guests to bring a donation in lieu of a gift? The collective amount can be put towards the Dog Guide program of your choice. Contributing to the Dog Guide Wish List There are a number of items, both large and small, that Dog Guides needs to continue to provide a high standard of service to our clients. These items range from paper products and dog toys to vehicles. Amazing Donor PJ s Pets and Pets Unlimited continue to support Dog Guides as their charity of choice, helping out in many ways. Their most significant contribution is their annual fundraising campaign throughout the month of November when they sell paper Dog Guide logos in every store encouraging donations. Last year, thanks to the generosity of PJ s Pets customers and enthusiastic staff, PJ s was able to sponsor one Dog Guide team from each program. If you have a PJ s Pets or Pets Unlimited in your neighbourhood, please be sure to stop by during November to encourage donations and thank the staff for their efforts. Dog Guide Wish List The Wish List is a unique way to make a contribution to the Dog Guide programs. If you wish to contribute any item or make a donation towards the purchase of an item, please contact (905) or (800) Please call if there is something specific that you can provide that may not be on this wish list. Bedding for client rooms (new sheets, duvets and towels) Paper supplies - copy paper, paper towels, paper napkins Dog toys - Kongs and Nylabones Gift cards to grocery stores for food for clients Gift cards to gas stations and office supply stores Retiling and light sensors for client washrooms $ 1,000 Harnesses for Special Skills program $ 1,000 Energy efficient light fixtures for CVC rooms $ 1,500 Hot water heater fuel economizer $ 2,600 Mattresses for client rooms (replacements) $ 7,000 Vehicle for breeding program $22,000

7 CANINE COURIER NEWSLETTER NOVEMBER Gift Shop PEACE ON EARTH & HAPPY HOLIDAYS DOG GUIDES CARDS Packages of 10 $ 6 pkg $ 10 pkg Spotlight on Volunteers Lions Foundation of Canada is forever indebted to those that volunteer their time to the cause. Whether it is assisting with grooming, cuddling dogs in training, or helping with administrative duties, volunteers play an essential role in helping provide Dog Guides to Canadians with disabilities. The following individuals were our top volunteers (based on hours donated): Natalie John Tom Christine Sue Bob Eleanor Kathi Sandra Paddy 396 hrs 119 hrs 164 hrs 104 hrs 120 hrs 304 hrs 137 hrs 138 hrs 164 hrs 194 hrs We would also like to thank and acknowledge our foster families who dedicate countless hours each year to raising and helping to train future Dog Guides. LIONS FOUNDATION OF CANADA DOG GUIDES ORNAMENTS $ 8 ea LIONS FOUNDATION OF CANADA DOG GUIDES BLUE AND GREY 1/4 ZIP HOODIE $ 48 ea S-XXL A few Kibbles from... Gloria Peckham, Head Trainer, Seizure Response Dog Guides It s that time of year again! Winter is approaching and we know how our canine friends love to romp in the snow. Here are a few tips on canine safety: Doggie coats to keep them warm on the colder days Boots (if your furry friend will wear them) Cream for their feet to help repel road salt LIONS FOUNDATION OF CANADA DOG GUIDES GREY HOODIE $ 34 ea S-XXL A few things to remember: Dogs can get frost bite in as little as ten minutes once the weather hits -10 C or lower Watch out for antifreeze, it only takes ½ teaspoon to kill a 50 lb dog Ice can be very difficult for your dog to walk or run on and accidents can easily happen when your dog slips and slides To order from the Gift Shop please visit our website Being aware of these safety tips can help you enjoy and have fun in the snow with your canine friend.

8 NEED TO REACH US? CALL 1 (800) or (905) NAME, POSITION(S) EXT. ADDRESS Sandy Turney, Executive Director 224 sandyturney@dogguides.com Don Duncan, Controller, accounting & donation records 229 dduncan@dogguides.com Ian Ashworth, Breeding, training & foster puppy program 233 iashworth@dogguides.com Alex Ivic, Client Services 222 aivic@dogguides.com Julie Jelinek, Sponsorships & fundraising 223 jjelinek@dogguides.com Natalie Moncur, Communications & media 298 nmoncur@dogguides.com Dave Nash, Manager, Purina Walk for Dog Guides 238 dnash@dogguides.com Beth McSherry, Events and volunteers 231 bmcsherry@dogguides.com General Information 0 info@dogguides.com For additional information on Lions Foundation of Canada and its Dog Guide programs please visit our website at Canine Courier ELECTRONIC VERSION OF THE CANINE COURIER The Canine Courier is now available in electronic format. Please nmoncur@dogguides.com if you wish to be added to the list. Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides 152 Wilson Street P.O. Box 907 Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E8 Lions Foundation of Canada is committed to providing mobility, safety and independence to Canadians with disabilities. Telephone: (905) Toll Free: 1 (800) Fax: (905) TTY: (905) info@dogguides.com Web: Charitable Tax Number: RR0001 Lions Foundation of Canada is a founding member of the Canadian Association of Guide & Assistance Dog Schools and an accredited member of the International Guide Dog Federation and Assistance Dogs International.