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1 APRIL 2013 In this Edition Notice Board New Members Promotions Melbourne Veterinary Science and Hospital Open Day Weerama Festival Parade Trial Results Promotions Ring Training Times Established 1976 ACN: A R ABN: Website: Facebook: Postal Address: P.O. Box 2 Werribee 3030 Induction/Information Officer Sue Hounslow Phone: If you would like to contribute any articles for publication, trial results, etc. please them to newslettereditor@werribeeobediencedogs.org

2 COMMITTEE AND INSTRUCTORS OFFICE BEARERS PRESIDENT VICE PRESIDENT SECRETARY ASSISTANT SECRETARY TREASURER ASSISTANT TREASURER Frank Valastro Peter Hallgarten Sue Hounslow Jeanette Buckley Merle Sinclair Jenny Wohlgemuth GENERAL COMMITTEE MEMBERS Ray Ashman Kathleen Hallgarten Tilly Williams Ken Buckley Colin McInnes Graham Moore CHIEF INSTRUCTOR Ken Buckley Mobile OBEDIENCE INSTRUCTORS Peter Miller (Assistant Chief Instructor) Maude Ashman (VCA Licensed Instructor) Donna Buckley Alfred Cassar John Heath Lynn Klecka Dee Moore Ibby Songur Julie Antolic Rachelle Buckley Marie Felsovary Sue Hounslow Colin McInnes Robert Rhodes Heather Taylor AGILITY INSTRUCTORS Colin McInnes Ray Ashman TRAINEE AGILITY INSTRUCTORS Brian Bushell 2 P a g e V o l u m e

3 STATEMENT OF PURPOSE 1. To promote responsible dog ownership throughout the City of Werribee; 2. Train dogs of any breed to be obedient and companionable; 3. Conduct training classes, member s competitions, obedience trials and other fixtures as from time to time may be declared by the Committee of Management; 4. Acquire, provide and maintain lands and buildings; 5. Provide furnishings, requisites and equipment for recreational, educational or other community purposes; 6. To invest the funds of the Club not immediately required in such manner as the Members or the Committee in lieu thereof shall determine, and; 7. To purchase, hire, lease, etc. and do such things as are conductive or incidental to promoting and achieving the purposes of the club. YOUR RESPONSIBILITY AT THE CLUB To wear your NAME TAG whilst you are training your dog on the training ground. If you forget your name tag pick up a day pass for $1 at the canteen counter which is refundable or if you have lost your tag it is $1 to replace it. Name tags must be worn at all training sessions, that includes Wednesday night Obedience and Agility training. To maintain full supervision of your children at all times and not allow them to wander the grounds unsupervised whilst training is being conducted. Whilst under the verandah remember to keep your dog on a short lead and keep a reasonable distance from dogs to avoid any potential incidents between dogs. To respect members dogs that have a yellow space vest on and keep a reasonable distance away from their dog. To pick up your dogs droppings from the training ground and dispose of them immediately. DO NOT approach dogs (including tethered dogs) unless with the permission from their owner. DO NOT SMOKE in the Clubrooms, under the verandah or anywhere on the training ground. Note: Werribee Wagger is published on a monthly basis for members to be kept up to date with any important or general information raised by our Committee and Instructors. Articles appearing in this Newsletter are considered to be of interest to our readers, but do not necessarily express the opinions of the Committee or Editor, who accepts no responsibilities for the accuracy of claims made by advertisers in this newsletter. 3 P a g e V o l u m e

4 MID-WEEK TRAINING Please Note: Tuesday Night Ring Training sessions will commence on 9 th October, set up 6.00 ready to commence at 6.30pm. These sessions will also include Rally Obedience Mid-week Obedience and Agility training is being conducted this year, but only if instructors are available. Please note, if the flood-lights are required to be turned on there is a Night Training fee. Cost is $2 per dog per discipline and Name Tags must be worn. Mid-week training will not be conducted if the weather and ground conditions make it unsafe. Mid-week Obedience training is for Classes 2 and above. The Mid-week Wednesday Night Training dates are: Obedience: Agility: April th & 24 th 3 rd & 17 th OFF LEAD AREAS FOR PRESIDENTS PARK Off Lead signs are erected at Presidents Park. There is one at the dog obedience entrance as you enter the footpath area. The Park is off lead everywhere, including the dog training ground. Please Note: - The Adventure Playground/Skateboard Ramp, Baseball and Hockey/Softball areas, including the diamonds ARE NOT off lead areas. So please make sure your dogs are on lead in these areas. Always make sure that you pick up after your dog and abide by the Wyndham City Council s Dog Off Lead Order. PROMOTION CARDS AND TRAINING CARDS If you have been promoted and haven t collected your promotion card yet, you can collect it from the Training Card Table. Your promotion will be recorded with a sticker on the back of your training card. The colours will be as follows: Class 1 to 2 - Pink Class 2 to 3 Orange Class 3 to 4 - Green Class 4 to 5 - Red Class 5 to 6 - White Class 6 to 7 - Black Class 7 to 8 - Gold The sticker will be dated and initialed at the time of recording. If you have any questions, please see the Secretary. 4 P a g e V o l u m e

5 RALLY OBEDIENCE RING TRAINING - SATURDAY The times for Rally Obedience ring use have change to allow more Members to be able to participate in this discipline. Further details are in this issue of the Wagger or feel free to ask an Instructors or Committee Member for further information. Use of the ring Walk through times of five minutes to be scheduled on the hour and half hour for the course. A five minute time frame for each handler to put their dog through the course. For further details on who can participate, please see the Chief Instructor, Ken Buckley. Link to stations online is ATTENDANCE LIST If you wish to know how many times you have been down at the club, a list will be up on the Noticeboard. A new list is printed at the start of each month. In accordance with the clubs trophy policy the attendance criteria for this year has been adjusted to 16 SOCIAL WALK Everyone is welcome to participate in the social walk, no matter what class you and your dog are in. The social walk will depart from the grassy area in front of the clubrooms. This provides a great way to give your dog a little social exercise before class. Instructors will be conducting the walk to ensure everything runs smoothly. So look for an instructor in an orange vest out in front of the clubrooms each Saturday at 1:00pm. COMMITTEE MINUTES If you would like to keep up with what is going on around the club, there are minutes from each committee meeting which are placed on the notice board for you to review. So take the time and see how your club is operating. UPDATE YOUR DETAILS To enable the club to keep updated with your details, please advise the Secretary of any changes you may have, such as address or account. We have started sending out weekly s, so if you are not receiving them it might be that your is not correct. You can contact us with any changes at info@werribeeobediencedogs.org or leave a note at the office. OVERFLOW CAR PARK Members please note that the section of the Overflow Car Park closest to the Clubrooms is for Committee Members and Instructors only. Please refer to the diagram at the back of this Newsletter which shows were Members are able to park their cars. PROMOTION CARDS If you have been promoted and have not collected your Promotion Card please do so asap. Any Promotion Cards that have not collected by the end of the Month will be disposed of. FROM THE EDITOR Any errors or spelling mistakes are purely accidental. The Wagger is put together in my own time and on a voluntary basis. My apologies if any mistakes that may occur. 5 P a g e V o l u m e

6 WELCOME TO OUR NEW MEMBERS 23 rd FEBRUARY First Name Surname Dog's Name Dog's Breed Jesse Beard and Tilly Border Collie Alannah Burgess and Richi Maltese/Shihtzu Cross Jade Cramer and Herbert Weimaraner Brett Cryer and Diesel Staffordshire Bull Terrier Tamara Davis and Mack Cavalier King Charles Cross Sam De Stefano and Shelby American Bulldog Chantelle Di Blasi and Guisa German Shepherd Dog Matt Dodd and Opie Rottweiler Cross Rhonda Domeney and Quinn Siberian Husky Rebecca Grasso and Missy Jack Russell Aliz Grubel-Shaw and Goblin Jack Russell Cross Aliz Grubel-Shaw and Ogre Jack Russell Cross Sharyn Hall and Thula Belgian Shepherd Dog Rebecca Krowiak and Daisy Poodle - Miniature Zoe Lee and Shabby Terrier Cross Margaret Lennon and Tyson German Shepherd Dog Rajeev Mehta and Socksy Staffordshire Bull Terrier Minh-Tri Nguyen and Bailey Golden Retriever Matt Nyholt and Macey Kelpie Cross Summer O'Hara and Zeus Great Dane Lisa O'Kane and Zephyr Boxer Nick Pirrone and Cruze Siberian Husky Liana Pirrone and Cruze Siberian Husky Launia Pirrone and Cruze Siberian Husky Anne Randall and Axle German Shepherd Dog John Robottom and Quinn German Shepherd Dog Ben Rogers and Archer Fox Terrier Susi Schott and Opie Rottweiler Cross Callum Shaw and Goblin Jack Russell Cross Callum Shaw and Ogre Jack Russell Cross Linda Shepherdson and Atticus Maltese Cross Kyrstie Smith and Macey Kelpie Cross Brigitte Tendenilla and Richi Maltese/Shihtzu Cross Rhonda Timberlake and Gwen Jack Russell Matthew Tregent and Tommy American Akita 6 P a g e V o l u m e

7 23 rd FEBRUARY First Name Surname Dog's Name Dog's Breed Sarah Tregent and Tommy American Akita Chloe Turczniak and Shelby American Bulldog Shei Vajdi and Parsy Staffordshire Bull Terrier James Warner and Benson Schnauzer - Miniature Sarah Warner and Benson Schnauzer Miniature Mary Zerna and Richi Maltese/Shihtzu Cross WELCOME TO OUR NEW MEMBERS ADDITIONAL DOGS First Name Surname Dog's Name Dog's Breed Donna Buckley and Charli Border Collie Cross Rebecca Krowiak and Klaus Great Dane Dee Moore and Minka Golden Retriever Linda Shepherdson and Hamish Jack Russell/Chihuahua C Michele Taylor and Clay Weimaraner (Longhair) Jeff Taylor and Clay Weimaraner (Longhair) 7 P a g e V o l u m e

8 VALE RORY Mark and Lynn Klecka recently had to say goodbye to their beloved Golden Retriever, Rory. VALE BENSON Just 9 months old 9/5/ /2/2013 I had to make the heart breaking decision on Wednesday 20 th February to have Benson put to sleep. On his regular morning walks, he would take a couple of steps and then lie down and not get up until he was ready to. Benson was diagnosed with bad to severe hip dysplasia in both hips after having x-rays and a full medical. The prognosis was not good. He also suffered from behavioural issues, most likely because of the pain he was in. Benson will join Brody at Rainbow Bridge. Special thanks to Geoff and Amanda Vella and Brian and Colleen Bushell for their kindness and support. Gone far too soon when your life was just beginning but will remain forever in my heart. 8 P a g e V o l u m e

9 The following was found posted VERY LOW on a refrigerator door. Dear Dogs and Cats: The dishes with the paw prints are yours and contain your food. The other dishes are mine and contain my food. Placing a paw print in the middle of my plate and food does not stake a claim for it becoming your food and dish, nor do I find that aesthetically pleasing in the slightest. The stairway was not designed by NASCAR and is not a racetrack. Racing me to the bottom is not the object. Tripping me doesn't help because I fall faster than you can run. I cannot buy anything bigger than a king sized bed. I am very sorry about this. Do not think I will continue sleeping on the couch to ensure your comfort, however. Dogs and cats can actually curl up in a ball when they sleep. It is not necessary to sleep perpendicular to each other, stretched out to the fullest extent possible. I also know that sticking tails straight out and having tongues hanging out on the other end to maximize space is nothing but sarcasm. For the last time, there is no secret exit from the bathroom! If, by some miracle, I beat you there and manage to get the door shut, it is not necessary to claw, whine, meow, try to turn the knob or get your paw under the edge in an attempt to open the door. I must exit through the same door I entered. Also, I have been using the bathroom for years - canine/feline attendance is not required. The proper order for kissing is: Kiss me first, then go smell the other dog or cat's butt. I cannot stress this enough. Finally, in fairness, dear pets, I have posted the following message on the front door: TO ALL NON-PET OWNERS WHO VISIT AND LIKE TO COMPLAIN ABOUT OUR PETS: (1) They live here. You don't. (2) If you don't want their hair on your clothes, stay off the furniture. That's why they call it fur-niture. (3) I like my pets a lot better than I like most people. (4) To you, they are animals. To me, they are adopted sons/daughters who are short, hairy, walk on all fours and don't speak clearly. Remember, dogs and cats are better than kids because they: (1) eat less, (2) don't ask for money all the time, (3) are easier to train, (4) normally come when called, (5) never ask to drive the car, (6) don't smoke or drink, (7) don't want to wear your clothes, (8) don't have to buy the latest fashions, (9) don't need a gazillion dollars for college and (10) if they get pregnant, you can sell their children... Luke Allen 9 P a g e V o l u m e

10 MELBOURNE VETERINARY SCIENCE AND HOSPITAL OPEN DAY 17 TH MARCH 2013 The day started early for some, with Colin and the agility crew setting up a small but interesting course and as always it was well received by the public. Obedience demonstrations are always a crowd favourite with a number of people saying the usual I wish my dog would do that. As an addition to the program we this year had an information talk and a demonstration of what your dog can achieve in Dancing. This was presented by Jeannette Wilson. A Rally demonstration was also given this year hosted by a group of members. As a bonus we also had a pet pig go through the Rally ring. Just as well that we weren t timing the pig s run he was a little bit slow. Thank you to all the members who assisted on the day. It was a very enjoyable day for all involved. Ken Buckley Chief Instructor 10 P a g e V o l u m e

11 WEERAMA FESTIVAL PARADE I was lucky enough to have the pleasure of being a part of a group of approximately 20 members who walked in the Weerama Festival Parade this year. Being the first time in this type of event for both myself and Buddy I was a little nervous and very excited as I didn t really know what to expect. The way the dogs behaved and the smiles on the faces of the people watching the dogs perform some of their sit stays, stand stays and drop stays was great. I feel proud to have been part of such a great day. The members that attended put on a display that the general public enjoyed immensely, with numerous pictures taken and lots of rounds of applause. There were brochures handed out to people watching the parade so hopefully there might be some new members from the day as well. I for one will be attending next year all being well and hopefully we will have the same welcome reception from the general Werribee Community. Sue Anderson Club Member 11 P a g e V o l u m e

12 When walking your dog in the areas adjacent to the Clubrooms, around Presidents Park and especially down by the River be on the lookout for Snakes, as they are out and about at this time of the year. The club will be holding a Postie Fashion day on 20 th April For members who do not know what Postie is, it is women s clothing. The clothing is of very good quality and will last years (I know, I have some tops which I have had for 10 or more years and they still look good). This will run from 11.30am to 3.00pm so all members will have a chance to check out the clothes and try them on before going to class. Postie s new autumn/winter range will be on show and sizes range from There will also be some summer clothing at 50% off What a Bargain! Remember this is a club s fund raising event. Sue Hounslow Secretary 12 P a g e V o l u m e

13 WAGGERS ON TRIAL If you would like your trial results printed in the Werribee Wagger, please pass your results onto the Editor. Due to the limited space in the Wagger, only qualifying passes will be printed. You can also your results to: OR collect a form from the training table, fill it out clearly and leave it at the office counter. PLEASE NOTE: Can trialling members please provide as much information as possible (NO abbreviations) in regards to their passes and titles gained, especially in relation to the new disciplines of Rally O and Dances with Dogs. DOG PHOTO S ON THE CLUBROOM WALL: If your dog gains a title we would love to display their picture on the wall. The pre-requisite for a dog picture to go on the wall is that the dog must have gained an obedience, tracking, agility or endurance title first. You will need to provide an 8 x 10 picture (portrait only) and all your dog s relevant details for a photo to go up on the wall. It is also your responsibility to inform the Secretary in writing if you require that your dog s photo details need to be updated at any stage. If you have any queries, talk to the Secretary. OBEDIENCE Warrnambool Dog Obedience Club 9/03/2013 Sue Ashman and Kira (owned by Norma Harry) gained a pass with a score of 183 and was 1 st in the ring in Novice Congratulations Sue, Norma and Kira on gaining your pass. Warrnambool Obedience Dog Club 10/03/2013 Sue Ashman and Kira (owned by Norma Harry) gained a pass with a score of 187 and was 2 nd in the ring in Novice Congratulations Sue, Norma and Kira on gaining your pass. Southern Obedience Dogs Club 16/03/2013 Janette Wilson and Miss Scarlette gained a pass with a score of 183 pots, was 1 st in the ring and was the Highest Scoring Bitch in Trial in Novice Congratulations Janette and Miss Scarlette on gaining your pass. 13 P a g e V o l u m e

14 RALLY OBEDIENCE Southern Obedience Dogs Club 16/03/2013 Janette Wilson and Bingo gained a pass with a score of 94 pts and was 3 rd and in Rally Advanced Congratulations Janette and Bingo on gaining your pass. Southern Obedience Dogs Club 16/03/2013 Janette Wilson and Miss Scarlette gained a pass with a score of 94 pts and was 2 rd and in Rally Advanced Congratulations Janette and Miss Scarlette on gaining your pass. Dogs Victoria 27/11/2012 Lynn Klecka and Edynn gained a pass with a score of 94 pts Rally Novice. Congratulations Lynn and Edynn on gaining your pass. Dogs Victoria Pet Expo 02/02/2013 Lynn Klecka and Edynn gained a pass with a score of 85 pts Rally Novice. Congratulations Lynn and Edynn on gaining your pass. Dogs Victoria Pet Expo 02/02/2013 Lynn Klecka and Edynn gained a pass with a score of 98 pts Rally Novice. Congratulations Lynn and Edynn on gaining your Rally Novice Title Dogs Victoria 27/11/2012 Lynn Klecka and Connor gained a pass with a score of 96 pts Rally Novice. Congratulations Lynn and Connor on gaining your pass. Croydon and District Obedience Dog Club 02/12/2012 Mark Klecka and Connor gained a pass with a score of 91 pts Rally Novice. Congratulations Mark and Connor on gaining your pass. Dogs Victoria Pet Expo 02/02/2013 Lynn Klecka and Connor gained a pass with a score of 97 pts and was 2 nd in the ring in Rally Novice. Dogs Victoria Pet Expo 02/02/2013 Lynn Klecka and Connor gained a pass with a score of 95 pts in Rally Novice. Congratulations Lynn and Connor on gaining your Rally Novice Title 14 P a g e V o l u m e

15 RALLY OBEDIENCE Southern Obedience Dog Club 16/03/2013 Lina Morgante and Whisper gained a pass with a score of 89 pts ring in Rally Novice. Congratulations Lina and Whisper on gaining your pass. Southern Obedience Dog Club 16/03/2013 Lina Morgante and Whisper gained a pass with a score of 95 pts in Rally Novice. Congratulations Lina and Whisper on gaining your pass. Dogs Victoria Rally Trial 31/03/2013 Lina Morgante and Whisper gained a pass with a score of 93 pts in Rally Novice. Congratulations Lina and Whisper on gaining your Rally Novice Title Keep those results rolling in! HAPPY TRIALING! 15 P a g e V o l u m e

16 OUR SPONSORS When and wherever possible, please support the following businesses, as they support our club: HOPPERS CROSSING VET CLINIC & HOSPITAL LISTENING, CARING & PROVIDING CHOICES Dr Joe Covelli Dr Kristi Green Dr Dennis Wormald Dr Roslyn Choi Dr Peta Keown 5 Barber Drive, Hoppers Crossing, 3029 Phone THANK YOU FOR YOUR SPONSHIP 16 P a g e V o l u m e

17 PROMOTIOMS March 2013 Promoted Date Promoted From To Handlers Name Dog Name 02/03/13 Class 2 Class 3 Jeannette Mearn & Boris Nathan Farrubia & Ace Chris Roberts & Chloe Kathryn Muller & Kayla Fiona Manser & Lewis Andrew Calea & Neika 23/03/13 Class 1 Class 2 Enya Moore & Spud James Warner & Benson Sheree Lucus & Jessie Class 2 Class 3 Lyn Pickering & Talia Sue Anderson & Buddy Andrew Munro & Bella Elisa Fenollar & Chaos Class 3 Class 4 Nat Prakesh & Tate Brian Bushell & Millie Joshua Stride & Cody Elsa Hoggard & Taria Maddie Bewley & Wylie Angela Sanders & Saxson 17 P a g e V o l u m e

18 COME INSIDE THE CLUBROOMS Did you know another world is inside the clubrooms? Inside the clubrooms you will not only find your training cards and the toilets, But also: OUR GREAT CANTEEN You will find yummy treats such as bags of chips, chocolate bars, hot items like Pies, Pasties, Sausage Rolls and a variety of cold drinks to wash it all down with. TRAINING EQUIPMENT Not only do we look after the humans, but we also look after your dog, with a range of leads, collars, head collars, dumbells, dog treats that you need for training with your dog. MERCHANDISE The committee will assist you with your selection of official club merchandise, ranging from polo tops, fleecy tops, vests, jackets and beanies and baseball caps. You can also buy car stickers and iron on transfers and beer stubby holders for example as a way of supporting the club. FREE TEA AND COFFEE Members are also welcome to help themselves to the free tea and coffee facilities, which are located straight across from the front door. If you like, you can make a donation in the donation tin on the bench. The club also has a licensed bar, so why not come inside and have a cold beer, wine or soft drink after a hard day of training your dog. REMEMBER: The clubrooms are a dog free zone, no dogs are allowed in the clubroom, humans only. The committee look forward to see you inside. 18 P a g e V o l u m e

19 CLUB MERCHANDISE Ladies Polo Shirt Sizes 8 24 $30.00 each Men s Polo Shirt Sizes S 5XL $30.00 each Polar Fleece Top Black (Half Zip ) Sizes XS 3XL $40.00 each Polar Fleece Top Black (Full Zip ) Sizes XS 3XL $40.00 each Polar Fleece Vests Black Sizes XS 3XL $35.00 each Inna Jackets (Black/Black Lining) Sizes XS 3XL $60.00 each Water Resistant/Polar Fleece Lining) Baseball Caps Beanies Black or Navy $15.00 each $10.00 each The Baseball Caps and Beanies are available at the Clubrooms and do not have to be ordered. We have a variety of sizes of the Polar Fleece Tops in the Clubrooms for you to try on. Any Committee Member will be more than happy to help you choose the correct size and in completing the Merchandise Order form. Please note that all polar fleece tops come in both men and ladies sizes. Merchandise is available in Men s, Women s and Children s sizes. All merchandise will come with the WODC logo. No exception will be made. A minimum of 50% deposit is required when an order is placed and the balance paid when you receive your order. The order forms can be found in the blue box on the Merchandise Rack. For $ $10.00, you can have your official WODC items personalized. When placing your order for the current month, please be aware that all orders are placed at the end of the month and then delivered two weeks later. So if you place the order with the club on say the 5 th May, it will not be ordered with the supplier until the end of May. They will then be supplied to the club two weeks later. Jenny Wohlgemuth Merchandise Officer WERRIBEE OBEDIENCE DOG CLUB MERCHANDISE ORDERING FORM Name: Phone: Mobile: Address: Description of Item: Size: Quantity: Order Taken By: Order Given to Merchandise Officer On: Order delivered on: Personalised: Total Cost of Order: Deposit: 19 P a g e V o l u m e

20 AGILITY TRAINING Learn the basic handling skills needed to train in agility Foundation Agility will be conducted from 11:00am to 12:00 noon on the first Saturday of the month. Foundation Agility is open to dogs in class 2 and above. There is no pre-requisite age for the dog. Dogs will not be jumping or weaving in the foundation class. Handlers must be over 7 years of age. Dogs must be trained on a fixed or buckle collar. No correction chains are to be worn. Handlers will need to bring training treats and a motivational toy. This is a great way to learn about the sport of Agility. So bring yourself and your dog along to learn what all the fuss is about. There is no extra charge to attend this class. Saturday Agility training is from 11.00am to 1.00pm. Training commences at 11.00am with setting up of equipment. Pre-requisites to participate in Agility training are: 1. Your dog must be a minimum of 15 months of age. 2. Handlers (must be over 7 years of age). 3. Dogs must be in Class 3 (WODC Inc. level) or above to participate OR you and your dog have attained 2 passes towards either their Agility or Jumping title or have gained a title (Must be same dog and handler). 4. All use of equipment must be under the supervision of the appointed instructor/s. 5. All dogs to be trained on a fixed/buckle collar NO correction chains to be worn. 6. Members wishing to attend these classes will be required to help with BOTH setting up and pulling down and storing of equipment. Turning up late and/or leaving early without assisting with the equipment set-up/pack-up is frowned upon. If you don t help out you will not be able to participate. 7. No dogs are to be off-lead during setting-up or pulling down of equipment. 8. For safety/health reasons overweight dogs will not be permitted to participate in Agility training. 9. It is advisable that you do some warm up exercises with your dog/s prior to commencing any agility training. 10. It is essential that you wear suitable non-slip footwear. It is YOUR responsibility to contact Colin McInnes on to find out when the next agility training session will be conducted OR ask either of them at training to see if agility training is on the following Saturday. Please Note:- Agility training is conducted on Saturday s ONLY when Instructors are available. There is NO Agility conducted when we are having a Funday or any other special event. For everyone s safety Agility training will only be conducted if the weather and ground conditions are suitable. Wednesday Night Agility training is only conducted on the 1 st, 3 rd and 5 th Wednesday of each month, commencing with equipment set-up at 7.30pm. A $2.00 fee per dog will apply if the flood-lights need to be turned on. 20 P a g e V o l u m e

21 RING TRAINING/USE Purpose of the Rings: 1. To enable Handlers to conduct training where a class is not available 2. To enable Handlers to gain ring experience for the class they are preparing to trial in Ring setup times: 1. Rally: To be completed by 11:00 am 2. Obedience: Set up at 1:00 pm with training to commence at 1:10 pm The criteria to use the Rings are: 1. You must help with the setting up and or packing up of rings and equipment on the day a. If you set up equipment for your own use and no-one else is planning on using it, then you are required to pack it away again 2. Place your name on the ring running sheets located either inside the clubrooms or outside the rings against a time slot, which are a guide to the time you will be in the ring a. Where time allocations have not been allocated, they can be used for additional training 3. You must be willing to assist running other members through the ring as they do to you a. Inexperienced handlers will be assisted on developing their knowledge to do this 4. Group exercises will be conducted from 2:30pm only for aspiring trialling / trialling members in CCD (class 4), Novice (Class 5), Open (class 6), Utility (class 7) & UDX (class 8) 5. Any additional requirements set out in the class listing below Training rings have allocated times for setup and use, and should be adhered to where possible. Packing up of the ring will occur after Handlers have completed their time allocation but should not be before 2:45 pm Rings for Classes 4 (CCD) & 5 (Novice) 1. Handlers are able to use the Class 8 (UDX) ring after Group stays have been completed i.e. from 2:45 onwards unless the ring is available prior to i.e. no class 8 dogs require the ring 2. Handlers must have an instructor or experienced person put them through unless you are a club instructor or a handler that has trained a dog to an Open Obedience title 3. Refer to criteria to use the Rings above Rally Obedience Ring Three rings will be set up, one for each Novice, Advanced and Excellent courses 1. Be a minimum of class 4 a. Handlers may apply to the clubs Chief Instructor if their dogs is in a class lower than 4 2. The Novice ring must have an experienced person / instructor available to instruct / run through a Handler (as a Handler you must also make yourself available to run other Handlers through on the day) 3. The Advanced / Excellent rings are self-help and do not require an experienced person / instructor to run a Handler through the ring 4. Instructors will have preference between the hours of 11:00am and 1:00pm due to their commitments in the afternoon Note: Handlers are only permitted to use a maximum of two Rally courses on the day i.e. the current level they are competing in or aspiring to compete in and a class either higher or lower 21 P a g e V o l u m e

22 OUR SPONSORS When and wherever possible, please support the following businesses, as they support our club: WYNDHAM VETERINARY CLINIC Dr. John Watts Dr. Roshni Vaitha Dr. Kristie Jennings Dr. Rebecca Mann Dr. Carmen Chan 133 Market Road, Werribee, 3030 Phone Fuji Xerox Document Management Solutions Pty Limited Robinsons Rd Ravenhall VIC 3023 AUSTRALIA Direct McINNES ENGINEERING PTY LTD Turning Milling- Grinding Small Fabrications Special Purpose Machines 476 Geelong Road West Footscray, P a g e V o l u m e

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24 GIVE ME SPACE We occasionally have dogs at the club that require some space around them. Like people, all dogs are different and some dogs don t cope very well when their space is encroached upon by handlers or other dogs. These Give Me Space vests are not exclusively for dogs with aggression issues, but also for dogs that may have fear-based behaviours. To identify these dogs, they wear a yellow vest, similar to the picture below. By a dog wearing these space vests the club believes it is a safe way for the dog to still participate in their class and slowly socialise and integrate within their training class. This also makes the class as safe as possible for all handlers and their dogs and instructors too. Remember, we are working with animals, so we need you, our members, to learn to recognise when these dogs are wearing these vests and give them the space that they require. If you are around the clubrooms or in class and see a dog with a vest on, please assist the handler and their dog by keeping your dog well away. You may be asked to move further away by the owner if they feel you are too close, please respect their request. If you believe your dog would benefit from wearing a space vest please discuss it with the Chief Instructor. Please do not get offended if your dog is asked to wear a space vest in class. We have vests for small dogs and up to large dogs. If your dog is required to wear a space vest: Enquire/or collect one from the office, at least minutes before your class starts. We will require a $5.00 refundable deposit when you pick up the space vest. The vest must be returned promptly at the end of your class, so members from the next hour can access it. The vest is only for use on the training ground. Do not let your dog swim in the lake with the vest on. Your deposit will be returned to you when you return the vest after class. If any vest is returned damaged your refund will be forfeited. Please REMEMBER to tidy up after YOUR DOG. 24 P a g e V o l u m e

25 TRAINING TIMES PUPPIES & CLASS 1 CLASS 2 & CLASS 3 CLASS 4 & CLASS 5 CLASS 5 - (Ring Training only) CLASS 6 - (Ring Training) CLASS 7 - (Ring Training) CLASS 8 - (Ring Training) SATURDAYS MID-WEEK TUESDAY TRIAL TRAINING SET UP 6:00pm & COMMENCES AT 6:30pm 1.30PM TO 2.20PM 2.30PM TO 3.20PM 3.30PM TO 4.20PM 3.00PM TO 4.15PM 1.30PM TO 3.30PM 1.10PM TO 3.30PM 1.20PM TO 2.50PM You will be expected to either assist in set-up or pack-up of equipment. Non participation will mean no training in the ring. These nights will be run on a mutual assistance basis. WEDNESDAYS OBEDIENCE Every 2 nd and 4 th Wednesday COMMENCING TIME 7.30PM through to 8.30pm This night is structured as per Saturday classes. Criteria: Members who are in Classes 2 and above are permitted to attend. NO PUPPY OR CLASS 1 can participate AGILITY Every 1 st, 3 rd and 5 th Wednesday SET UP TIME 7.30PM You must help with the set-up and pack-up of equipment. Criteria: All handlers must be over 7 years with dogs over 15 months of Age and the team must be in class 3 or above. Please Note: Classes will be cancelled if instructors are not available or the weather or ground conditions are unsuitable for training. The Clubs heat policy will be enforced at all times during training. There is a $2.00 fee per dog applicable if the flood-lights are required to be turned on FUNDAYS JUDGING BEGINS AT 1.00PM FOR ALL CLASSES. Entry forms and entry fees for Fundays are only taken two weeks prior to funday dates. Check-in time is from 12.30pm to 1.00pm. Fundays are an all afternoon event so please stay for Presentations at the end of the day. There is No Normal Obedience Training or Agility conducted on Fundays. 25 P a g e V o l u m e

26 Over Flow Car Park Committee Parking General Members Parking Tree Line Tree Line TRAINING GROUND Not to scale MEMBERS PLEASE NOTE: Unless you are training a dog, instructing or on official club business, do not go pass these lines whilst training is in progress. Training Rings Car Park 26 P a g e V o l u m e

27 CLASS EXERCISES PUPPY CLASS All Exercises as per Class 1 plus retrieving, puppy play and socialisation. CLASS 1 CLASS 2 CLASS 3 CLASS 4 All exercises on Loose Lead. Heel on lead with right turn and right about turn Sit (Voice and lead/manually sit) Drop (from sit position) Stand alongside handler Sit-Stay (10 seconds, handler return around dog) Recall (on lead, 4 metres) Progressing to handler returning around dog All Class 1 exercises plus: Heel on lead, plus left turn and left about turn Stand Stay (on lead) Sit Stay (30 seconds) Drop Stay (30 seconds - Handler returns around dog) Slow pace Recall (on lead - Handler returns around dog) Dog Introduction All Class 1 & 2 exercises plus: Drop (whilst heeling) Figure of Eight Fast Pace Stand for Examination (Introduce lightly running hand over back & head) Sit Stay (approx. 6 metres 60 seconds with lead on the ground) Drop Stay (approx. 6 metres 60 seconds with lead on the ground) Recall Off Lead (maximum of 10 metres lead up on lead) Finish on Lead Introduction to the Dumbbell (exercise done 2 nd and 4 th Saturday of each month time permitting) (CCD ) All Class 1,2 & 3 exercises plus: Introduction to off lead heeling Heeling on Lead, lead in left hand Change of Position Exercise Drop in front of handler/lead on/return Stand for Examination (on lead 750mm from dog) Recall (full exercise at least 12 metres no finish) Sit Stay (1 minute approx. 10 metres off lead) Drop Stay (2 minutes approx. 10 metres off lead) Introduction to Retrieve Dumbbell Exercise (time permitting) Introduction to Broad Jump (time permitting) CLASS 5 (NOVICE) All Class 1,2,3 & 4 exercises plus: All ANKC Novice Class Exercises including both optional exercises All Stays with Distractions (Note: To be promoted from Class 5 to 6 you must attain two passes under an aspiring judge at a club Funday or two passes in the Novice class at a Trial, or a combination of one each). CLASS 6 (OPEN) Full Open Routine - All ANKC Open Class Exercises (Note: To be promoted from Class 6 to 7 you must attain one pass under an aspiring judge at a club Funday or one pass in the Open class at a Trial). CLASS 7 (UTILITY) Full Utility Routine (UD) - All ANKC Utility Class Exercises CLASS 8 (UDX) Full Utility Dog Excellent Routine All ANKC Utility Dog Excellent Class Exercises PLEASE NOTE: - DO NOT ATTEMPT ANY OF THE EXERCISES ABOVE WITHOUT FIRST HAVING BEEN PROPERLY INSTRUCTED BY A CLUB INSTRUCTOR. CLASSES 4,5,6,7,8 (TRIALING MEMBERS) PLEASE INFORM THE SECRETARY IF YOU GAIN A PASS OR TITLE WHEN TRIALING SO YOUR TRAINING CARD CAN BE UPDATED. 27 P a g e V o l u m e

28 CLUB CALENDAR JANUARY 19 COMMITTEE MEETING (9.00AM) 19 WORKING BEE FEBRUARY 2 INDUCTION DAY 4 TCC MEETING 5 MID-WEEK TRIAL TRAINING RESUMES 6 MID-WEEK AGILITY RESUMES 13 MID-WEEK OBEDIENCE RESUMES 18 COMMITTEE MEETING 23 2 ND INDUCTION DAY 25 TTC MEETING MARCH 9 NO TRAINING LONG WEEKEND LABOUR DAY 17 VETERINARY SCIENCE & HOSPITAL OPEN DAY 18 COMMITTEE MEETING 23 1 ST FUNDAY 24 WEERAMA FESTIVAL 30 NO TRAINING EASTER BREAK (29 March-1 April) APRIL 6 INDUCTION DAY 8 TCC MEETING 15 COMMITTEE MEETING MAY 4 INDUCTION DAY 6 TCC MEETING 18 2 ND FUNDAY 20 COMMITTEE MEETING JUNE 1 INDUCTION DAY 3 TCC MEETING 8 NO TRAINING QUEENS BIRTHDAY WEEKEND 17 COMMITTEE MEETING JULY 6 INDUCTION DAY 8 TCC MEETING 15 COMMITTEE MEETING 27 FINAL SATURDAY DATE FOR RENEWAL OF MEMBERSHIP AUGUST 3 INDUCTION DAY 5 TCC MEETING 17 3 RD FUNDAY 19 COMMITTEE MEETING SEPTEMBER 7 INDUCTION DAY 9 TCC MEETING 16 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING 23 COMMITTEE MEETING OCTOBER 5 INDUCTION DAY 7 TCC MEETING 21 COMMITTEE MEETING 26 DOUBLE OBEDIENCE TRIAL NO TRAINING 31 CLOSE OFF DATE FOR TROPHY APPLICATIONS NOVEMBER 2 NO TRAINING (MELB.CUP LONG WEEK-END) 9 INDUCTION DAY 9 CLOSE OFF DATE FOR TROPHY APPLICATIONS 11 TCC MEETING 18 COMMITTEE MEETING 30 LAST TRAINING DAY- GAME DAY DECEMBER 7 CLUB PRESENTATION NIGHT JUNIOR & SENIOR TBA COMMITTEE/INSTRUCTORS NIGHT OUT 28 P a g e V o l u m e