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Dates for your Diary: 19 th January 2013- Annual Dog Club Dance at St Crispin s Social Club, Duston. 19 th February 2013 Annual General Meeting at Duston Vilage Hal, al members to atend.

1 Welcome to the Winter Edition of the D.G.S.D.T.C Newsletter. In this edition we will have a look back on some of the goings-on and past activities that happened at our Dog Club during the last few months. Dates for your Diary: 19 th January Annual Dog Club Dance at St Crispin s Social Club, Duston. 19 th February 2013 Annual General Meeting at Duston Vilage Hal, al members to atend. 7 th -10 th March 2013 Crufts International Dog Show, Birmingham NEC (Pastoral day is Sunday this year.) Pacestters Display Team Training Sunday morning Training for The Pacesetters display team will start on 27 th January 2013, 9.30am prompt. If you wish to sign up please put your name on the list that s on the notice board in club. For more information please speak to Stephanie. Stamps Required! Vigil GSD Rescue are collecting used stamps to raise funds for their rescue centre. We will have a collection box on the front desk. Please cut round old stamps on envelopes with care. Registered charity number:

2 Christmas Party night The Christmas Dog Party was held on Tuesday December 18, it was very well attended and a great success. Everyone entered into the spirit and had a good evening. Many thanks to Stephanie she worked very hard organising the evening, especially the games and a thank you to Eddie, our club president, for helping Stephanie, thanks also go to the Committee for supplying the supper.

Crispin Social Club, tickets are stil available, if you

It is a very good evening and the Buffet Supper is

This year we have a change of Band, Double Impact, so

good night. Some photo s from last year s event!

4 Annual Dog Club Dance 2013! The Annual Dance is on Saturday January 19 th at the St Crispin Social Club, tickets are stil available, if you haven t bought any it isn t too late. It is a very good evening and the Buffet Supper is second to none. This year we have a change of Band, Double Impact, so Club Members come along, bring your friends and have a good night. Some photo s from last year s event! Tickets are 7.00 each. The address for the dance venue is St Crispins Social Club, BerryWood Road,Duston,Northampton,NN5 4XD.

Canine Hydrotherapy. Hydrotherapy is an effective method of treatment for dogs recovering from surgery or injury, as well as a safe, enjoyable form of exercise for healthy dogs.

speeding up the recovery process after surgery or injury.

5 Canine Hydrotherapy. Hydrotherapy is an effective method of treatment for dogs recovering from surgery or injury, as well as a safe, enjoyable form of exercise for healthy dogs. Moulton College Animal Therapy Centre has a special pool and aqua treadmill that provide a gentle, safe and non-weight bearing form of exercise which allows dogs to rebuild strength and muscle; thus speeding up the recovery process after surgery or injury. Dogs are fitted with life jackets and are swum by the qualified canine hydrotherapists to a specialist programme, which meets the individual needs of the dog and the treatment it requires. Two GSD s fromour club have been using the aqua treadmill for health benefits. River had a cranial cruciate ligament rupture in October 2011, and started Hydrotherapy in January 2012 to help her recover, strengthen her muscles and keep her fit. Unfortunately she then had her cartilage in her knee dislocate in April 2012 and then further in October 2012 her caudal cruciate ligament ruptured. However without having Hydrotherapy the Veterinary surgeons said she would be months behind in her progress of recovery. It is giving her an outlet for excess energy she has as she is unable to walk far and she looks forward to each session. The Canine Hydrotherapy staff are fantastic and know each dog on a personal level, something which helps both owner and dog to relax and enjoy their time at the centre. The treadmill is great for dogs that may be wary of water, River would not go in a stream or

This helps in reducing stress on joints while minimizing pain and allows easier movement and extended range of motion for stiff joints and provides great exercise.

6 the sea, however she loves the treadmill as they can step in when it is empty and then it can be gradually filled with water. Now she loves it so much! Water in the canine aquatic treadmill creates buoyancy that displaces approximately 40 % of body weight. This helps in reducing stress on joints while minimizing pain and allows easier movement and extended range of motion for stiff joints and provides great exercise. Sula also goes to the Hydrotherapy Centre for health reasons. She is a young GSD, only 1 year old, however she was diagnosed at a young age with both elbow and hip dysplasia. Before resorting to surgery Stephanie, club instructor, suggested she tried Hydrotherapy to see if it could help her. 6 Months on, she is progressing well with her therapy and has not had to have any surgery yet. The Water provides resistance throughout the range of motion, enabling dogs with stiff joints to lengthen their stride and increase the benefits of exercise while minimizing pain. Hydrotherapy can help all of the following and more! Arthritis-reduces pain and increases mobility. Hip and Elbow Dysplasia- especially useful for young dogs who are restricted to lead exercise. CDRM Chronic Degenerative Radiculomyelopathy. Spinal injuries. Recovering from injuries-including fracture, soft tissue and neurological damage. Muscle strengthening, maintenance and restoration. Relief of pain, swelling and stiffness. Obesity (weight loss in conjunction with diet). Mental well being. Dogs on cage rest or restricted lead only walks. Elderly dogs. Fitness and Stamina for working dogs Any dog big or small can go to hydrotherapy sessions., whether for medical reasons or to get fit and burn energy. They need a referral from your vet to ensure

your dog has had a full health check. Forms can be found on the therapy centre website. www.moulton.ac.uk/business/enterprise-at-moulton/animal-therapycentre Phone number: 01604 493152 Amber sst or y.

Amber had been living in the house on her own and receiving visits from family members to feed her. Tony and Val had the intention of fostering her until a suitable home could be found for her.

7 your dog has had a full health check. Forms can be found on the therapy centre website. Phone number: Amber sst or y. In December 2012, Stephanie received a phone call from Club Members, Tony & Val Shaw, who had been to see a GSD called Amber, whose owner had died in September. Amber had been living in the house on her own and receiving visits from family members to feed her. Tony and Val had the intention of fostering her until a suitable home could be found for her. However on seeing the dog they found out that she had never had a collar and lead on and further more had never been out of the house, other than people trying to rehome her and take her out forcefully. Which hadn twor kedasshewasver yf r i ght enedandr eact ed as any dog would by showing her teeth and panicking. Stephanie and Kayleigh decided to go over and meet Amber, to try and get her out of house with a muzzle and treats. Upon meeting Amber, they realised how scared and anxious she was of even seeing a lead and collar. They spent time with her and decided to try and do whatever they could to help her, as she was such a lovely girl and deserved a happy, forever home. They went back a few days later and sedated Amber and managed to get her into a crate when she wasdr owsyandt akehert ocar ol i nethom s HouseofCani ne boarding kennels. She was very sleepy and compliant, understandably due to sedative, but she was also quite scared, which was hard to see, but they knew it was the best thing for her. Due to her fear of the big wide world, Stephanie, Kayleigh and Caroline knew they would have to work very hard in rehabilitating Amber and getting her used to normal life for a dog. First hurdle to cross was to put a collar on her, which they did when she was drowsy and then it took over a

exercise paddock on lead. Each day her confidence grows and we are sure that we can get her to walk happily on a lead in a secure environment.

8 week and a half to put a lead on her. She is most fearful of chain and clips on leads, so they have used flat webbing collar and a slip lead to begin with. Secondly trying to get her to walk on lead was very difficult, she would shut down and just lay flat, but with patience and treats she has progressed to walking in an exercise paddock on lead. Each day her confidence grows and we are sure that we can get her to walk happily on a lead in a secure environment. We will keep you updated on Amber spr ogr ess.i fy oul i ket ovi si theratt hekennel s,y ouar emost welcome, the more people she meets the better it is for her, be warned though she will steal your heart!

9 Duston German Shepherd Dog Training Club is collecting t i nnedf oodf ort her es cuedogst hat Hous eofcani ne has in its kennels, any old towels or vet bedding would also be greatly received. News Hound!

10 If you have anything you would like to add, contribute or share in the Spring 2013 edition of our Newsletter then please or alternatively you can speak to Kayleigh, The Newshound. If you attended a dog show or activity, have any unusual photos of your dog or any topical items, then add them to YOUR dog club Newsletter! The 29th A. G. M. is on Tuesday February 19 at 7.30pm. It is important that Members do attend the meeting, the Committee need all the support they can get. A copy If would like to order any Poloshirts,Sweatshirts, Hoodys, Fleeces and Rugby Shirts then we can place an order before Easter. You can have the DGSDTC logo put on various items, you can even have a Black or White GSD or our standard Black and Tan Dog Design. In addition you can have your own Dogs name embroidered on your garment. Please see front desk for full details of types of clothing and colours you can choose from CALENDARS: There are just a few of the 2013 Calendars for sal e,i fy ouhaven tboughtone,t heyar eavai l abl eatt hedesk very good value.

Home About us Sponsors How You Can Help Contact Spacedogs The aim of the Space Dogs Yellow Ribbon Campaign is to have a visible sign that some dogs would appreciate a little

I aim to make this as instantly recognisable as many of the well known charity ribbons. All profits will be distributed to rescue centres and dog charities.

idea is so simple but could become such a powerful tool to use. Through education, word of mouth, vets and especially animal rescue/sanctuaries.

11 Home About us Sponsors How You Can Help Contact Spacedogs The aim of the Space Dogs Yellow Ribbon Campaign is to have a visible sign that some dogs would appreciate a little space, this can mean from both dogs and/or people, a yellow ribbon is worn on the lead to signify this. I aim to make this as instantly recognisable as many of the well known charity ribbons. All profits will be distributed to rescue centres and dog charities. I have many ideas of how I will promote the Space Dogs Yellow ribbon campaign, and hopefully raise funds for some worthy causes, so watch this space for more news "I think this idea is so simple but could become such a powerful tool to use. Through education, word of mouth, vets and especially animal rescue/sanctuaries. As owners we shouldnt have to spend our walk with our Doggies explaining our dogs.behaviour. Why should we have to when a ribbon could say it all. " G Bavington. The club is supporting the promotion of the yellow ribbon campaign, please spread the word to other dog owners, as this can be beneficial to us all.

12 The Dog Of The Issue (or DOTI) features Sharnie, owned by Stephanie Petrusevicius. A bit of a vintage picture here, but a good one! If you would like your dog to have a chance to be DOTI in the Winter Edition of the newsletter then

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Duston German Shepherd Dog Training Club Newsletter Summer Edition Welcome to the Summer Newsletter. In this edition we look back at some of the goingson and past activities that happened at our Dog Club