2012 Welcome Welcome to the 4-H Canine Project! Please read through this guide carefully, as it contains information and suggestions that are important for your project. 4-H leaders can obtain a Leader Project Guide and other resources from the PEI 4-H Office. Hopefully you, as a member, will Learn to do by Doing through hands-on activities that will encourage learning and enjoyment. If you have any questions, contact your District 4-H Officer or your 4-H project leader. 4-H YEAR COMPLETION You complete a project by: completing the project Achievement Day requirements completing a communication project completing a community project completing an agriculture awareness project taking part in Achievement Day You must complete all of the listed aspects in order to show at Fairs and Exhibitions. CANINE ACHIEVEMENT DAY REQUIREMENTS Preliminary Members *Complete at least five topics 25 *demonstrate 8 of 11 required commands 50 *Display on one unit studied 25 (One display per member) 100 Marks Intermediate Members *Complete at least five topics 25 *Demonstrate All preliminary commands plus any 6 of the required intermediate commands 50 *Display on one unit studied 25 (One display per member) 100 Marks Advanced Members *Complete at least 5 topics 25 *demonstrate All preliminary & intermediate Commands plus any 4 adv. level exercises 50 *Display on one unit studied 25 (One display per member) 100 Marks EXHIBITION REQUIREMENT Members show their dogs at the various 4-H fairs and exhibitions. May 2013 Ages for 4-H members as of January 1st of the 4-H year: Junior: 9-11 years Intermediate: 12-14 years Senior: 15-21 years Check out the PEI 4-H Web Site www.pei4h.pe.ca
Achievement Day and Exhibition Requirements Preliminary Canine To complete the requirements for Preliminary Canine, each handler/dog team must demonstrate 8 of the following 11 listed commands: Heel Left Turn Right Turn About Turn Circle Left Circle Right Sit with command Sit & Stay: handler to walk away and stand 2 meters in front of dog during the examination. Dog must stay for 10 seconds Down with command Recall: the dog must come on recall and sit in front of the handler Sit for examination: the dog must sit in the heel position Intermediate Canine To complete the requirements for Intermediate Canine, each handler/ dog team must demonstrate proficiency in all 11 of the listed Preliminary exercises in addition to at least six of the following commands: Heel: slow Heel: fast Heel: figure eight U Turn Automatic Sit at the halt command. Stand for examination - handler to walk away and stand 2 meters in front of dog during the examination. Sit-Stay: 30 seconds Down-Stay: 60 seconds Recall: With Finish to the heel position. Other NOtes Advanced Canine Advanced canine exercises should reflect the ability of the handler/dog team and should not be limiting in nature. For that reason, advanced exercises should be decided on individual team basis, in conjunction with the leader. Each handler/dog team must demonstrate proficiency in all 19 of the listed Prelim inary and Intermediate level commands in addition to at least four advanced exercises. Examples of advanced exercises may include; Advanced Obedience exercises Sit and Stay: I minute Down and Stay:3 minutes Retrieving exercises Agility exercises St. John Ambulance Certification Canine Good Neighbor Certification Rally-O Obedience exercises Conformation Showmanship Doggy Tricks of any type Heel Position Heel position can be used whether the dog is sitting, standing, lying down, or moving at heel. Heel means the dog should be in a straight alignment and facing the same direction as the handler. The dog should be close to the handler s left leg without crowding. This permits the handler freedom of movement. The area from the dog s head to shoulder should be in line with the handler s left hip. Stand for Examination The handler stands the dog for the judge to examine. The judge will first give the order for examination. The handler will stand the dog and command and/or signal the dog to stay. The handler will walk six feet in front of the dog, turn and face the dog. The handler may choose the method for posing the dog, within a reasonable time limit, before giving the command and/ or signal to stay. The judge will approach the dog from the front and will touch its head, back and hindquarters only. The judge will then give the back to your dog command. The handler will then return to the dog and stand in heel position. The dog must remain in standing position without moving its feet until the judge says Exercise finished. The dog must show no shyness or resentment during this exercise. Praise Praise and petting are allowed between and after exercises, but points may be deducted from the total score for a dog that is not under reasonable control while being praised. A handler is not permitted to carry or offer food in the ring. Dress Code for Handlers Skirts, dress pants or jeans (without holes) are acceptable, but not shorts, tights, very short skirts or sweat pants. Shirts with collar and sleeves (short or long) or a blouse are encouraged, whereas tank tops or other sleeveless tops are not. Sneakers are allowed, but hard soled/closed toed boots or shoes are preferred. No sandals, flip flops, etc. allowed.
Topics for study may include: How to choose a dog for your family Wild dogs of the world Evolution of dog from the wild to pets Veterinary knowledge Canine Poisoning Normal Health Parameters A sick dog Genetic disorders Canine Dentistry Canine Nutrition Canine First Aid Safety Around Dogs How to be a good dog neighbour Dog Breed Study Dog Jobs Dog Sports Rescue dog association Homemade dog treats Dogs in Movies Dogs in literature Dog talk Talk to your leader about what interests you! Displays may include: REQUIREMENTS FOR DOG/MEMBER TEAMS Members can be of any age. Members need not own their own dog but can borrow a dog to use in the project. However, it is important that the member have access to the dog for practice purposes. Dogs may be purebred or crossbred. To join the Canine Project, puppies need to be 4 months of age at the 4-H registration deadline of November 15. Dogs must be clean and groomed for each practice session. Vaccinations must be up-to-date and include Distemper, Parvovirus, Rabies, Bordetella (Kennel Cough). At any signs of aggression, either dog/dog aggression or dog/human aggression, the project leader can ask that the dog be removed from the group. The member is welcome back to the project with another dog. Pictures/posters with adequate information to explain your display topic. Physical objects such as first aid, dog food comparison display, dog house etc. Displays must be self explanatory, creative, neat and original. Displays will be judged on a basis of content and presentation. HELPFUL RESOURCES! www.ckc.ca www.canismajor.com/dog www.dogplay.com www.superpuppy.com www.digitaldog.com www.canineconcepts.co.uk www.caws.org www.thebreedsofdogs.com Book and Videos are available at the PEI 4-H Office. Resource material can be borrowed for a two week loan period. To book these, call 368-4833 or drop by the PEI 4-H Office at 40 Enman Crescent, Charlottetown. WHAT S NORMAL FOR A HEALTHY DOG Temperature: Normal rectal temperature is 38-39 degrees Celsius (It will be elevated if the dog is excited or active). Breathing: 10-30 breaths per minute while resting. Pulse: 70-103 beats per minute while resting. Gums: Should be bright red. Tongue: Bright pink and clean. Some breeds have a naturally dark tongue. Behaviour: A healthy dog will act lively and alert.
What is Normal for My Dog? (Complete this page when your dog is healthy.) Name of Dog Date of Birth Completed by Temperature Breathing breaths per minute at rest Pulse Gums beats per minute at rest colour Tongue colour Clean Yes No Stool Well Formed Yes No Weight Behaviour Lively and alert Interested Appetite Temperament Other Signs Condition of Coat Condition of eyes Nose (any discharge or sneezing) Other Comments Date Completed
Chocolate can be fatal to dogs. Keep chocolate candies out of your dog's reach. Most dogs are color blind. They see everything as black, white, or gray. Puppies don't wag their tails until about 30 days after birth. The earliest recorded wag was observed in a 17-day-old puppy. Dogs cool themselves by panting. They only have sweat glands in the pads of their feet. 3 1/2 cup unbleached flour, 2 cup whole wheat flour, 1 cup cornmeal 1/2 cup skim milk powder 1 Tbsp (1 pkg.) dry yeast 3 1/2 cups lukewarm chicken or meat broth Basic Dog Biscuits Dissolve the yeast in the lukewarm chicken or meat broth. The richer this broth is, the better your dog will like the biscuits. Let yeast broth mixture set 10 min. Then stir in flour mixture. Roll resulting dough out 1/4" thick. Cut dog biscuit shapes from dough. Brush biscuits with egg wash. Bake on greased cookie sheets at 300* for 45 min. Then turn off oven and leave in overnight to finish hardening. Makes 60 medium-sized biscuits. PROTEIN *Necessary to form new cells & repair tissue *Dogs require a diet high in animal protein FAT *Good source of energy *Some fats contain vitamins MINERALS & VITAMINS *Special helpers for building the body & maintaining health CARBOHYDRATES *source of energy for building the WATER *The MOST important item on a dogs menu! As a dog owner, you will find it helpful to know the proper terms for nutrition as well as the parts of your dog. Your leader, other dog owners and any dog books you read will use the same terms. You will find it easier to discuss your dog with the vet, groomer, dog judge or pet store staff, if you all speak the same language!
PROJECT ENROLLMENT DIRECTORY From time to time throughout the 4-H year, you may wish to contact your leader(s) or another project member for one reason or another. Just fill in the information below, and you will have a handy Project Member Project Leader Directory! MEMBERS NAME E-MAIL PHONE NUMBER LEADERS NAME E-MAIL PHONE NUMBER
PROJECT MEETINGS DIARY Most projects will require at least six to eight project meetings to complete the project. Meeting Date Location Time At this meeting, we...
COMMUNITY PROJECT Each year you are encouraged to provide a service to your community as a 4-H member. This introduces you to the responsibilities of citizenship. You must participate in your club s plan for a community project and you should have a role to play. Describe your involvement with your club community project this year. Our Community Project was I helped by It was beneficial because I learned AGRICULTURE AWARENESS PROJECT Agriculture is one of PEI s main industries. You are expected to participate with your club to complete a project (or provide a service) which helps your club or others become aware of the importance of agriculture in our lives. As in the community project, you should actively participate. Our Agricultural Awareness Project was I helped by It was beneficial because I learned