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I get asked that question a lot.

The short explanation is that it’s a television show — entertaining to some, I’m sure, but not particularly useful to pet owners watching the show, and potentially dangerous to dogs and people alike.

The longer explanation is here.

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The 3rd Annual Dog Days of Summer show will be held this Saturday, Aug. 15, from noon to 4 p.m. at the Federal Valley Resource Center in Stewart. (Click here for map.)

All dogs are invited to compete in the show — whether mixed breed or purebred! Sarah Filipiak, CDBC will judge the conformation portion of the show.

The cost is $12 per entry per dog.

• Prizes for the winners
• Free goody bags for all
• Conformation show and best trick competition
• Adoptable dogs and puppies
• Food for dogs and people

To download an entry form, click here. To view judging standards and contact information, visit the Federal Valley Resource Center web site.

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Dogs must be safe and feel safe around people and other dogs before they are ready to learn obedience and basic manners.

Review the categories below to see which best describes your dog:

READY – Is safe with all people and dogs.

NEEDS IMPROVEMENT – Is safe with all people, but requires caution around other dogs (snarling, snapping, growling or lunging at other dogs).

NEEDS IMPROVEMENT – Snarling, snapping, growling or lunging at people or other dogs.

If your dog falls into the “needs improvement” category, he or she would benefit from in-home training before enrolling in group classes. Only dogs in the “ready” category may enroll in Agility, Basic Manners or Puppy Kindergarten class.

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Interested in agility training? Join our upcoming , beginning Monday, May 18! Agility is a terrific way to channel your dog’s energy and enthusiasm. We’ll work on teaching you and your dog to negotiate tunnels, chutes, weave poles, jumps and contact obstacles such as the dog walk and pause table. If you’re not sure whether your [...] Related articles:

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There’s a terrific discussion about thunderstorm phobia, body language and the issue of whether fear can be reinforced over on Patricia McConnell’s excellent blog.

The oft-given advice to ignore a dog who’s feeling fearful may not be correct. But, like most emotions, fear and its resulting behavior can be complex to address from a behavioral standpoint.

Read for yourself and see what you think — Dr. McConnell promises to write more on the topic, and several folks are offering good advice for thunderstorm phobia in the meantime.
photo credit: broxtronix

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