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February 28, 2009 DARTMOUTH, NS
Canine Reproduction & Canine Pediatrics
One day seminar with well known and respected Dr. Robert Van Hutchison, DVM.   A leading expert in canine reproduction, he is recognized internationally for his work with canine frozen semen and reproduction.  Co-Director of the Animal Clinic Northview and Director of the International Canine Semen Bank of Ohio, Dr. Hutchinson is associated with the colleges of veterinary medicine at Ohio State University, Virginia Tech, Purdue Tufts University and Michigan State University.  He is the author of numerous important articles on canine reproduction, including Canine Frozen Semen, improving the Odds of Having Healthy Puppies, Treatment of Pyometritis in the Bitch Using Prostaglandin F and Female Reproduction.

HOST CLUB/SPONSOR:  Atlantic Labrador Retriever Club
VENUE: TBA
COST: TBA
CONTACT: Janice Kivimaki at 902-827-5347 or email madaboutlabs@eastlink.ca 
Spaces are limited, so register early. Don't be disappointed!
REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS: February 14, 2009 – no refunds after this date but substitutions will be accepted.
Don't miss this incredible seminar.  This is the first time Dr. Hutchinson has been to the Maritimes!!!

May 10 2008  Hampton, NB
An Obedience SEMINAR WITH CAROLYN DOCKRILL
Location - Hampton Community Center ( Exit 158), Main Street Hampton, NB
Host Club - Kennebecasis Obedience Club
Working Spot - WITH DOGS (10 OPENINGS ONLY) - $65.00 PER ENTRY
Note: The working spots are filled and a waiting list has been started.
UNLIMITED AUDIT PLACES ARE AVAILABLE @ $35.00 PER ENTRY (NO DOGS).
Registration Form go to www.kennebecasisobedienceclub.com 
For further information contact Marg Bethune at (506) 832-7692 or email to mbethune@nb.aibn.com

May 17 2008  Fredericton, NB
Introduction to Tracking - Seminar & Workshop
 Presented by - Heather MacLeod  CKC Tracking Judge – All Levels
Member of CAPPDT (Canadian Association of Professional Pet Dog Trainers)
Schedule:
Classroom seminar begins at 9:30 am
Classroom: Learn about scent theory, different tracking sports and styles, equipment requirements, training resources, testing and titling. Define your objective/goal.
 
Lunch break: 12:00 (many restaurants are nearby)
 
Workshop portion begins at 1:00
Field work: Learn how to give your dog a solid foundation that can carry you from TD through to TDX and/or TR1 to 3. Learn an alternate method for beginning with hard surface tracking.
 
Q&A / Wrap-Up Session (indoors)
 
Cost:
With Dog*: $50 + HST = $56.50
Without Dog: $40 + HST = $45.20
 Limited to 20 participants
Pre-registration Required. Phone 506-459-4789 or e-mail: info(at)thebarkinglot.ca
 
*Please note: working spots are limited to 8 dogs, and dogs are not allowed inside the building.

June 14-15, 2008  Moncton, NB
Brenda Aloff Get Connected Seminar
Hosted by: Dog Logik Training & Productions
Cost: $175.00 for audit seat - $275 for working dog seat
All seats limited, book early to avoid disappointment...seminar has sold out every year!

Contact: Victoria Craig at 506-372-4267or email at victoriacraigc103@yahoo.ca

This seminar will focus on, but not necessarily be limited to, the following topics: the get connected protocol (a series of exercises designed to increase understanding and improve relationship), canine behaviour, positive reinforcement and boundaries, body language, designing training challenges for your dog, overcoming technical reasons for noncompliance and emotional states during training.

Come experience the Brenda Aloff connection. New protocols and exercises to see and learn in this 2008 seminar! Also...new format for 2008...you will see more practical work with the dogs!

Brenda Aloff is a professional dog trainer and Maxwell Award winner specializing in solving behaviour problems. Much of her clientele consists of dogs referred to her when other methods have failed.

She is the author of Get Connected With Your Dog, Canine Body Language - A Photographic Guide, Aggression in Dogs: Practical Management, Prevention & Behaviour Modification, and Positive Reinforcement-Training Dogs in the Real World.
As well, Brenda has a DVD out called Brenda Aloff’s Fundamentals: Foundation Training For Every Dog.
She is a member of NADOI, The International Association of Dog Behaviour Counselors and APDT.

[Brochure & registration form]

July 19, 2008  Ripples, NB
WC Seminar for Retrievers
Hosted by: Maritime Golden Retriever Club
Presenter: Dan Yeomans
Cost: $40.00 per person
[Info & registration form]

Canine First Aid Course
Date: Mar. 8/08 - course postponed to this date thanks to the weather
Location: Summerside PE
[Info Flyer]

12^{th Annual Educational Conference
Annual General Meeting And Market Place
April 18th, 19th, 20th, 2008
Travelodge Hotel Ottawa, Ont. Canada
A Capital Idea …Exploring The Relationship With Pets
We are honoured to present:
Keynote Speakers
Bob Bailey, Philly Hennessey, Phil Arkow, Don Hanson,
Dr. Simon Gadbois, Dr. Jesus Rosales-Ruiz
Workshop Presenters
Anne Douglas, Joan Orr, Dee Ganley, Jacinthe Bouchard, Patrice Robert,
Dr. Beltran DVM, Edie Jane Eaton, Dr. Alison Seely DVM,
Well behaved dogs are welcome at the hotel (No Charge)
Narrated Bus Tour of City and RCMP Stables included
For conference rates and to download a registration form visit www.cappdt.ca or if you have any questions pleasecall (613) 591-6228}