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Established 1954 Affiliated with the Victorian Canine Association Northern Obedience Dog Club Patron: The Mayor of Moonee Valley NOTE: The Committee of NODC Inc. and the editor of the Howler reserve the right to edit all copy including advertising. The opinions expressed in articles published in the Howler are not necessarily those of the Committee or the editor. The Club assumes no responsibility for false or misleading claims made in copy submitted to this newsletter. Proudly sponsored by Strathmore Community Bank ® Branch Upcoming Events Winter Classes Sunday 10am-10:50am Puppies, Classes 2, 4, 6 Sunday 11:10am-12pm Classes 1, 3, 5, 7 Wednesday 7pm-8pm All classes; no Puppies 1 October Membership Renewals due 4 October Members Individual Testing Day & BBQ. (All Classes at 10.00am) 1 November Melbourne Cup Holiday Weekend NO CLASSES 8 November Applications for titles close.

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Established 1954

Affiliated with the

Victorian Canine

Association

Northern Obedience Dog Club Patron: The Mayor of Moonee Valley

NOTE: The Committee of NODC Inc. and the editor of the Howler reserve the right to edit all copy including advertising. The opinions expressed in articles published in the Howler are not necessarily those of the Committee or the editor. The Club assumes no responsibility for false or misleading claims made in copy submitted to this newsletter.

Proudly sponsored by

Strathmore Community Bank®

Branch

Upcoming Events

Winter Classes

Sunday 10am-10:50am

Puppies, Classes 2, 4, 6

Sunday 11:10am-12pm

Classes 1, 3, 5, 7

Wednesday 7pm-8pm

All classes; no Puppies

1 October

Membership Renewals

due

4 October Members Individual

Testing Day & BBQ. (All

Classes at 10.00am)

1 November

Melbourne Cup Holiday

Weekend

NO CLASSES

8 November

Applications for titles

close.

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From the Editor

Another successful trial over thanks largely to the efforts of

Trial and Club Secretary GlenyBarnes and President Marcia

Hall.

Members now have an opportunity to try competition

conditions on 4 October on the Members Individual Testing Day

as well as enjoying a BBQ. Hopefully all will join in and have

fun. Barbara van Meurs

Committee 2015

President Marcia Hall

Vice President Leo Carroll

Secretary Glenys Barnes

Treasurer Nancy Evans

General Committee Barbara van Meurs Cheryl Yeoh Janelle Dang Jennifer Godber Judith Hillyear Kirti Bhatt Phil Cottrell Roger White Tracey Sharman

Training Sub-committee

Frances Hammer Peter Dapiran Roger White

Volunteer Ray O’Shannessy

Howler Editorial

Marcia Hall Glenys Barnes Denise Gardner Barbara van Meurs

Write or contribute an article, story, photo,

comic, joke, idea, etc. to the Howler!

All we need is your Name & your Source!

President’s Podium

.

To Glenys and Ian our thanks for the many hours you both

worked to ensure that the day ran smoothly. To Barbara, Kirti,

Janelle and Pauline thank you for your work in the kitchen, to

Denise, Keith, Rob, Rhonda and helpers on the BBQ, Judi at the

clubhouse, and to all those people who helped with the rings

and equipment a big thank you to you all.

Just a reminder: renewal of fees commences on the first

Sunday in October. Make sure you bring your current vaccination

certificate to show the ladies at the desk when you come to pay

your fees.

The Annual General Meeting will be held on Sunday 29

November. Please make sure you have applied for any trophies

that you are eligible for. The last day to apply for this is Sunday

8 November. If you wish to nominate someone for one of the

special awards please let a committee member know so that

the nomination can be considered.

The next Members Testing Day will be held on4 October. You

will have a chance on this day to immortalise your dogs’ paw

prints forever.

Remember a few minutes every day training your dog will bring

excellent results. Marcia Hall

My thanks to all the volunteers who worked so

hard to make the Trial Day a resounding success,

without everyone pitching in and helping on these

days the Trials would not run as smoothly as they

do. Many people worked extremely hard on the

day but a few people need a special mention.

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Penny WINDLOW AND FLETCHER

Fletcher has earned his RAE2, RAE3,

and Neutered Champion Titles

REMINDERS Please keep a lead on your dog at all

times, even between classes, unless

asked to remove it by your class

instructor.

Remember to adhere to Club Rules and

listen to the instructors.

While you are at the Club you are

responsible for you and your dog’s

actions. Ensure there is sufficient space

between each dog so that they are

unable to play with another dog or

make another dog feel uncomfortable.

CONGRATULATIONS! TITLE WINNER

Class TIMES Classes for the rest of 2015 start at

10a.m. for Puppy & “Even numbered classes”, and 11a.m. for “Odd

numbered classes”.

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BARK FOR LIFE

Pooches pound pavement for Cancer COUncil

The special love and care that only a canine best friend can provide will be celebrated at

Bark For Life, an Australian-first fundraising event where dogs and their human pals can

team up to support Cancer Council Victoria.

Bark For Life is the first fundraising event in the country that honours the caring qualities of dogs during a

cancer experience. The daytime event is an offshoot of the popular Relay For Life and will be held for the first

time at Jells Park in Wheelers Hill on Sunday 11th October, 2015.

Canines aren't just for cuddles. Research shows that not only do dogs provide companionship for those with

cancer but they can also lower their owner's blood pressure, decrease stress and anxiety, improve their owner's

mood, increase their levels of activity and act as a social magnet - all of which can aid in cancer treatment and

recovery.

At today's event launch Cancer Council Victoria Fundraising Director Andrew Buchanan said: "Dog owners

know their best friends are there no matter what happens. Bark For Life is a chance for all of us to give thanks

to the four-legged supporters who are there for the almost 30,000 Victorians diagnosed with cancer each year,

while raising vital funds for cancer research, prevention and support.

"I'd encourage dog lovers from across Victoria to gather the pack, and start barking back against cancer at this

unique event."

Bark For Life is an exciting new initiative of

Cancer Council Victoria to celebrate the

relationship between cancer survivors and their

dogs. The inaugural Australian Bark For Life will

bring together dogs and their human companions

to raise vital funds to support Cancer Council

Victoria. Each dollar raised through Bark For Life

will help fund research, prevention programs and

support services for those affected by a cancer

diagnosis.

The special dog themed Relay will be a shorter

version of the popular overnight Relay For Life

event so dogs and their owners can enjoy a walk

whilst celebrating cancer survivors and

remembering loved ones lost.

The inspirational and empowering experience will

take place at Jells Park South in Wheelers Hill on

Sunday 11th

October.

Any support would be greatly appreciated.

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Lisa Westphal was diagnosed with non-Hodgkin lymphoma in 2007, and her Staffy-cross Spike kept her

company throughout her treatment. "When I was having a bad day, just the simple act of patting Spike helped

me stay positive. During six months of treatment my husband and kids would go to work and school leaving me

home - but I was never really alone as Spike would always be there to keep me company."

Spike also played a significant role in Lisa's recovery, and helped her on the way to becoming cancer-free. "As

my strength built up, he was a great excuse to go to the park for short walks and over time I built up my energy

with longer walks," she said. Lisa is now fully recovered, and manages the Relay for Life program at Cancer

Council Victoria.

Getting involved in Bark For Life is easy. People can register online, get fundraising and gather together on

October 11 to complete a walk to honour cancer survivors, remember loved ones lost and celebrate the caring

qualities of dogs during a cancer experience.

The event will also feature dog activities, dress up contests, team and community fundraising activities, music

and food.

Register now at www.cancervic.org.au/bark

Photo: Ms Westphal said her dog Spike played a big role in her recovery (ABC Local: Clare Rawlinson)

_____________________________________________________

Members Individual Testing Day

& BBQ - FORMERLY A CLUB FUN DAY

Photo by Lynn Phillips

4

54Election of ordinary members

(1) A single election may be held to fill all of those positions.

(2) If the number of members nominated for the remaining positions of ordinary committee

member is less than or equal to the number to be elected, the Chairperson of the meeting

must declare each of those members to be elected to the position.

(3) If the number of members nominated exceeds the number to be elected, a ballot may be

held in accordance with rule 55 if so required by a majority of the members present.

Alternatively voting will be by a show of hands.

On Sunday 4 October NODC is holding an individual testing day for club members instead of normal classes. This is your chance to take part in a competition and hopefully get that class promotion. As usual there will be a free BBQ but also an opportunity for members to obtain Paw Casts of their dogs from the firm Paint a Pot. Castings start from $25

Photo by Lynn Phillips

As usual there will be a free BBQ.

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Submitted by Barbara Van Meurs

Annual General Meeting

The Club’s Constitution requires that an Annual General Meeting be held within 5 months of the end of

the club’s financial year. This year the NODC financial year ends on 30 September 2015.

To comply with this requirement the club will hold its AGM on Sunday 29 November 2015.

Members often do not appreciate the need to attend these meetings however in order to hold a valid

meeting a quorum of 5% of members entitled to vote is required.

The main business of the AGM concerns the election of the next Committee which consists of the

following:

The Committee consists of Office Bearers—

(a) a President; and

(b) a Vice-President; and

(c) a Secretary; and

(d) a Treasurer; and

(e) ordinary members up to a maximum of 10.

(The four Office Bearers of the Committee must be financial members of the Victorian

Canine Association Incorporated. Committee members must have each been a

voting member of NODC for 3 months prior to election.)

The Constitution can be read on the NODC web page however for those who are interested

S52 provides that during a period commencing two months prior to the

AGM and ending one week prior to the AGM an eligible person may

nominate for a position on the Committee.

Should the number of nominations be less than the maximum allowed those nominated

will be deemed elected. Other vacant positions may be filled at the AGM in

accordance with S 54 which details the voting procedure.

As the nomination period will commence at the end of September 2015 members who are

interested in nominating should ensure that their membership is financial at the time of

the AGM.

Membership renewal is due on 1 October 2015 and, although the club allows a 3 month

grace period for renewal, members must be financial to nominate for the Committee and

also to vote at the AGM.

Committee members play an important part in running the club on behalf of the members

and people are needed to take office bearer roles such as President, Secretary and

Treasurer as well as general roles arranging social events and dog competition events.

NODC and the

CONSTITUTION

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NODC OBEDIENCE AND RALLY TRIALS 2015 MEMBER RESULTS Class: AM – Community Companion Dog 2 Judge: Mrs Lynn Klecka

1st Kate Baker Ubersein The Magic's Back Rottweiler 94 points

3rd Jennifer Godber Watermill Lillibet Lace RA Papillon 89 points

4th Ms B G Burnup Doenitz Burnup Schnauzer 88 points

5th Mr R & Mrs H White Magyar First Zaffron Hungarian Vizsla 87 points

Class: AM – Open / Companion Dog Excellent Judge: Mr Ray Ashman

2nd Anna Del Bono Ch Nordenstamm Zara CD RE ET Belgian Shepherd Dog (Malinois) 167 points NQ

3rd Ms P Windlow Neut Ch Daventri Midnight Dash CD RAE3 ET Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 156 points NQ

Class: AM – Rally Novice Judge: Ms Tania Schumann

15th Ms B G Burnup Doenitz Burnup Schnauzer 76 points

Class: AM – Rally Advanced B Judge: Mr Fred Brueckner

3rd Anna Del Bono Ch Nordenstamm Zara CD RE ET Belgian Shepherd Dog (Malinois) 95 points

Class: AM – Rally Advanced A Judge: Mr Fred Brueckner

4th Jennifer Godber Watermill Lillibet Lace RN Papillon 81 points

Class: AM – Rally Excellent B Judge: Mr Mark Klecka

1st Anna Del Bono Ch Nordenstamm Zara CD RE ET Belgian Shepherd Dog (Malinois) 98 points

Special Awards Morning Trial

Highest Scoring Northern Member in Trial Anna Del Bono Ch Nordenstamm Zara CD RE ET Belgian Shepherd Dog (Malinois) 167 points NQ

Colin Hall Memorial Sash Awarded to Highest Scoring Northern Member in Novice Class John O’Sullivan Santamaria Darcy CCD Golden Retriever 102 points NQ

Trish Blundell Memorial Sash Awarded to Highest Scoring Northern Member in CCD Class Kate Baker Ubersein The Magic's Back Rottweiler 94 points

Class: PM – Community Companion Dog Judge: Mr Barry Cotton

1st Kate Baker Ubersein The Magic's Back Rottweiler 97 points 4th Mr R & Mrs H White Magyar First Zaffron Hungarian Vizsla 92 points

Class: PM – Novice / Companion Dog Judge: Mr Mark Klecka

5th Dr Pam Oliver Magpielane Racing Wind CCD RA AD Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever 186 points

Class: PM – Open / Companion Dog Excellent Judge: Mrs Noel McIlroy

1st Mr R M Sciberras Spritzee Stealingmoments CD RA Schnauzer (Miniature) 182 points

2nd Ms P Windlow Neut Ch Daventri Midnight Dash CD RAE3 ET Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 147 points NQ

Class: PM – Rally Novice Judge: Mr Fred Brueckner

15th Ms B G Burnup Doenitz Burnup Schnauzer 72 points

Class: PM – Rally Excellent B Judge: Mrs Lynn Klecka

5th Anna Del Bono Ch Nordenstamm Zara CD RE ET Belgian Shepherd Dog (Malinois) 93 points

Class: PM – Rally Excellent A Judge: Mrs Lynn Klecka

6th Dr Pam Oliver Magpielane Racing Wind CCD RA AD Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever 77 points

Special Awards Afternoon Trial

Highest Scoring Northern Member In Trial

Dr Pam Oliver Magpielane Racing Wind CCD RA AD Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever 186 points

Colin Hall Memorial Sash Awarded to Highest Scoring Northern Member in Novice Class John O’Sullivan Santamaria Darcy CCD Golden Retriever 142 points NQ

Trish Blundell Memorial Sash Awarded to Highest Scoring Northern Member in CCD Class Kate Baker Ubersein The Magic's Back Rottweiler 97 points

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AROUND THE GROUNDS

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SOME CLUB AWARD WINNERS

and WORKERS

All Photos by Lynn Phillips

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At that point I have to zip my mouth, after all it's not my dog and I don't know the details, but I start asking myself why would a dog not come back to the KEEPER OF THE TREAT BOX, the BELLY SCRATCHER, the EVERY

DAY SANTA who has squeaky toys in at least 3 pockets, the FUN MACHINE?

Let's go back to basics and see if a step got missed out which might help. If you start from the premise that dogs love to play and sniff their “p-Mail”, and in their experience, these wonderful activities stop when they return when called, then it is not difficult to understand why a dog is not happy to return.

However if my handler only touches my collar or puts my lead on for 3 seconds and then takes it off and tells me to go play again, that's all OK! This simple trick should be done the moment a puppy takes their place in your home. Sit down somewhere quiet where you can control the environment with toys or another dog and tell the dog to go play, then call your dog back to you and reward him/her. This can involve food treats, a special toy, or you rolling around on the floor making silly noises ready to tickle returning pup. Who said owning a dog wasn't dignified?

If you have a dog which can be a little wilful or you are uncertain how far away to let them go, perhaps a long lead can be used to keep control whilst allowing freedom to build up the distance. Remember the hairball on the end of the line is not a fish to be reeled in. The aim is you are the FUN FACTORY and the dog wants to

come to you.

Continue this call back activity throughout the dogs’ active life to reinforce that you are the best thing since sliced bread or mobile phones.

A few things to remember with the COME command. Use it sparingly as it can lose its power if continually repeated and avoid chasing your dog if they disobey the

command, as you would just be creating a great fun game. Try to avoid using it in association with something the dog dislikes like grooming or you leaving it in isolation. And never use it when you are angry!

There are many reasons why an owner is uncomfortable letting their dog off lead in a safe area... “My dog was attacked once”; “my dog doesn't like other dogs”, are just the tip of the iceberg, but many of these are solvable with assistance and patience.

Read and feel free to ask questions... and enjoy the best recall every day, when your dog rushes to greet you when you come home.

Photo by Lynn Phillips (Shadow and Wilbur)

Glyn Burnup THE RUNAWAY DOG

Looks like Spring is on the way and so it's more fun to be out and about with the pooch. Hope PAWS for THOUGHT is helping with the odd problem.

It is surprising how many people won't let their dog off lead in a lead free

area and give the following reasons ........ My dog won't come back or it will run away.

Have a question for our instructors?

Submit your questions to “Paws

for Thought”

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Big Warm Welcome to Our New Club Members!

New Members Pet Name Breed

New Members Pet Name Breed Lily Natoli Gizmo Pomeranian Danielle Le Grand Robber Whippet

Lyn Celotti Kai Golden Retriever Bradley Sinnott Taco Groodle

Tony Addley Emma Commadeur

Kim Berry Brady Border Collie Michael Courtney Billie

Hayley Lewellin Ebony German Shepherd

Troy Harding Millie Maltese X Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Hayley Lewellin Ace German Shepherd Andrea Godden Bobby Poodle (Toy)

Maggie Germaine Spud Kelpie X Border Collie Taner Aykac Max Golden Retriever

Monica Hughes Daisy Cavoodle Sally Barclay Molly Moodle

Rebecca Downing Khalessi Doberman Ron Barclay

Megan Mahon Sami Doberman X Weimaraner

Natalie Baker Francis Golden Retriever

Abby Harrison Dusty Australian Shepherd Adam Baker

Aaron Mountjoy Buddy Cavoodle Jo Martin Matilda Golden Retriever

Melissa Mountjoy Rich Martin

Kimberley LyFord Pintxos Standard Schnauzer Taylor Hotchkin Jax Siberian Husky

Fiona Phillips Sadie Rottweiler Olivia Roksandic Zeke English Staffordshire

Fiona Lofthouse Billie Boxer Zoran Roksandic

Tahnee Hales Nero Labradoodle Lucas Nikoloski

Nicholas Gontscharow

Lori Casson Leo Pomeranion X Chihuahua

Joel Barta Becky German Shepherd X Jim Tektonopoulos Shelby Cavoodle

Meg Scott Otis Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Kirsten Clarke Jett Maltese X

Piere Scott Elizabeth Berns

Laura Brandt Sebi Cavoodle Jessica Buchanan Chow Spoodle

Michael Tasevski Ollie Bull Mastiff Lucy Sullivan Asha Border Collie

Kirra Callaghan Julie Carroll Xena Portuguese Water Dog

Helen Gabriel Rosie English Cocker Spaniel

Class Promotions – CONGRATULATIONS!!

DATE HANDLER DOG CLASS DATE HANDLER DOG CLASS 16/08/2015 Janelle Dang Mimi 3-4 26/08/2015 Wendy Orams Rookie 2-3

16/08/2015 Julia Laino Poppy 1-2 30/08/2015 Karla Durr Willow 2-3

16/08/2015 Lisa Grieaspoor Pearl 3-4 30/08/2015 Kimberley Lyford Pintxos p-1

16/08/2015 Lisa Hodgkin Perni 2-3 30/08/2015 Matthew Chalklen Rigby 1-2

16/08/2015 Margaret Camilleri Bailey 1-2 6/09/2015 Andrea Bealbarez Shade p-1

16/08/2015 Melanie Middleton Penny 3-4 6/09/2015 Brenda Bagally Peppa p-1

16/08/2015 Sharni McLeish Oscar 1-2 6/09/2015 Carol Weiland-Monaghan Valentino p-1

16/08/2015 Vivien Renzella-Rose Coco 1-2 6/09/2015 David Opar Pencil p-1

23/08/2015 Adam Demase Arnold P-1 6/09/2015 Gabriel Ocampo Shade p-1

23/08/2015 Grace Kostelenos Arnold P-1 6/09/2015 Josie Tighe Rochet p-1

23/08/2015 Jacq Choo Kiwi P-1 6/09/2015 Kellie Riddell Karma 3-4

23/08/2015 Luis Aranguien Hetzie 1-2 6/09/2015 Kylie Ticehurst Snoppy p-1

23/08/2015 Nico Liao Kiwi P-1 6/09/2015 Michael Courtney Billie p-1

23/08/2015 Nicolas Kirkland Winston 2-3 16/08/2015 Janelle Dang Mimi 3-4

23/08/2015 Susan Reid Molly 2-3 6/09/2015 Paul Forsyth Harvey p-1

26/08/2015 Jason Montgomery Watson 2-3 16/09/2015 Helen Chapman Rumpole 3-4

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Class Exercises

Class Six

Full Open Program

Class Seven

Full UD Program

Puppies (8 weeks to 24 weeks) No exercises are tested for promotion to next class:

Socialisation with all puppies on lead;

Retrieve on the flat on lead;

Recall on lead;

Puppy push up

Heeling on a short lead;

Examination of Puppy;

Stays;

Games, Q&A Session.

Class 2 Exercises tested for promotion to next class:

All Class One exercises plus:

Heel slow pace;

Right turn;

Recall on lead dog to sit in front of the handler;

Stand Stay;

Stand for Examination (handler in front) (Food may be used as a lure.);

Drop from Sit (beside and in front of handler).

Other exercises to be taught but not tested:

Retrieve on the flat (on lead);

Dog Introduction.

Class 4 (Community Companion Dog) Exercises tested for promotion to next class:

All Class 3 exercises plus,

Heel on lead with lead in the left hand;

Small amount of heeling off lead;

All stays off lead (when dog is reliable, long lead if not) (Sit 1 minute Down 3 minutes);

Recall and return to dog.

Other exercises to be taught but not tested:

Retrieve on the flat off lead;

Drop from the Stand position (handler in front of dog);

Finish to the recall;

Ring Craft.

Class 1 Exercises tested for promotion to next class:

Heel normal pace;

Sit;

Stand (alongside handler);

Right-about Turn;

Sit Stay (complete exercise);

Recall on lead (Dog does not have to sit)

Other exercises to be taught but not tested:

Retrieve on the flat (on lead);

Drop. Class 3 Exercises tested for promotion to next class:

All Class Two exercises plus:

Heel fast pace;

Heel in figure 8 including sits;

Automatic sit;

Drop while heeling;

Left turn and Left about turn. (both methods);

Stand for examination (handler in front.) (Food may be used only as a reward.);

All stays progressing to lead on ground (Sit 30 sec Down 1 minute)

Finish to recall on lead;

Recall off lead dog; dog to sit in front.

Other exercises to be taught but not tested:

Retrieve on the flat on lead.

Class 5 (Novice) Exercises tested for promotion to next class:

All Class Four exercises plus,

Heel free;

Recall off lead (complete exercise 12 metres);

All stays off lead if reliable. (Sit 1 minute down 3 minutes);

Stand for examination off lead;

Retrieve on the flat.

Other exercises to be taught but not tested:

Commence high & broad jumps;

Ring Craft.

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CLUB ACTIVITIES 2015 All Committee Meetings are held on the 2nd Monday of the month, starting at 7.00 pm.

All Instructors’ Meetings are held on the 1st Sunday of the month, after classes are completed.

Sun, 27 September Obedience & Rally Trial – Melton Obedience Dog Club*.

Mon, 28 September Melbourne Royal Obedience.

Tue, 29 September Melbourne Royal Obedience.

Thu, 1 October 2016 membership renewals due.

Sun, 4 October Members Individual Testing Day & BBQ. (All Classes at 10.00am)

Sat, 24 October Obedience & Rally Trial x2 – Werribee Obedience Dog Club*.

Sun, 25 October Obedience & Rally Trial – Macedon Ranges Obedience Dog Club*.

Sun, 1 November Long Weekend (Melbourne Cup) – NO TRAINING

Tue, 3 November Obedience & Rally Trial – Northcote Obedience Dog Club*.

Sun, 8 November Applications close for end of year trophies.

Sat, 21 November Obedience & Rally Trial x2 – Southern Obedience Dog Club*.

Sun, 29 November Annual General Meeting and Trophy Presentation.

(All Classes at 10.00am)

Sun, 6 December Last day of training.

Sun, 13 December Christmas Break Up – Games Day for dogs and humans.

Sun, 7 February Classes recommence. Summer training times 9.00 am – 11.00 am.

*Club sash donated

Robert’s job is done on a voluntary basis and is time and labour intensive. It also means

that he always has to be present whenever the club is open.

HELP NEEDED

It is essential therefore that members help where appropriate with setting up the puppy

agility equipment and after class by loading it back into the trailer. Buckets of water also

need to be filled, taken out and returned. Any volunteers please speak to Robert.

AROUND THE CLUB

ROBERT LONEY – GROUNDS MANAGER

Most members will have seen Robert not only in

his role as an instructor but about the club

making the arrangements that make dog training

happen. He allocates instructors to classes.

He is the keeper of the keys to the oval and the

Wednesday lights. He drives the club equipment

to the ground and back on Sundays and in

general organises the club training facilities.

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MUSCAT’S DOG MINDING

Come and stay with me when your owners travel.

Have fun safely. We’ll go walking daily.

And you can sleep inside or outside.

But I only want large dogs,

about my size, to play with.