💥 Quinte Canine Newsletter

March Newsletter!

With spring just around the corner, we hope you are getting your home prepared for the dreaded doggy-mud season! Yep its that time again! If this is your first mud season or you have taken a break from paw wiping, now is the time get back in the groove. Start slow, maybe just one paw at a time each trip outside now, followed by a mark of 'Yes' and a reward. By starting this work now, it can help save your floors....and maybe even your sanity in the next few months.

With spring quickly approaching we are also very happy to report it is a busy time of year for dog sport enthusiasts. Many scent detection and rally obedience trials are marked all dog house calendars all over the area. Do you want to try something new? We are hosting a tracking workshop in a few months that is very popular so be sure to get your spot asap and try this easy and fun brain challenge for your dog! So popular we have decided to add a second one in the fall!

Your friend,
Yvonne Ferguson, CPDT-KSA, CTDI
Certified Professional Dog Trainer – Knowledge & Skills Assessed, Certified Trick Dog Instructor, Behaviour Consultant - Quinte Canine

Upcoming Classes!

Please visit https://www.quintecanine.com/registration to learn more about our policies.

Scent Detection

For any dog with a nose! The dogs in this class learn to search and find target scents in hidden locations. Students build confidence to work up to competing with their dog in the Sport Detection Dogs Association trials or Canadian Kennel Club trials. This is a great class for dogs of all ages, breeds, special needs and personalities and helps to provide great mental stimulation! Class is $150+HST ($169.50 including taxes)

Basic Scent Detection Level 1 (no prerequisite) - Tuesday April 25 at 1:00pm (Apr 25, May 2, 9, 23, 30 & Jun 13 - no class May 16 & June 6)
Basic Scent Detection Level 2 (prerequisite is level 1) - Tuesday April 25 at 5:30pm (Apr 25, May 2, 9, 23, 30 & Jun 13 - no class May 16 & June 6)
Basic Scent Detection Level 3 (prerequisite is level 2) - Wednesday March 15 at 4:00pm (Mar 15, 22, 29, Apr 5, 12& 19) - this class is offsite at various locations within a 15 minute drive of our facility
Basic Scent Detection Level 3 (prerequisite is level 2) - Wednesday March 15 at 5:15pm (Mar 15, 22, 29, Apr 5, 12& 19) - this class is offsite at various locations within a 15 minute drive of our facility

Novice Trick Dog

Novice Trick Dog classes are designed for ANY dog! Absolutely any age, breed(s) and abilities can learn some fun new tricks! Learn over 25 tricks in this class. All dogs that complete the Novice Trick Dog Class are eligible to receive their Novice Trick Dog Title (NTD). Class is $165+HST ($186.45 including taxes)

Tuesday April 25 at 4:00pm (Apr 25, May 2, 9, 23, 30 & Jun 6 - no class May 16)

Intermediate Trick Dog

Intermediate Trick Dog classes are designed for dogs who have completed the Novice Trick Dog Classes or earned their Novice Trick Dog Title (NTD)! All dogs are eligible to receive their Intermediate Trick Dog Title (ITD). Classes are 6 weeks are $165+HST ($186.45 including taxes)

Tuesday April 25 at 5:30pm (Apr 25, May 2, 9, 23, 30 & Jun 6 - no class May 16)

*New* Advanced/Expert Trick Dog

Advanced/Expert Trick Dog classes are designed for dogs who have completed the Intermediate Trick Dog Classes or earned their Intermeiate Trick Dog Title (ITD)! All dogs are eligible to receive their Advanced and/or Expert Trick Dog Titles. Classes are 6 weeks are $165+HST ($186.45 including taxes)

Tuesday April 25 at 7:00pm (Apr 25, May 2, 9, 23, 30 & Jun 6 - no class May 16)

Registration
To register for any of the above classes visit: https://www.quintecanine.com/registration
Once payment is made and the registration form has been received, we will process your class enrolment and send you an email with all of the details and class handouts. Please note that those who submit both payment and form (payment only needed for existing students) will receive first opportunity to register.

Although the registration process above is always to fastest to secure a space in class, walk-in enrollments are accepted Mondays from 4-4:45pm, Wednesdays 4-4:45pm. Please remember to bring your dogs vaccinations.

Classes are limited in size to provide dogs and handlers with maximum learning opportunities. Because they are limited they often fill quickly. In the very rare case a class does not fill with the minimum number of participants (50%) we may choose to postpone, reschedule or cancel classes. Should this occur, we will provide the option to participants to apply their class registration fee toward the postponed or rescheduled class, an alternative class or provide a full refund.

We have play dates available for puppies and young dogs who are very well socialized and enjoy the company and play of others. Play mates are matched up based on a number of factors to help build your dog/puppies confidence and skills. Play dates are 30 minutes each and are just $15 taxes included, due at the play date. All dogs and puppies joining must be up to date on vaccinations in order to join the fun. If you are new to play dates (have not yet attended one) and would like to join, please email us at quintecanine@hotmail.com, so we can match your dog accordingly.

Please note that if you sign up for a play date and are not able to attend you must provide at least 48 hours notice so we can fill your space, otherwise our standard play date fee still applies. Please be sure to mark your calendar as no reminder emails are sent. Handlers remain with their dog/puppy throughout the play session to learn more about dog communication. Please email us all of the dates/times that you are interested in and available for and we will be sure to match you up as best possible with other dogs/puppies that suit your dogs temperament. In some cases, larger dogs may join small groups and adult dogs may join puppy/small groups - this is based on the temperament of the dog(s).

Play Dates

Wednesday March 8 - 1:30pm - 12-20 weeks
Wednesday March 8 - 2:15pm - Tiny (under 14lbs)
Thursday March 16 - 2:30pm - Tiny (under 14lbs)
Thursday March 16 - 3:15pm - 12-20 weeks
Thursday March 16 - 4:00pm - Small (14-25lbs)
Wednesday March 22 - 1:30pm - Tiny (under 14lbs)
Wednesday March 22 - 7:45pm - 12-20 weeks
Wednesday April 5 - 4:45pm - Small (14-25lbs)
Wednesday April 5 - 5:30pm - Tiny (under 14lbs)
Wednesday April 5 - 6:15pm - 12-20 weeks

Super Sniffer Brags!

Flash & Samantha - SD-S-SP - (Scent Detection Started Special Title) - Started Container, Interior & Exterior - Utopia Trial

Student Brags in February

Novice Trick Dogs - Grace, Sophie, Oscar, Roogie & Mateo

Basic Obedience - Archie, Leroy, Sheila, Teddy & Chicklet

Intermediate Trick Dog - Oliver, Ellis, Edward & Oslo

Teen Basics - Ruby, Auston, Gia, Annie & Trixie

Novice Trick Dog - Dexter, Clover, Hazel & Wicket

Puppy Class - Scottie, Merlin, Zoey, Lily, Murphy & Leo