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August Newsletter!
Welcome to Quinte Canine's newsletter. This a great place to be the first to know about upcoming classes, dog events, student brags and get fun and informative training information.
In this issue: Upcoming Classes, Workshops, Upcoming Community Events, Student Brags, Super Sniffer Success & More!
Letter from the Editor
Dear friends,
The dog days of summer are finally here but that doesn't mean we shouldn't get out with our dogs and enjoy it! A swim, hike or just some training in a new location can all be done in the early morning or late evening to keep our best friends cool!
With August now here it also means the Quinte Humane Society fundraising committee is in full swing preparing for the upcoming Wiggle Waggle Walkathon on Saturday September 14th! There is a new location this year, fun new events and some awesome surprises! We hope you will come out and join us, but better yet even sign up to walk and raise pledges! You can earn Quinte Canine Gift Certificates when you raise money for the shelter! See below for more information and we hope to see you there!
Your friend,
Yvonne Ferguson, CPDT-KSA, CTDI
Certified Professional Dog Trainer – Knowledge & Skills Assessed, Certified Trick Dog Instructor,
Behaviour Consultant - Quinte Canine
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Upcoming Classes!
Since you are one of our lucky newsletter subscribers I am offering you the first opportunity to register for upcoming classes with us! Because classes are limited they can and do fill very quickly. To be fair to all, we cannot hold spaces without completing the registration process. All classes are designed for dog and people friendly dogs who are up-to-date on core and rabies vaccinations.
If you have a dog with special needs please contact us to discuss how we can work with you.
Puppy Class
For puppies under 5 months of age who have received at least their first set of vaccinations. $100+HST
Trenton - 7:00pm - Tuesday September 3, 2019 (Sept 3, 10, 17, 24, Oct 1 & 8) - just a few spaces left
Belleville - 7:00pm - Monday September 9, 2019 (Sept 9, 16, 23, 30, Oct 7 & 21 - no class Oct 14)
Belleville - 5:45pm - Thursday September 26, 2019 (Sept 26, Oct 3, 10, 24, 31 & Nov 7 - no class Oct 17)
Basic Obedience
For dogs over 5 month of age who are up-to-date on vaccinations and are dog and people friendly. $120+HST.
Trenton - 8:15pm - Tuesday September 3, 2019 (Sept 3, 10, 17, 24, Oct 1 & 8)
Belleville - 7:00pm - Thursday September 26, 2019 (Sept 26, Oct 3, 10, 24, 31 & Nov 7 - no class Oct 17)
Basic Scent Detection - Level 2
For any dog who has completed Basic Scent Detection Level 1! $120+HST.
Belleville - 5:45pm - Monday September 9, 2019 (Sept 9, 16, 23, 30, Oct 7 & 21 - no class Oct 14) - just a few spaces left
Novice Trick Dog
Novice Trick Dog classes are designed for any dog and people friendly 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). $145+HST which includes the trick dog title fee.
Trenton - 4:30pm - Tuesday September 3, 2019 (Sept 3, 10, 17, 24, Oct 1 & 8)
Workshop - Fetch!
A one-hour workshop for you and your dog! This workshop is designed for dog and people friendly dogs of all ages and abilities. Current vaccinations are required. Pre-registration is required and spaces are very limited! $20 including tax. (See flyer below)
Belleville - 4:30pm - Thursday Sept 12, 2019
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 enrollment and send you an email with all of the details and class handouts.
Previous students: if you have completed a registration form in the past you do not need to complete one again unless your information has changed or this is a new dog. Please just email us to register.
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.
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For more information or to sign up, visit:
https://www.walk.quintehumanesociety.com
Quinte Canine Students will also earn Quinte Canine Gift Certificates to match the Tim Horton cards they are already earning with different pledge levels! How does $25 or even $50 in Quinte Canine Gift Certificates sound? Start collecting pledges today!
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June Super Sniffer Success!
 Quinte Canine Student Titles, Extra Q's and Special Awards
Rhody & Colleen - SD-MACH (Scent Detection Master Champion) - Excellent Interior at Tottenham Trial
Jessie & Marylyn - SD-CH (Scent Detection Champion) - Excellent Interior, Advanced Container, Advanced Interior, Advanced Exterior at Tottenham Trial
Freya & Janet - SD-S-SP (Started title with Special designation), Started Container, Interior & Exterior, 1st Overall Started Amateur Team - Competitive K9 Trial Kemptville
Daegan & Bruce - Started Container, Started Exterior, 1st Overall Started Exterior Amateur Stream - Competitive K9 Trial Kemptville
Chloe & Kelsi - Started Interior, Started Exterior - Competitive K9 Trial Kemptville
Roxy & Kelsi - Excellent Interior, 1st Place Excellent Interior Amateur Stream - Competitive K9 Trial Kemptville
Ben & Laurie - Excellent Container x2, Excellent Exterior x2, Advanced Interior - Competitive K9 Trial Kemptville and North Gower
Daisy & Glen - Advanced Exterior - Competitive K9 Trial Kemptville
Jessie & Marylyn - Advanced Container, Advanced Interior, Advanced Exterior, 2nd Place overall Advanced Working Team - Competitive K9 Trial Kemptville
Rhody & Colleen - Advanced Exterior - Competitive K9 Trial Kemptville
Thunder & Tina - Advanced Container, Advanced Interior, Advanced Exterior, 1st Place overall Advanced Working Stream - Competitive K9 Trial Kemptville
Abby & Katherine - Excellent Exterior, Advanced Container, Advanced Exterior - Competitive K9 Trial Kemptville and North Gower
Tilly & Rose - Advanced Interior, Excellent Containers - Competitive K9 Trial Kemptville and North Gower
Rhody & Colleen - SDN & SDO (CKC Novice and Open Scent Title) - Novice Containers, Open Containers, Open Interior & Open Exterior - Sarnia Kennel Club
Kenzi & Stephanie - SDIN & SDN (CKC Instinct and Novice Title) - Novice Container, Novice Interior, Novice Exterior, Open Container, Open Exterior - Poodle Club of Canada in Vanessa
Skye & Stephanie - SDIN & SDN (CKC Instinct and Novice Title) - Novice Container, Novice Interior, Novice Exterior, Open Container, Open Exterior - Poodle Club of Canada in Vanessa
Harley & Kate - (SDDA Designed Odor Test) - DOT Wintergreen and DOT Pine - Mr Spot Dog Camp Kingston
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Congratulations to the Super Sniffers smallest dog with the biggest heart: RHODY! Rhody and Colleen have works very hard over the years to build confidence and have fun and it paid off with his Scent Detection Master Champion title this past weekend at the TAMSU Trial in Tottenham Ontario!
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Congratulations to Jessie with Marylyn and Paul for achieving a well deserved Scent Detection Champion title this past weekend at the TAMSU Trial in Tottenham Ontario! Your hard work and super team skills have, and will continue to pay off! Keep up the great work.
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Save the Date
Scent Detection Trial VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Want to learn about detection?
Want to watch scent detection dogs in action?
Want to be a part of a fun, engaging and friendly community?
Then come join our fun!
Quinte Canine is proud to announce that we will be holding another Sporting Detection Dogs Association (SDDA) Trial on Saturday September 7th and Sunday September 8th. (Pending SDDA approval)
In order to hold these fun events, we need volunteers. We are looking for anyone that can commit to one or two days to help out. This is also the BEST way to learn about this fun sport, meet the stars of the sport, watch some dogs have a great time and get to meet other students involved! Come be a part of our community!
Lunch is provided each day!
The trial this fall will be held at 51 Highland Ave Belleville ON
We will need volunteers for the following:
Friday September 6th (evening)
Saturday September 7th - 7:30am - approx 5:00pm
Sunday September 8th - 7:30am - approx 5:00pm
(the end time can vary depending on the number of entries received)
If you are able to help please email our volunteer coordinator Tina at tsaw@arttina.com
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SEEKING: New detection practice locations!
Quinte Canine Scent Detection Students (aka the Super Sniffers) are looking for new and different locations to practice the amazing sport of scent detection! Once students complete classes they are able to join the Super Sniffers (which is a practicing club) and we schedule 3-4 practices per month.
If you have a location (this could be a business, building, home, cottage, etc.) that you would allow our amazing dogs to practice in please let us know by email quintecanine@hotmail.com. It is important for the dogs to get into new locations as often as possible to keep their skills sharp, learn new skills and build confidence.
Practices are normally held on Wednesday (daytime) and Sunday (daytime) but other days can be worked out. This is a great opportunity to learn more about the sport and get a firsthand look at how it all works!
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I can't take my dog to the pond anymore because the ducks keep attacking him.
I guess that's what I get for buying a pure bread dog.
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Student Brags in June!
Basic Obedience - Jaxon, J, Dutchess & Sasha
Basic Scent Detection Level 1 - Popy, Simba, Odin, Raven & Duna
Basic Scent Detection Level 1 - Rigger, Gus, Baron & Marley
Basic Scent Detection Level 2 - Meeka, Bonsai, Ava & Finn
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Community Events
You won't want to miss the fun!
9th Annual Quinte Ride for Paws
Sunday August 25th 2019 at 9:30am
Join Quinte Ride for Paws starting at 9:30am at Centennial Park in Trenton. There will be vendors, a BBQ and some great motorcycles to check out! Click here to learn more about this event in support of local animal charities!
Quinte Humane Societies WIGGLE WAGGLE WALKATHON
Saturday September 14th 2019 at 10:00AM
Tie up those laces and get your pledge sheet ready! Its the Annual Wiggle Waggle Walkathon for the Quinte Humane Society! NEW LOCATION: the Walk will consist of a leisurely stroll through the Fair Grounds in Belleville. This year the event will feature a series of optional Obstacles hosted by Quinte Canine, with opportunities for our canine pals to really have some fun. There will also be Vendors on site displaying their pet related wares and delicious treats, a Kidzone with an obstacle course and other fun activities, a Doggie Cafe with dog friendly treats, and a lunch-time Barbecue with a vegetarian option to tempt your taste buds.
There are some great prizes to be won for pledge collectors and great pledge level rewards! Dont't forget, we will be matching the pledge gift cards dollar for dollar with Quinte Canine Gift Certificates for all Quinte Canine students who raise much needed dollars for the shelter!
Visit: https://walk.quintehumanesociety.com/ for more information
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