Established 1954

Patron: The Mayor of Moonee Valley

Affiliated with the

Victorian Canine

Association

Upcoming Club Events

1 February

Classes recommence.

Summer training times 9.00

am – 11.00 am

15 March

Maribyrnong Pet Expo –

NODC Stall at Coulson

Gardens, Chifley Drive,

Maribyrnong

5 April

Easter Sunday – NO

TRAINING

12 April

Classes switch to Standard

Training Times – 10.00 am

to 12.00 pm.

Northern Obedience Dog Club

Volume 21 Issue 1

March 2015

It has been a HOT Summer!

Remember to keep your pooch well supplied with fresh water!

For a great summer treat, freeze a meatball into an ice-cube.

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.

Summer Class Times

Sunday 9am-9:50am

Puppies, Classes 2, 4, 6

Sunday 10:10am-11am

Classes 1, 3, 5, 7

Wednesday 7pm-8pm

All classes; no Puppies

A BIG WARM WELCOME TO

ALL OUR NEW MEMBERS!

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The Committee 2015

Welcome to the first edition of the Howler for 2015. The editorial staff, comprising of Glenys Barnes, Denise Gardner, Cheryl Yeoh and Marcia Hall are looking forward to receiving articles, news items etc that you might like to submit.

A box has been placed at the desk in the Club house for you to submit any items. Please make sure that you acknowledge where any articles have been sourced from.

President Marcia Hall

Vice President Leo Carroll

Secretary Trish Blundell

Treasurer Nancy Evans

General Committee

Barbara Van Meurs Cheryl Yeoh Glenys Barnes Janelle Dang Jennifer Godber Judith Hillyear Kirti Bhatt Phil Cottrell Roger White Tracey Sharman

Training Sub-committee

Frances Hammer

Peter Dapiran

Roger White

Marcia Hall

Volunteers

Rob Fimmel

Ray O’Shannessy

From the Editor

President’s Podium I would like to extend a warm welcome to all new members and I

hope that you are enjoying being members of the Club. To all the

members who have renewed a warm welcome to you also and I

hope that you will have a very successful training year.

Remember that Rally O and Agility classes will be offered to

members this year. Rally will be on the 1st and 3rd Sundays and

Agility on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of the month

Should you be lucky enough to place at a Trial or to earn a Title please submit your results so that we can share your good news with others. If there are particular things you would like to see printed in the Howler please let us know so that we can make the club magazine as interesting and informative as possible.

Enjoy your dog and your training

Marcia

Contributors Frances Hammer

Howler Editorial Team

Marcia Hall

Glenys Barnes

Denise Gardner

Cheryl Yeoh

As many of you are already aware our Secretary, Trish Blundell, is ill and has had to

step down from secretarial duties. Our thoughts are with Trish and we look forward

to seeing her back at the Club in the future. My sincere thanks to Glenys Barnes and

Cheryl Yeoh who have taken on these duties. It is very much appreciated.

My thanks to all the members who worked on our stall at the Moonee Valley

Festival. You certainly helped to promote what the Club and responsible dog

ownership is all about. It was lovely to see the dogs interacting with so many

members of the general public.

Remember summer training times are currently in operation. We will revert to winter

times the Sunday after Easter. (No training Easter Sunday) Enjoy your training for

2015. Marcia Hall

FREE tea and coffee before

& after training on Sundays

Sweets & soft drinks are also

available to buy at the shop

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 your own 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.

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Moonee Valley Festival

Over the years, the Club has had a Stall at the Moonee Valley Festival to promote the club and to give members of the general public the opportunity to interact with our dogs. This year was no exception.

Many people made enquiries about joining the club and training their dog. Others simply took the opportunity to come and talk to the members who were manning the stall and to meet many of our well behaved canine members.

The club sincerely thanks those members who attended on the day, without your assistance these meet and greet days would not be successful.

We are really enjoying the attention

Tummy rubs are great.

NEW Summer Class Times

Classes from 1 February will start at 9a.m. until the end of daylight saving time to avoid

the hot late-morning sun.

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18 February 2015, The Canberra Times

Puppy farms and intensive breeding of domestic animals will be banned under new legislation to be introduced to the Legislative Assembly on Thursday.

The new protections for animals forced to breed for the pet market is designed to stop abuses similar to those seen in New South Wales and Victoria in recent years and follows ACT laws enacted in October 2013 which established fines of as much as $11,000 for breaches of a code of practice.

Territory and Municipal Services Minister Shane Rattenbury said his bill was the second element of animal protections included in the governance agreement he signed with Labour to form government after the 2012 election.

Mr Rattenbury said intensive pet breeding operations saw dogs and cats treated as "money-making machines, placing the operator's profit above their animal's health and welfare."

"Life for a female dog or cat in an intensive breeding facility is unimaginable. Animals are often permanently housed in empty pens, deprived of social interaction, exercise and responsible health care for their entire lives.

In an effort to increase profits for the operators, female dogs and cats are continually impregnated and bred as often as possible, sometimes every time that they go into heat."

The intensive breeding of female dogs and cats will become a criminal offence in the territory with tough new penalties for anyone convicted of exploiting animals for the pet market.

New offences, including recklessly allowing a dog or cat to breed contrary to declared standards including on frequency, are expected to be declared following advice from an expert committee.

Mr Rattenbury said a higher offence of intentionally allowing breeding for profit or commercial gain against standards will be created. A code of practice on the breeding and selling of dogs or cats with hereditary defects will also be declared.

A new licensing scheme for dog and cat breeders will be established.

"The scheme has been through extensive industry consultation to ensure that it is simple and resource-effective for breeders," Mr Rattenbury said.

The proposed law has the backing of the ACT RSPCA and campaigners involved in the anti-puppy farm movement Oscar's Law. Campaigners have sought political action on intensive breeding of dogs and cats in a number of Australian jurisdictions.

Oscar's Law campaign founder Debra Tranter welcomed the moves.

"It's a great step forward for the ACT. The tougher legislation in Victoria means a lot of puppy farms are looking to relocate which is why it’s so good the ACT has been quick off the mark in introducing this before parliament," she said.

"Any new legislation is keeping the spotlight on this issue, keeping the pressure on puppy farms and making a difference."

After campaigning since 1993, Ms Tranter said Australian jurisdictions were moving more quickly. She is currently lobbying the New South Wales government to ban puppy and kitten farming.

The ACT's first enforceable Animal Sales Code came into force in late 2013, applying to pet shops, breeders and anyone selling animals as pets.

The code requires hygienic accommodation to meet the needs of animals and can be enforced by RSPCA officers, police and TAMS officials.

It also covers some produce animals, including backyard poultry in the ACT, as well as live animals sold in restaurants and markets such as fish.

Potential Ban on Puppy Farms

Source: http://www.canberratimes.com.au/act-news/assembly-to-consider-new-ban-on-puppy-farms-and-intensive-animal-breeding-20150218-13i6v7.html

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5 Tech Tools For Pet Lovers

As with human activity trackers, you can set goals and easily view activity in a sleek dashboard. If your dog exhibits any behavioral changes, Whistle can alert you so you can check it out. Another great feature? The ability to auto-generate reports for your vet.

Play With Your Pet Via Smartphone

Petcube, currently a Kickstarter project that looks to have an excellent chance of reaching its funding goal, consists of three awesome components: a wide-angle HD camera, a microphone and speakers and, of course, a laser pointer. This means that while the cat—in this case, the human, meaning you—is away, the mice (your cats or dogs) will play. So will the cat. I mean, you. Unlike that previous paragraph, the Petcube makes a lot of sense. I'm always curious what my pets do when I’m gone. Now I can see for myself and share the best photos and videos of my pet’s shenanigans online.

Talk To And Reward Your Pet Via Smartphone

PetziConnect, which blew past its own crowdfunding goal on Indiegogo, has many similarities to the Petcube. It can take HD photos and videos of your animals and it will let you have a conversation (inasmuch as that is possible) with your pet via two-way audio.

The biggest difference here is that the PetziConnect forgoes a laser pointer for a treat dispenser. Additionally, the PetziConnect plugs directly into a wall outlet, so it isn’t as mobile as the Petcube. Which one is the best fit for you may depend on what excites your pet the most: chasing a red dot or receiving a treat.

Digital Pet ID Tags

If you are still using a regular old “dumb” pet tag, it’s time to get with the times. The PetHub embeds a QR code on the back of a normal metal engraved dog tag that others can scan should they find your lost pet.

Here’s what’s cool: when a person scans your pet’s tag with their phone, it will display your pet's profile and information—plus, and this is the great part, it'll immediately notify you, too. Perhaps this will help cut down on pet piracy (finding someone’s lost pet and not returning it). I mean, who can resist scanning a QR code on a pet tag to see what you might learn?

Find An Awesome Dog Sitter Near You

DogVacay is like Airbnb, but for dogs. Next time you leave town and need someone to watch your pooch for awhile, don’t just drop Fido off at the nearest kennel. Instead, browse hosts online, read reviews, pick the perfect place, schedule it andhit the road with peace of mind.

That last part is important, and DogVacay takes it seriously by hand-approving all sitters (because even humans need to get vetted) and offering comprehensive protection. Additionally, each host must pass an online training course, for what it's worth. Does your usual boarding location offer a 100% guarantee?

Source: http://readwrite.com/2013/10/12/tech-tools-dogs-cats-pets

Remember the robot that walks a bunch of dogs in the movie I, Robot? How awesome would that be—for both the owner and the dogs? I mean, we do have iOS apps for animals now, but Hollywood has trained me to expect more.

Just because dog-walking robots don’t yet exist, there’s no reason pets should be underdogs when it comes to technology. Naturally, I went looking for some cool pet tech and doggonit, I found some! (Now, if only iRobot made a Roomba-like automatic pooper scooper.)

A Fitness Tracker For Your Dog

For humans, there’s Fitbit. For dogs, there’s Whistle, a sleek fitness monitor that attaches to your canine’s collar.Whistle tracks activities like walks, playtime, sleep and even swims (yes, it’s waterproof). Whistle can even track who your dog has been hanging out with (friends or family, for instance).

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City of Maribynong Pet Expo

When : 10am and 2pm, Sunday 15 March 2015

Where: Coulson Gardens Chifley Drive, Maribyrnong

The Pet Expo gives residents of Maribyrnong the opportunity to be entertained and

informed on responsible pet ownership and care for animals.

Channel 10 weatherman, Mike Larkan will MC the event, and visitors will be able to

browse the food stalls while being entertained by the Magical Mountains and Pony

Pantomime show as well as a Bush Poet.

There will be discounted microchipping for $25 and Animal Management Officers and

Vets will be on hand to answer questions about pet registration or animals.

The Pet Expo will have plenty to keep animal lovers and families entertained including:

reptile display, pony rides, merry go round, jumping castles, face painting, dog lure

coursing, animal farm.

Council will also be hosting 3 competitions with prizes on the day:

Best Dressed Pet

Best Pet Trick

Pet that Looks Most Like it’s Owner – If you require further information visit the Council’s website.

The Club will have a stall at the Expo so why not come along after training and join in the

fun.

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Class Promotions

DATE HANDLER DOG NAME CLASS

5/10/14 Pam Child Jed 5 - 6

5/10/14 Rhonda Mc Intyre Mia 3-4

5/10/14 Nicole Barker Gruff 1-2

5/10/14 Jason Montgomery Watson 1-2

5/10/14 Matthew Bills Frankie 1-2

8/10/14 Penny Windlow Penny 3-4

8/10/14 Shay Fullee Demi 3-4

10/10/14 ilan Pitzi P-1

10.10.14 Sean Mudford Cooper p-1

10.10.14 Sophie & James Crotti Lucy p-1

10.10.14 Isabella & Scott Burns Sunny P=1

10.10.14 Peta Law Poppy p-1

10.10.14 Fred Barnard Ruby p-1

10.10.14 Dale walsh harvey 2-3

10.10.14 Megan paape gus 2=3

10.10.14 Jessica taylor dukino 2=3

10.10.14 Roger White Saffron 4-5

15/10 Ondina SAvi Zoe 2-3

19/10 Colum Robson Angus P – 1

19/10 Mark Waldron Jamieson P – 1

19/10 Jenny Godber Lilli 1-2`

19/10 Ruth Branthwaite Gus 2-3

19/10 Sarah Dahlgren Angus 2-3

25/10 Samantha Gagovska Jasper P-1

25/10 Daniel Neish Jasper P-1

25/10 Nola Graham Daisy 1-2

25/10 Helen Cook Monty 1-2

2/11/14 Shannon Walsh Barkley P-1

2/11/14 Belinda Horton Frankie P-1

2/11/14 Michael O’Kane Molly 1-2

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Class promotions (continued)

2/11/14 Ian Gillam Bruno 2-3

5/11/14 Maureen Neilson Pippa 1-2

9/11/14 Peter Hurst Chanel P-1

9/11 Elliot/ & Samara Kelly Booth P- 1

9/11/14 Lauren Cameron Miley 2-3

9 11 14 Pam Oliver Erik 5 - 6

16/11 Louise + David Marshall Humphrey P-1

16/11 Linda Green Juno P-1

16/11 Lisa Sauinders Lucy P-1

16/11 Isabella burns Suny 1-2

16/11 Angus Musgrave Sassy 1-2

16/11 Kyley Daykin Dash 1-2

16/11 Sue Hudson Suzie 2-3

16/11 Ruth Branthwaite Gus 3-4

19/11/14 Charlotte Maxwell Lawrence 1-2

19/11/14 Terri Speirs Didi 1-2

19/11/14 Jenny Godber Lilli 2-3

23/11 Patricia Barlow Maisy P - 1

23/11 Penny Dennerstein Oliver 1-2

23/11 Lisa Saunders Lucy 1-2

23/11 Peter hurst chanel 1-2

23/11 Calum robson Angus 1-2

23/11 Nicholas Tan Cocoa 1-2

23/11 Andrew Edbrooke Murray 1-2

23/11 Indi Rust Eli 1-2

23/11 Geraldine Moloney Walter 2-3

23/11 Darren john Mason 2-3

23/11 Susan Rio Wispa 2-3

23/11 Tania Bezzobs Eva 2-3

23/11 Diana Sciuto Raffael 2-3

23/11 Pam Williams Millie 2-3

23/11 Brendan Regos Miley 2-3

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Class Promotions (continued)

23/11 Brendan Regos Miley 2-3

23/11 Don Matthews Jake 2-3

23/11 Sharon Hatty Ellie 2-3

23/11 Philip Semmel Jessica 4-5

26/11/14 Maureen Neilson Pippa 2-3

30/11 Simone Soek Makali P-1

30/11 Claire Peach Skye P-1

30/11 Gaye Ward Audrey P-1

30/11 Catherine & Lisa Pattison Cali P-1

30/11 Cheryl & Phil Cottrell Sookie P-1

30/11 Simone Soek Makali 1-2

30/11 Raffaela Ieria Max 1-2

30/11 Vanessa Mullaney Ziva 1-2

30/11 Marpa Griekspoor Pearl 1-2

30/11 russell Kanzee 1-2

10/12/14 Matthew Williams Rosco 1-2

1/2/2015 Tara Laursen & Sarahjane Miles P -1 Pixel

1.2.15 Liam Newton P-1 Zerrah

1/2/15 Julie & John Stathis P-1 Axel

1/2/15 Mirabella Stammers P - 1 Ella

1/2/15 Peter & Glenys Lejins p-1 Jassmine

1/2/15 Cory Turp 1-2 Jyana

1/2/15 Mirabella Stammers 1-2 ella

4/2/15 Peter Trengove p-1 Harley

4/2/15 Caitlin Mitchell 1-2 Tia

4/02/15 Luke Hatty 1-2 Bentley

8/02/15 Ben Gough P-1 George

8/2/2015 Elizabeth Kemp P – 1 Gus

8/2/2015 Jennifer Rumble P-1 Harry

8/2/2015 Todd Evans & Nina McCallum P-1 Louie

8/2/2015 Raeline Bassett P-1 Zoe

8/2/2015 Melissa Elliott 1-2 Chloe

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11/2/15 Susan Rio Wispa 3-4

11/2/15 Maureen Neilson Pippa 3-4

15/2/15 Kerrie Amrens Banjo p-1

15/2/15 Nicolas Kirkland Winston P -1

15/2/15 Rui Seguchi & Wieger Vos Totti P-1

15/2/15 Judith & Tom Keely Alfie P-1

15/2/15 Anne Thomas Bobbie P-1

15/2/15 Jodie & Sean Baxter P-1

15/2/15 Steve Twomey Daisy P-1

15/2/15 Fleur & Michael Bajraszewski Poppy P –1

15/2/15 Helen Cook Monty 2-3

15/2/15 Sophie Dowse Toby 2-3

15/2/15 Jessica Taylor Jaska 2-3

15/2/15 Clare Condos Colette 3-4

18/2/15 Melissa Elliott Chloe 2-3

18/2/15 Cheryl Yeoh Sookie 1-2

22/2/15 Geoff Turp Kuppar 2-3

22/2/15 Lisa Griekspoor Pearl 2-3

22/2/15 Stuart Upton Foster 1-2

22/2/15 Michelle cuce Boss 1-2

22/2/15 Tara Laursen Pixel 1-2

22/2/15 Peter Trengove Harley 1-2

22/2/15 Chris Lewis Bronx 1-2

22/2/15 Nathan Harley Minnie 1-2

25/2/15 Sam Sacchetta Billy 1-2

Congratulations to all the handlers and dogs who have passed into the next class.

Keep up your regular training and you will be amazed at how quickly you will progress through

the classes. If you experience difficulty with a particular exercise speak to your Instructor. They will be only too happy to assist you in overcoming the problem or they will direct you to someone who will be able to give you advice.

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Rally O

What is Rally O?

Rally O is a new dog sport based on traditional Obedience but carried out in a more relaxed format. In

Rally participants are able to talk to their dogs, you can use as much verbal praise and petting as you wish.

As a result handlers and dogs really enjoy the activity. The dogs are learning many skills that can be

applied to everyday activities with your dog.

It is seen as a great way to introduce dogs to participating in traditional Obedience Trials. It is a great way

for dogs of all ages and abilities to begin competing. It is a great way for shy or timid dogs to gain

experience as they do not have to undergo examination by a judge. The fact that you can continually

praise your dogs also helps overcome their anxiety.

The handler and dog work their way around a course that consists of numbered signs with instructions on

them that let the participants know what they have to do. There are three levels for dogs and handlers to

compete in.

Novice is the first level and the dog works on lead and the exercises the dog is required to complete are

reasonably simple. The next two levels are Advanced and Excellent. In these levels the dogs are required

to work off lead and the exercises they must complete include jumps and more difficult exercises

including ignoring food or toys. In the Excellent class there is a long stay on lead.

At each level the dog and handler start with 100 points and points are deducted for any mistakes made,

having a tight lead or not completing an exercise correctly. At competition level the team is timed and the

fastest team with the most points is declared the winner. Each level requires three passes before the dog

can move to the next level of competition. The rally courses are designed by the judge and at each trial

you enter the course will be different. Before the competition starts handlers walk the course to see what

exercises are required for the particular course.

You can download a copy of the signs used so that you can start teaching your dog what they need to

learn to compete in this discipline. The Club offers you the opportunity to become involved in Rally by

practising various courses. The Rally ring is set up on the first and third Sunday of the month. It is

recommended that dogs be in Class Three before you start using the ring.

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Nose Works Workshop

The Club is offering members the opportunity to participate in a Nose Works workshop.

Introduction to Nose Works Training Course

Where: Northern Obedience Dog Club Clubhouse

When:

Saturday April 18th

Saturday April 25th

Saturday May 2nd

Time: 2 – 5 p.m.

Cost: $75.00

Participants: Minimum of 4 dogs – Maximum of 8.

If you are interested in participating in this workshop please see Frances Hammer for further details and

to pay your money.

If the last course is any indication places will fill up very quickly so it will be enrolled on a first come first

served basis. Dogs will need to be crated when they are not working. You can use a Club crate or bring

your own.

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Workshops and Guest Speakers This year the Committee and Training Sub-committee are keen to offer to members workshops and Guest

speakers on a variety of topics.

If you are particularly interested in learning more about a particular topic or participating in a specific

workshop to learn new skills please put your suggestions into the Howler box at the main desk. We will

endeavour to meet your requests.

Please see the details above for the first workshop that is being offered. If there are too many

applications for this course, another one will be run.

1.

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Class Exercises

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, Question & Answer Session.

Class One

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 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 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 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 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.

Class Six

Complete Open routine

Class Seven

Complete Utility routine

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OBEDIENCE & RALLY TRIAL CALENDAR 2015 For schedules check noticeboard or visit – www.vicdog.com/trials.htm

07 Mar Restricted to Breed O&R Trial – German Shepherd Dog Club of VIC O&A Trial – Warrnambool Dog Training School Inc

8 Aug State Obedience Trial & Obedience Top Dog Final – Dogs VIC Restricted to Breed, O&R Trial – Shetland Sheepdog Club of VIC

08 Mar O&A Trial – Warrnambool Dog Training School Inc 9 Aug State Rally Trials x2 – Dogs VIC

14 Mar O&R Trials x2 – Southern Obedience Dog Club 15 Aug O&A Trial – Wangaratta Kennel & Obedience Club

28 Mar Restricted to Group 5, Obedience Trial & Rally Trial x2 – Border Collie Club of VIC

16 Aug O&A Trial – Wangaratta Kennel & Obedience Club

04 Apr O&R Trials – OTEC, KCC Park 22 Aug Obedience Trial – Westernport Obedience Club

05 Apr O&R Trials – OTEC, KCC Park 23 Aug O&R Trial – Moorabbin & Obedience Dog Club Obedience Trial x1 & Rally Trials x3 – Bendigo Obedience Club

11 Apr O&R Trial – Ballarat Obedience Club 31 Aug Entries close for Northern Trial

19 Apr Obedience Trial - Peninsula Obedience Dog Club Restricted to Group 3, Obedience Trial x2 & Rally Trial – Weimaraner Club of VIC

5 Sep Obedience Trial – Sunbury Obedience Club

26 Apr O&R Trial – Croydon & District Obedience Dog Club 13 Sep O&R Trials x2 – Northern Obedience Club

02 May

Restricted to Group 3, O&R Trial – Hungarian Viszla Club of VIC

19 Sep Obedience Trial - Knox Obedience Club

8-10 May

Restricted to Breed, National O&R Trial – German Shepherd Dog Club of VIC

20 Sep O&R Trial – Ballarat Obedience Club

9 May O&R Trials – Murray Valley Obedience Club Restricted to Breed, Obedience Trial – Welsh Corgi Club of VIC

27 Sep O&R Trial – Melton Obedience Club

10 May

O&R Trials – Murray Valley Obedience Club 28-29 Sep

Melbourne Royal Obedience

16 May

Rally Trial x2 – Wangaratta Kennel & Obedience Club 3 Oct Obedience Trial x2 – German Shepherd Dog Club of VIC

17 May

Obedience Trial x2 – Wangaratta Kennel & Obedience Club O&R Trial – Berwick Obedience Dog Club Restricted to Breed, Obedience Trial – Labrador Retriever Club of VIC

10 Oct Restricted to Group 3 O&R Trial – Golden Retriever Club of VIC

24 May

O&R Trial – Mornington Obedience Club Restricted to Group 3 O&R Trial – Gordon Setter Club of VIC

31 May

Restricted to Group 5, O&R Trials x2 – Working Dog Club of VIC

11 Oct Obedience Trial a.m. & Rally Trial p.m. – Frankston Dog Obedience Club

6 Jun O&R Trials x2 – Bairnsdale Obedience Club 18 Oct Obedience Trial – Eastern Suburbs Obedience Club

7 Jun O&R Trials x2 – East Gippsland Dog Obedience Club (Sale) 24 Oct O&R Trials x2 – Werribee Obedience Club

8 Jun O&R Trials x2 – Gippsland Dog Obedience Club (Morwell) 25 Oct O&R Trial – Macedon Ranges Obedience Club

20 Jun O&R Trial – Hastings Obedience Club 3 Nov O&R Trial – Northcote Obedience Club

27 Jun Restricted to Breed, O&R Trial – Rottweiler Club of VIC 7 Nov Obedience & Rally & Agility Trial – Bairnsdale Obedience Club

28 Jun O&R Trial – Broadmeadows Obedience Club Restricted to Breed, O&R Trial – Australian Shepherd Club of VIC

8 Nov Obedience & Rally & Agility Trials x2 – Gippsland Obedience Club

4 Jul O&R Trials x2 – Warrnambool Dog Training School 21 Nov O&R Trials x2 – Southern Obedience Club

11 Jul O&R Trials x2 – Geelong Obedience Club 24 Nov O&R Trial – OTEC/FOOS

12 Jul O&R Trials x2 – Geelong Obedience Club 28 Nov O&A Trials x2 – Portland Obedience Club

18 Jul Rally Trial – German Shepherd Dog Club of VIC 1 Dec Twilight Obedience Trial - OTEC Committee

1 Aug Restricted to Breed, Obedience Trial – Dalmatian Club of VIC 6 Dec O&R Trial – Croydon & District Obedience Club

Abbreviations: O&R Trials = Obedience & Rally Trials | O&A Trials = Obedience & Agility Trials

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Shop: 493 Mt Alexander Road Moonee Ponds phone: (03) 9370 9019 Web: http://www.countdogulas.com.au/mooneeponds/ email: mooneeponds@countdogulas.com.au 9am-4pm Mon; 9am-5.30pm Tue-Fri; 9am-5pm Sat Public Hols/Sun Closed - except for Special events.

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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.

1 February Classes recommence. Summer training times 9.00 am – 11.00 am.

22 February Moonee Valley Festival – NODC stall at Queen’s Park.

8 March Maribyrnong Pet Expo – NODC Stall at Footscray Park.

5 April Easter Sunday – NO TRAINING

12 April Changing to Standard Training Times – 10.00 am to 12.00 pm.

3 May Members Individual Testing Day & BBQ.

17 May Million Paws Walk RSPCA.

28 June Obedience & Rally Trial – Broadmeadows Obedience Club*.

11 July Obedience & Rally Trial – Geelong Obedience Club*.

8 August State Obedience Trial & Obedience Dog of the Year – Dogs Victoria.

30 August Entries close for Northern Obedience Trial.

5 September Obedience Trial – Sunbury Obedience Club*.

13 September Obedience & Rally Trials x2 – Northern Obedience Club*.

27 September Obedience & Rally Trial – Melton Obedience Club*.

28 September Melbourne Royal Obedience.

29 September Melbourne Royal Obedience.

1 October 2016 membership renewals due.

4 October Members Individual Testing Day & BBQ.

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

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

3 November Obedience & Rally Trial – Northcote Obedience Club*.

8 November Applications close for end of year trophies.

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

28 November Annual General Meeting and Trophy Presentation. (All Classes at 10.00am)

6 December Last day of training.

13 December Xmas Break Up – Games Day for dogs and humans.

7th Feb 2016 Classes recommence. Summer training times 9.00 am – 11.00 am.

*Club sash donated

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Kepala Pet Resort, situated in tranquil countryside, provides five star luxury accommodation,

including large grassed areas where your dog can play safely.

Kepala Pet Resort is operated by Kevin and Pauline Lacy, family and staff.

Visit our website for more information: http://www.kepala.com.au/

We invite you to visit and view our complex prior to making a booking.

Address: 55 Edwards Rd, Diggers Rest, Victoria 3427 | Phone: (03) 9740 1272

Northern Obedience Dog Club Members receive a free lead with every purchase made online at http://www.pethorsefarm.com.au/

Coupon Code – “northodc”

Current specials only available online include the cheapest Frontline on the Internet.

Delivery is our strength and we guarantee you will love our next day, friendly service.

We have everything for the most important member of your household!

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Northern Obedience Dog

Club is a non-profit

organisation staffed by

volunteers dedicated to

promoting the training and

understanding of the dog, so

that it can be accepted as a true

companion in our urban society.

The Club trains people to train their dogs to

be obedient, companionable and useful.

The club provides you with the opportunity

to train your dog, and the fact that our

club and others like us exist, show how

much interest in dog training as a hobby

has increased. Training for most people

can be a hobby that is enjoyed by both

dog and owner.

See our website for more details.

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