K-9 Solutions Dog Training, Inc.: The Fur N Foliage event in pictures

Tuesday, September 29, 2009

The Fur N Foliage event in pictures

Just a few photos I managed to take at the shelters annual dog walk event on Saturday.

The party can start once the dynamic duo arrives.

Who doesn't love that face?

The raffle table. Sadly I did not win the pink "Tiki Hut" dog house though I tried.

Beginning of the walk.

The agility guy decided to no show at the last minute so my gear was brought as the back up plan. Luckily I had some to bring.

Everyone had a blast on trying it out.

Minos made some new friends.

The food area. I can vouch that the hot dogs were fabulous.

Can you guess this guys breed? (photo above)

Giving out the big prizes to the walkers that raised the most in donations. (Congrats Missy!)

Susan and her helper filling out the "show" awards. Dog tags were being engraved at the table to the left.

We had a Santa's photo tent as well.

My sister and her boy kept me company at the table.

And me and my fancy signs. Who doesn't love FREE advice? We had great weather and a very fun crowd. I look forward to next years event.

3 comments:

Hannah said...: Me and my sister (and Lux and Apollo) were SO bummed that we couldn't make it this year. We had to go lobstering and just couldn't manage to switch our schedule. Darn it! It looked so fun! This is the first year we've missed since2004!

Great pics! I'm glad I got to see some of the dogs virtually, at least. :]; October 1, 2009 at 8:10 AM
Amy Carlson said...: The white pup looks like a -
Coton de Tulear; October 1, 2009 at 5:21 PM
Marie said...: Amy, good guess but nope. Try again. :-); October 1, 2009 at 10:44 PM

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My Story

In 1992, after serving for 6 years in the United States Marine Corps, I decided to settle down in my hometown in Mid-Coast Maine. I got my first dog, (as a bona-fide adult) an akita, and joined the local kennel club. I also joined akita rescue and learned alot about the breed. In turn I began helping educate others. This taught me how important training is for ALL dogs. Thus began my (unofficial) foray into the world of dog training.

I worked for a few years at a local veterinarians office and then began working at our local humane society. While there I saw many dogs being given up for simple training issues. About that time the kennel club began looking for a new trainer to teach group obedience classes. I decided I might be able to handle that challenge once I had more official training of my own.

MY TRAINING:

I found an excellent trainer to mentor with and in October of 2001 after a year of hands on training and study I completed my apprenticeship under Lloyd Williams of Bear Brook Kennels. During that apprenticeship, in addition to learning all the basics, I got to assist in the training of police dogs in narcotics, tracking and cadaver dogs with the medical examiners office.

Not only did I learn how to be a dog trainer, more importantly, I learned how to teach owners how they could communicate more effectively with their dogs. I consider that training just the beginning in my canine education. I continue to attend seminars and keep current through reading about recent advancements in dog training methods. I am a former member of The Association of Professional Dog Trainers.

My training was sponsored by The Humane Society of Knox County and The Mid-Coast Kennel Club of Maine.

MY METHODS:

I use positive reinforcement methods whenever possible during training sessions. Positive reinforcement helps make the training experience more enjoyable for both the dog and owner, producing a better learning environment. I also utilize hand signals in my training which is very useful with deaf dogs as well as hearing ones. My methods include lure/reward and marker training. (with or without a clicker depending on owner preference)

MY GOALS:

My goal in training is to help pet owners develop a better relationship with their dogs. Many times that includes teaching about canine communication and behavior. I also like to help dogs stay out of the shelters and in their homes whenever possible. Training for those unruly dogs can make that a reality for some families.

MY OTHER JOBS:

I am currently the trainer for the HSKC's K-9 Corrections program. I also work as a receptionist at a local veterinary hospital.

MY FAMILY:

I am happily married and the mother of two fabulous children.

Dog Training and Behavior Seminars Attended

11-09 Self Control and Focus Games with Dee Ganley CPDT/CABC/CDBC
6-09 Dog to Dog Aggression with Patricia McConnell PhD
7-08 Debunking the Dominance Myth in Training with Jean Donaldson
6-08 PitBull Education Seminar with Drayton Michaels
3-08 Aggression and Canine Compulsion Disorders with Dr. Nicholas Dodman
4-07 How to Talk Dog with Sarah Kalnajs
6-06 Understanding Canine Body Language with Trish King
4-06 Aggression in Dogs 2 Day Seminar with Brenda Aloff
10-05 Play with Me and Feisty Fidos with Pia Silvani CPDT,CABC
2005 Canine Communication, Meet your Match and and Intro to "Safer" Training with Emily Weiss PhD