Canine Activity Holiday with Turid Rugaas and Sheila Harper
A fun learning holiday that you can share with or without your dog surrounded by like-minded people. This could be entitled 'Training for life' - stress free activities,including natural obstacle courses, walks, fun nosework, tracking, training your dog to help you, fun and games and much more! Learn more abouth how dogs communicate, implementing Turid's philosophy in your interaction with dogs. Learn an innovative, gentle and positive approach to understand and working with dogs. The Museum of Cannock Chase is situated right next to Cannock Chase, an ideal area for dog walking. Fabulous outdoor areas
Venue: The Museum of Cannock Chase, Valley Road, Hednesford, Staffordshire WS12 1TD
Contact: For further information visit www.sheilaharper.co.uk or call Yvonne on tel. 01543 878989.

Heelwork to Music for Beginners
An 8 week fun course for beginners/pet dogs will be starting on 8/8/08 (next course to start in December). Maximum of 6 dogs per class.
Venue: Pet Dog Training Centre Stonham Barns Pettaugh Road Stonham Aspal Suffolk IP14 6AT
Contact: Please call the PDTC Centre on 01449 711147, or 07775 588747 or 07708 769748

Opening Communications Workshop
A weekend workshop, devised and presented by Rod Roberts, owner and trainer of the all time record holding dog in Working Trials. Rod says 'Three of the most basic skills in dog training are Praising, Fussing, and Playing with your Dog. When these skills are mastered enhanced Relationship, Motivation, and Concentration will ensue.A dog’s confidence is normally event specific, with these skills that confidence can be lifted to the point where it becomes Self Esteem which is a confident in life. When you have created self esteem and increased motivation, and concentration. Your dog will be happy to work with you to a level rarely previously achieved. We will be working on improving your observational skills, increasing your understanding contextual or micro body language which is the dogs way of communicating with you.' The cost of the weekend Workshop is £140.00.
Venue: North Duffield Village Hall, North Duffield, East Riding of Yorkshire.
Contact: Contact Jenny Olley on tel. 01757 289864 or mobile: 07840 606916. Or email for full details olley@dogfriendly.demon.co.uk

Spa Workshop for Dog Groomers
One day spa workshop for dog groomers. 9.30am to 4pm. Price avalible on enquiry.
Venue: The Sussex Canine Centre, Unit 20, Cliffe Undustrial Estate, South Street, Lewes, East Sussex BN8 6JL
Contact: Ring The Sussex Canine Centre, tel. 01273 475900 or email: sussexcaninecentre@yahoo.co.uk. web: www.sussexcaninecentre.co.uk

Games to play with your dog / class of dogs
With Christina Oxtoby (ICC's Founder and Head Trainer) and the ICC Team. Cost: £20 per handler, £10 per spectator place. 10am-4:30pm.
Venue: Hougham Main Centre (near Grantham, Newark and Sleaford - Lincolnshire, just off the A1.)
Contact: Email Fiona@iccdogtraining.co.uk or ring tel. 01400 230965. Visit www.iccdogtraining.co.uk Details on web-site from 1 March.

Canine Massage Course with Stefanie Rueffer
"Learn how to give your own dog a therapeutic & relaxing massage". Does your dog suffer from athritis? Does your dog suffer from joint disease? Do you want to improve the bonding with yuor dog? Do you want to relax your dog's muscles & nerves? Then this is the right course for you! Handler places £25.00 (strictly limited to 10). Spectator places also available. Course will start at 11.00am (duration approx. 2.5 hours)
Venue: The Pet Dog Training Centre Stonham Barns Pettaugh Road Stonham Aspal Suffolk IP14 6AT
Contact: The PDTC Centre on 01449 7111147, or 07775 588747 or 07708 769748.

Problem Solving with Mike Bacon Using Video Analysis
If you have been having some problems in competition this year, this will be an ideal opportunity to work on them before the end of the season.

• 10.00 – 11.30 Weave training (£10)
• 12.00 – 13.30 Contact Training (£10)
• 14.00 - 16.00 Course Handling (£15)

Canine Activity Holiday including Geocaching
Tired of going on walks to the same old places? Are you interested in a little adventure and playing with toys worth billions of pounds? Join us for an exciting and unusual five day activity holiday, Geocaching is a fun way for you and your dog to join together to discover new places. It is a treasure hunt, with boxes hidden all over the world. All it takes is a GPS unit which will be provided for your use during the course, the internet, and you and your dog - and you are set to go. The fun starts when someone hides a box, he or she then takes the GPS coordinates of the hiding place, and these are later used by others to find the box again. When someone hides the box there is always a GPS inaccuracy, so you and your dog will have to search for the box. To learn more about the sport of Geocaching, please visit Geocaching.com
Venue: The Lamp Room, Museum of Cannock Chase, Valley Road, Hednesford, Staffordshire WS12 1TD
Contact: For further information. please visit www.sheilaharper.co.uk or call Yvonne on tel. 01543 878989

New UKA Judging Seminar - Cornwall
UKA Judging Seminar - 2008 designed and presented by The Derbyshire Agility Centre. New Date at the Royal Cornwall Showground, prior to the UKA Cornwall show Places: 8. The course will commence at 11.00am and finish at approximately 5.00pm - no travelling required and you get to run your own dogs in the afternoon. Designed specifically for anyone in agility who has never Judged before (you do not necessarily have to be a competitor) or those who would like a ‘top up’ on UKA style judging. The course content will cover:-

• UKA Rules
• Judging Ethics
• Health and Safety for dog, handler and Judge
• Classes – Programmes/Levels/Titles
• Course Design and Difficulties
• Course measuring/timing
• Practical Course Design and implementation
• Hands on Judging

Working Trials - Getting Ready for a CD Trial
The aim is to get people who have done the introduction workshops ready to have a go at a CD stake. 2pm – 5pm Cost: £15. This will be the first workshop and there will be regular follow-ups.
Venue: Orchard Farm, Kenn Road, Kenn, Clevedon, North Somerset, BS21 6TT. Orchard Farm is on the B3133 a couple of miles from M5 J20
Contact: ♦ www.diamond-dog-training.co.uk ♦ Ring Mike on tel. 01934 833525 or mobile: 07889 447593or email mike_of_diamonds@yahoo.co.uk

An introduction to Herding for Pastoral Dogs
Find out about herding and how your dog is with sheep, not interested, potential trials dog, killer. It is worth knowing so you can decide how to manage it. Dogs can be any age as their assessment will be managed to suit them. This is for pastoral dogs not terriers or lurchers. Start a 10 am finish at about 1pm. Training will be in a small group (4-6). Cost: £20
Venue: Orchard Farm, Kenn Road, Kenn, Clevedon, North Somerset, BS21 6TT. Orchard Farm is on the B3133, a couple of miles from M5 J20
Contact: ♦ www.diamond-dog-training.co.uk ♦ Ring Mike on tel. 01934 833525 or mobile: 07889 447593or email mike_of_diamonds@yahoo.co.uk

Summer Spectacular Dog Show
A fun day out for all the family with demonstrations all day, photographer for portraits, have-a-go sessions at £1 a go, tombola, raffle and more. 11am-4pm. Charities book your stand space for free. Free entry Trade stands: £8.
Venue: Sussex Canine Centre, Unit 20, Cliffe industrial estate, South Street, Lewes, East Sussex BN8 6JL
Contact: Ring The Sussex Canine Centre on tel:01273 475900 or email: sussexcaninecentre@yahoo.co.uk. Web site: www.sussexcaninecentre.co.uk

Mary Ray Training Day, Suffolk
Cost: £30.00/handler and £17.00/spectator.
Venue: The Pet Dog Training Centre, Stonham Barns, Pettaugh Road, Stonham Aspal, Suffolk IP14 6AT.
Contact: PDTC tel. 01449 711147 or mobile: 07775 588747 or 07708 769748.

Dave Munnings Training at Pachesham
Two 2-hour groups from 6-8pm and 8-10pm for all levels at a cost of £25 per person. I will be working on general handling techniques, contacts, weaves and tightening turns. All my training is fun and motivational. There are also three private slots available from 3pm at £35 an hour. These can be shared by a max of three people.
Venue: Pachesham Equestrian Centre, Randalls Road, Leatherhead, Surrey KT22 0AL. 5 minutes from J9 M25.
Contact: Preferably email me please at munnings_com@hotmail.com or ring mobile: 07917 679210

Wilton Week Training with Jacqui Tarn
Friday afternoon session. 2-5pm. Cost: £25. 8 handlers maximum.
Venue: Jacquis home training venue is 15 minutes from the Wilton Week Venue.
Contact: Ring Jacqui Tarn on mobile: 07776 103576

Northern Training with Lesley Olden
Held near the Northern (Wilton) week venue on the Friday before, a rare opportunity to train with top Southern handler Lesley Olden. 3 hour morning 'Course Awareness' training session from 10am-1pm for grades 4-7 and 3 hour afternoon 'Puppy Training' session 2pm-5pm. Open to pups 12 months and over, pups must be able to negotiate all equipment (weaves and see-saw excepted). Cost £25 per session. Max 8 handlers per session.
Venue: Brand new purpose-built, indoor Agility venue 10 minutes from Barnard Castle. Ample parking and toilets.
Contact: Ring Mandy Bainbridge on tel. 01833 650695. Please leave message if out or email comebyanaway@hotmail.com

Pre & Post Event Massage For The Agility Dog, 1 Day Workshop
This comprehensive 1 day workshop is designed specifically for the agility, obedience and sporting dog to enhance performance and reduce risk of injury. You will be working with your own dog Repetitive & intense competition and training can take its toll on your dogs body with areas of accumulated stress easily affecting their performance. This day shows you the owner how you can positively influence and maintain the muscular health of your dog so they are able to perform to the very best of their abilities. Get The Edge! •How & Why Massage Works For Sporting Dogs •Identify & Locate Bony Landmarks & Main Muscles •Why warming up & cooling down your dog has positive impact on performance and competition •Common Injury areas that can affect performance - catch them before they become a problem! •Tutorial 1 - The Pre Event Warm Up Routine how to get your dog warmed up & ready for action •Tutorial 2 - Post Event Cool Down Routine how to soothe aching muscles, drain lactic acid, reduce stiffness and speed recovery •Tutorial 3 - Massage Maintenance at home Book Today! Places limited to 10 per workshop Cant find a date to suit you? To far? I can come to you! Hold a workshop for you and your friends or club ANYWHERE IN THE UK!
Venue: Bourneheath Village Hall, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire 5 mins off J1/M42, 10 minutes off J4/M5 £75/person 9.30am -4.30pm workbook and certificate included.
Contact: Email Natalie Lenton Dip. Canine Massage at the Canine Massage Therapy Centre at info@k9massage.co.uk. www.k9massage.co.uk Or ring tel. 01562 630535 or mobile: 07877 540728

Northern Training with Sue White
Held near the Northern (Wilton) week venue on the Tuesday off, a rare opportunity to train with successful Southern handler Sue White. 3 hour morning training session from 10am-1pm for grades 1-4 and 3 hour afternoon session 2pm-5pm for grades 5-7. Cost £25 per session, max 8 handlers per session.
Venue: Brand new purpose-built, indoor Agility venue 10 minutes from Barnard Castle. Ample parking and toilets.
Contact: Ring Mandy Bainbridge 01833 650695. Please leave message if out or email comebyanaway@hotmail.com

Northern Training with Dawn Weaver
Held near the Northern (Wilton) week venue on the Wednesday off, a rare opportunity to train with successful Southern handler Dawn Weaver. 3 hour morning training session from 10am-1pm for grades 1-4 and 3 hour afternoon session 2pm-5pm for grades 5-7. Cost £25 per session. Max 8 handlers per session.
Venue: Brand new purpose-built indoor Agility venue 10 minutes from Barnard Castle. Ample parking and toilets.
Contact: Ring Mandy Bainbridge on tel. 01833 650695 (Please leave message if out) or email comebyanaway@hotmail.com

Wilton Week Training with Jacqui Tarn
Wednesday morning session from 10am to 1pm. Afternoon session 2-5pm. Cost: £25 per handler. 8 maximum per session
Venue: Jacquis home training venue is 15 minutes from the Wilton Week venue.
Contact: Ring Jacqui Tarn on mobile: 07776 103576

Lindsey Gooch, GSoC, Osteopath Consultations
Lindsey Gooch GsoC (Osteopath) will be at our Centre in Suffolk on 30/8/08 & 31/8/08. Individual bookings taken in advance. Each session approximately half to one hour.
Venue: Pet Dog Training Centre, Stonham Barns, Pettaugh Road Stonham Aspal, Suffolk IP14 6AT
Contact: Please call Lindsey direct on tel. 01255 222238

Devon Dogs Training In the Ring Days
If you want to train your dogs in a show and ring atmosphere then this is definitely a must for you. Come along to our training in the ring days and enjoy the benefits of being able to use toys, treats and positive training aids in the ring. Treats, Toys and books available to purchase. A photographer will be there on the days to take photos.
Venue: Broadclyst, Devon
Contact: For more details please visit our website www.devondogs.co.uk or email mattyrouse@aol.com.

Celestine Beginners Agility Course
A new 6 week beginners course will commence on Wednesday, 3 September with Anna Burton. All breeds welcome but dogs must be fit and healthy and 12 months old or over. Lessons start at 7pm and will be at least one hour, with a maximum of 7 dogs to the class. The emphasis will be on the dogs and handlers having fun. Cost of complete course: £30.
Venue: Little Shortwood Farm, Birds Bush Lane, Nr Wickwar, Bristol BS37 6PA
Contact: Either Lorraine Bartram on tel. 01454 294298 or mobile 07798 931125 or Anna Burton on 07912 613797. Please call to secure place.

Heelwork to Music for Beginners
An introductionary meeting is taking place at 7.00pm to register for a New Beginner's 8-week Course starting on the following Friday (12th september) at 8.00pm. The Course fee is £40 (this includes £10 club membership of the Swindon Dog Dancing School) Dogs will need to have basic obedience training.
Venue: St. Andrew's Church, Raleigh Avenue, Swindon, Wilts.
Contact: For more information ring Angela Richens on tel. 01793 349172 or email angela.richens@ntlworld.com

Heelwork to Music (Level 2)
Members of the Swindon Dog Dancing School who completed an 8 week beginner's Course are being invited to continue their training with another 8 week follow-on course starting on the 12th September. At present there are only two vacancies. This course is ideal for someone who has trained their dog obedience (a good recall, stay and heelwork) and one or two 'tricks', such as twist and spin, weave round legs and give paws and would like to learn more moves and how to put a simple routine together. It is, however, quite basic and not intended for the handler that is already completeing in HTM. The informal introductory meeting commences at 7.00pm and will include refreshments and an assessment. Complete beginners are also invited to the meeting as their first session also begins on the 5th. The Level 2 course will take place each Friday from 7.00pm - 8.00pm. The cost of the course is £40. This fee includes £10 membership fee which covers the KC insurance. Note: It is hoped that the classes will continue in some format after the 8 weeks.
Venue: The meeting and all subsequent sessions will be held at ST. Andrew's Church, Raleigh Avenue, Swindon, Wiltshire.
Contact: If you wish to attend the meeting, or are interested in the course but cannot make the 5th, please tel, Angela Richens on tel. 01793 349172. There is no working answer machine. Email angela.richens@ntlworld.com

Canine Aggression Workshop - College Certificate
This two day weekend workshop looks at the physiological and psychological effects of canine aggression, handling and living with an aggressive dog, identifying different forms of aggression, ritualized patterns of canine comunication, breed specific behaviour and UK law. Course cost: £411.25 incl. VAT
Venue: The Sussex Canine Centre, Unit 20, Cliffe industrial Estate, Lewes, East Sussex BN8 6JL
Contact: Ring The Sussex Canine Centre on tel. 01273 475900 or email: sussexcaninecentre@yahoo.co.uk. Web: sussexcaninecentre.co.uk

Kennel Club Tour
Following on from several successful tours held already this year, the Kennel Club is continuing to open its doors to the public by offering the chance to see behind the scenes of its central London offices with a free guided tour. You are invited to see for yourself what the Kennel Club has to offer, and the efforts it makes to improve the health and welfare of thousands of dogs in the UK.

From September onwards, the Kennel Club will be running a new season of tours at its headquarters at Clarges Street in the heart of London. The tours will provide visitors with the opportunity to see first hand how the Kennel Club is an unparalleled source of information, experience and advice on dog welfare, health, training and breeding. Kennel Club members, Len Anness and Jimmy Keizer will be hosting the tours, which are led by Sue Sampson, the Kennel Club's Roadshow Manager.

There will also be the chance to appreciate the Art Gallery, which provides a permanent display area for important elements of the Kennel Club’s fascinating collection of artwork and ephemera, ensuring its long-term survival, preservation and growth. Visitors attending these tours will have the opportunity to see the Art Gallery’s forthcoming exhibition ‘British & Irish Vulnerable Breeds: An Exhibition of Art Portraying our Rarer Breeds of Dog’, which will feature a total of 24 British and Irish breeds.

Morning tours will commence at 11am and visitors are invited to arrive at Clarges Street from 10.30am onwards when refreshments will be served. We are also running a selection of afternoon tours, which will commence at 2.30pm, and visitors are invited to arrive from 2pm onwards. There is no charge to attend these tours.

Spaces for tours are allocated on a first come, first served basis. All tours must be booked in advance and lunch can be provided on request for a small charge. Bookings are also being taken for private groups of between 6-12 people at a charge of £5 per person. Private tours must be booked in advance and are subject to availability.

Kennel Club Tour
Following on from several successful tours held already this year, the Kennel Club is continuing to open its doors to the public by offering the chance to see behind the scenes of its central London offices with a free guided tour. You are invited to see for yourself what the Kennel Club has to offer, and the efforts it makes to improve the health and welfare of thousands of dogs in the UK.

From September onwards, the Kennel Club will be running a new season of tours at its headquarters at Clarges Street in the heart of London. The tours will provide visitors with the opportunity to see first hand how the Kennel Club is an unparalleled source of information, experience and advice on dog welfare, health, training and breeding. Kennel Club members, Len Anness and Jimmy Keizer will be hosting the tours, which are led by Sue Sampson, the Kennel Club's Roadshow Manager.

There will also be the chance to appreciate the Art Gallery, which provides a permanent display area for important elements of the Kennel Club’s fascinating collection of artwork and ephemera, ensuring its long-term survival, preservation and growth. Visitors attending these tours will have the opportunity to see the Art Gallery’s forthcoming exhibition ‘British & Irish Vulnerable Breeds: An Exhibition of Art Portraying our Rarer Breeds of Dog’, which will feature a total of 24 British and Irish breeds.

Morning tours will commence at 11am and visitors are invited to arrive at Clarges Street from 10.30am onwards when refreshments will be served. We are also running a selection of afternoon tours, which will commence at 2.30pm, and visitors are invited to arrive from 2pm onwards. There is no charge to attend these tours.

Spaces for tours are allocated on a first come, first served basis. All tours must be booked in advance and lunch can be provided on request for a small charge. Bookings are also being taken for private groups of between 6-12 people at a charge of £5 per person. Private tours must be booked in advance and are subject to availability.

Derbyshire Agility Centre Agility Training for Trainers 1
Agility Training for Trainers 3 day course - Friday, 12-14 September 12th (evening 6-8pm). Fee: £160 which includes refreshments and lunch Saturday andSunday). Places: 8 maximum.

About the course: The training is designed for anyone wishing to set up and run agility classes, safely, from puppy’s agility preparation, through to adult beginner courses. Places are limited to 8 as we find working at this level is easier with just a few people and allows for a friendly and relaxed atmosphere.   The course is very intensive, and includes both practical and theoretical sessions on how to set up and run agility sessions for puppies as young as 12 weeks right through to adult dogs.   Because of the nature of the course, you are asked not to bring your own dogs, we will provide you with lots of subjects to practice on! Your level of knowledge will be taken into account, so do not worry if you have never trained agility before. This course is designed to encourage those wishing to begin agility training to do so in a safe and knowledgeable way and those who are currently training to continue to do so by introducing you to the latest training techniques, utilising kind, fair and effective training methods for both handlers and their dogs.
Venue: Willow Cottage, Coach Road, Golden Valley, Riddings, Derbyshire DE55 4ES. Easy Access from Junction 26/27 or 28 M1
Contact: To book a place contact Kim Hunt by tel. 01773 827643 or mobile: 07870 575328. Email kim@kimhunt.co.uk or write to: Kim Hunt, 8 Bullsmoor, Belper, Derbyshire DE56 1JS

Dog Instructor's Course
2-day course for those interested in dog training instruction or improving their relationship with their own dog. A brilliant oportunity to grow your skills and learn a variety of dog training methods. Money back satisfaction guarantees operate on all CaDeLac events. £99. http://www.cadelac.co.uk/dogtrainer.html Run by Denise Mcleod, CaDeLac Dog training.
Venue: Canine Academy, Hill Farm, Tollerton Lane, Tollerton, Nottingham NG12 4GB
Contact: Ring Denise Mcleod on tel 01332 863435 or email denise@cadelac.co.uk. Web site: www.cadelac.co.uk

Kennel Club Tour
Following on from several successful tours held already this year, the Kennel Club is continuing to open its doors to the public by offering the chance to see behind the scenes of its central London offices with a free guided tour. You are invited to see for yourself what the Kennel Club has to offer, and the efforts it makes to improve the health and welfare of thousands of dogs in the UK.

From September onwards, the Kennel Club will be running a new season of tours at its headquarters at Clarges Street in the heart of London. The tours will provide visitors with the opportunity to see first hand how the Kennel Club is an unparalleled source of information, experience and advice on dog welfare, health, training and breeding. Kennel Club members, Len Anness and Jimmy Keizer will be hosting the tours, which are led by Sue Sampson, the Kennel Club's Roadshow Manager.

There will also be the chance to appreciate the Art Gallery, which provides a permanent display area for important elements of the Kennel Club’s fascinating collection of artwork and ephemera, ensuring its long-term survival, preservation and growth. Visitors attending these tours will have the opportunity to see the Art Gallery’s forthcoming exhibition ‘British & Irish Vulnerable Breeds: An Exhibition of Art Portraying our Rarer Breeds of Dog’, which will feature a total of 24 British and Irish breeds.

Morning tours will commence at 11am and visitors are invited to arrive at Clarges Street from 10.30am onwards when refreshments will be served. We are also running a selection of afternoon tours, which will commence at 2.30pm, and visitors are invited to arrive from 2pm onwards. There is no charge to attend these tours.

Spaces for tours are allocated on a first come, first served basis. All tours must be booked in advance and lunch can be provided on request for a small charge. Bookings are also being taken for private groups of between 6-12 people at a charge of £5 per person. Private tours must be booked in advance and are subject to availability.

Certificate in Professional Canine Hydrotherapy - Level 3 OCN
This course is split into three modules,(vet nurse,Physiotherapist, or similar who are able to complete and pass the anatomy and physiology assessment need not sit the first module). Students must have praticle experiance of handling dogs other than their own over at least a two year period. This course is not for beginners or the nexperianced. Module one: 15th to 19th September; covers canine form and function, anatomy and physiology, common orthopeadic and neurological conditions, wound healing, response to wound disuse. Module two: 27th to 31st october; covers aims and benifits of hydrotherapy, working with veterinary surgeons and the referral process, principles of hydrotherapy, assessing and measuring outcomes, methods of handling dogs, water walker, spa and pool work with some praticle experience, one day massage techniques and professionalism in hydrotherapy. Module three: 15th to 19th December, is a praticle session over four days plus one day canine motivation, learning theory and behaviour. Total course cost £2,937.50 incl VAT. Iinstallment payments possible.
Venue: The Sussex Canine Centre, Unit 20, Cliffe Industrial Estate, Lewes, East Sussex BN8 6 JL
Contact: Ring The Sussex Canine Centre, tel. 01273 475900 or email: sussexcaninecentre@yahoo.co.uk. web: www.sussexcaninecentre.co.uk

Kennel Club Tour
Following on from several successful tours held already this year, the Kennel Club is continuing to open its doors to the public by offering the chance to see behind the scenes of its central London offices with a free guided tour. You are invited to see for yourself what the Kennel Club has to offer, and the efforts it makes to improve the health and welfare of thousands of dogs in the UK.

From September onwards, the Kennel Club will be running a new season of tours at its headquarters at Clarges Street in the heart of London. The tours will provide visitors with the opportunity to see first hand how the Kennel Club is an unparalleled source of information, experience and advice on dog welfare, health, training and breeding. Kennel Club members, Len Anness and Jimmy Keizer will be hosting the tours, which are led by Sue Sampson, the Kennel Club's Roadshow Manager.

There will also be the chance to appreciate the Art Gallery, which provides a permanent display area for important elements of the Kennel Club’s fascinating collection of artwork and ephemera, ensuring its long-term survival, preservation and growth. Visitors attending these tours will have the opportunity to see the Art Gallery’s forthcoming exhibition ‘British & Irish Vulnerable Breeds: An Exhibition of Art Portraying our Rarer Breeds of Dog’, which will feature a total of 24 British and Irish breeds.

Morning tours will commence at 11am and visitors are invited to arrive at Clarges Street from 10.30am onwards when refreshments will be served. We are also running a selection of afternoon tours, which will commence at 2.30pm, and visitors are invited to arrive from 2pm onwards. There is no charge to attend these tours.

Spaces for tours are allocated on a first come, first served basis. All tours must be booked in advance and lunch can be provided on request for a small charge. Bookings are also being taken for private groups of between 6-12 people at a charge of £5 per person. Private tours must be booked in advance and are subject to availability.

Microchip Implant Training
This one day seminar is designed to provide you with the necessary skills to safely implant microchips into dogs and cats. The course consists of both theory and practical sessions where delegates will have the opportunity to microchip animals. Delegates may bring their own dogs and cats to microchip free of charge on the day! Cost: £175
Venue: Evesham, Worcestershire
Contact: Please call Glenda Brownlow at The College of Animal Welfare on mobile: 0870 062 1122. Web site: www.caw.ac.uk

INCA1 - Lady Dog Whisperer Workshop with Julia Meads
This workshop is open to both handlers (limited to 7- pre book) and spectators. During the workshop people will experience a natural way to communicate and understand their dog. Issues such as separation anxiety, phobic behaviours, destruction, aggression, jumping up/over excitability, recalls, attention seeking could well be the focus for the day. Viewing calming signals, body language, dog interaction and learning how to apply these to your own dogs and situations, will be the main objective of the workshop. Learn the calm assertive art of Leadership. Having the ability to respond is very self empowering. Julia also teaches this serious subject with a large amount of humour to create a joyful atmosphere for the day. Have fun learning.
Venue: Selsey Town Hall, Selsey, West Sussex PO20 0RB
Contact: Ring Julia on tel. 01243 602531 or mobiel: 07951 777330 or email julia_meads@yahoo.co.uk or visit www.inca-1.co.uk

2-day Tellington TTouch weekend workshop
Come and learn more about TTouch and how it can help your dog in all aspects of their lives. Teacher Toni Shelbourne P3. Cost £85. Time 10.00 - 16.00 both days
Venue: Nr Reading, Berkshire
Contact: Toni Shelbourne 0118 9413270 ttouch1@btconnect.com www.tellingtontouch.co.uk

Jill Spurr & Mike Douglas Training Day
Limited number of spaces available for dogs and handlers that are already competing at any grade. Each dog will have a session with both Jill and Mike. Training can be tailored to individual needs. There will also be a mini competition followed by a barbeque in the evening (weather permitting). £35 per dog.
Venue: Outdoor venue, on the Lincolnshire, Cambridgeshire borders 8 miles from Wisbech.
Contact: Ring Karen Jones on mobile: 07742 565969 or tel. 01945 871213 (before 10pm please)

Basic First Aid for Dog Owners
This course is designed for dog owners and/or trainers who would like to know what to do in case of an accident. Taught by Clare Rodney, VN, who has had many years experience at high level in emergency care. Clare is an interesting and inspirational lecturer who works with the support f good visual aids and experienced training dogs. Course starts at 10am and ends at 1pm. Cost: £40. Course notes and certificate of attendance.
Venue: Greyfriars Rehabilitation and Hydrotherapy Referral Centre, Greyfriars Farm Veterinary Centre, Hogs Back, Guildford, Surrey GU3 1AG
Contact: Visit www.greyfriarsrehab.co.uk for downloadable booking form and terms and conditions. Email: info@greyfriarsrehab.co.uk or ring tel 01483 811172

British Agility Association, Judges, Ring Managers & Show Organisers Day
These Training days will cover all aspects of Judging, Ring Managing & Show Organising 'The BAA Way.' Whether you have Judged/Ring Managed or organised a show before for BAA/EMDAC or any other organisation or have never Judged/Ring Managed or run a show. These informative training days are invaluable, either to learn from scratch or as a refresher to keep you updated with the latest BAA rules & regulations. A refresher course at least every two years is recommended. NB: No written exams are involved on these training days.
Venue: Asfordby Amateurs Sports Club, Hoby Road, Asfordby, Near Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire
Contact: To download an application form visit http://www.baa.uk.net/judge.html

Mary Ray Cabaret Night
Mary Ray will be performing one of her unique Canine Cabaret Nights for the first time in Milton Keynes. 7.30pm to 10.30pm Bar available. Refreshemnts available Doors open 6.45pm Tickets £14.95 per person
Venue: Longueville Hall, Whaddon Road, Newton Longville, MK17 0AT
Contact: available by sending SAE and cheque payable to Lisa Gantly to 3 Carisbrooke Way, Kingsmead, Milton Keynes, MK4 4BF Tel:07525 159699 or email: lisa@gantly.demon.co.uk

Kennel Club Tour
Following on from several successful tours held already this year, the Kennel Club is continuing to open its doors to the public by offering the chance to see behind the scenes of its central London offices with a free guided tour. You are invited to see for yourself what the Kennel Club has to offer, and the efforts it makes to improve the health and welfare of thousands of dogs in the UK.

From September onwards, the Kennel Club will be running a new season of tours at its headquarters at Clarges Street in the heart of London. The tours will provide visitors with the opportunity to see first hand how the Kennel Club is an unparalleled source of information, experience and advice on dog welfare, health, training and breeding. Kennel Club members, Len Anness and Jimmy Keizer will be hosting the tours, which are led by Sue Sampson, the Kennel Club's Roadshow Manager.

There will also be the chance to appreciate the Art Gallery, which provides a permanent display area for important elements of the Kennel Club’s fascinating collection of artwork and ephemera, ensuring its long-term survival, preservation and growth. Visitors attending these tours will have the opportunity to see the Art Gallery’s forthcoming exhibition ‘British & Irish Vulnerable Breeds: An Exhibition of Art Portraying our Rarer Breeds of Dog’, which will feature a total of 24 British and Irish breeds.

Morning tours will commence at 11am and visitors are invited to arrive at Clarges Street from 10.30am onwards when refreshments will be served. We are also running a selection of afternoon tours, which will commence at 2.30pm, and visitors are invited to arrive from 2pm onwards. There is no charge to attend these tours.

Spaces for tours are allocated on a first come, first served basis. All tours must be booked in advance and lunch can be provided on request for a small charge. Bookings are also being taken for private groups of between 6-12 people at a charge of £5 per person. Private tours must be booked in advance and are subject to availability.

Pre & Post Event Massage For The Agility Dog, 1 Day Workshop
This comprehensive 1 day workshop is designed specifically for the agility, obedience and sporting dog to enhance performance and reduce risk of injury. You will be working with your own dog Repetitive & intense competition and training can take its toll on your dogs body with areas of accumulated stress easily affecting their performance. This day shows you the owner how you can positively influence and maintain the muscular health of your dog so they are able to perform to the very best of their abilities. Get The Edge! •How & Why Massage Works For Sporting Dogs •Identify & Locate Bony Landmarks & Main Muscles •Why warming up & cooling down your dog has positive impact on performance and competition •Common Injury areas that can affect performance - catch them before they become a problem! •Tutorial 1 - The Pre Event Warm Up Routine how to get your dog warmed up & ready for action •Tutorial 2 - Post Event Cool Down Routine how to soothe aching muscles, drain lactic acid, reduce stiffness and speed recovery •Tutorial 3 - Massage Maintenance at home Book Today! Places limited to 10 per workshop Cant find a date to suit you? To far? I can come to you! Hold a workshop for you and your friends or club ANYWHERE IN THE UK!
Venue: Bourneheath Village Hall, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire 5 mins off J1/M42, 10 minutes off J4/M5 £75/person 9.30am -4.30pm workbook and certificate included.
Contact: Canine Massage Therapy Centre Call Natalie Lenton Dip. Canine Massage info@k9massage.co.uk www.k9massage.co.uk 01562 630535 07877 540728

David Munnings Training Day
Dave Munnings has very kindly agreed to hold a training day on the Friday before the Waverunners UKA show at Apps Court Farm. Dave is one of the UK's top handlers, recently winning the large Crufts 2008 title with Dobby (Ag Ch Gunran Misteree) His training is fun and motivating - encouraging the handler and dog team to work well together. He is sympathic to those of us that cannot 'always get there' and his training is tailored for a winning combination of both the handler and dog team - it is definately not a 'one size fits all' training program! Dave has experience with training all breeds of dogs and handlers from starters (l1) to Advanced (L7) - Whatever level you currently work at - you are bound to get fantasic advice and guidance from this session. The training day is open to all levels/abilities and all size dogs, and will be split into three two hour sessions at a cost of £25 per handler/dog.
Venue: Apps Court Farm, Walton-on-Thames, Surrey
Contact: Renee Patience on 07811 212517 or renee_patience@uk.ibm.com

Foundation in Canine Healthcare: Diet & Vaccines
Would you like a balanced understanding of your dog's diet and healthcare? Canine Health Concern are presenting a weekend of informative seminars in Somerset over 27 & 28 September to provide you with the knowledge to make informed choices on behalf of your canine companions. The Saturday seminar deals with the foundations of canine health: diet and vaccines. Providing feeding guidelines to complement your dog and an understanding of vaccine induced diseases. 1 day attendance - £55 2 day attendance - £85 Full course including home study - £115 (on completion of this you will obtain the Foundation in Canine Health Care Certificate accredited under the Kennel Club KCAI Scheme)
Venue: Burrowbridge Village Hall, Somerset (20 minutes from M5 Junnction 24 or 25)
Contact: Ring Amanda Paddick on mobile: 07877 909670 or Nikki Goddard on mobile: 07812 840288. Email: amandapaddick@googlemail.com

Foundation in Canine Healthcare: Genetics, Stress, Complementary Healthcare, Drug Therapy & Environmental Toxins
The second of the weekend seminars being held in Somerset over the weekend of 27th & 28th September by Canine Health Concern - providing you with the knowledge to make informed choices on behalf of your canine companions. The second seminar deals with factors determining the health of your dog, including: genetics, stress, complementary healthcare, conventional drug therapy and environmental toxins. 1 day seminar attendance - £55. Full weekend - £85. Full Course including home study - £115 (on completion of the full course plus home study you will obtain the Foundation in Canine Healthcare Certificate accredited under the Kennel Club KCAI Scheme).
Venue: Burrowbridge Village Hall, Somerset (20 minutes from M5, Junction 24 or 25).
Contact: Ring Amanda Paddick on mobile: 07877 909670 or Nikki Goddard on mobile: 07812 840288. Email: amandapaddick@googlemail.com

Animal Communication Workshop (ACT1) with Julia Meads
Animal Communication Training is a one day workshop teaching the basic skills of animal communication. The day is humorous and touching as participants discover what animal communication is and learn how to communicate with animals. Participants are suprised by their own abilities by the end of the day and leave with a number of different techniques to bring them closer to animals. Timing 10.00am - 5.00pm. Cost: £60
Venue: Boldre War Memorial Hall, Lymington, Hants SO41 5QL
Contact: Email Shelley@reikicare.co.uk or ring Tink on tel. 0845 4194951 or Julia on tel. 01243 602531. Visit wwww.reikicare.co.uk to book your place.

UKRCB Annual Symposium: Constructional Aggression Treatment
The 16th Annual UKRCB Symposium sponsored by James Wellbeloved. This year’s topic is Constructional Aggression Treatment with speaker Kellie Snider, BSc, MSc, BCABA. Kellie completed her MSc at the University of North Texas in Behaviour Analysis and now holds the position of Manager of Animal Behaviour Programs for the SPCA of Texas. Her thesis research project was based on working with aggressive dogs using a gentle form of Negative Reinforcement that involved shaping appropriate behaviour. Aggressive behaviour is replaced by providing the aggressive dog with distance from strangers or unfamiliar dogs when desirable behaviours are given. The success of the method is outstanding and it has found its way into dog behaviour work as a valuable tool in working with aggressive dogs. Suitable candidates who are dog to dog or dog to human aggressive are often friendly within a few days. Variations on the technique can also be used in working with separation anxiety and resource guarding problems. If you work with aggressive dogs, this work will change your world. We will be talking about canine aggression in a completely different way from what you've learned. We explore the genetic, dominance and instinct-based theories of the nature of aggression and replace them with our research which reveals aggression as a learned behaviour. Using the Constructional Approach we can change the aggressive dog into a friendly dog. We will present a training procedure that will provide trainers and pet owners the ability to make significant differences in dogs' behaviour. The research was conducted in the dogs' real lives, not in a laboratory. Pet owners and dog trainers are now taking it and using it with their real dogs in their real worlds with real success. In addition this work can be used with fearful animals, including feral cats, lamas and cattle. This is one seminar you don’t want to miss!! Cost £50 (includes lunch) £45 for a group of 8+ Monday 29th September CAT demonstration day Kellie will demonstrate the technique working with aggressive dogs. Only those attending the first day Symposium will be eligible to attend. Refreshments are not included in the price. Cost 35.
Venue: Hilton Coventry Hotel Paradise Way Walsgrave Coventry CV2 2ST Practical Demo Day Sports Connection, Leamington Road, Ryton On Dunsmore, Coventry, CV8 3FL. For people staying both days rooms are available at the Hilton or a nearby Travel Lodge
Contact: Ticket details from Bob Haynes, 6 Gardenia Drive, Allesley Village, Coventry, CV5 9BN, phone 07966 535854 or email deltaonecanines@aol.com OR - you can print off the ticket application for the Symposium Day (two pages) and the Info Sheet for the Demo

Microchip Implant Training
This one day seminar is designed to provide you with the necessary skills to safely implant microchips into dogs and cats. The course consists of both theory and practical sessions where delegates will have the opportunity to microchip animals. Delegates may bring their own dogs and cats to microchip free of charge on the day! Cost: £175
Venue: The College of Animal Welfare, Wood Green Animal Shelter, Godmanchester, Cambridgeshire
Contact: Please call Glenda Brownlow at The College of Animal Welfare on mobile: 0870 062 1122. Web site: www.caw.ac.uk

Certificate in Canine First Aid
This accredited course is ideal for dog owners and those working with dogs. It covers handling an injured dog, wound care,CPR,stings, bites and emergency procedures. Run by a college qualified vet nurse. Frpm 9am-4pm. Cost: £176.25
Venue: The Sussex Canine Centre, Unit 20, Cliffe Industrial Estate, South Street, Lewes, East Sussex BN8 6JL
Contact: Ring The Sussex Canine Centre on tel: 01273 475900 or email:sussexcaninecentre@yahoo.co.uk. Web: www.sussexcaninecentre.co.uk

Heelwork-to-Music / Canine Freestyle Masterclass with Attila Szkukalek
9:30am-5pm. Attila is widely regarded as one of the top HTM trainers and handlers in the world. Handler places are restricted to those dogs currently competing at intermediate level and above so that Attila can focus on more advanced moves including distance work. The day should be educational to handlers working at all levels with the opportunity to learn at lot from watching Attila work with other dogs. Cost: £30 per handler, £20 per spectator place.
Venue: Wilsford Village Hall (near Grantham, Sleaford and Newark - Lincolnshire)
Contact: Email Fiona@iccdogtraining.co.uk or ring tel. 01400 230965. Visit web site www.iccdogtraining.co.uk. Details on web site from 1 March

TTouch Fireworks Workshop
Fireworks now seem to be going off all year, but are particularly bad around 5 November. This one day workshop, taught by Toni Shelbourne,is designed to give you practical skills to help your dog, no matter what it's age to cope better with the bangs and whizzes. The day runs from 10am - 4pm and the cost is £80. Refreshments provided but please bring a packed lunch. Course notes and certificate of attendance
Venue: Greyfriars Rehabilitatin and Hydrotherapy Referral Centre, Greyfriars Farm, Hogs Back, Guildford, Surrey, GU3 1AG
Contact: www.greyfriarsrehab.co.uk for a downloadable booking form and terms and conditions. Ring tel. 01483 811172 or email: info@greyfriarsrehab.co.uk;

Derbyshire Agility Centre Agility Training for Trainers 2
Agility Handling Skills two full day training course - 4-5 October/ Fee: £160 (includes refreshments and lunch Saturday/Sunday. Places: 8 maximum.

About the course: This training is designed as a follow-on course to Training for Trainers 1. In order to gain a place on this course, you are expected to have completed the Training for Trainers course or provide some evidence that you have been training agility at club level. This course is designed to encourage those wishing to continue agility training to do so in a safe and knowledgeable way by introducing you to the latest training techniques, utilising kind, fair and effective training methods for both handlers and their dogs. Places are limited to 8 as we find working at this level is easier with just a few people and allows for a friendly and relaxed atmosphere.   The course is very intensive, and includes both practical and theoretical sessions on how to put together training exercises for those dogs who have already completed an introduction course and are competent at performing all the agility equipment. Because of the nature of the course, you are asked not to bring your own dogs, we will provide you with lots of subjects to practice on!
Venue: Selston Equestrian Centre, Commonside, Selston, Notts NG16 6FJ (just off J28 of M1)
Contact: For an application form to book a place, ring Kim Hunt on tel. 01773 827643 or mobile: 07870 575328. Email: kim@kimhunt.co.uk or write to: Kim Hunt, 8 Bullsmoor, Belper, Derbyshire DE56 1JS

Kennel Club Tour
Following on from several successful tours held already this year, the Kennel Club is continuing to open its doors to the public by offering the chance to see behind the scenes of its central London offices with a free guided tour. You are invited to see for yourself what the Kennel Club has to offer, and the efforts it makes to improve the health and welfare of thousands of dogs in the UK.

From September onwards, the Kennel Club will be running a new season of tours at its headquarters at Clarges Street in the heart of London. The tours will provide visitors with the opportunity to see first hand how the Kennel Club is an unparalleled source of information, experience and advice on dog welfare, health, training and breeding. Kennel Club members, Len Anness and Jimmy Keizer will be hosting the tours, which are led by Sue Sampson, the Kennel Club's Roadshow Manager.

There will also be the chance to appreciate the Art Gallery, which provides a permanent display area for important elements of the Kennel Club’s fascinating collection of artwork and ephemera, ensuring its long-term survival, preservation and growth. Visitors attending these tours will have the opportunity to see the Art Gallery’s forthcoming exhibition ‘British & Irish Vulnerable Breeds: An Exhibition of Art Portraying our Rarer Breeds of Dog’, which will feature a total of 24 British and Irish breeds.

Morning tours will commence at 11am and visitors are invited to arrive at Clarges Street from 10.30am onwards when refreshments will be served. We are also running a selection of afternoon tours, which will commence at 2.30pm, and visitors are invited to arrive from 2pm onwards. There is no charge to attend these tours.

Spaces for tours are allocated on a first come, first served basis. All tours must be booked in advance and lunch can be provided on request for a small charge. Bookings are also being taken for private groups of between 6-12 people at a charge of £5 per person. Private tours must be booked in advance and are subject to availability.

Development of Professional Dog Grooming & Business Skills - Level 2 OCN
Sutible for those who have completed level one. This excellent course covers a wide varity of subjects in depth, advanced canine health care, canine diseases and zoonosis, health aand saftey, effective cleaning of the work area, maintenance and sterilisation techniques, breed knowledge, clipping, hand clipping, scissoring techniques and small business start up skills module.This course is one day a week with 30 tutor contact days, 9am to 4.30pm Cost, £2115.00 inc vat This course is also avalible as an intensive module. Details on enquiry
Venue: The Sussex Canine Centre, Unit 20, Cliffe Undustrial Estate, South Street, Lewes, East Sussex BN8 6JL
Contact: Ring The Sussex Canine Centre, tel. 01273 475900 or email: sussexcaninecentre@yahoo.co.uk. web: www.sussexcaninecentre.co.uk

Kennel Club Tour
Following on from several successful tours held already this year, the Kennel Club is continuing to open its doors to the public by offering the chance to see behind the scenes of its central London offices with a free guided tour. You are invited to see for yourself what the Kennel Club has to offer, and the efforts it makes to improve the health and welfare of thousands of dogs in the UK.

From September onwards, the Kennel Club will be running a new season of tours at its headquarters at Clarges Street in the heart of London. The tours will provide visitors with the opportunity to see first hand how the Kennel Club is an unparalleled source of information, experience and advice on dog welfare, health, training and breeding. Kennel Club members, Len Anness and Jimmy Keizer will be hosting the tours, which are led by Sue Sampson, the Kennel Club's Roadshow Manager.

There will also be the chance to appreciate the Art Gallery, which provides a permanent display area for important elements of the Kennel Club’s fascinating collection of artwork and ephemera, ensuring its long-term survival, preservation and growth. Visitors attending these tours will have the opportunity to see the Art Gallery’s forthcoming exhibition ‘British & Irish Vulnerable Breeds: An Exhibition of Art Portraying our Rarer Breeds of Dog’, which will feature a total of 24 British and Irish breeds.

Morning tours will commence at 11am and visitors are invited to arrive at Clarges Street from 10.30am onwards when refreshments will be served. We are also running a selection of afternoon tours, which will commence at 2.30pm, and visitors are invited to arrive from 2pm onwards. There is no charge to attend these tours.

Spaces for tours are allocated on a first come, first served basis. All tours must be booked in advance and lunch can be provided on request for a small charge. Bookings are also being taken for private groups of between 6-12 people at a charge of £5 per person. Private tours must be booked in advance and are subject to availability.

Kennel Club Tour
Following on from several successful tours held already this year, the Kennel Club is continuing to open its doors to the public by offering the chance to see behind the scenes of its central London offices with a free guided tour. You are invited to see for yourself what the Kennel Club has to offer, and the efforts it makes to improve the health and welfare of thousands of dogs in the UK.

From September onwards, the Kennel Club will be running a new season of tours at its headquarters at Clarges Street in the heart of London. The tours will provide visitors with the opportunity to see first hand how the Kennel Club is an unparalleled source of information, experience and advice on dog welfare, health, training and breeding. Kennel Club members, Len Anness and Jimmy Keizer will be hosting the tours, which are led by Sue Sampson, the Kennel Club's Roadshow Manager.

There will also be the chance to appreciate the Art Gallery, which provides a permanent display area for important elements of the Kennel Club’s fascinating collection of artwork and ephemera, ensuring its long-term survival, preservation and growth. Visitors attending these tours will have the opportunity to see the Art Gallery’s forthcoming exhibition ‘British & Irish Vulnerable Breeds: An Exhibition of Art Portraying our Rarer Breeds of Dog’, which will feature a total of 24 British and Irish breeds.

Morning tours will commence at 11am and visitors are invited to arrive at Clarges Street from 10.30am onwards when refreshments will be served. We are also running a selection of afternoon tours, which will commence at 2.30pm, and visitors are invited to arrive from 2pm onwards. There is no charge to attend these tours.

Spaces for tours are allocated on a first come, first served basis. All tours must be booked in advance and lunch can be provided on request for a small charge. Bookings are also being taken for private groups of between 6-12 people at a charge of £5 per person. Private tours must be booked in advance and are subject to availability.

2-day Tellington TTouch weekend workshop
Come and learn more about TTouch and how it can help your dog in all aspects of their lives. Teacher Toni Shelbourne P3 Cost £85 Time 10.00 - 16.00 both days
Venue: Nr Reading, Berkshire
Contact: Toni Shelbourne 0118 9413270 ttouch1@btconnect.com www.tellingtontouch.co.uk

Kennel Club Tour
Following on from several successful tours held already this year, the Kennel Club is continuing to open its doors to the public by offering the chance to see behind the scenes of its central London offices with a free guided tour. You are invited to see for yourself what the Kennel Club has to offer, and the efforts it makes to improve the health and welfare of thousands of dogs in the UK.

From September onwards, the Kennel Club will be running a new season of tours at its headquarters at Clarges Street in the heart of London. The tours will provide visitors with the opportunity to see first hand how the Kennel Club is an unparalleled source of information, experience and advice on dog welfare, health, training and breeding. Kennel Club members, Len Anness and Jimmy Keizer will be hosting the tours, which are led by Sue Sampson, the Kennel Club's Roadshow Manager.

There will also be the chance to appreciate the Art Gallery, which provides a permanent display area for important elements of the Kennel Club’s fascinating collection of artwork and ephemera, ensuring its long-term survival, preservation and growth. Visitors attending these tours will have the opportunity to see the Art Gallery’s forthcoming exhibition ‘British & Irish Vulnerable Breeds: An Exhibition of Art Portraying our Rarer Breeds of Dog’, which will feature a total of 24 British and Irish breeds.

Morning tours will commence at 11am and visitors are invited to arrive at Clarges Street from 10.30am onwards when refreshments will be served. We are also running a selection of afternoon tours, which will commence at 2.30pm, and visitors are invited to arrive from 2pm onwards. There is no charge to attend these tours.

Spaces for tours are allocated on a first come, first served basis. All tours must be booked in advance and lunch can be provided on request for a small charge. Bookings are also being taken for private groups of between 6-12 people at a charge of £5 per person. Private tours must be booked in advance and are subject to availability.

Kennel Club Tour
Following on from several successful tours held already this year, the Kennel Club is continuing to open its doors to the public by offering the chance to see behind the scenes of its central London offices with a free guided tour. You are invited to see for yourself what the Kennel Club has to offer, and the efforts it makes to improve the health and welfare of thousands of dogs in the UK.

From September onwards, the Kennel Club will be running a new season of tours at its headquarters at Clarges Street in the heart of London. The tours will provide visitors with the opportunity to see first hand how the Kennel Club is an unparalleled source of information, experience and advice on dog welfare, health, training and breeding. Kennel Club members, Len Anness and Jimmy Keizer will be hosting the tours, which are led by Sue Sampson, the Kennel Club's Roadshow Manager.

There will also be the chance to appreciate the Art Gallery, which provides a permanent display area for important elements of the Kennel Club’s fascinating collection of artwork and ephemera, ensuring its long-term survival, preservation and growth. Visitors attending these tours will have the opportunity to see the Art Gallery’s forthcoming exhibition ‘British & Irish Vulnerable Breeds: An Exhibition of Art Portraying our Rarer Breeds of Dog’, which will feature a total of 24 British and Irish breeds.

Morning tours will commence at 11am and visitors are invited to arrive at Clarges Street from 10.30am onwards when refreshments will be served. We are also running a selection of afternoon tours, which will commence at 2.30pm, and visitors are invited to arrive from 2pm onwards. There is no charge to attend these tours.

Spaces for tours are allocated on a first come, first served basis. All tours must be booked in advance and lunch can be provided on request for a small charge. Bookings are also being taken for private groups of between 6-12 people at a charge of £5 per person. Private tours must be booked in advance and are subject to availability.

Kennel Club Tour
Following on from several successful tours held already this year, the Kennel Club is continuing to open its doors to the public by offering the chance to see behind the scenes of its central London offices with a free guided tour. You are invited to see for yourself what the Kennel Club has to offer, and the efforts it makes to improve the health and welfare of thousands of dogs in the UK.

From September onwards, the Kennel Club will be running a new season of tours at its headquarters at Clarges Street in the heart of London. The tours will provide visitors with the opportunity to see first hand how the Kennel Club is an unparalleled source of information, experience and advice on dog welfare, health, training and breeding. Kennel Club members, Len Anness and Jimmy Keizer will be hosting the tours, which are led by Sue Sampson, the Kennel Club's Roadshow Manager.

There will also be the chance to appreciate the Art Gallery, which provides a permanent display area for important elements of the Kennel Club’s fascinating collection of artwork and ephemera, ensuring its long-term survival, preservation and growth. Visitors attending these tours will have the opportunity to see the Art Gallery’s forthcoming exhibition ‘British & Irish Vulnerable Breeds: An Exhibition of Art Portraying our Rarer Breeds of Dog’, which will feature a total of 24 British and Irish breeds.

Morning tours will commence at 11am and visitors are invited to arrive at Clarges Street from 10.30am onwards when refreshments will be served. We are also running a selection of afternoon tours, which will commence at 2.30pm, and visitors are invited to arrive from 2pm onwards. There is no charge to attend these tours.

Spaces for tours are allocated on a first come, first served basis. All tours must be booked in advance and lunch can be provided on request for a small charge. Bookings are also being taken for private groups of between 6-12 people at a charge of £5 per person. Private tours must be booked in advance and are subject to availability.

Bob Sharpe Agility Workshop
10am-4:30pm. With experienced agility instructor and Grade 7 handler Bob Sharpe. Max. 8 handlers per session. Dogs will work either morning for beginners or afternoon for more advanced dogs. Workshop will cover training and handling techniques. Cost: £25 per handler, £10 per spectator.
Venue: TBC Near to Grantham / Newark / Sleaford - Lincolnshire.
Contact: Email Fiona@iccdogtraining.co.uk or ring tel. 01400 230965. Visit web site www.iccdogtraining.co.uk. Details on web site from 1 March

Pre & Post Event Massage For The Agility Dog, 1 Day Workshop
This comprehensive 1 day workshop is designed specifically for the agility, obedience and sporting dog to enhance performance and reduce risk of injury. You will be working with your own dog Repetitive & intense competition and training can take its toll on your dogs body with areas of accumulated stress easily affecting their performance. This day shows you the owner how you can positively influence and maintain the muscular health of your dog so they are able to perform to the very best of their abilities. Get The Edge! •How & Why Massage Works For Sporting Dogs •Identify & Locate Bony Landmarks & Main Muscles •Why warming up & cooling down your dog has positive impact on performance and competition •Common Injury areas that can affect performance - catch them before they become a problem! •Tutorial 1 - The Pre Event Warm Up Routine how to get your dog warmed up & ready for action •Tutorial 2 - Post Event Cool Down Routine how to soothe aching muscles, drain lactic acid, reduce stiffness and speed recovery •Tutorial 3 - Massage Maintenance at home Book Today! Places limited to 10 per workshop Cant find a date to suit you? To far? I can come to you! Hold a workshop for you and your friends or club ANYWHERE IN THE UK!
Venue: Bourneheath Village Hall, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire 5 mins off J1/M42, 10 minutes off J4/M5 £75/person 9.30am -4.30pm workbook and certificate included.
Contact: Canine Massage Therapy Centre Call Natalie Lenton Dip. Canine Massage info@k9massage.co.uk www.k9massage.co.uk 01562 630535 07877 540728

Help! I Can't Cope - An Introduction to Stress in Dogs with Sheila Harper
A one day course designed to increase awareness of the issues surrounding stress in dogs. It is important to appreciate both the physical and mental affects of stress in dogs and to understand the contributory factors. From dogs that have difficulty competing, to those who become sound sensitive or reactive with other dogs it is important to examine the issues that result in this behaviour and to offer strategies to help them live a more balanced life. Often just a few minor changes can make a huge impact to the dog's ablility to cope. Price: £30.00
Venue: The Coffee Bar, All Saints Church, Chapel Green, Crowborugh, East Sussex, TN6 1ED
Contact: Please ring Yvonne on tel. 01889 802685 or see www.sheilaharper.co.uk for more details

Training Day with Ian Dobison
Training sessions with Ian Dobison at an indoor venue near Co Durham. Morning session: 9.45-12.45 Cost: £20. Afternoon session: 1.30-4.30 Cost: £20, or £35 for the full day. Maximum of 5 handlers and dogs per session. Improve your handling skills through problem solving and confidence building. All levels welcome
Venue: Dalton Piercy Indoor Riding School, Co durham, just off the A19. E-mail or phone for full directions.
Contact: Email I.Dobison@ntlworld.com orring tel. 01429 294256 or mobile: 07794 606522

Case Studies in Canine Aggression with Paddy Driscoll
10am-4:30pm. Paddy is a member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers and lecturer in Canine Behaviour Counselling at Bishop Burton College. This workshop will be looking at case studies of aggression in dogs both towards people and other dogs.
Venue: Wilsford Village Hall (near Grantham, Sleaford and Newark - Lincolnshire.)
Contact: Email Fiona@iccdogtraining.co.uk or ring tel. 01400 230965. Visit web site www.iccdogtraining.co.uk. Details on web site from 1 March

Canine Massage for Active Dogs - College Certificate
This one day course provides an introduction to canine massage. an excellent course for those with agillity dogs or working breeds. Course contains theory with an opportunity for praticle application.Course cost;£205.