Introduction to Agility Course - Co Durham
HAzy Shades DTS is starting a four week course on a Thursday evening for new handlers or experienced handlers with new dogs. Course will introduce dog and handler to the control exercises required for successful agility as well as introducing the dog to the basic agility obstacles. Cost: £25 for four weeks. Option to progress to Introduction to Agility level 2 and then into our mainstream agility classes thereafter.
Venue: At our new indoor training arena, with lighting, heating and catering facilities/viewing area. Just off the A19 Dalton Park Shopping Centre junction.
Contact: Ring Joanne Harris on tel. 0191 3894154. Email info@northeastdogtraining.com. Web site: www.dogscool.co.uk

New Class Starting at Clever Canine Club
We are starting another fun/competiton class on Friday mornings, held by Agility Club Approved Instructor and a experienced dog trainer/Handler.
Venue: The Clever Canine Club.(The Dog Barn) of Aldingbourne nr. Chichester. West Sussex
Contact: For more details ring Steph Berry on mobile: 07957 613077 or Sarah Bauer on tel. 01273 271044

Training Day with Ian Dobison
Training sessions at an indoor venue at Dalton Piercy, near Co Durham. Morning session 9.45-12.15pm. Cost: £20 per handler. Afternoon session 12.45-3.15pm. Cost: £20 per handler. Spaces will be limited to 5 per session. All breeds, sizes and grades welcome.
Venue: Dalton Piercy. Please contact me for further details and directions to the venue.
Contact: Email I.dobison@ntlworld.com or ring tel. 01429 294256 or mobile: 07794 606522

Measuring NI
We will be available to measure dogs at the Winter League some time during the day when we are not running our own dogs
Venue: The Patch, Ballyrainey Road, Comber, Northern Ireland
Contact: Please contact us on rachel@adsystemsit.com to book in before the day, and don't forget all the paperwork, as we can't measure you without it!

Exeter X Factors Flyball
Exeter X Factors are starting a new flyball course on Saturday, 10 January at 3pm. Places are limitied to 8 dogs.
Venue: Glebe Equestrain Centre, Whitestone, Exeter
Contact: Ring Dawn on tel. 01392 411620 or email dawn.binding@btinternet.com

Training Day with Jo Fraser at Buckland Farm
All levels, possibly to include a pre-competition group - small groups.
Venue: Buckland Farm, Somerset. 5 mins Junction 26 of the M5.
Contact: Ring Carol Smith on mobile 0777 386 6193 or email cas.bucklandagility@tiscali.co.uk

South and South West Agility Council Meeting
Meeting to discuss the agenda for the forthcoming Agility Liaison Council. There are many very important proposals to discuss.
Venue: The Methodist Church Hall, Bovey Tracey, Devon. From the A38 take the A382 towards Bovey Tracey. Go straight over the first roundabout, and then take a right turn at the next. After the Riverside Hotel, the Church Hall is 100 on the right.
Contact: Email Tony Griffin on tonygriffin20@tiscali.co.uk or ring tel. 01305 777856

Rugby DTC HTM Show (Crufts semi-final)
The main Heelwork to Music event of the year with the bigger than ever semi-final of both the HTM and Freestyle classification for Crufts. It is a really good day with some amazing routines. Spectator Tickets £5 each, cheques payable to Rugby DTC. Ensure you enclose a stamped addressed envelope
Venue: The Sports Connexion, Leamington Road, Ryton on Dunsmore, Coventry CV8 3FL
Contact: Alison Davidson, Eight Acres, Tiffield Road, Gayton, Northampton NN7 3HH. Don't forget your sae!

New Year Training Morning with Nic Hanekom
Nic has agreed to run two training mornings at Thatcham DTCs venue in January - just the thing to beat the Xmas blues and brush up on your agility skills. Each group will consist of just six dogs and will last for two hours. We will do our utmost to keep dogs working at simular levels within the same group. Nic will focus on jumping and handling with some weaves thrown in aswell if time permits. He will work on getting you looking at the best/ fastest line for your dog and how to create that. So, if you've missed Nics training and would like to get a little extra training in- just pop me an e-mail back and we will get you signed up! Times: 9-11am (Group 1) & 11.15- 12.15pm (Group 2) The cost is £25 per session.
Venue: Thatcham DTC Venue, end of Hungerford/ Cock Lane, Southend, Berkshire
Contact: Email Gemma Hanekom at gem@thatcham-dtc.co.uk

David Munnings Training Day at Scrambles
Grades 1-3: 9-00am; Grades 3-5: 11-30am; Grades 5-7: 2-00pm
Venue: Apps Court Farm, Hurst Road, Walton on Thames, Surrey KT12 2EG
Contact: Email Lu Candy at info@scramblesdts.com or ring tel. 01932 222022

Measuring session in Kent
Measuring session being held for dogs over 15 months old.
Venue: Horsmonden, near Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Contact: For further details please contact Kathy on mobile: 07754 885 431

Canine Massage Workshop by Natalie Lenton
Pre & Post-event Massage workshop by Natalie Lenton. 9.30am to 4.30pm You bring your own dog to work with. contents include pre-event warm up routine, post event cool down, common injury area etc. help reduce the risk of injury. Cost: £75. Find out how to maintain the muscular health of your dog. Limited spaces available.
Venue: Harry Mitchell Leisure Centre, Smethwick, West Midlands B67
Contact: Email Tina Stockton at tinastockton@talktalk.net or ring tel. 0121 429 5196

New Year Training Morning
Nic has agreed to run two training mornings at Thatcham DTCs venue in January - just the thing to beat the Xmas blues and brush up on your agility skills. Each group will consist of just six dogs and will last for two hours. The cost is £25 per session. Nic will focus on jumping and handling with some weaves thrown in aswell if time permits. He will work on getting you looking at the best/ fastest line for your dog and how to create that. So, if you've missed Nics training and would like to get a little extra training in- just pop me an e-mail back and we will get you signed up! We will do our utmost to keep dogs working at simular levels within the same group :) Dates are: 4th January 2009: 9-11am (Group 1) & 11.15- 12.15pm (Group 2) 11th January 2009: 9-11am (Group 1) & 11.15- 12.15pm (Group 2
Venue: Thatcham DTC venue, end of Hungerford/ Cock Lane, Southend, Berkshire
Contact: Email Gemma Hanekom at gem@thatcham-dtc.co.uk

Heelwork to Music Beginner's Course
Swindon Dog dancing school has a new Beginner's Course starting. Just a couple of spaces remaining. Dogs need to have basic socialisation and obedience skills.
Venue: St. Andrew's Church Hall, Swindon, Wiltshire
Contact: Please contact Angela Richens as soon as possible for more information by email: ngela.richens@ntlworld.com or ring tel: 01793 349172

SE & E. Angila Area Meeting
An Area meeting has been arranged to discuss the Agility Council Agenda. There are quite a few items of particular interest to all Agility people, so please support your reps by attending. Everyone welcome. 7.30pm start
Venue: Lilley Village Hall, Lilley, Nr Hitchin, Herts
Contact: Ring John Gilbert for further info on tel. 01582 882366 or mobile: 0771 448 1102. Email: faldoagility@aol.com. Please bring a copy of the Agenda with you.

Agility Liaison Council Meeting
Proposals for inclusion on the Agenda should reach Zoe Tharmasingam, in the Canine Activities Department at the Kennel Club by Friday, 17 October 2008. Each eligible society may submit, through their representative, items for the agenda. Individuals may also submit items for the agenda direct to the Kennel Club. Proposals must be concise and if an amendment or an additional Regulation is proposed, the Regulation reference number must be given. .
Venue: The Kennel Club, 1-5 Clarges Street, Piccadilly, London W1J 8AB
Contact: Please submit items to: Zoe Tharmasingham, Working Trials Obedience and Agility Team, The Kennel Club, 1-5 Clarges Street, Piccadilly, London W1J 8AB

Heelwork to Music Beginner's Course
Swindon Dog dancing school has a new Beginner's Course starting. Just a couple of spaces remaining. Dogs need to have basic socialisation and obedience skills.
Venue: St. Andrew's Church Hall, Swindon, Wiltshire
Contact: Please contact Angela Richens as soon as possible for more information by email: ngela.richens@ntlworld.com or ring tel: 01793 349172

AC Agility January Show
Large: Agility Jumping and steeplechase Grades 1 - 3 and 4 - 7 Small and Medium : Agility Jumping and steeplechase Grades 1 - 7
Venue: Breach Lane, Wotton Bassett, Nr Swindon
Contact: For a form or more details please Email anthony.acagility@tiscali.co.uk or ring Anthony on tel. 01367 252828

Scrambles Simulated Show
The third of several simulated shows we will be holding. Excellent practice. You can run for real or NFC. Training in the ring allowed.Clickers, toys, muzzles etc all allowed for NFC runs. Rosettes to 10%.Limited to only 40. Entry fee £8-00 for 4 runs.
Venue: Apps Court Farm, Hurst Road, Walton on Thames, Surrey KT12 2EG
Contact: Email Lu Candy at info@scramblesdts.com or ring tel. 01932 222022

Starters Heelwork To Music
We are holding a workshop for those who have never tried heelwork to music before. The sport is getting far more popular and is very good for helping handlers and dogs to bond and have fun together as well as being very good for building your dogs muscle tone. The workshop will be held between 1.30pm and 4.30pm at a cost of £20 per handler to include refreshments and handouts. Come and give it a try!
Venue: Longfield and New Barn Community Centre, Fawkham Road Longfield, Kent DA3 7QP
Contact: Ring Louise Ince on tel. 01322 668955 or email at louise.ince@ntlworld.com

An Evening with Mary Ray at Bayford DTC
Bayford Dog Training Club present an Evening with Mary Ray/ Starts 7.00pm sharp. Tickets: £15 incl. refreshments
Venue: Bayford Memorial Hall, Ashendene Rd, Bayford, Herts. SG13 8PX. (off B158)
Contact: Gwen Gibbs, 12,.Ashendene Road, Bayford, Herts. SG13 8PX. SAE for tickets, please.

Dennis MacAulay Agility Training Day
There are a couple of spaces available in the morning, 9:30am - 12:30pm for G1-3 and several in the afternoon, 1:30 - 4:30pm for more experienced dogs / handlers. From the forms participants return, Dennis will covers the areas raised as requiring help with during the 3 hour session and in his infamous style will offer you advise on handling your dog as well as entertaining you with his usual cheerful banter. Sessions will be 3 hours with a maximum of 8 participants on each. Cost: £28 which includes a variety of drinks, bisuits and cakes supplied.
Venue: Sunnyside, Sachel Court Drive, Alfold, Surrey, Gu6 8HR. We are 10 miles South of Guildford and 10 miles and 10 miles North of Horsham.Just off the A 281 Training will be in a fully fenced 30 x 30 meter, very well drained sand school, with some shelter if it rains! The arena is well screened and the equipment is solid, good quality and well maintained.
Contact: For registration forms or any queries contact Sue Dennison on tel. 01403 752355 or mobile: 07973 713368 any time

Heelwork to Music Workshop with Richard Curtis
There are a couple of handler places unexpectedly availiable for a one day starters/novice workshop with Richard Curtis. The day will run from 10am - 4.30pm and will cover many areas of HTM. Cost of the workshop is spread amoungst the amount of handlers.
Venue: Willand Village Hall, Cullompton, Devon EX15 2PP
Contact: Ring Alicia Hill on mobile: 07977128514

Have A Go Day at Paws & Go
A Taster Day for anyone who want to 'Have A Go' without committing to a full course. Cost £15.00 for 1.5 hour session including refreshments
Venue: Paws and Go Agility, Wraysbury, Staines. Based 2.5 miles from M25 Junction 13
Contact: Email: info@pawsandgoagility.co.uk or ring mobile: 07976 213393. Web: www.pawsandgoagility.co.uk

Tracy Flower Training Day at Paws & Go
Dogs that are ready to compete experienced handlers in the morning (3 hours) and G3+ in the afternoon (3 hours). Cost: £25.00. Only a couple of places available
Venue: Paws and Go Agility, based in Wraysbury, Staines - 2.5 miles from M25 Juction 13
Contact: Email: info@pawsandgoagility.co.uk or ring mobile: 07976 213393. Web: www.pawsandgoagility.co.uk

AC Agility Top Dog Biathlon
A competition for dogs that compete in agility and obedience. This competition will consist of one agility round and one obedience round, The top 15 dogs in each section will gain points 1st = 15 points 15th = 1 point, the best score from the agility and obedience rounds combined will be the over all AC Agility Top Dog Biathlon Winner 2009.All dogs will compete over the same course in both the Agility and Obedience units.
Venue: AC Agility Paddock, Lechlade, Glos
Contact: For more information and for an entry form email anthony.acagility@tiscali.co.uk or ring Anthony on tel. 01367 252828

Peter Elms Train Today - Gain Tomorrow
Train with Peter Elms and improve your agility skills. The morning session, 09.30 to 12.30, is aimed at grades 1-4. The afternoon session, 2.30 to 5.30, will be for grades 5-7. All dog sizes are more than wellcome. Places will be limited to 7 dogs per session. The cost is £25 per session. Improve your speed on contacts, better weaves and course management. Or discuss your requirements with me prior to the day. One to one sessions can be arranged. Train Today-Gain Tommorrow.
Venue: City Farm, Westwood, West Calder, West Lothian EH55 8PP.
Contact: Ring Peter Elms on tel. 01506 870810 or mobile: 0779 5434306 or email: peterelms@tiscali.co.uk

Paws & Go New Beginners Puppy Class
Waiting list now open for a new beginners puppy class
Venue: Paws and Go Agility, Wraysbury, Staines, based 2.5 miles from M25 Junction 13
Contact: Email: info@pawsandgoagility.co.uk or ring mobile: 07976 213393. web: www.pawsandgoagility.co.uk

Simulated Show at Pachesham
Ever wanted to train you dog in the ring? Well now you can. 3 agility runs, 1 jumping run. Toys, titbits, clickers welcome run at whatever height you like. Dogs from 15 months. Cost: £8 per dog including refreshments. Judging from 9.15am.
Venue: Pachesham Equestrian Centre, Randalls Road, Leatherhead, Surrey KT22 (J9 M25)
Contact: Email Eleanor Balchin pachesham@btinternet.com or ring mobile: 07809 678838

Training Day with David Munnings at Buckland Farm
David Munnings training day - all levels
Venue: Buckland Farm, Somerset. - 5 mins from Jctn 26 of the M5
Contact: Ring Carol Smith on mobile 07773 866193 or email cas.bucklandagility@tiscali.co.uk

Indoor Measuring & Novelty Dog Show
Novelty Dog show being held from 12noon-5pm. Classes includ Prettiest Bitch, Handsomest Dog, Veteran,Pedigree, non-pedigree. Refreshments. Rosettes to 5th place plus Best in Show. In addition, agility measuring session from 12 noon for dogs over 15 months old. There will be a charge for this service, minimum £2 but the organisers reserve the right to change this should additional costs occur.
Venue: Horam Village Hall, Horam East, Sussex. A267 between Heathfield and Hailsham. Good parking.
Contact: For details on either event, ring Angela Lucas on tel. 01323 500900 or email for schedule lucas.a3@sky.com

Agility Training with Andy and Nancy Hudson
9.30am – 12.30pm training session. Cost: £25.00 per dog. 10 dogs max per instructor
Venue: Lovely indoor school. The Arrow Riding Centre Darenth Park Avenue, Dartford, Kent DA2 6LZ
Contact: Ring Louise Challis on mobile: 07802 849945 or email: lc@drywalltech.co.uk

Nic Jones Training - NEW DATE
G4-7 (or experienced handlers with young dogs) 9am - 12pm. G1-3 & young dogs 1pm - 4pm. This is the third in a series of progressive and challenging workshops.
Venue: Barton in Fabis Equestrian Centre, Barton in Fabis, Derbys. About 5 miles from Jct 24 of M1. Central location and great facilities.
Contact: Ring Nic Jones on mobile 07709 306382 or email nicola@njones477.orangehome.co.uk

Introduction to Agility - Co Durham
A four week course on a Thursday evening for new handlers or experienced handlers with new dogs. Course will introduce dog and handler to the control exercises required for successful agility as well as introducing the dog to the basic agility obstacles. Cost: £25 for four weeks. Option to progress to Introduction to Agility level 2 and then into our mainstream agility classes thereafter.
Venue: At our new indoor training arena, with lighting, heating and catering facilities/viewing area. Just off the A19 Dalton Park Shopping Centre junction.
Contact: Ring Joanne Harris on tel. 0191 3894154 or email info@northeastdogtraining.com. web site: www.dogscool.co.uk

Agility Training for Trainers 1 Course
This training is designed for anyone wishing to set up and run agility classes, safely, from puppy’s agility preparation, through to adult beginner courses. Starts 7-9pm Friday, 6 February. Full days Saturday and Sunday 7th/8th. 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 don’t 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. 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.  
Venue: Selston Equestrian Centre, Commonside, Selston, Notts. NG16 6FJ
Contact: Telephone: 01773 827643. Mobile: 07870 575328 or email at kim@kimhunt.co.uk. Write to: Kim Hunt, 8 Bullsmoor, Belper, Derbyshire DE56 1JS

Balance and Co-ordination in Agility Dogs with Hannah Banks
This training day is designed to provide training and exercises for dogs to promote correct movement, balance and co-ordination, which are fundamental requirements for optimal agility performance. Improving balance and co-ordination will enable dogs to:-

• Find agility obstacles easier to negotiate, which means that during training, they will get it right more often, get rewarded more, and subsequently learn and progress faster.
• Find fast, accurate movements easier, resulting in a reduced chance of hitting equipment awkwardly, reducing the chance of accidents and injury, reducing the possibility of knocked poles, and producing more accurate, controlled negotiation of contact equipment. No agility equipment will be used, all movements will be slow, gentle and controlled, they will not involve impact, stress or excessive twisting.

Agility Training with Andy and Nancy Hudson
9.30am – 12.30pm training session. Cost: £25.00 per dog. 10 dogs max per instructor.
Venue: Lovely indoor school. The Arrow Riding Centre Darenth Park Avenue, Dartford, Kent DA2 6LZ
Contact: Ring Louise Challis on mobile: 07802 849945 or email: lc@drywalltech.co.uk

Dawn Weaver Training Day
G1-3 dogs 9-00am, G3-5 dogs 11-30am, G5-7 dogs 2-30pm. Cost: £30 per session or £50 if you book both days. First date is 23 November.
Venue: Scrambles Dog Training School, Apps Court Farm, Walton on Thames, Surrey KT12 2EG
Contact: Email Lu Candy on info @scramblesdts.com or ring tel. 01932 222022

KC Agility Judges Training
Kennel Club Agility Judges Training Rules and Regulations Seminar. It is now a Kennel Club requirement that all new judges have sat and passed this exam before their first judging appointment. Cost £25 to include tea & coffee and all publications that you will need to pass the exam.
Venue: To be held at the Victoria Inn at Roche in Mid Cornwall. Details will be provided.
Contact: For further deatils please contact either Graham Partridge at Graham @ clanfuze.fsnet.co.uk or Chris.Huckle @ Kingswold.myzen.co.uk

Dawn Weaver Training Day
Three two-hour sessions organised with six dogs maximum per session. Cost: £28 per session.
Venue: Cannington Equestrian Centre - Indoors, Nr Bridgwater Somerset
Contact: Ring Jane Tatam on tel. 01823 400002 or email amolibros@aol.com

Kennel Club Judges Training
Kennel Judges Training Programme. Seminar on Course Design and Practical Judging. If you wish to Judge at a KC Agility show for the 1st time after 1st January 2009 it is compulsory to have attended and passed both of these seminars. If you have already attended the Rules and Regs. Seminar and wish to only attend the Course design and judging element you can do so although piority will be given to those wishing to attend both days. Cost: £25 for the day £40 for both days to include Rules and Regs and Course Design.
Venue: This seminar will be predominantly outside and will be held at Indian Queens in the Mid Cornwall.
Contact: For further details please contact either Graham Partridge at Graham @ clanfurze.fsnet.co.uk or Chris Huckle at Chris.Huckle @ Kingswold.myzen.co.uk ( please omit the spaces)

David Munnings Training Day at Scrambles
Grades 1-3: 9-00am; Grades 3-5: 11-30am; Grades 5-7: 2-00pm
Venue: Apps Court Farm, Hurst Road, Walton on Thames, Surrey KT12 2EG
Contact: Email Lu Candy at info@scramblesdts.com or ring tel. 01932 222022

HTM Cabaret and Masterclass Night with Richard Curtis
An entertaining evening where Richard Curtis and his various dogs show some of the secrets behind the training of freestyle/HTM. Also various routines are performed showing each dogs character. Tickets: £12.00 pp including light refreshments. 7pm for 7.30pm
Venue: Lyndhurst Community Centre, Centre Car Park, High Street, Lyndhurst, Hampshire
Contact: email derek.gurney@tiscali.co.uk for ticket details

Scottish Junior Dog Club - Agility Training Day
The Scottish Junior Dog Club will be holding a training day with Lisa Devlin and Gail Macdonald. To participate in this event you have to be a member of SJDC. Training will start at 10 am and finish mid afternoon. Cost: only £12!. All grades, sizes and levels welcome - the more the merrier!
Venue: East Lothian Dog Club have kindly donated their training venue for the event near Drem in East Lothian.
Contact: For further details and a registration form please contact Carol-Anne Duthie on 07808 950793 or email carol-anne.duthie@hotmail.com.

Training Day with Amanda Pigg
Training day with Amanda Pigg for Grades 1-5. Two groups of maximum 8 dogs. Each session will be 2 hours long. Cost for the training is £15 per session. Training will cover jumping sequences, weaves and contacts. First session will be 10.30am-12.30pm, then 12.45- 2.45pm.
Venue: Plum Pudding Equestrian Centre, Minnis Bay, Kent. Same venue as WAG shows.
Contact: Email Amanda at amanda @ a pigg . fsnet . co . uk (remove spaces) or ring mobile: 07974 135034.

Peter Elms Train Today - Gain Tomorrow
Train with Peter Elms and improve your agility skills. The morning session, 9.30 to 12.30, is aimed at Grades 1-4. The afternoon session, 2.30 to 5.30pm, will be for Grades 5-7. All dog sizes are more than wellcome. Places will be limited to 7 dogs per session. The cost is £25 per session. Improve your speed on contacts, better weaves and course management. Or discuss your requirements with me prior to the day. One to one sessions can be arranged. Train Today-Gain Tomorrow.
Venue: City Farm, Westwood, West Calder, West Lothian EH55 8PP
Contact: Ring Peter Elms on tel. 01506 870810 or mobile:07795 434306 or email: peterelms@tiscali.co.uk

Games Training Day with Shaun Hunt
Games training day with Shaun Hunt, covering UKA snooker and gamblers classes. You must know the rules before coming on this training day (see UKA website)
Venue: Buckland Farm, 5 mins from Jctn 26 of the M5 in Somerset
Contact: Ring Carol Smith on mobile: 07773 866193 or email cas.bucklandagility@tiscali.co.uk

Simulated Show at Pachesham
Ever wanted to train you dog in the ring? Well now you can. 3 agility runs, 1 jumping run. Toys, titbits, clickers welcome run at whatever height you like. Dogs from 15 months. Cost: £8 per dog including refreshments. Judging from 9.15am.
Venue: Pachesham Equestrian Centre, Randalls Road, Leatherhead, Surrey KT22 (J9 M25)
Contact: Email Eleanor Balchin pachesham@btinternet.com or ring mobile: 07809 678838

Nic Jones Training
G4-7 (or exp. handlers with young dogs) 9am - 12pm. G1-3 & young dogs 1pm - 4pm. Last in a series of progressive and challenging workshops. Central location and great facilities.
Venue: Barton in Fabis Equestrian Centre, 5miles from Jct24 of M1
Contact: Ring Nic Jones on mobile 07709 306382 or email nicjonesagility.co.uk

Scrambles Simulated Show
The fourth of several simulated shows we will be holding. Excellent practice. You can run for real or NFC. Training in the ring allowed.Clickers, toys, muzzles etc all allowed for NFC runs. Rosettes to 10%.Limited to only 40. Entry fee £8-00 for 4 runs.
Venue: Apps Court Farm, Hurst Road, Walton on Thames, Surrey KT12 2EG
Contact: Email Lu Candy at info@scramblesdts.com or ring tel. 01932 222022

How to Have a Calmer Dog
Following on from her one-day course in Crowborough last year on how to reduce stress in dogs, Sheila Harper presents a brand new seminar. This time she will consider some of the more practical aspects of reducing hyperactivity and having a calmer dog. Every aspect of the time spent with a dog can make a difference to the overall balance and well-being of the individual. You cannot tell a dog to calm down or teach him by training, but by working towards reducing stress levels and improving the bond between you a state of calmness and confidence can be achieved. Learn more about how dogs communicate, implementing our philosophy in your interaction with dogs. Learn an innovative, gentle and positive approach to understanding and working with dogs. Join us to find out more about

• Handling techniques to promote calmness
• Lead work to avoid pulling and consequently health issues
• Calming strategies
• Quiet yet stimulating games and activities to build self-confidence
• How enrichment can provide a dog with coping strategies
• Why choice can make a real difference
• How to form a true partnership promoting trust and self-esteem

Living with A Dog with A Past Presented by Sheila Harper
Living with a dog with a troubled past or even an unknown past can be both challenging and rewarding, depending upon our expectations and demands. It is vital to consider how much we are prepared to take the time to understand him as an individual and to recognise his specific needs.Introducing a new dog into the home can be a sensitive time for the dog and for other family members whether they have two legs or four. Despite even the most careful planning, expectations may not match reality. As well as helping you to understand your dog and his past, Sheila will give you some pointers to consider, particularly in relation to stress management for all and possible strategies to make the transition as smooth as possible.This course will also endeavour to cover:-

• Needs including exercise and nutrition
• Enrichment
• Building relationships
• How to build a balanced life for your dog
• When to start training and what form it should take
• How to deal with common behaviour problems
• What these dogs can bring us

Badshot Lea Measuring Day
Badshot Lea Agility Club is holding a measuring day with Sue White and Amanda Rogers.
Venue: Squires Garden Centre, Badshot Lea, Farnham, Surrey
Contact: Ring Angie Carter on tel. 01252 663545 or email freddyandangie@ntlworld.co.uk

Agility Training with Andy and Nancy Hudson
9.30am – 12.30pm training session. Cost: £25.00 per dog. 10 dogs max per instructor
Venue: Lovely indoor school. The Arrow Riding Centre Darenth Park Avenue, Dartford, Kent DA2 6LZ
Contact: Ring Louise Challis on mobile: 07802 849945 or email: lc@drywalltech.co.uk

Day Trip to Crufts from Somerset
Day trip to Crufts by coach. Departing from Cartgate, near Yeovil at 06.30hrs, returning approx 19.30hrs. Adults: £24. Children and Senior Citizens: £19.75.
Venue: NEC Birmingham
Contact: Ring Sue Mosedale on tel. 01458 210794 or email: sue@mosedale9058.fsnet.co.uk.

2-day Tellington TTouch Weekend Workshop
Taught by Toni Shelbourne one of the UK's top practitioners, this two day workshop is designed to give you practical skills to help your own dog. Over the weekend you will get a taster of all the TTouch tools including body work, ground work and specialised equipment. Cost: £85
Venue: Nr Reading, Berks
Contact: Ring Toni Shelbourne on tel. 0118 9413270 or email: ttouch1@btconnect.com. Web site: www.tellingtontouch.co.uk

Canine Sports Science Seminar 2009
This is the third in a series of Canine Sports Science Seminars, organised by Pete van Dongen, Steve Croxford and Zoe Tharmasingam, in cooperation with The Kennel Club. This Seminar should prove of interest to everybody involved in any canine sports, veterinary medicine, complementary medicine and much more. Subjects for this year are:

• The Veterinary Perspective on discipline specific training and rehabilitation.
• Canine Massage Therapy – Comparison between species and disciplines – includes practical demo.
• Gait Analysis and Conformation – How does it relate to various disciplines and injuries? – Includes practical demo’s/Videos.
• McTimoney Chiropractic – The role of this treatment modality in the Sporting Dog.

Simulated Show at Pachesham
Ever wanted to train you dog in the ring? Well now you can. 3 agility runs, 1 jumping run. Toys, titbits, clickers welcome run at whatever height you like. Dogs from 15 months. Cost: £8 per dog including refreshments. Judging from 9.15am.
Venue: Pachesham Equestrian Centre, Randalls Road, Leatherhead, Surrey (J9 M25)
Contact: Email Eleanor Balchin pachesham@btinternet.com or ring mobile: 07809 678838

Training Day with Dawn Weaver Outside
Classes G1-3 from 9.00am -12.30pm. G3-5 from 1.00 - 4.30pm. Cost: £30 per dog. 7 handlers per class.
Venue: 16 Station Road, Manea, Cambs (nr. March)
Contact: Email Tony Ryman at tony.ryman@btinternet.com. Please put your telephone number on your email. Or ring tel. 01354 688071 or mobile: 07914 868435

Peter Elms Train Today - Gain Tomorrow
Train with Peter Elms and improve your agility skills. The morning sesion, 09.30 to 12.30, is aimed at grades 1-4. The afternoon session, 2.30 to 5.30, will be for grades 5-7. All dog sizes are more than wellcome. Places will be limited to 7 dogs per session. The cost is £25 per session. Improve your speed on cotacts, better weaves and course management. Or discuss your requirements with me prior to the day. One to one sessions can be arranged. Train Today-Gain Tomorrow
Venue: City Farm, Westwood, West Calder, West Lothian EH55 8PP
Contact: Ring Peter Elms on tel. 01506 870810 or mobile: 07795 434306 or email: peterelms@tiscali.co.uk

Training Day with Dawn Weaver Outside
Classes for G1-4 handlers from 9.00am - 12.30pm. G5-7 handlers from 1.00 - 4.30pm. Cost: £30 per handler per class.
Venue: 16 Station Road, Manea, Cambs (nr. March)
Contact: Email Tony Ryman at tony.ryman@btinternet.com. Please put yur telephone number on your email. Or ring tel. 01354 688071 or mobile: 07914 868435

British Agility Association, Judges, Ring Managers & Show Organisers Training Day
Anyone interested in judging, ring managing &/or running a BAA show will find this relaxed, friendly and informative training day a beneficial addition to their calendar. These training days will cover all aspects of Judging, Ring Managing & Show Organising 'The BAA Way.' These 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).
Venue: Asfordby Amateurs Sports Club, Hoby Road , Asfordby, Nr. Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire LE13 1RZ
Contact: For more information, June Bass on tel. 01664 500327 or to download an application form Visit http://www.baa.uk.net/judge.html

Steve Hutchinson Training Day
2 sessions - Morning: 9am-12noon, Afternoon: 1.30-4.30pm. Limited to 6 handlers per session. All grades welcome. Cost: £25 per session including refreshments.
Venue: Melsonby, North Yorkshire. 2 miles from A1 Scotch Corner.
Contact: Ring Steve on mobile: 07777 645035 or Liz on mobile: 07702260076. Email steve@sasnorthyorkshire.co.uk

Training Day with Toni Dawkins in Suffolk
There will be 8 dogs per group. Morning session is 9.30-12.30, and the afternoon session is 1.30-4.30 (each session is 3 hours). Cost is £28.00 per session including refreshments.
Venue: Pet Dog Training Centre, Stonham Barns, Pettaugh Road, Stonham Aspal, Suffolk IP14 6AT. Situated in our fully enclosed ¾ acre paddock.
Contact: Please ring either tel. 01449 711147 or mobile: 07775 588747 or 07708 769748. Alternatively email enquiries to nwmmic@aol.com.

Lead Agression & Canine Communication
Presented by Turid Rugaas, one of the world's leading experts on dog behaviour who has made a huge impact throughout the world with her insight into canine communication and understanding of dog behaviour. Essential knowledge for anyone who has anything to do with dogs either on a professional basis, such as vets, behaviourists, dog trainers and those working in rescue kennels, or for pet owners.The body language of dogs is often misunderstood and misinterpreted and our interaction can lead to conflict or even confrontation. By nature dogs are conflict solvers, and correct handling is extremely effective with dogs showing defensive behaviours, normally labelled by most of us as aggressive. Simply by using the correct body language we can help reduce a build-up of stress, consequently helping fearful, excitable and hyperactive dogs. Learn what you dog is thinking, learn how to communication with him and make a start on solving your problems!Many dogs for example, are quite happy off lead but often their behaviour seems to deteriorate once they are on lead as they often lunge, bark and can be difficult to calm down. Why do they behave in a manner that society perceives as unacceptable and what can we do to help them to change their behaviour? Turid will deal with these questions during these two days and the following topics will also be discussed in more detail:-

• How to recognise body language and signals
• When working on lead, how does the handler influence situations?
• How does the way in which the dog is handled influence on-lead behaviour?

1. Two-day seminar on Canine Aggression on 3rd & 4th October 2009 at Little Haywood in Staffordshire
2. Three-day seminar on Behaviour Problem Solving on 16th, 17th and 18th October 2009 at Little Haywood in Staffordshire

Agillity Instructors Course Module 1 - Starting Instructing
Module One (1 day) of theory and practical sessions.

• Qualities of a dog training instructor.
• Legal requirements, health and safety.
• Class structure, size and abilities, warm up / down.
• Training plan / planning training / training cycle.
• Assessing dogs & handlers – identifying and dealing with problems (not solving dog behaviour problems)/ What age can dogs start training - when and what exercises are appropriate.
• Basic control - how much / how little is needed before a dog can start.
• Training techniques - How dogs learn, positive – negative reinforcement, rewards, shaping, back chaining

Training Day with Toni Dawkins in Suffolk
There will be 8 dogs per group. Morning session is 9.30-12.30, and the afternoon session is 1.30-4.30 (each session is 3 hours). Cost is £28.00 per session including refreshments. Includes refreshments.
Venue: Venue: Pet Dog Training Centre, Stonham Barns, Pettaugh Road, Stonham Aspal, Suffolk, IP14 6AT. Situated in our fully enclosed 3/4 acre paddock.
Contact: Please ring either tel. 01449 711147 or mobile 07775 588747 or 07708 769748. Alternatively email enquiries to nwmmic@aol.com

2-day Tellington TTouch Workshop
Taught by Toni Shelbourne one of the UK's top practitioners, this two day workshop is designed to give you practical skills to help your own dog. Over the weekend you will get a taster of all the TTouch tools including body work, ground work and specialised equipment. Cost: £85
Venue: Nr Reading, Berks
Contact: Ring Toni Shelbourne on tel. 0118 941 3270 or email ttouch1@btconnect.com Visit: www.tellingtontouch.co.uk

Agility Training for Trainers 2 Course
This training is designed as a follow-on course to Training for Trainers 1, although existing trainers with some previous experience would also be welcome. This training will take place all day Saturday 25th and Sunday 26th.   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! 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. Course fee is £165 including lunch and all course material
Venue: Willow Cottage, Coach Road, Golden Valley, Riddings, Derbyshire DE55 4ES
Contact: Telephone: 01773 827643. Mobile: 07870 575328 or email at kim@kimhunt.co.uk. Write to: Kim Hunt, 8 Bullsmoor, Belper, Derbyshire DE56 1JS or go to www.kimhunt.co.uk

Aggression & Arousal in Agility Seminar
Talking Dogs would like to invite you to an evening with Sue Sternberg. While the sport of agility has done much for enhancing the relationship between people and their dogs, it has also created some problematic and even dangerous situations in classes and trials. Little is understood about the differences between arousal, ‘drive’ and aggression. Dog-dog frustration and displays can mimic aggression. Sue will discuss how to observe whether a dog is truly a danger to other dogs or just displaying, how to manage dogs, and maintain safe classes, how to protect your own dog from attack and how to tell if your own dog should continue to attend trials or go to classes. Sue Sternberg is simply one of the most knowledgeable, dedicated and compassionate people in the dog world today. Sue is the founder and director of Rondout Valley Animals for Adoption, a not-for-profit open admission animal shelter in upstate New York. Sue is an expert in dog aggression and an innovator in the field of shelter dog welfare. She develops programs to prevent pet relinquishment and overpopulation, to match families with safe pets, and to help shelters attend to the mental health of the animals in their care. From 7.00 to 10.00pm
Venue: The seminar will be held at Abbots Ripton Village Hall, Huntingdon, Cambs.
Contact: For more information ring Pam at Talking Dogs Ltd on tel. 01733 311610 or email: info@talkingdogs.org.uk. Or you can download a booking form at: http://www.talkingdogs.org.uk/events-suesternberg.htm

The Kingdom of Scent - Scent Discrimination
Scent work is one of the most enjoyable ways for all dogs to spend their time and encouraging them to engage their natural instincts allows us to see our best friends in a new light. Only through observing the capabilities of the dog at work can we begin to have any understanding of just how well adapted they are for survival and social co-operation. Did you know that your dog’s sense of smell is so finely tuned that he can detect two grains of sand in a beach 500 metres long by 50 metres wide by 50 centimetres deep? How incredible is that! So, what is “scent discrimination”? Quite simply, it is the ability to discriminate between smells or to pick one scent among others. A drugs dog can recognise the smell of a certain drug amongst the scents of food, sweat, leather, oil, tobacco, practically anything, in fact. Do you have a food allergy? You can teach your dog to detect, for example, traces of gluten, soya or peanuts in your food. Or in these days of the credit crunch, how about you and your dog teaming up to search for truffles - could be a nice little earner!! Whether you are a professional or a pet dog owner wanting to share fun activities with your dog, why not join us for a stimulating and unforgettable three days? All ages and abilities will be catered for and don’t worry if you think your dog doesn’t know that he’s got a nose - there will be help at hand! Presenter Anne-Lill runs her own dog training school in Norway, situated on a wooded farm. She is in high demand throughout Europe and Japan as a stimulating speaker and her new book, Kingdom of Scent is one of our best sellers. Not only has Anne Lill trained dogs in search and rescue, but she also spent two and a half years in Angola training dogs to detect land mines. She has an unusual gift, a real passion for her work and a wonderful understanding of how dogs learn and how best to teach them. Anne-Lill understands their body language and takes into account how dogs feel. This in itself gives her a distinct advantage over other trainers, and means that she can achieve results with dogs that other professional would be hard-pressed to emulate. Cost: £180.00. Handler places £15.00 supplement.
Venue: Rake Village Hall, Brewells Lane, Rake, Nr. Liss, Surrey GU33 7JA
Contact: Sheila Harper Ltd., The Winding House, Walkers Rise Hednesford, Staffordshire WS12 0QU. Tel: 01543 878989. Email: Info@sheilaharper.co.uk www.sheilaharper.co.uk

Agillity Instructors Course Module 2 - Equipment Training
Module Two (1 day). is mainly practical with some theory. Describes the different techniques for equipment training, and their advantages and disadvantages, when and for how long should they used.

• Contact training methods. Starting dogs on the A-
• frame, Dogwalk, SeeSaw
Weaves training methods channel, V, nets
• Tyres
• Tunnels
• Jumps - recall, sendaway, basic turns, what height and when, long jump and spread.

Agillity Instructors Course Module 3 - Teaching Handling Skills
Module Three (1 day) Mainly practical with some theory Commands, Control, and Direction. Giving Advice and feedback, Remote handling, advanced turns. Motivation for handlers and dog’s. Students may bring their dogs at no extra charge and they may be used in the practical sessions if suitable. This module is part of a course of 5 modules and can also be done on its own Cost £40 or £150 for the whole course
Venue: Orchard Farm, Kenn Road, Kenn, Clevedon, North Somerset BS21 6TT, a few miles from M5 J20
Contact: Ring Mike on tel. 01934 833525 or mobile: 07889 447593 Email mike_of_diamonds@yahoo.co.uk. Or go to web site www.diamond-dog-training.co.uk

An Invitation to Play with Christina Sondermann
You are invited to come and play with us this weekend! This course is based on Christina’s hugely successful book “Playtime for your dog”. Playing with your dog not only enhances the bond between you, but also forms and important part in the development of his well-being by building self confidence, on top of which it’s fun! This course will help you discover games and activities that both you and your dog can enjoy on an everyday basis with little financial outlay and no previous experience. Amongst other ideas, you will

• Be amazed at your dog’s sense of smell
• Surprise him with amusing chew games
• Master a living room agility course
• Turn your walks into exciting adventures

How to be a Dog Detective by Sally Askew
Aimed at all the budding Sherlock Holmes and Dr Watsons out there, no matter how much detective work you have already undertaken! Bring along your magnifying glass and deer stalker - you can leave your pipe at home - to unearth the mysteries behind dog behaviour. Gather together the tools you need and find out how to collect the evidence to make a thorough investigation into canine behaviour and misbehaviour. What happens when our dogs “commit crimes”? Is it intentional? Is it behaviour we can expect? Or could there be reasons behind it that mean that they might not be able to help acting in this way? When problems arise, we tend to search for the most obvious solutions and then become frustrated when we only get a limited response. Join Sally to find out why this is. Often we see short term improvements but then the pattern of behaviour begins to slip back. Sally aims to explore the reasons behind this. Take bullying, for example. Did you know that this behaviour could arise from a mineral imbalance? Or that it could be learnt from inappropriate play? And how can we help a dog who is either a bully or who has been bullied? What about a dog that won’t perform in the ring? Could there be more to this than just being 'stubborn?' Let’s search for the clues and analyse the evidence together! It’s important to be thorough and to look at every possible angle in order to understand the underlying cause of any problems rather than looking at the symptoms. This course will include the role of many of the following when making deductions: social contact; socialisation; health; nutrition; mineral balance; relationships; training; mental stimulation; breed; body work. Sally has worked tirelessly over the past few years to improve the lives of dogs physically, emotionally and behaviourally. With interests in complementary therapies, health and behaviour she has a whole toolbox to draw on, along with a real empathy for dogs. Sally is a qualified teacher and trainer of people and dogs. She is a full member of the PDTE and the APDT, a qualified Bowen Technique practitioner for humans and dogs and a member of the Guild of Essential Oil Therapists for animals. She is a human nutritionist and is one of the few outside of the veterinary profession to have a qualification in small animal nutrition. Sally offers a truly holistic approach to living with dogs. This course is an ideal introduction to Sheila Harper’s course on 'Solving Behaviour Problems' to be held at Little Haywood Village Hall on 16, 17 and 18 October 2009. Cost: £99.00 No handler places.
Venue: Little Haywood Village Hall, Chilwell Avenue, Little Haywood, Staffordshire ST18 0QZ.
Contact: Sheila Harper Ltd., The Winding House, Walkers Rise Hednesford, Staffordshire WS12 0QU. Tel: 01543 878989. Email: Info@sheilaharper.co.uk. www.sheilaharper.co.uk

Sheila Harper's Canine Activity Holiday
A fun learning holiday that you can share with or without your dog, surrounded by like-minded people, staying in local accommodation. This could be entitled, Training for Life. Stress-free activities include natural obstacle courses, walks, fun nose work, tracking, training your dog to help you, fun and games and much more! Activities may included a treasure hunt, or an organised dog walk on Cannock Chase. Learn more about how dogs communicate, implementing our philosophy in your interaction with dogs. Learn an innovative, gentle and positive approach to understanding and working with dogs. We have been running similar events since the mid-1990’s. They provide a unique opportunity to extend your knowledge, learn new techniques or to enjoy each other’s company at a slow, relaxed pace in an informal atmosphere. Make new friends or meet old ones, exchange ideas, network, relax and socialise. Our holiday will be held in English but we often have international flavour with previous visitors coming from as far afield as the USA and Israel. Whether you are a handler or spectator you are bound to have a great time! The day usually runs from 10am to 5pm although we may leave one afternoon free to allow you to explore the local area. Demonstrations or short theory sessions are interspersed with practical sessions and coffee breaks. For any partners not intending to join in with the holiday there is a whole host of things to do in the area. From historic buildings such as Lord Lichfield’s estate, Shugborough Hall, museums and gardens to theme parks, shopping, playing golf, or just relaxing, this area is brimming with ways of spending time. There is a variety of walking/biking / horse riding terrain, ranging from forest, hills and heath land to canal towpaths and more gentle landscape. We can provide a guide to the area beforehand upon request. Various types of accommodation are available, ranging from dog-friendly camping to cottages or B&B. £325.00 per person (excludes meals and accommodation)
Venue: The Lamp Room, Museum of Cannock Chase, Valley Road, Hednesford, Staffordshire WS12 1TD. The Museum of Cannock Chase is situated right next to Cannock Chase, an ideal area for dog walking, and which is beautiful at any time of year.
Contact: Further information will be sent with confirmation of your place. Sheila Harper Ltd., The Winding House, Walkers Rise, Hednesford, Staffordshire WS12 0QU. Tel: 01543 878989. Email: Info@sheilaharper.co.uk www.sheilaharper.co.uk

Agillity Instructors Course Module 4 - Competition Coaching
Module Four (1 day) is mainly practical with some theory on coaching the competitive handler and dog including Motivation, Setting Goals, Measuring success, Advanced handling, Control and speed. This module also suits the agility handler who wants to become an enthusiastic competitor but may not want to be an instructor. Students may bring dogs at no extra charge and t