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UPCOMING EVENTS
DOG OF THE MONTH
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WHAT'S NEW AT ACME
WALOP DONATION UPDATE
$334 toward our $1000 2010 goal
380 pounds of pet food (180 pounds OVER our 200 lb goal)
thank you so much for your support!!!
NEXT MONTH'S PREVIEW Hiking and camping with your dog
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ACME CANINE'S
DOG OF THE MONTH
September Dog of the Month
Harper is a 3 year old rescued Labrador Retriever with aggressive tendencies. Acme Canine views canine aggression as a dog that considers the option of growling, snarling, snapping or biting when they do not like the situation they are in; whether that is with a valued item being taken away, being in a strange environment or being change as to their 'pack status.'
March of this year Acme Canine assessed Harper for Paul and Roberta Brunner. Harper had started showing aggression toward other dogs on his walks around the neighborhood. They were relieved to learn that although aggression can not be removed from a dog's personality, it can be managed by lowering his stress level in everyday life situations.
Since Harper's aggression was toward dogs and not people we were able to do private lessons on a weekly basis to help establish a strong obedience foundation in order to provide Harper with the tools to control himself when he felt the urge to dominate other dogs.
The Brunners and Harper were very good students and worked very hard, but progress was slow to achieve.
July the Brunners decided to send Harper to us to work out more of his behavior issues. Harper spent his days at Acme Canine in a structured environment of training sessions, supervised playtimes, walks around the block and field trips to test Harper's ability to control himself around other dogs and in new environments. He also spent time outdoors to stretch his legs and enjoy the fresh air. Harper graduated from training and has continued to show improvement as far as showing respect and reliability in various situations.
The Brunners understand that training is a team effort and have continued to work obedience as a way of life for Harper. They have taken on the responsibility of being a good leader to Harper and have participated in Spike's Pool Party, Talking Dog and Pack to Basics to assist with managing Harper's aggressive tendencies.
In 5 months Harper has made great strides toward becoming a well manner member of society. We're proud of him and the dedication and hard work of the Brunners.
Congratulations to Harper for being Acme Canine's September Dog of the Month and to the Brunners for being responsible dog owners.
Vote for Acme Canine's October Dog of the Month on Woofie's Facebook page
Emily mentions this dog is a lab but it looks like a golden to us
Delta police first in Canada to hire therapy dog
Delta police department's latest canine recruit is more likely to lick than growl.
The two-year-old male yellow Lab, the first police therapy dog in Canada, started six weeks of on-the-job training Monday, said Delta police spokeswoman Sgt. Sharlene Brooks.
Adding a dog to the department's victim services team is a new approach to helping people in traumatic situations, Brooks said.
The four-legged therapist will offer support and reassurance for "excessively emotional" people, she said. (read more)
Interested in having your dog involved in a Therapy Program? Contact Acme Canine. A new 6-weekTherapy Dog class starts Monday September 13th at 7pm.
WHAT'S NEW
AT ACME CANINE
NEW & improved
Acme Canine Website
Along with a link to Spike's Blog and a new header for The Bark, in the next few weeks you will experience an improved Acme Canine website with scheduling capabilities, search features, a forum to discuss dog related topics, and much much more.
Thanks to the great geeks at Forefront Web we will have a website to serve as a canine resource for Central Ohio dog owners and throughout cyberspace.
Selecting a Crate for Your Dog
by Jaime Simpkins, Wood Dog Crate
Dog
crates aren't cheap, so before you go shopping, think carefully about what you
want in a crate. It would be a huge waste of money if you bought the wrong
product for your dog. (read more)
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UPCOMING EVENTS
we're kicking off September... with Fitness with Fido Wednesdays at 6:30pm Acme Canine is privileged to have personal fitness trainer, Stacy Gotti, as the instructor for this amazing exercise class for dogs and dog owners.
Similar to Thank Dog Boot Camp and the New York dog fitness
class this weekly exercise program will turn your dog into
your workout buddy, and you'll both lose weight and feel great in the process.
Therapy Dog Class begins September 13. This a a great opportunity to develop the skills toward therapy work and important for every dog owner thinking of of having a well mannered dog.
When your dog passes the test, he will receive AKC certification, and with a facility's permission, you can bring your dog to nursing homes and libraries.
All of our events are posted on this calendar. Watch for our Walking without Pulling workshop coming soon. In other news, a new session of Therapy Dog training is forming, and our HowlOWeen party is just around the corner.
Join us at Antrim Park September 12 for TicTacDog and other fun games
Acme Canine offer a variety of group classes as well as special interest workshops. September events include teaching your dog to fetch, games at Antrim Park, dog toy testing, therapy dog classes, exercising with your dog and much more. Most events are held at the Acme Canine facility, 1385 Franklin Street, Lewis Center. Call us at 740.548.1717 or email us at training@acmecanine.com for more details on dates and times.
We offer an enhanced five week Saturday Puppy Preschool program set up on a rotating basis. All classes held at the Acme Canine facility, 1385 Franklin Street, Lewis Center.
1:00 to 2:00 PM on Saturdays
Very few dog owners realize the importance of early socialization and learning practices which puppies need to prevent future behavior problems. Acme Canine Puppy Preschool program will assist you with understanding your dog and in getting the most out of your lives together. Cost $25/session
NEW FOR OSU FOOTBALL SEASON; games on television so you can attend preschool and not miss Buckeye excitement
Saturdays September 4, 11, 18, 25
Acme Canine also offers private puppy classes at your home for you and your family, breed selection and litter temperament testing. For more information contact training@acmecanine.com
Beware Sneaky Overfeeders in the Family
by Helen Fazio, Travel Dog Blogger,
Why is Fluffy fat? She gets a diet dog food and two nice walks every day. You might have to check with your vet about a possible medical cause, but first make sure that everybody in the family is on board with your dog's meal plan. (read more)
Dogs Sneak Food When We're Not Looking by Jennifer Viegas/ Discovery News If a dog's eyes appear to be riveted to you and your sandwich the next time you try to enjoy lunch, consider the clever, strategical intent of your rapt viewer. That's because new research has just demonstrated dogs quietly sneak food when we're not looking, waiting for the perfect opportunity to bite, steal and nosh. (read more)
Obesity in Dogs: Canine Weight Management and Obesity Prevention
By Jenna Stregowski, RVT, About.com
Canine obesity is one of the fastest growing health problems seen in dogs today. As with people, obesity can lead to a variety of diseases, disorders and other complications in dogs. In a 2008 study, the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention estimated that 44% of U.S. dogs were overweight or obese. That's approximately 33 million dogs in the U.S. alone. (read more)
we guarantee you'll see improvement in just one session
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