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A NOSE FOR ADVENTURE

An introduction to the Sporting Detection Dogs Association.

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Building trust and responsivness in your dog.

LIFESTYLE SPORTS GROOMING AND MORE

GROOMER GUIDE

What every dog owner should share.

FUR-EVER FIT

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CELEBRATING SPRING WITH OUR FURRY FRIENDS

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Welcome to the Spring issue of PAW Quarterly! As the days grow warmer and the flowers begin to bloom, there's no better time to celebrate the joy our dogs bring into our lives. This edition brings a variety of topics to educate, inspire, and support you and your four-legged companions.

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In honour of Canine Fitness Month, we explore ways to keep your dog active and build healthier habits, ensuring they’re ready to enjoy all the adventures spring has to offer.

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We’re thrilled to spotlight the Sporting Detection Dogs Association, an organization that highlights the extraordinary abilities of dogs in scent detection sports. This growing sport builds an incredible bond between handlers and their dogs while showcasing their innate instincts.

DESIGN & PUBLISHING Tracy Hahn

For training enthusiasts, we focus on the importance of the recall command—a life-saving skill that every dog and owner should master. Learn tips and techniques to make recall training fun, effective, and reliable.

On the nutrition front, we share the incredible health benefits of blueberries for your dog. Packed with antioxidants, these tiny superfoods can be a delicious and nutritious addition to your pup's diet. What would life be without a little reward? We round out the issue with a new homemade treat recipe to spoil our precious pups.

Spring is a time for renewal and growth, and it’s the perfect opportunity to strengthen the bond you share with your dog. Whether you’re training, playing, or just snuggling up on the couch, we hope this issue inspires you to make the most of the season with your best friend by your side.

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CONTRIBUTORS Nicole Vaughn, Emily Garland, Carly Patryluk and Staff Writer.

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CONTRIBUTORS SHAWN SOTKOWY Shawn brings his management skills and dedication to PQ blending his passion for dogs with his editorial endeavours. His research skills and creativity are a great asset lending support and "Taking Care of Business" in every issue. He has loved many different breeds over his lifetime and was introduced to dog sports in 2018.

TRACY HAHN Tracy is a multimedia designer and desktop publisher by day, and a dog sport and training enthusiast by night. Her Olde English Bulldogge, Jack Russell Mix and Mini Heeler Mix keep her busy doing flyball, nosework, agility, and tricks.

EMILY GARLAND Emily is a Dog Trainer and Behaviour Specialist with over 15 years of experience in SK and BC. She enjoys hanging with her pack and participates in flyball, agility, rally-o, and stunt. Emily and her rescued Border Collie Jinks became the first titled Canadian Stunt Dog Team.

NICOLE VAUGHN Nicole is a veteran dog groomer, trainer, and partner of the Good2Go Dog Sports Club. When she’s not busy making dogs beautiful, you can find her playing flyball, barn hunt, disc, tricks, and agility with several members of her pack.

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CARLY PATRYLUK Carly is the owner of House of Paws Pet Boutique and is certified in a variety of pet nutrition areas.

Carly believes in continuous learning and when she’s not working with pet parents at her store, she spends her time developing new and engaging methods to empower pet parents to make the best choices for their pet’s nutrition.

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FUR-EVER FIT

Celebrating Canine Fitness Month April is Canine Fitness Month, dedicated to promoting the health and well-being of our furry friends through regular exercise and active lifestyles.

This initiative encourages pet owners to prioritize their dogs' physical and mental health and to live more active and happier lives. It's beneficial for our emotional and physical health too.

WHY CANINE FITNESS MATTERS

Just like humans, our dogs benefit from regular exercise too. It helps prevent health problems like obesity, diabetes, and joint issues and even can help with behavioural concerns. Physical activity does wonders for their physical and emotional needs. It boosts their mood, reduces anxiety, and strengthens the bond between dogs and their owners.

WAYS TO BUILD HEALTHIER HABITS DURING CANINE FITNESS MONTH Explore New Walking Routes: Take your dog on a fresh trail or neighbourhood walk to keep things exciting.

Create a Backyard Agility Course: Use household items to set up jumps, tunnels, and obstacles.

Try 'Doga' (Dog Yoga): Incorporate gentle stretches for a calming and bonding experience.

Walk with Friends: Socialize with other pet owners and dogs while staying active.

Fetch with a Twist: Add challenges to your usual game of fetch and keep your dog engaged.

Join a Class or a Dog Sport: Find a club or training facility and introduce your dog to a new activity like learning new tricks, agility, rally obedience, disc and more.

Introduce Scent Games: Use your dog's instinct of scenting to create a fun activity using their nose and brain that will exercise them physically and mentally and reduce stress and anxiety.

Canine Fitness Month is the perfect opportunity to create healthier habits and ensure your dog stays happy and active.

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A NOSE FOR

ADVENTURE An Introduction to the Sporting Detection Dogs Association

Sporting Scent Detection is a playful yet competitive variation of traditional scent work, but instead of searching for professional working dog targets like narcotics, explosives, or bed bugs, you and your dog search for competition-approved scents.

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Every Dog Can Join the Fun! No matter the breed, age, size, or ability, all dogs are welcome to participate.

Trial searches are conducted one dog-handler team at a time, creating a supportive environment where dogs with sensitivities can focus and excel. This activity fosters confidence, sparks joy in training, and provides essential mental enrichment—perfect for shy, senior, or differently-abled dogs. At its heart, the sport celebrates good sportsmanship and the shared enjoyment of both dogs and handlers.

TITLES & SCORING OVERVIEW

In SDDA competitions, dogs earn titles by achieving qualifying scores in three components—Container, Interior, and Exterior—across all levels, Started, Advanced, Excellent, and Elite. Titles are awarded at SDDA-sanctioned events under the supervision of certified judges, with ribbons and certificates as acknowledgment.

Dogs passing all three components in a single trial receive a "SPECIAL (SP)" title designation. Elite titles require all

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components to be passed during the same trial. In games, earning three passing scores in any game leads to a game title.

Performance deductions may apply to both dog and handler, based on factors like distraction, missed hides, or handler-related issues such as poor control, not reading the dogs efficiently or inconsistent search patterns. Judges assess performance comprehensively, focusing on teamwork and execution to ensure fairness and accuracy.

TIMING RULES

Each search is timed, and all hides must be located within the designated time limit. In the event of a tie, faster completion times determine placements. At advanced levels, handlers must signal the end of their search by saying “Finish” or “Done.” The SDDA values precision, consistency, and fairness, encouraging participants to excel at every stage.

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ODOURS Wintergreen (Started) Wintergreen & Pine (Advanced) Wintergreen, Pine & Thyme (Excellent)

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LEVEL

To earn a title, participants must qualify in all three components at their level.

Higher levels introduce greater difficulty in searches and all levels require a 50% minimum qualifying score for each component with the successful identification

REQUIREMENTS

of the hide(s), and clear areas at higher levels, to receive a title.

For Started, Advanced and Excellent levels all components must be passed in the same day to receive a special designation.

ADVANCED (SD-A) STARTED (SD-S)

Odour: Wintergreen Up to 3-foot-high hides.

Container Search: • 1 hide • 3-minute limit

Odours: Wintergreen & Pine Up to 3-foot-high hides.

Container Search: • 2 hides • 3-minute limit • 1 distractor

ELITE (SD-EL)

EXCELLENT (SD-E) Odours: Wintergreen, Pine & Thyme

Up to 4-foot-high hides.

Handlers must call all finds and clear areas.

Container Search: • 3 hides • 4-minute limit • 1–2 distractors

Interior Search: • 1 hide • 5-minute limit

Interior Search: • 2 hides • 1–2 rooms • 5-minute limit

Interior Search: • 3 hides • 3 rooms (1 clear area) • 15-minute limit • 1 distractor possible

Exterior Search: • 1 hide • 5-minute limit

Exterior Search: • 2 hides • 5-minute limit

Exterior Search: • 3 hides • 5-minute limit

Odours: Wintergreen, Pine & Thyme All components must be passed in the same trial to achieve a title. Up to 4-foot-high hides and 1–3 distractors may be added to any search element.

Container Search: • 2–4 hides • 4-minute limit Interior Search: • 2–3 rooms • 0–5 hides • 10-minute limit Exterior/Vehicle Search: • 0–3 hides • 5-minute limit

This structure ensures challenges grow progressively, rewarding skill and teamwork at every level.

For scent detection enthusiasts, the journey doesn't end with standard competitions. The SDDA has fun games such as Distance, Aerial, Speed, and Teams, where you can compete for additional titles. You can also aim for champion titles at every level, further elevating your skills and achievements in this rewarding sport.

The mission of the Sporting Detection Dogs Association (SDDA) is to promote the sport of scent detection for all dogs and handlers, regardless of breed, experience, or background.

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The SDDA provides opportunities for dogs to earn titles, maintains records of competitors and their trial results, qualifies judges to expand events, and has resources for classes and clinics.

They emphasize humane training, good sportsmanship, and celebrate the remarkable scenting abilities of dogs, while working to grow the sport both in Canada and internationally.

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DEPENDABLE Building Trust and Responsiveness in Your Dog Imagine your dog darting toward a busy road, chasing a squirrel, or wandering off to explore. A reliable recall can prevent accidents and keep your pup safe. Recall is one of the most important skills you can teach your dog for their safety and your peace of mind.

The joy of seeing your dog come running with excitement when using a recall command builds trust and strengthens your bond.

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SET YOUR DOG UP FOR SUCCESS

When training a recall the first thing you need to do is start building positive associations and create handler value. Training the recall in a fun and energetic way with high-value rewards will make the behaviour of coming when called valuable and exciting for your dog.

CHOOSE A CUE, START SMALL AND REWARD BIG

Use a word like Come! or Here!, or a noise prompt like a whistle or clapping your hands to get their attention that is distinct, clear and consistent. Start practicing in a low-distraction familiar environment, like your living room or backyard. Use high-value treats, toys, or praise to reward your dog when they respond to the recall cue. Make returning to you the best thing they could ever do. Make it a big party with a ton of enthusiasm and excitement.

TRAINING THE BEHAVIOUR ON THE MOVE

Outside of the home, set the stage by beginning in a quiet area with your dog on a leash or a long line. Call their name to get their attention, then use your recall cue. The moment they come to you, reward them generously and with a lot of excitement. How you respond matters to your dog. Reward your dog with treats, play, praise and enthusiasm and keep the party going.

This will show your dog that the fun doesn't end by coming back to you.

Make it easy by practicing at short distances to learn the behaviour while keeping distractions minimal. When the behaviour becomes reliable, slowly increase the distance. If adding distance is hard for your dog, go back to a shorter distance where they were successful and only increase the distance again when the behaviour is reliable and consistent.

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NEVER PUNISH YOUR DOG FOR RETURNING

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USE A LONG LINE

When your dog responds reliably in a controlled environment, you can add distractions like toys, people, or other dogs.

Generalization is important. Practice recalls in different locations regularly so your dog knows the behaviour applies everywhere, not just at home or in a training facility.

COMMON ISSUES

Ignoring the Recall: Avoid repeating the cue multiple times. Instead, make yourself exciting by clapping, running in the opposite direction to trigger your dog to chase you, or crouching down to make yourself more inviting.

Hesitation: Step up the treat game! If your dog hesitates, consider whether your rewards are enticing enough. The higher the distractions, the higher the value the reward needs to be.

Distractions are too high: If your dog is struggling, reduce distractions and build them back up gradually.

A reliable recall is a life-saving skill that will keep your dog happy and safe. With patience, consistency, and enthusiasm, you will create a bond of trust that ensures your dog always comes running—no matter what.

Even if they have misbehaved, always greet them with positivity when they come back. Punishing them for returning will discourage future recalls.

Consistent practice helps maintain the behaviour over time.

For safety during off-leash training, use a long line to give your dog freedom while staying in control.

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The higher the distractions, the higher the value the reward needs to be.

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From

BARK to BATH Key Information to Make the Experience a Tail-Wagging Success

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WHAT I SHOULD TELL MY GROOMER

BEHAVIOURAL CONCERNS AND BITE HISTORY

Share any anxiety, fear, or aggression issues your dog may exhibit during grooming, such as sensitivity to nail trimming, ear cleaning, or specific touch. Also, inform the groomer if your dog is prone to chew bedding, leashes, etc.

Inform the groomer if your dog has a history of biting or nipping, especially during grooming sessions.

TRAINING AND MANAGEMENT

Inform the groomer if your dog is crate trained and if they should use a crate or some other form of containment like an exercise pen or leash during the grooming session.

Share any specific training methods or commands you are working on, such as no pulling on the leash or jumping up, and if your dog is used to wearing a muzzle if needed.

GROOMING PREFERENCES

Specify the desired hairstyle or cut and provide a picture or description to ensure accuracy. You may not know what clipper blade a groomer will use to achieve a certain length, but you can tell them or show them how much coat you want left on different parts of your dog.

Understand that not all styles work with all types and conditions of coat.

Avoid terms like "Teddybear Clip", terms like this can mean many different things to different people and are not specific enough to avoid confusion.

Be sure to inform your groomer if your dog has experienced clipper rash in the past so they can avoid going too short in sensitive areas.

DIETARY RESTRICTIONS AND TREATS

Inform the groomer about any food allergies or sensitivities your dog has, especially regarding treats, and specify any preferred treats or snacks that are safe for your dog to consume during the grooming session, if any.

MEDICATIONS AND MEDICAL CONDITIONS

PLEASE NOTE Be clear and concise.

Provide written instruction if necessary.

Ask questions to ensure the groomer understands your dog's specific needs.

Have a plan for emergencies or unexpected behaviour.

By communicating these essential details, you will help ensure a safe, enjoyable and successful grooming experience for your dog!

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Grooming Manager, Pawsitively Purrfect

Share any medical conditions or health concerns that may impact the grooming session, such as skin allergies or injuries.

In addition to medical conditions, it is also important to inform the groomer about any medications your dog is currently taking that may affect their behaviour or grooming needs.

When communicating with a new dog groomer, it is essential to provide them with detailed information to ensure your dog's safety, comfort and specific needs are met.

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THE BEAUTY OF BLUEBERRIES We all know blueberries are considered a superfood, but do you know why they are a superfood for your pup?

The best sources of antioxidants are fruits and especially berries!

Oxidative damage leads to disease and premature aging. Antioxidants are also important because they help repair the cells damaged by oxidation. Blueberries contain a large amount of a special antioxidant not found in many other foods and are a more potent source of antioxidants than any other fruit!

These tiny little blue beauties pack a punch when it comes to improving your dog's nutrition!

Blueberries can: • Inhibit tumor growth; • prevent mutations; • lower blood sugar; • decrease chronic inflammation; • protect the brain; • improve cognitive capabilities; • and are rich in vitamins A, C, E and K, as well as trace minerals.

These aren’t your ordinary run-of-the-mill antioxidants… they are a clinically proven dietary supplement. There have been multiple studies done on the benefits of including blueberries in both our own and our dog's diets.

So how do we incorporate blueberries into the bowl?

Depending on what your dog is eating today will help you determine how much to serve, and the amount doesn't need to be exact. If you serve a fresh or raw diet, blueberries can make up 5% of their diet. If your dog eats kibble or a dry diet, you'll want to ensure they receive more antioxidants to help reduce the blood sugars from the carbs in the dry diet, so double the amount to 10%.

If you've got a picky pup, you can get creative with incorporating blueberries into their diet! No matter how you serve them, they're a fantastic way to improve your bowl!

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Essential fatty acids (EFAs) are required for the proper structure and function of every cell in the body, and they are important for optimal health. EFAs increase the absorption of vitamins and minerals, they nourish the skin, hair/fur and nails, promote proper nerve functioning, and help produce hormones. EFAs ensure normal growth, development and help in the prevention of some diseases. Omega Alpha’s blend of EFAs are molecularly distilled, human-grade and contains only the best quality oils that are free of pesticide/herbicide residues, heavy metals, and other toxins or contaminants.

Wild Salmon Oil Blend is a natural omega-3 formulation with 60% salmon Shiny Coat™ is an Omega 3-6-9 formula for healthy skin and coat. The general and 40% anchovy, mackerel and sardine. It is also formulated with mixed health of your pet may be improved by consumption of essential fatty acids. tocopherols (vitamin E) containing both d-alpha tocopherol and gamma Whether your pet is a show animal or a much-loved member of the family, Shiny tocopherol. It is important to have both forms of vitamin E as d-alpha tocopherol Coat™ will help maintain your pets’ healthy skin and coat while providing them scavenges reactive oxygen species and gamma tocopherol provides protection the nutrients that they need. against reactive nitrogen species which d-alpha tocopherol cannot do.

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MAY 2-4, 2025 SK SDDA Nosework Trial HD Scent Detection Pilot Butte Recreation Centre 222 Diamond Place, Pilot Butte, SK sdda.ca hdscentdetection@gmail.com MAY 2-4, 2025 SK AAC - Agility Trial Saskatchewan Agility Association Aberdeen Equestrian Sports Centre 2 Avenue, Aberdeen, SK saskatchewanagilityassociation.ca saaagility@gmail.com MAY 3-4, 2025 AB AAC - Agility Trial Calgary Agility Association Al Azhar Fezdome (indoor) 5225 101 Street NW, Calgary, AB calgaryagility.com nanjorg1@telus.net MAY 2-4, 2025 SDDA Nosework Trial Horizon Truck Body 1415 39St N., Lethbridge, AB sdda.ca cinbarkley@gmail.com

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MAY 3-4, 2025 AB SDDA Nosework Trial United Library Services 7140 Fairmount Dr. SE, Calgary, AB sdda.ca koolbert@telus.net

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MAY 9/23/30, 2025 SK AAC - Agility Trial Furever Fun Dog Training Over The Top Riding Arena Moose Jaw, SK dsweekes.wixsite.com/furever-fun dsweekes@shaw.ca MAY 10-11, 2025 AAC - Agility Trial Sundog Agility Vale Prairie Trails (Indoor) 81011 RR 205, Lethbridge, AB sundogagility.com sundogagility@gmail.com

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MAY 10-11, 2025 SK FLYBALL High Octane Flyball & Turn Based Tactics Dalmeny Arena 215 Railway Avenue, Dalmeny, SK flyball.org/database caissiej@gmail.com MAY 16-17, 2025 SK AAC - Agility Trial Standsure Agility Club 3D Distributors (indoor) 395 - 38 St E, Prince Albert, SK facebook.com/groups/www.bordercollie.ca standsure@sasktel.net MAY 16-19, 2025 AB BARN HUNT Prairie Dog Sports Prairie Dog Sports Facility 41403 Range Road 274, Lacombe, AB prairiedogsports.ca prairiedogsports@outlook.com

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MAY 16-19, 2025 SK BARN HUNT Westman Rat Wranglers Quarry K9 Day Camp & Resort Inc. NE corner of Hwy #7 & Hwy #67 77027 PTH 7, SW34-13-2E, Stonewall MB tinyurl.com/Westman-Rat-Wranglers ramonas@wcgwave.ca quarryk9@gmail.com MAY 17-18, 2025 AB SDDA Nosework Trial Softball Valley 14 Riverbottom Road N., Lethbridge AB sdda.ca shaunaferby@hotmail.com MAY 20-21, 2025 AB AAC - Agility Trial Muthut Agility Berryman Ranch 70 50050 Rge Rd 233, Leduc County, AB seespot-run.com trials@seespot-run.com MAY 23-25, 2025 MB SDDA Nosework Trial Cobra Mechanical Sports Complex 26 Memorial Boulevard, Hazelridge, MB sdda.ca glmclarty@gmail.com MAY 30-JUN 1, 2025 MB AAC - Agility Trial Agility In Manitoba Dogs in Gear 26113 Hillside Rd, Oakbank, MB agilitymb.weebly.com jackie_r_s@hotmail.com

JUNE JUN 6-9, 2025 SK AAC - Agility Trial Moose Jaw Dog Club Golden Mile Arena (indoor) 250 Thatcher Drive, Moose Jaw, SK moosejawdogclub.com maxmigi@sasktel.net JUN 7-8, 2025 SK SDDA Nosework Trial HD Scent Detection East End Arena 300 12 Ave East, Prince Albert, SK sdda.ca sangilaksilkens@gmail.com

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JUN 7-8, 2025 MB AAC - Agility Trial Crocus Obedience and Kennel Club Crocus Club House & Grounds 113042 Patricia Ave., RM of Cornwallis, MB crocusdogs.com kintyre@wcgwave.ca

JUN 28-29, 2025 MB AAC - Agility Trial Backyard Agility Dogs Backyard Agility Dogs 1865 Janisch Rd, Petersfield, MB backyardagilitydogs.ca laurie@backyardagilitydogs.ca

JUN 13, 2025 SK AAC - Agility Trial Saskatchewan Agility Association Aberdeen Equestrian Sports Centre 2 Avenue, Aberdeen, SK saskatchewanagilityassociation.ca saaagility@gmail.com

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JUN 13-15, 2025 AB BARN HUNT Prairie Dog Sports Prairie Dog Sports Facility 41403 Range Road 274, Lacombe, AB prairiedogsports.ca prairiedogsports@outlook.com JUN 14-15, 2025 FLYBALL Ruff Riders AJM Davies Arena Howard Street, Indian Head, SK flyball.org/database debarge.5243@gmail.com

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JUN 27-29, 2025 SK BARN HUNT Westman Rat Wranglers 4Limb Gym-Gym Rats Building South Service Road East, Regina SK tinyurl.com/Westman-Rat-Wranglers ramonas@wcgwave.ca mayleefischer@hotmail.com

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JUL 11-13, 2025 SK AAC - Agility Trial Prince Albert Kennel Club Prince Albert Exhibition Grounds Prince Albert, SK www.pakoc.com penny.ross@shaw.ca JUL 20, 2025 SDDA Nosework Trial The Melvin Hall 3135 Hwy 582, Didsbury, AB sdda.ca badger25@live.ca

JUN 21-22, 2025 AB FLYBALL Synergetic Surge 145A-26500 Hwy 44, Sturgeon County, AB flyball.org/database sterlingcaninetherapy@gmail.com

JUN 28-29, 2025 AAC - Agility Trial Prairie Dawgs Agility Prairiedawgs Agility- Outdoors SE 2-40-4 W3, Corman Park, SK prairiedawgs.ca dan.giesbrecht@icloud.com

JUL 5-6, 2025 FLYBALL Good 2 Go Flyball Pilot Butte Arena, Pilot Butte, SK good2goflyball.com info@good2goflyball.com

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JUN 25-26, 2025 MB AAC - Agility Trial Agility In Manitoba Dogs in Gear 26113 Hillside Rd, Oakbank, MB agilitymb.weebly.com jackie_r_s@hotmail.com JUL 26-27, 2025 FLYBALL Breakaway Flyball AJM Davies Arena Howard Street, Indian Head, SK facebook.com/BreakawayFlyball collinwsmith@gmail.com

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PAW-SOME Treat your furry friend to a berry-delicious snack with these homemade blueberry, peanut butter, and banana dog treats!

Not only are these treats tasty, but they are packed with health benefits too. Blueberries provide a burst of antioxidants, bananas bring natural sweetness, and flaxseed offers omega-3 fatty acids to support a shiny coat. Perfect for rewarding good behaviour or just showing extra love, these treats are sure to have tails wagging in delight!

BERRY-DELICIOUS PEANUT BUTTER BANANA BITES INGREDIENTS

• 1 1/4 cup whole-wheat flour or oat flour • 1/2 cup rolled oats • 1/3 cup creamy natural peanut butter • 1 mashed banana (about 1 cup).

• 1/4 cup of finely chopped blueberries (fresh, frozen or dried).

• 1 egg • 1 tsp ground flaxseed (optional)

METHOD

Preheat your oven to 350°F. 1. In a large bowl combine the ingredients and mix thoroughly.

2. Form the dough into a ball, adding more flour if needed.

3. Roll the dough out to 1/4" thick on a lightly floured surface.

4. Cut the dough with your favourite cookie cutters and bake for 18-20 minutes.

Enjoy!

IMPORTANT

Make sure your peanut butter does NOT contain Xylitol.

The sweetener Xylitol is toxic to dogs.

Recipes are intended to be a treat and not intended to replace a full balanced diet. If your pet has any health issues, or if you have any concerns, consult your pet’s veterinarian before offering this treat to your dog.

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