Paw Quarterly • Winter 2023

PAW

WINTER 2023 VOLUME 1 ISSUE 1

Quarterly

SPA DAY!

Prepping your pup for a day at the spa.

DAYS OF TRAINING Are you up for the challenge?

LIFESTYLE SPORTS GROOMING AND MORE

BEAT THE BOREDOM

Things to do indoors in the winter

HOW DO I LOVE THEE Let me count the ways

It was like this when I found it.

You have insurance for this... right?

Ask us about your pet damage insurance options.

306.721.7140

4608 Gordon Road, Regina, SK | erin_associates_insurance@cooperators.ca

ESTEVAN

•

WEYBURN

•

REGINA

PAW

Quarterly Editor Rob Caleval

PAW

Welcome to

Quarterly

Welcome to the premier issue of Paw Quarterly, a

PAWQuarterly

magazine dedicated entirely to our best friends,

Winter 2023

playmates, and partners in crime, dogs. Whether we’re talking about puppies or seniors, toy or large breed, athletic runners or slobbery couch sitters, we love them all, and most of us will do whatever we can to make

Volume 1 | Issue 1 CONTRIBUTING EDITORS Rob Caleval Nicole Vaughn – Events Editor

their lives healthier, longer, and just plain better. And that’s where PQ comes in. Locally owned, and

Editorial Enquiries

independently published four times a year by dog

publish@pawquarterly.com

enthusiasts just like you, our goal is to bring you high quality material to improve your life with your dog.

DESIGN & PUBLISHING Tracy Y. Hahn

Check out this issue: we’ve got advice on how to keep

CONTRIBUTORS

your dog mentally and physically entertained through

Emily Garland, Nicole Vaughn, Karlie Butler,

the cold winter months, information on some great

Emilie Kossmann, Christina Legien

sports groups and events, and even the first appearance of our “AskEm Q & A” section, where you’ll have an opportunity to get your specific dog questions answered by one of our professional dog trainers or specialists. In future issues, our varied group of experienced professionals (just check out those bios on

ADVERTISING & SALES sales@pawquarterly.com SOCIAL Facebook Instagram

the contributors page) plan to have more great articles like these, plus training resources, lifestyle articles, tips on health and grooming, and much more.

So read on and enjoy! Because, as we all know, it’s a dog’s world, we just live in it.

Rob PAWQuarterly

Paw Quarterly is independently owned and published in Regina, Saskatchewan. Opinions and advice expressed in Paw Quarterly are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of the publisher or advertisers. Paw Quarterly does not assume liability for content.

All rights reserved ©Paw Quarterly. Reproduction in whole or in part without permission is prohibited. For reproduction requests, please contact publish@pawquarterly.com.

3

YOUR PET’S HEALTH AND BEST INTEREST IS OUR TOP PRIORITY. At Fido & Felix Foods, we are dedicated to educating and supporting pet owners in making healthy and informed choices for their pets.

Based on your pet’s needs and nutritional requirements, we will provide you with high-quality, all-natural products at great prices.

WANT TO LEARN MORE? E: fidoandfelixfoods@gmail.com P: 306.536.9757

We make feeding raw easy, convenient, and affordable. www.fido andfelixfoods.com

Winter 2023

IN THIS

ISSUE 12

8 22

8

11

Beat the Boredom

How do I love Thee Let me count the ways

12 15

28

365 Days of Training

SQUIRREL! Finding focus in your 4 legged friend.

16

AskEm - Q & A

18

New Year’s Eve with KAOS

20

Boneyard Challenge Results

22

18 PAWQuarterly

Preppeing your pup for a day at the Spa!

24

Training Treats

28

Events Calendar

5

Saskatchewan's Dog Sport Photographer ADD VALUE TO YOUR NEXT EVENT WITH PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHY

Nationally Accredited in Animal Sporting Event Photography WW W.L IA NN EM AT IESH IN PH OTOG RAP HY. COM H ELLO@LI AN N EMA TIESH IN PH OTOG RA PHY. COM @ LIA NN EMP HOT O

@LIAN NE MATIE SH IN PHOTOGR APHY

1.1

CONTRIBUTORS ROB CALEVAL

EMILY GARLAND

Rob’s poetry and short stories

Emily is a Dog Trainer and

have been published in print and

Behaviour Specialist with over 10

on line. He has a BA in English

years of experience in SK and BC.

Literature, and has worked for

She enjoys hanging with her pack

17+ years as an Emergency

and participates in flyball, agility,

Medical Dispatcher. He spends a

rally-o, and stunt. Emily and her

significant portion of his free time

rescued Border Collie Jinks

impersonating a dog bed.

became the first titled Canadian Stunt Dog Team.

TRACY HAHN

NICOLE VAUGHN

Tracy is a multimedia designer

Nicole is a veteran dog groomer,

and desktop publisher by day,

trainer, and partner of the

and a dog sport and training

Good2Go Dog Sports Club.

enthusiast by night. Her Olde

When she’s not busy making dogs

English Bulldogge and Jack

beautiful, you can find her playing

Russell Sport Mix keep her busy

flyball, disc, tricks, and agility with

and alert doing flyball, nosework,

one or more of her pack.

agility, and tricks.

KARLIE BUTLER

GABBY & MAZIKEEN

By trade Karlie is an ESL instructor,

Gabby and Mazikeen – the office

but he started his training journey

managers. They make sure that a

as a volunteer dog walker, and is

tight ship is run with regulated tug

now an instructor. He shares his

break sessions. Gabby is a 6 year

home with Bella, a senior

old Olde English Bulldogge who

Chihuahua-dachshund mix and Sky

loves sports, but her sniffing takes

a young Border Collie cross.

priority. Mazi is a Jack Russell Sport Mix that loves everything, but most of all loves going fast.

EMILIE KOSSMANN Emilie is a member of Kaos Dogsports in Regina. She has been playing flyball for over 10 years. Emilie enjoys doing dog things with shepherd/husky mix Trouble and travelling.

PAWQuarterly

7

DAYS OF TRAINING E V I F TES

MINUAY AD

8

WINTER 2023 | Volume 1

NEW YEAR, NEW GOALS! The dreaded New Year’s resolution. Get in shape, eat healthier, lose weight, declutter my home...

PQ has a new challenge for you this year.

365 Days of Training!

Let’s have some training fun with

the week you will be well on your way

our 4 legged friends this year!

to success.

This sounds a bit overwhelming but

If your dog seems to be getting

it doesn’t have to be. The goal is to

frustrated, take a few steps back to

bond with our dogs while teaching

where it was easier. Keep it fun and

them and ourselves something new.

allow your dog to succeed before

Spend as much or as little time as

moving forward again.

JANUARY Place & Stay Sit at side Leave it Hand target

you want, but the objective is to spend 5 minutes a day learning

Always end your training with a game

something new.

of tug or something that your dog loves to do. Training can be hard brain work

Work on the basics like sit, down,

for your dog. It’s best practice to keep

and stay, or take a shot with some

them motivated by doing something fun

more advanced training. It doesn’t

after all the hard work. Some even say

matter what you do, all that matters

that your dog will retain the information

is that you are having fun doing it.

easier if you end with play.

Start with small goals like training

Share your progress with family and

one behaviour a week. Work on

friends and be proud of your great

shaping that behaviour over the

teamwork and accomplishments.

FEBRUARY Tell me a secret Hugs & kisses Dance with me Shake a Paw

course of a week by layering in a new piece everyday. By spending just 5 minutes a day, by the end of

e h t r o f p u u o y e Ar ? e g n e l l cha PAWQuarterly

MARCH Sit Pretty Spin in Circles Peek-a-boo Close the door Ring a Bell

9

PROUD TO SUPPORT LOCAL BUSINESS Rob Klinger Financial Advisor

1014 Winnipeg Street Regina, SK S4R 8P8 p. 306.565.6774 e. rob.klinger@edwardjones.com edwardjones.ca/rob-klinger

PAW

MAKING SENSE OF INVESTING

Quarterly

COMING SOON! pawquarterly.com WINTER 2023

For contributor or advertising opportunities email publish@pawquarterly.com.

Beat the

BOREDOM Things to do indoors this winter

Let’s face it, the isolation of winter can

strengthen your bond with each other,

Work on some disc skills so when spring

drive anyone crazy, human or animal.

and will help them be more settled

comes around you are ready to hit the

No one wants to go walking outside in

and calm. Mental stimulation will help

fields for some Toss ‘n Fetch.

dangerously cold weather. It’s not so

reduce stress, and build confidence.

great for our short haired dogs either.

All we want to do is curl up on the

Instead of feeding your dog from their

couch and watch a movie.

bowl, try a search game by scattering

Whatever you choose to do, do it with fun!

their meal on the floor and let them Maybe you’ve noticed your dog being

use their nose to find their food. It will

a little more naughty than usual. This

mentally tire them out while keeping

could be because they don’t have

them busy for a while.

anywhere to direct their energy. When you can’t physically exhaust your dog

If getting out of the house is more

through their usual activities, it‘s time

appealing to you, practice some of your

to try mentally exhausting them. The

skills out at a pet friendly business. Is

amount of mental exercise your dog

there something you always wanted to

needs per day can depend on your

try but never made time for? Get out of

dog’s personality, age, and breed.

the house, sign up for a class with one of your local training centres.

Pick a game that will compliment your dog’s strengths.

Find out what sort of dog sports are offered in your area. If you’re already involved with a dog sport, take it to the

If you have a working breed, try search,

next level, or try something new. If you

scenting, or retrieving games. If you

just want to stay at home, try playing

have a dog that has more flexibility like

hide and seek, search, impulse control,

a border collie, you can do some agility

or tug games.

skill building or advanced tricks. If you have a smaller dog, they may enjoy

These types of activities that you can

more puzzle and dexterity games.

do indoors, at home or with a club, are all skill building for sports like

Anything that makes your dog happy

flyball, nose work, tracking, agility, and

is a good game to play. Using their

rally-obedience to name a few. Start

brain will tire them out differently than

training some novice or advanced

physical exercise. Interactive play will

tricks.

PAWQuarterly

INDEPENDENT GAMES Snuffle Matts Food Scatter and Search Food Dispensing Toys Scenting search games

INTERACTIVE GAMES Tricks Obedience Impulse Control Fetch or Hide & Seek Tug games

SPORT SKILL BUILDING Agility Disc Rally-O Nosework

11

HOW DO I LOVE THEE

12

WINTER 2023 | Volume 1

Let me count the ways ...

There are so many ways we can communicate and show our love for one another, but how does your furry companion tell you they love you?

Looking at you with love in their eyes!

Following you around.

When your dog follows you around, this

Cuddles, cuddles, and more cuddles.

Looking into each others eyes

is showing you that they love, trust, and

Whatever your dog’s personality may

releases oxytocin and strength-

feel safe around you. They always want

be, they will show you their affection by

ens the bond between you and

to be close by your side.

cuddling or sleeping with you. Being

near you can give your dog a sense of

your pup. You are connecting on another level. So when your dog is looking into your eyes he is saying I

Hugs and kisses.

When your fur babies are smothering you with hugs and kisses they are

love you.

Checking in with you.

Not only is your pup making sure you are close by, this is a sign of respect to give you his focus and attention wherever you may be. Your dog is looking for direction from you and looking up to you as the leader.

comfort and make them feel loved.

Bring you their favourite toy.

showing you their affection just like

Ever wonder why your dog brings you

mommy did to groom them when they

their favourite toy? It's not just about

were a puppy. This behaviour is part of

wanting to play. It's about showing

their primal instinct to show their love

you that they love you so much they

for you.

want to share the things that they love

They want to protect you.

Ever notice your dog watching you

from a distance? Does your dog ever

with you.

Always excited to see you when you come home.

face away from you while sitting in front

The commonly repeated phrase,

of you? This shows that your dog loves

"At least the dog is happy to see me."

you and wants to protect you. When

If your canine companion isn't already

facing away from you this is showing

waiting at the door for you, then he's

you how much they trust you. Be sure

running and jumping for joy as you

to recognize the line between

walk in the door. This is how they

protecting you and being territorial.

show you they love you.

Manage unwanted behaviour before it becomes possessive or aggressive.

PAWQuarterly

13

PAW

DON’T BE SHY!

Quarterly Q2

SPRING 2023

We are always on the look out for great content.

If you are interested in becoming a contributor, email us at

pawquarterly.com

t r o h S ose N

publish@pawquarterly.com

Fluffy

Cat & Dog

s e o T

Spa

Proud to support local!

Find us on

14

WINTER 2023 | Volume 1

SQUIRREL!

Finding focus with your 4 legged friend

by Karlie Butler

Focus is one of the first skills you will want to teach your dog.

Focus involves your dog looking at you, ideally giving you eye contact. Having focus from your dog is an essential skill that shows they are “with you”. Lack of focus often means their attention is elsewhere. If something else is more motivating than you, it makes

To introduce automatic focus, play the following game: STEP #1 Have some treats on you and pick

an easy location in your house. Leash up your dog if it is easier.

you less valuable to them.

You will need focus from your dog frequently, so it is best to teach automatic focus. Automatic focus does not involve a cue like “watch me” or “look at me.” Instead, you teach your dog to offer you focus by choice.

STEP #2 Don’t say anything and just wait

for the dog to look at you. When the dog looks towards your eyes, use a word like “yes” to mark the behaviour and reward the dog from your hand.

STEP #3 Drop a piece of food near your feet and let the dog eat it. Wait for the dog to make eye contact again. Mark with “yes” and reward.

Repeat this several times.

Some tips and strategies to expand this skill include: Play the same game in different locations – different rooms, your yard, out and about etc.

Adapt step 3 – toss the food a little farther away and ask the dog to come back and give focus.

Find opportunities to reward – notice your dog offering you focus throughout the day and reward it when you can.

Karlie Butler, CPDT-KA is a trainer at the Regina Humane Society specializing in behaviour modification classes such as Focus and Control and Leash Reactivity.

PAWQuarterly

Practice focus around distractions – such as people, other dogs, or other animals. Distractions can be hard, so don’t rush into this. Establish focus in easy contexts first and slowly introduce distractions.

Happy training!

15

Em

ASK

Q&A

Have questions?

Let us help you find the answers.

For a chance to have your questions answered by a professional in the next issue of PQ, email askem@pawquarterly.com.

Help! My dog is driving me crazy! He is so hyper! How do I get him to calm down?

30+ minutes today? Mental enrichment

With a minimum amount of space, they

is a necessary part of your dog’s life,

will learn they can not be bouncing

spend some time on mental activities to

everywhere and when you are sitting, it

benefit your dog.

is time for them to relax nearby.

dog is getting their needs met. Ask

#3

physical and mental exercise you need

near their dog bed. The first few times

yourself these 3 questions.

to ask yourself if your dog needs training

your dog will likely keep trying to get

#1

to relax.

away. Do not be deterred. Stay calm and

Before jumping into any training, it’s important to make sure your

If you don’t want them at your feet, you

relax? If you’ve done your

can tether them to something sturdy

Has my dog had the opportunity for 30+ minutes of

Training relaxation!

ignore any annoying behaviors. Most dogs will learn to settle within a week or

quality exercise today, like running

All dogs rest at some point in the day,

two. Once they have strong settle

around the yard and tugging? If not,

but often can’t rest when we’d like them

behavior on leash, you can transition to

chances are you need to exercise his

to. Providing their mental and physical

dropping the leash to see if the manners

body!

needs have been met, start by having

are maintained and eventually doing the

your dog on leash, for about 30 min-

activity off-leash.

#2 16

Has my dog been trained to

Has my dog had the

utes. Watch an episode on TV or read a

opportunity to use his brain for

book while they are tethered to you.

Keep indoors free of exciting games like fetch, tug or rowdy play with human or

WINTER 2023 | Volume 1

animals siblings so that your dog starts

several people coming over without any

to understand outside time is for fun

contact before you can get to the stage

shenanigans, and indoor time is for calm

of contact. Taking your time to get it

relaxation.

right is okay.

Here’s hoping you get some peace soon!

Practice your routine even if there

My dog jumps all over my guests! How can I stop him from doing that?

isn’t anyone to jump on! Whether that’s putting your dog away first, or leashing them before opening the door, practice the steps several times before people come over.

Training is happening all around

Tether train your dog. Often if you

us. The more your dog jumps on

have your dog bed right near the

people, and likely is getting the atten-

tethwer, the dog will learn to stay on

tion they want, the more history and

their bed. By using a tether, even if they

reinforcement is being built that

make a mistake and got up, they can’t

JUMPING WORKS. Jumping is a very

jump on anyone. Train the tether before

normal and biological behaviour,

you need it. Dogs need to learn they

changing established behaviours can

can only move in a certain area and to

take time, but can be reduced or

calm down in that area. When the dog

eliminated with training.

has been able to settle down on their tether, then we can unhook them.

Things you could try are...

Put your dog outside or away until everyone has entered. Often the

A really, really good stay. Train a place cue, but be prepared to train and

biggest excitement is right at the

maintain it. This can be difficult when we

beginning. Once everyone is settled,

have guests, as our attention is often

give your guests instruction on what to

divided. This can be more time

do if the dog jumps, and then let the

consuming, but once trained, the dog

dog in.

can manage the behavior without too much help from you.

Use a leash! We can control our dog much better on leash and take away

Explore the options and

opportunities for them to make

figure out what will work

mistakes. By using a leash you can keep

for you. Change doesn’t

your dog out of the way and limit

happen overnight, but

contact. When your dog is able to settle

with some consistency,

down and your guests are settled in, you

you can expect to see a

can then start interaction.

reduction of the behavior over time.

Don’t move to interaction before your dog is mentally calm. That may mean

PAWQuarterly

It’s Winter and my dog has lots of Cabin Fever!

How can I tire him out in such cold weather!

Saskatchewan certainly isn’t for the feint of heart, whether human or dog! While outside might be too cold for us to manage, here’s a few things to consider for training and exercise over the cold months.

• Brain games, which includes training tricks or obedience, and puzzle toys.

• Attend a day of daycare to get the zoomies out.

• Rent a building for an hour or two - with friends if you want!

• Teach your dog to use a treadmill.

• Provide more chewy/toy options and rotate toys every couple of days to keep them exciting and new.

• Check out more ideas on page 7 on beating the boredom.

In a few short months we’ll be back to nicer weather! Best wishes in holding down the fort until then!

Emily Garland, CPDT‑KA, MFA Trainer and Behaviour Specialist

Find what works for you and your dog. Always remember, every dog is unique. What works for one dog may not work for another.

Any information contained in this section are suggestions on different training techniques to try. For advice specific to your dog consult a trained professional.

17

New Year’s Eve with

KAOS

KAOS DOG SPORTS New Year’s Eve Flyball Tournament

“We play flyball to have fun with our dogs, but we like to get titles too!”

Flyball is a team sport. A group of 4

each dog gets 25 points, less than 28

dogs race relay-style against another

seconds Is 5 points, and less than 32

team to see who is the fastest. Each

seconds is 1 point. When a dog earns

dog takes their turn to go up the lane,

certain levels of points they get titles

get a tennis ball from a box, and bring

such as Flyball Dog (FD), Flyball Dog

it back over the finish line. If the dog

Excellent (FDX), and many more.

crosses the start line before the previous dog finishes, or if they drop the ball, or

With the pandemic many tournaments

if they don’t go over all the jumps, then

were cancelled and once it was safe to

that dog has a chance to go again to do

have tournaments again NAFA decided

it correctly otherwise the team gets a

to offer double points for a period of

‘No Time’.

time so that dogs could make up the points.

Teams race against each other, but

By Emilie Kossmann Photo credits: Paige Hollinger and Donna Lewis

Syrn passing into Ripley.

18

they also race the clock. In the North

Kaos Dogsports normally has two small

American Flyball Association (NAFA), if

flyball tournaments in the year, one in

a team finishes in less than 24 seconds

March and one in November. With the

Sniper coming back with his ball.

WINTER 2023 | Volume 1

Ripley and Kayla ready to go.

KAOS Dog Sports helps build the bond between you and your canine companion using reward-based training.

Year round classes are available in: Agility

Obedience

Flyball

Puppy

Rally-O

Conformation

We host special events and are available for demos.

1311 Ottawa Street, Regina, SK information@kaosdogsports.ca www.kaosdogsports.ca

double points set to end on Dec 31,

day there was a toast ‘to flyball’. There

2022 (this has since been extended to

was even a resolution board with items

June 2023) the decision was made to

such as ‘less vet bills’ or ‘get a puppy’.

host another tournament at the end of the year.

The event on New Year’s Day was planned to start a bit later than usual

There were seven teams entered from

to accommodate those who had been

five different clubs. This was very small

up late celebrating. It was a good, even

for a flyball tournament so there needed

if somewhat small, flyball tournament;

to be breaks put into the racing sched-

there were some new dogs racing for

ule so that the dogs got enough time to

the first time, some dogs who achieved

rest between races and still racing was

big milestones, and laughter both on

done by early afternoon.

and off the lanes.

The first day of the tournament was New Year’s Eve, so Kaos provided some hats and party supplies and at the end of the

Dot running in her first tournament.

PAWQuarterly

Cheers to another year of flyball!

Baby Gretyl watching the action.

Kaitlyn and Kayla helping with tournament paperwork.

19

NOVEMBER 20, 2022 Alert K9 Hosted Another successful Bone Yard Challenge!

Competitors had to search 5 rooms that had one scented object in each room. Teams had to identify as many of the objects as possible within the 5 minute time frame.

The winning teams were those that found the most objects in the shortest amount of time.

Congratulations to the winners!

RESULTS LEVEL 1

LEVEL 2

LEVEL 3

Nick (Shetland Sheepdog) with Michelle Banks

Harvey (Belgian Malinois) with Ashley Horan

Kira (Belgian Malinois) with Barb Ring

Ru (Portuguese Water Dog) with Coral Atnikov

Rookie (Border Collie) with Christina Legien

Rip (English Springer Spaniel) with Jeanine Jorgensen

Groovy (Miniature Australian Cattle Dog) with Michelle McEwen

Karma (German Shepherd) with Christina Legien

UNTITLED/STARTED 1st Place

Toscane (Chesapeake Bay Retriever) with Patti Kipper

2nd Place 3rd Place

20

Results submitted by Christina Legien Photo by Margo Rosinksi

ADVANCED/EXCELLENT 1st Place 2nd Place 3rd Place

ELITE/PRO 1st Place

2nd Place 3rd Place

WINTER 2023 | Volume 1

contact us at

highfivecanine@gmail.com

Positive, reward-based training for everyday life!

Classes We offer group or private lessons at affordable prices. The classes we offer include manners, loose leash walking, impulse control, and reactivity.

(See our website for our full list of classes.)

Handler Information workshops Spend an evening with us chatting about common training issues like separation anxiety, tackling adolescence, and more!

Dog Sports 20

!

!

LS

TA I

NE

T

U

high5dogtraining.ca

I

AR

2

3

LL SE M

Y S TA

We work with you to achieve your goals for you and your dog!

YBA L F

N

High 5 Dog Training Academy teaches a variety of dog sports. If you are looking for somewhere to start, try our Sport Sampler class where we will cover a different sport each week to get you started.

DF OR MO

RE

D

E

Spa

PREPPING YOUR PUP FOR A DAY AT THE

Have you added a new dog to the family over the holiday season, or are you planning to in the new year? Here are some easy steps you can take to help your pet learn to enjoy grooming, even if they aren’t a puppy anymore.

INVEST IN PROPER EQUIPMENT

Research and invest in proper equipment for the coat in front of you.

Having the right tools for the job can save you and your dog from a lot of frustration. Brushes, combs, and shampoo can make a difference from coat to coat. Good quality nail trimmers are important too. Poor quality nail trimmers can crush the ends of nails instead of making a clean cut. If you prefer a dremel, a pet branded dremel isn’t always better. Do some research, or ask a professional for some quality advice.

CREATE A COMFORTABLE SPACE With a bit of planning and dedication, grooming can be a pleasant and welcoming experience for both you and your dog.

22

A comfortable space in your home for grooming sessions will help create a positive experience.

WINTER 2023 | Volume 1

A slightly raised, non-slip platform that is sturdy and big enough for your dog to comfortably stand or lay down on is ideal. Finding a way to safety tether your dog, or a second person to assist you, can be helpful to prevent them from wanting to walk away. Holding certain positions, such as three legged stands, can be difficult or even painful for some dogs without proper support.

Creating a comfortable work space will help alleviate this type of stress.

TAKE THINGS SLOW AND CREATE A POSITIVE EXPERIENCE

Several short sessions spread out over a day or two every week can be more productive than one long session every couple of weeks.

Take things slow - you don’t have to touch every toe or brush every hair when you first start. Limit your beginning sessions to a handful of treats before giving yourself and your pup a break.

WORK WITH A PROFESSIONAL GROOMER

If you are apprehensive about trimming nails, try working with a professional groomer on a bi-weekly schedule to help your dog get used to the process.

Puppy nails grow especially fast, older dogs aren’t as active so their nails don’t get worn down as quickly, and overgrown nails can be very painful for any dog (not unlike poorly fitted shoes for humans).

PAWQuarterly

Eventually you may be able to take over nail trimming at home, or lengthen the time between trims to once every 4 - 6 weeks. Trying to do it yourself when your dog is napping or having an unpleasant experience at home can make things worse for everyone.

EXCESSIVE SHEDDING AND TANGLED COATS

REGULAR BATHING

If your longer coated dog is getting tangly, it is often better to work on it after being cleaned and conditioned to avoid breakage.

Getting your dog used to regular bathing from a young age can be very beneficial. Common practice is every 4 - 6 weeks.

Today’s good quality pet shampoos and conditioners are not harsh like they were many years ago when people used to say not to bath dogs often.

Not only will your dog’s skin and coat be cleaner with regular bathing, but it’s also a good time to get your hands all over your pet to check for changes in their body. If bathing is part of a dog’s regular routine it can become an enjoyable experience.

If you find your dog sheds more than expected, regular bathing, a blow out with a high velocity dryer, and a thorough brushing can help cut down on hair around the house.

Be sure to always rinse your dog’s coat thoroughly and properly dry it after baths to avoid issues with product and moisture being trapped on your dog’s skin.

Nicole Vaughn, Grooming Manager Pawsitively Purrfect With over twenty years of professional grooming experience, Nicole is always happy to help people keep their dogs clean and happy.

When training any behaviour, create a positive experience by rewarding your dog for the behaviours you want to see. Pair treats and praise with tools, actions, and environments to provide comfort and reinforcement.

! y a d a p S 23

Treats...

Sometimes you need something a little more motivating when your dog starts losing interest or becomes frustrated. Training treats become really expensive, and your dogs regular kibble portions likely won’t cut it when the environment is more distracting than usual.

One of our favourite recipes is Peanut Butter Pumpkin Cookies. But instead of using a cookie cutter try using a silicone treat mould. These tiny bite sized treats can go along way, and are a lot easier on the pocket book.

Don’t want to buy a mould? Just roll out the cookie dough 1/4" thick on a baking sheet, and use a rolling pizza cutter to cut into small squares.

Peanut Butter Pumpkin Dog Cookies INGREDIENTS

• 2 1/2 cups whole wheat flour • 2 eggs • 1 cup Pumpkin puree

• 3 tbsp peanut butter • 1/2 tsp cinnamon

METHOD

• Combine, roll out, and cut cookies.

• Bake at 350º for 40 min.

or • Roll or press the dough into the silicone baking mould for bite sized treats.

• Bake at 350º for 15 - 20 min. (use your own discretion.)

• Treats should be on the dry side.

24

If cutting into squares with a pizza cutter, keep an eye on it when baking. The edges may be thinner and tend to burn more quickly and the middle might still be under cooked.

WINTER 2023 | Volume 1

PAW

ADVERTISE WITH US!

Quarterly

For advertising opportunities with PQ email us at sales@pawquarterly.com

PAWQuarterly

Short

Tails...

Short stories from our readers.

Get

PUBLISHED in PQ! Do you have some Short Tails you would like to share?

Submit your Short Tails to us at publish@pawquarterly.com for a chance to be published in an issue of PQ or our monthly newsletter.

Length of submissions will have word count and editorial conditions.

For entertainment purposes.

26

WINTER 2023 | Volume 1

If you can imagine it...

WE CAN PRINT IT. WESTERN

e. sales@westernlitho.ca p. 306.525.8796 tf: 1.877.445.4846 www.westernlitho.ca

––––– L I T H O –––––

PRINTERS

Serving the printing needs of Regina and area since 1965.

The Basics

WORD SEARCH The Basics CLASS COLLAR DOG DOWN FOCUS GROOMER HARNESS HEEL LEASH OBEDIENCE

PAW PUPPY ROLL OVER SIT SPIN SPORTS STAY TRAIN TRICKS WALK

PAWQuarterly

obedience

S S T D R C L A S S D X V F G V V F X L

L P QG C S Q S A N A K B X G C T T MB I WS O DM SMH K A L OGHH A QG L SWF A E QG A S P N T R F K R J B OQ X N X C N P MR UWE A U WW E T B Z S ZWA L K SWK T A T E R O E B EWB H X B H F U X X P V E T U F P AWX DG R O E U E J I DU CMN K X E C Y U U L P E NH V S NWO T C K N C F Q F B E Z R roll over

R H L G L E A S H V S J H G K I P J J O

QU N E E P I E Y V T F MA I D S O T G I M Y A E B R O I J UM C G B K NO V T

K K J P U O X I Q A R DN I L O L C N J L B T I V L X H R Q O P CWA V S L X C EWZ H J RM S C J P S MA O R R U F E A I I N E OM E R P V G Z A T J D I Y Y N I NG S Q S X R H S Q T D K V TWN U

harness

P R C B I J E I K X T S T A Y N Y T C G

P H J S S P O Q N B S P I N H R Z U C Y

Y N O M I K V Z M T P E S I T P N L B Q 27

class

JANUARY

JAN 13, 2023 AAC 3 Days Limited Entry Standsure Agility Club 395 38 St East, Prince Albert 3D Distributors (Indoor) standsure@sasktel.net standsureagility.ca

SK

AB JAN 14, 2023 CKC Canine Good Neighbour Test JAN 14 &15, 2023 4 CKC Rally Obedience Trials 2 Scent Hurdling Trials Spectrum Speed Dogsport Club Of Edmonton Edmonton, AB sko@dogsport.org JAN 14/15, 2023 AB AAC Limited Entry Performance Agility Club of Edmonton Neitak Equestrian Centre 50416 RGE RD 10, Stony Plain, AB paceaac@paceagility.org www.paceagility.org

JANUARY FEBRUARY MARCH 28

JAN 21/22, 2023 AB 2 CKC Scent Detection Trials American Staffordshire Terrier Club Of Canada Ridge Meadows Properties 24314 Meadow Dr, Calgary, AB koolbert@telus.net www.astcc.ca/

JAN 21, 2023 AB AAC Limited Entry Flashing Canines Steiners Arena, 17455 Hwy 875, Tilley, AB lkrochak@shaw.ca flashingcanines.ca JAN 22, 2023 AB SDDA Scent Trial Event Distance, Speed, Team, and Ariel Elite Promotional Marketing 14703-118 Ave., Edmonton, AB info@sportingdetectiondogs.ca JAN 22, 2023 SK SDDA Scent Trial Event Distance, Speed, Team, and Ariel Archie Anderson Paviillion 100 Exhibition Dr., Prince Albert, SK info@sportingdetectiondogs.ca

JAN 27-29, 2023 AB 3 All Breed Shows/Obedience Trials/ Rally Obedience Trials Evelyn Kenny Kennel & Obedience Club Agriculture Building, Stampede Park, 1410 Olympic Way SE, Calgary, AB events@verwey.ca

JAN 27/28, 2023 AB Specialty Show for Collies & Shetland Sheepdogs Alberta Shetland Sheepdog & Collie Association Agriculture Building, Stampede Park 1410 Olympic Way SE, Calgary, AB events@verwey.ca

WINTER 2023 | Volume 1

AB • ALBERTA SK • SASKATCHEWAN MB • MANITOBA

JAN 28, 2023 AAC Limited Entry Rocky Mountain Agility Club Okotoks Agricultural Society Indoor facility (Alberta) rmactrialsecretary@gmail.com rockymountainagility.com

FEBRUARY

FEB 4, 2023 AAC 1 Days Limited Entry Standsure Agility Club 395 38 St East, Prince Albert 3D Distributors (Indoor) standsure@sasktel.net standsureagility.ca

AB

SK

FEB 4/5, 2023 AB AAC Limited Entry OC Agility, Sturgeon County Agriplex 25021 Twn Rd, 554, Morinville, AB trials@ocagility.net ocagility.net

FEB 11/12, 2023 AB AAC Proctoring Trial Dynamo Dogsports, Training Hall 9519 49 St NW, Edmonton, AB dogsport.org@hotmail.com dogsport.org FEB 12, 2023 AB SDDA Scent Trial Event A/E Containers, Interior, and Exterior Safety City Red Deer 3030 55th Street, Red Deer, AB info@sportingdetectiondogs.ca FEB 11, 2023 AB AAC 1 Day Limited Entry Northside Agility Club, Wet Creek Stables Rocky View No 44, Balzac, AB northsideagilitytrials@gmail.com northsideagility.com FEB 18/19, 2023 AB AAC Limited Entry Calgary Agility Association Al Azhar Fezdome (indoor) 5225 101 Street NW, Calgary, AB KThompson@jayman.com calgaryagility.com

FEB 3-5, 2023 AB 5 CKC Agility Trials Rocky Mountain Working Herding Club of Alberta, Balzac, AB FEB 18, 2023 rmactrialsecretary@gmail.com AB rockymountainagility.com AAC Limited Entry

Flashing Canines, Steiners Arena 17455 Hwy 875, Tilley, AB FEB 3-5, 2023 SK lkrochak@shaw.ca BHA Barn Hunt Trial flashingcanines.ca Westman Rat Wranglers -BH The Playground Dog Daycare & Kennels Range road 2185, Regina, SK ramonas@wcgwave.ca

FEB 18/19, 2023 AB CKC Agility Trial 8 CKC Agility Trials, 2 Scent Hurdling Trials Dynamo Dog Sports FEB 4/5, 2023 AB 9519 49 St NW, Edmonton, AB Connie Cleveland Obedience Seminar dogsport.org@hotmail.com Two-day Obedience Clinic, Calgary, AB dogsport.org/dynamodogs Beth Barrett, drbethca@gmail.com

PAWQuarterly

FEB18-20, 2023 MB Crocus Obedience & Kennel Club 6 All Breed Shows, 3 Obedience Trials, and 3 Rally Obedience Trials Canada Room, The Keystone Centre, 18th Street South, Brandon, MB canddshowserives@gmail.com FEB 26, 2023 AB SDDA Scent Trial Event S - Containers, Interior, and Exterior Canine Development and Testing 1267 Lake Sundance Crescent SE, Calgary, AB info@sportingdetectiondogs.ca

MARCH

MAR 3/4, 2023 AAC Limited Entry Top Spot Agility Okotoks Agricultural Society Indoor facility (Alberta) topspotagility@gmail.com

AB

MAR 3-5, 2023 AB 5 CKC Agility Trials Scent Hurdling Trial Fort Saskatchewan & Area Canine Association Dynamo Dogsport Training Hall 9519 49 St NW, Edmonton, AB MAR 3-5, 2023 CARO Rally-O KAOS Dogsports 1311 Ottawa Street, Regina, SK obedience@kaosdogsporta.ca www.kaosdogsports.ca

SK

MAR 4/5, 2023 SK Moto Agility Seminar Absolute Agility Regina, SK Amanda Abs (Fb messenger) www.facebook.com/amanda.abs.1

29

MAR 11, 2023 AB AAC Limited Entry Flashing Canines Steiners Arena, 17455 Hwy 875, Tilley, AB lkrochak@shaw.ca flashingcanines.ca MAR 11/12, 2023 SK Flyball Tournament KAOS Dogsports 1311 Ottawa Street, Regina, SK information@kaosdogsports.ca www.kaosdogsports.ca MAR 11/12, 2023 AB AAC Limited Entry OC Agility Sturgeon County Agriplex - Indoors 25021 Twn Rd, 554, Morinville, AB trials@ocagility.net ocagility.net

MAR 11/12, 2023 AB 4 CKC Obedience Trials Alberta Obedience Group Stony Plain, AB alnlee2@shaw.ca albertaobediencegroup.com

Photo by Nicole Vaughn

Photo by Nicole Vaughn

JANUARY FEBRUARY MARCH 30

MAR 12, 2023 AB SDDA Scent Trial Event S/A/E - Containers, Interior, and Exterior Wheels On INC. 7894 48 Ave., Red Deer, AB info@sportingdetectiondogs.ca

MAR 18/19, 2023 SK 4 CKC Rally Obedience Trials Saskatoon Kennel & Obedience Club Pike Lake, Saskatchewan (Indoor) Pike Lake Hall, Pippin St, Pike Lake, SK andrea.ziegler@me.com saskatoonkennelobedienceclub.com MAR 24-26, 2023 AB 3 All Breed Shows/3 Obedience Trials/ 3 Rally Obedience Trials Battle River Canine Association Camrose Regional Exhibition, 4250 Exhibition Drive, Camrose, AB kat_mclaugh@yahoo.ca www.battlerivercanine.ca MAR 24-26, 2023 SK CKC Obedience Wascana Dog Obedience Club 513 Ross Ave E, Regina, SK lwilkinson@sasktel.net wascanadogclub.com

MAR 24-26, 2023 AB 3 All Breed Shows/3 Obedience Trials/ 3 Rally Obedience Trials Battle River Canine Association, Camrose, AB Camrose Regional Exhibition, 4250 Exhibition Drive, kat_mclaugh@yahoo.ca www.battlerivercanine.ca MAR 25/26, 2023 AB AAC Proctoring Trial Dynamo Dogsports Dynamo Dogsport Training Hall 4405 101 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB dogsport.org@hotmail.com dogsport.org

MAR 11/12, 2023 AB 4 CKC Rally Obedience Trials 2 Scent Hurdling Trials Spectrum Speed Dogsport Club Of Edmonton MAR 31, 2023 Dynamo Dogsport Training Hall AB 4405 101 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB 2 Day Limited Entry dogsport.org@hotmail.com Northside Agility Club

Wet Creek Stables (Indoor) Rocky View No 44, Balzac, AB MAR 11, 2023 AB northsideagilitytrials@gmail.com CKC Canine Good Neighbour Test northsideagility.com Spectrum Speed Dogsport Club Of Edmonton Dynamo Dogsport Training Hall 4405 101 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB dogsport.org@hotmail.com

MAR 31 - APR 2, 2023 AB 3 All Breed Shows/3 Obedience Trials/ 3 Rally Obedience Trials Red Deer & District Kennel Club (Indoor) Westerner Park, 4847 19 Street, Red Deer, AB northsideagilitytrials@gmail.com northsideagility.com

WINTER 2023 | Volume 1

COM I NG J U LY 1 & 2 , 2 0 2 3 VENUE Caledonian Curling Club HOSTED BY Good2Go Flyball

PAWQuarterly

31

Gear up in the New Year with

Proud to support local. prairieharleydavidson.com

101 Carson Rd, Emerald Park, SK Open Tuesday – Saturday 9:00 am to 5:30 pm Text or call: 306.522.1747

True Freedom