AWL NSW Batemans Bay Dog Training Club Branch

05/08/2023

Training is on today.
2pm as usual, and 3.30pm.for Foundation.

20/07/2023

Foundation starting this Saturday 22 July 2023, 3.30 pm.

Emails have been sent out. If we have missed you please contact us.

A couple of spots left.

14/07/2023

Our next Foundation class.will start on the 22 July 2023, 3.30 pm at Batehaven. This is a 6 week class.

There are some places available so message or email to book in. Emails to those that have contacted us will be sent out by Wednesday night.

If you have contacted us and not received an email please let us know.

29/05/2023

Another good one

25/05/2023

We are very excited to invite you to take part in the AWL NSW Eurobodalla Branch Desexing Month (well, it's actually two months!). During June and July, we are offering financial assistance to all pet owners living in Eurobodalla to have your pets desexed. Simply contact us on 0410 016 612 to arrange your discount voucher.

12/05/2023

Foundation classes starting on the 20 May 2023, 3.30pm.

For those that have contacted us we will get an email out to you. It will have gear needed etc. Keep an eye out by mid week (all going well with the internet).

29/04/2023

Good information

An IAABC Foundation Publication

29/04/2023

Training has been cancelled for today 29 April due to wet weather.
See you next weekend.

(Sorry for late notice)

Foundation class will be starting in a week two, so contact us to register (will post seperately).

Have a nice weekend.

15/04/2023

A beautiful day for classes today.

2 pm and 3.30

08/04/2023

A training session will be on at 2pm this Easter weekend. Handlers choice.

03/04/2023

UPDATE - ROO HAS FOUND HER NEW HOME!!
I am on high alert looking for my new owner! I cannot believe there isn't a family out there that doesn't want a smart, loyal, obedient and, let's face it, almost perfect girl! Yes, I will be above medium size but I am a total sweetheart who gets on with other dogs, all humans, horses, sheep, cats and chickens!
Ring 0410 016 612 to find out more or message us here!
AWL NSW Rehoming No. 250000222

25/03/2023

Training is canceled today 25th March due to bad weather

17/03/2023

3.30 Foundation Class is cancelled this weekend the 18 March.

2pm class still on if not to hot.

24/02/2023

Training for both Foundation (3.30pm) and Levels Classes (2pm) are on tomorrow 25th February 2023. We have some shade to work under.

Anyone that contacted us and was wanting to join this current Foundation class, tomorrow is your chance. The next Foundation class starts in about 2 months.

For Foundation: bring a chair and plenty of water and some good treats (see Information sheet sent out via email).
Levels class: your dogs favourite toy and food, as well as normal gear, a chair and a 30cm plus box or 2 please.
Any query's please message the Club Branch.

23/02/2023

17/02/2023

Tomorrows classes (18/2/23) have been cancelled due to the forecast heat. Stay tuned though because if it turns out cooler then the forecast we may go ahead. Just check in as final decision by mid day. As is no classes sorry.
Keep cool

08/02/2023

Every dog has it's day – AND IT’S TODAY! 🌟
New The starts 7.30 Tonight on 10 and 10 play

15/01/2023

Continueing classes starting back on the 4th February 2023. Depending on the heat as to what time we start.

New Registraions and Foundation Class starts on the 11th February. Usually at 3.30. It will depend on the heat.
Please email or ring for info and booking a place.

More info to follow.

22/12/2022

Merry Christmas to all and your puppers

07/12/2022

Edited to say....bring a chair if you have one.

Club Christmas party and end of year celebration is on this Saturday, 2pm, 10th December '22.
Games and prizes and a dress-up prize given out.
Pizza lunch. Come and enjoy an hour or two together.

It will be the last class for 2022.

We start again early February 2023.

Club participants come and celebrate the end of year with us. Starting 2pm.

The Batemans Bay Branch of the AWL NSW wish all past and present Club members the happiest Christmas and New Year.

27/11/2022

Some interesting podcasts here.
🎙 NEW PODCAST 🎙 Snake Bites and Dogs

It's a scary thought to think your beloved dog may be bitten by a snake, but being informed and prepared could save their life.

In this podcast, vetnpet DIRECT's Aria and veterinarian Dr Glenn talk about the symptoms of a snake bites in dogs and what you can do to save your furry friend's life. They also discuss how a vet will determine if they have been bitten and the life saving treatment options they can administer. Although preventing your dog from being bitten is not always possible Dr Glenn and Aria give you some tips that might help in preventing your dog from falling victim to a snake bite.
You can tune into the myPET Podcast on the vetnpet DIRECT YouTube Channel , through iTunes or Stitcher, just search for myPET Podcast, or listen through our website at https://www.vetnpetdirect.com.au/pages/mypet-podcast

25/11/2022

19/11/2022

The perfect day to play.
All classes at 2 pm.

03/11/2022

28/10/2022

Put the smile back on your dogs dial!

Looking good for training tomorrow.

(but we didn't say that aloud incase, you know, 'jinx').

22/10/2022

Thunderstorms are not great for dogs so we have decided to cancel training for this week

11/10/2022

We are sorry. It has come to Admins attention that the posts since 14 September have not been accessible to you all. Even though admin has thought information on whether classes are on, or not, due to weather. The posts were apparently not published.

This has been caused by fb insisting another platform is Introduced regardless of its users needs. Even though the posts look as if posted they were not, and aren't able to be made public.

Our Branch apologises to anyone that this has caused problems and confusion for.

05/10/2022

How is you and your pets relationship bank account

This video explores and explains the concept of the relationship bank account and how it applies to our interactions with dogs. In the relationship bank acco...

14/09/2022

Edited again to say one spot has come up for Saturday.

Edited to say class is now full, but please still.contact us to be on the waiting list, or if a place comes up.

Our Foundation Class is starting this Saturday 17 September 2022 at 3.30 pm. If it is pouring rain at 3.15 it will start the next weekend. We will put a notice up here if it is postponed so maybe worth a check.
Photos of 2 of our Club dogs Sadie (on her matt) and Scarlett (awesome recall).

02/09/2022

For those that finished Foundation last week your class is now at 2pm.

If you didn't finish please contact us on the group page.

30/08/2022

A puppy's mind is fully capable of learning at an early age, so let's take a look at what should be one of our dog's basic behaviours, the retrieve.

30/08/2022

Taking names for mid September Foundation Class. Its filling up.

If you have contacted us for this class and we haven't send you a reply email as yet please get in touch.

20/08/2022

28/07/2022

Puppies.
Good advice from.an incredible trainer.

If you were to get 100 of the world’s best dog trainers in a room, there would be a lot of disagreements. However, if you asked, “what’s the number one train...

26/07/2022

Our older dogs are very special.

Our Toby is getting older and has not been well lately so I thought it timely to discuss older dogs. So much information is provided on puppies but aging dogs are not often discussed. Hopefully, you will all have an older dog if you have a puppy. Older dogs (seniors) require extra considerations as they age. The term 'senior' dog describes an aging pet. Sadly larger breeds have a shorter life span (as a general rule) and as such can be considered senior from the age of 5. Smaller dogs tend to have a longer lifespan so may not be considered senior until around 10 years. Senior dogs are likely still healthy but may be starting to show signs of age. Towards the end of their lives, they may be considered 'geriatric' when they have more health related issues.

Some of the physical signs you may see in aging dogs:
-greying around the muzzle
-cloudy eyes
-not running around as much as they used to, or moving stiffly
-not climbing up on furniture
-sleeping more
-bad breath (which could be a result of dental disease)
-change in sleeping patterns
-drinking more
-change in eating ( may eat more or less )
-urinating more and/or in different locations
-weight changes and/or change in muscle tone, coat texture (not as shiny)
-signs of aggression and less tolerance
-wanting more attention, or less attention
-reluctance to be picked up
-vocalising

Dogs can also get a form of 'Dog Dementia' - Canine Cognitive Dysfunction (CCD). This could manifest in a range of ways (including some of those mentioned above). This is a fabulous resource on CCD: https://dogdementia.com/canine-cognitive-dysfunction-guide/

As with any changes we identify, a Veterinary examination is the first step to identifying what is going on and how we can best assist our dog(s) moving forward. There could be any number of reasons for the changes you are seeing. Your Vet may recommend a specialised diet or injections or medications. The earlier you identify any changes in health, the earlier you can help your dog. Unchecked health issues may significantly affect your dog's quality of life and even reduce your dog's lifespan.

Some of the adaptations you can make at home that can help senior dogs:
-change the location of dog beds for sleeping so they are away from draughts and heat.
-bring outside dogs inside where they are warm and protected during cold weather
-provide air conditioning or shaded areas during warmer weather
-provide clear access for dogs with reduced eyesight to prevent them from bumping into furniture
-use non slip flooring to prevent slips and falls
-separate younger dogs from older dogs so they are not jumped on if they are sore with arthritis
-make sure beds are firm and supportive
- warm coats for outside walks in cold weather
- daily sniffy walks to keep the joints moving

Our dogs offer us friendship and unconditional love for many years. We owe it to our older dogs to give them the best of care whilst we can. We are their world and a safe place to fall...

25/07/2022

Busted again........

23/07/2022

Just a reminder to our members new and existing, could you please bring either small notes or coins for your $3. weekly ground training fees. Also Club membership fees at $35 can only be paid by cash as we don't have other payment options.