S.O.S Dog Obedience

23/08/2024

IMPORTANT MESSAGE TO ALL SOS MEMBERS:
Hi Everyone,
At S.O.S. Dog Obedience we take pride in the professional service that we provide to you all.
As Trainers first and foremost, we always endeavour to ensure that the safety and wellbeing of both you and your dog is our number one priority.
We are here to train both you and your dog so that you may get the best from your dog and they get the best from you!
Unfortunately, on Sunday the 18th of August, we had an incident take place involving a number of dogs during a class. The incident was dealt with promptly and this ensured that there were no injuries sustained to either the dogs involved or their handlers.
Going forward we will be making some changes to classes as a safeguard for the future. Those changes will be explained in class. We understand that incidents may occur from time to time and that sometimes this cannot be avoided.
We ask that all handlers remain vigilant and focused on the task at hand during class. You have an understanding of the signals your dog displays and the behaviour that certain stimuli may evoke. You can take decisive and appropriate action in order to avoid a potential incident if you maintain your dog’s focus and notice anything unusual. Please talk to a Trainer if you’re unsure or feel that you may need assistance.
We want to ensure that the time you spend at S.O.S is beneficial in a safe environment.
On behalf of Shane, Sylvia and the entire Team at S.O.S, we thank you for your hard work and dedication.🐾🐾

18/08/2024

Congratulations to these amazing members 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

02/08/2024

Hi Everyone- this is a special post!
It is a rare occasion that the master will appear in a photo with a Member…. A huge congratulations to Andrew who has achieved level 6 ADVANCED with BUSTA 👏🏻
l still remember when they first rescued this handsome boy - they hit the jackpot with such a great dog in every way. The family that surrendered him didn’t have time. Andrew (& Jacqui) are so proud of Busta’s achievements and would both say he’s a pleasure to train.
Level 6 A is not an easy feat. Andrew has accomplished total obedience in all categories Recall, Road Safety & Advanced Obedience. BUSTA is a confident, calm, well socialised dog that can work well in a group or alone. This is one of the hardest skills to master- that your dog will only respond to your command in a group context. At this level you can pretty much take your dog anywhere, without a lead even! Well done Andrew & “Bud”👏🏻❤️we are proud of you and admire your dedication
Shane, Sylvia & the SOS Team 🐾🐾

02/08/2024

Congratulations to all these Members who have trained hard to achieve level passes and progress to the next stage. We love seeing all the pooches gaining confidence as they move through SOS!
Shane, Sylvia & the SOS Team 🐾🐾

13/07/2024

Also a big congratulations to Clair whose daughter Charlotte & hubby Michael welcomed a beautiful boy “Parker Anthony” the day after Tayla! Congratulations to Sheri’s son and partner who welcomed a baby girl “Jamima “just a few short weeks ago! It’s been a busy time for us SOS “grandmothers” 😂❤️

13/07/2024

It is with great pleasure that l am introducing our newest trainer at SOS! “Etta Rose” was born to our Tayla & Kieren last Sunday. She nearly arrived at Club as it took some convincing to keep Tayla away from training 😂
Mumma & Baby (& Papa) doing well. And Biscuit is a beautiful big sister ❤️

06/07/2024

Hi To All,
This week l was touched by the generosity of one of our members who gifted us a massive floodlight. This will enable us to broaden the space available for training on those dark Winter nights. I am incredibly grateful as my poor level 5 class will benefit greatly. Thank you Alex of A.T Pro Carpentry…. We are very appreciative of this kind gift.🙏🏻🐾🐾
Shane, Sylvia & the SOS Team (& lvl 5!)

29/06/2024

And these Members! 👏🏻👏🏻🐾🐾

29/06/2024

Congratulations to these Members 👏🏻

31/05/2024

Hi Everyone- this post is to wish our sassy girl “Ziva” a very happy 12th birthday!
Although huskies have traits of impulsivity, inattention, stubbornness and are rated low on trainability, l find the breed delightful.
Ziva is highly intelligent, intuitive, spirited, powerful, loyal, playful, friendly and mischievous! She is actively independent but a pack animal. Our girl is a natural Alpha and is very “wolf-like.” A Husky is more like a cat!
Ziva has helped me train many difficult dogs and her sensitive nature will assess a situation carefully. She has taught me a great deal about training dogs and has challenged me to extend my knowledge and ability. I am so privileged to have been accepted by this magnificent creature and to have her work with me. This small collection of photos over the years reflect the many characteristics of her personality.
Happy birthday Ziva and thank you, l am so blessed 🙏🏻❤️Enjoy 🐾🐾Sylvia

29/05/2024

Dear Members,
Just an early note to remind everyone that there will not be classes held on the King’s Birthday long weekend June 9th.
Shane, Sylvia & the SOS Team 🐾🐾

17/05/2024

Congratulations to these S.O.S members on their achievement. Shane, Sylvia and the S.O.S Team 🐾🐾

14/05/2024

Remembering our Jane - from your SOS family 🙏🏻❤️🐾🐾

12/05/2024

08/05/2024

Congratulations to all our Members!

25/04/2024

06/04/2024

I have had many CPR classes over the last 30 years but was never told this…..
Have you ever thought about it ❤️
When you are alone and have a heart attack. What are you gonna do then ?
A rarely good post that can't be shared often enough:
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Take a 2 minute break and read this:
Let's say it's 5:25 pm and you're driving home after an unusually hard day's work.
2.
You are really tired and frustrated.
All of a sudden your chest pains. They are starting to radiate in the arm and jaw. It feels like being stabbed in the chest and heart. You're only a few miles away from the nearest hospital or home.
3.
Unfortunately you don't know if you can make it..
4.
Maybe you've taken CPR training, but the person running the course hasn't told you how to help yourself.
5.
How do you survive a heart attack when you're alone when it happens? A person who is feeling weak and whose heart is beating hard has only about 10 seconds before losing consciousness.
6.
But you can help yourself by coughing repeatedly and very strongly! Deep breaths before every cough. Coughing should be repeated every second until you arrive at the hospital or until your heart starts to beat normally.
7.
Deep breathing gives oxygen to your lungs and coughing movements boost the heart and blood circulation. Heart pressure also helps to restore a normal heartbeat. Here's how cardiac arrest victims can make it to the hospital for the right treatment
8.
Cardiologists say if someone gets this message and passes it on to 10 people, we can expect to save at least one life.
9. FOR WOMEN: You should know that women have additional and different symptoms. Rarely have crushing chest pain or pain in the arms. Often have indigestion and tightness across the back at the bra line plus sudden fatigue.
Instead of posting jokes, you're helping save lives by spreading this message.
❤️ COPY (hold your finger, click on the text and select copy, go to your own page and where you normally want to write, select finger again and paste)

Great to know!!
Thank you Angela for sharing this ! SOS

06/04/2024

Dear Members,
Please remember that daylight savings ends tonight so don’t forget to turn those clocks back!
If you turn up early we will make you help clean at the school 😂😂
Shane, Sylvia & the SOS Team 🐾🐾

03/04/2024

Hi Everyone!
Just a quick note to clarify a previous message that seems to be causing some confusion. Firstly, our times haven’t really changed. The option to come 10 minutes earlier for a group warm up is OPTIONAL. If you turn up just in time for class, you will only participate in the group warmup for 5 mins.
Re the class duration and 45 minute class, this is to allow for any questions of a general or individual nature. We always ran a 45 minute class but our group activity ran into that time so we had to draw a line in the sand.
I hope this explains things and feel free to speak to Sylvia if you’re still unsure. Also please note that we do not charge a fee for extra tuition in the hour before the Wednesday night and Sunday am classes. Feel free to partake if you need more help.
Finally remember next Wednesday will no longer be daylight savings so break out the high vis gear if you have it! Thanks everyone for your enthusiastic participation and ongoing support.
Shane, Sylvia & the SOS Team 🐾🐾

30/03/2024

Congratulations to all these achievements! Well done Members👏🏻

30/03/2024

Happy Easter!

26/03/2024

Dear Members Happy Easter - may all be safe and enjoy your time. No school on Easter Sunday! Shane, Sylvia & the SOS Team 🐾🐾

19/03/2024

Dear Members,
As always, we value the feedback we receive and will be adhering to these disciplines going forward-
Our warm up session (heeling around as a large group) will commence 10mins before the scheduled class time. We will continue for 5mins only then break up into classes. Our classes will run for 40 mins allowing 15mins afterwards for questions or changeover (for the carpark). This should permit enough class time for Trainers to run through all their tasks.
Please remember that if you need help with something or want to discuss an issue, we are available for an hour before class time on Wednesdays and Sundays at 8.30am.
I hope this keeps everyone happy as we try to offer some varied training activities at SOS!
Thank you- Shane, Sylvia, Sheri & the SOS Team 🐾🐾

08/03/2024

REPOST: Tips for dogs surviving the hot weather this long-weekend.

While temperatures are rising up to the mid 30's your dog will feel the heat as much as you will. Keeping your dog cool and hydrated is vital for its wellbeing, as heat exhaustion is a life-threatening condition. Best time to walk your dog is early in the morning or late in the day, never between 11-4pm. Activities undertaken in the heat should also be light and gentle, this includes when training your dog.

Ensure there is enough shade and water in the backyard. Hydration can also be supplemented by freezing a container of water or give an ice block to your dog to lick. Another way keeping your dog cool is by freezing some chicken stock in an ice-cube container and give it to them as a cool tasty treat, they will love it! If your dog loves the water, hose them down regularly (if you're home) or keep them cool by filling up a shell-Sandpit with water for them to dip themselves in (you can buy these from Bunnings).

Most importantly, never leave your dog inside a hot car. Pets can overheat even if the window is down or parked in a shaded area. Temperatures over 20 degrees can cause your pet some serious injuries or death. So remember to be a responsible pet owner by keeping yourself and your pets cool and hydrated.

Enjoy the long weekend, from the SOS team 🐾🐾

07/03/2024

Hi Everyone,
Just a reminder that there won’t be any classes on Sunday 10th of March due to the Long Weekend for Labour Day in Victoria. It seems the weekend will be extremely hot too so stay cool!
Shane, Sylvia & the SOS Team 🐾🐾

27/02/2024

Hi Everyone,
As it has been confirmed that tomorrow will be a scorcher, we will not have Dog School on Wednesday night the 28th Feb.Do something lovely and cool with your dogs instead 🙏🏻😎🐩🦮🐕‍🦺🐕
Shane, Sylvia & The SOS Team🐾🐾

25/02/2024

Dear Friends, congratulations to these achievements!

13/02/2024

Happy St Valentine’s Day to our best friends❤️

07/02/2024

Dear Members & Friends,
This video may warm some hearts, as it does mine. This is a great example of a culmination of everything we teach at SOS- from basic obedience leading to exceptional, skilled training tasks.
Listen to Shane's commands and tones to each individual dog while holding the others. As you know, it takes a lot of co-ordination and excellent technique to achieve this kind of result with not one but three dogs simultaneously. See how Shane connects, commits and cues his dogs. Truly inspirational work from the Master!
Thank you Shane, from your Team 🐾🐾