Harlandsk9kennels

21/02/2025

18/02/2025

⚠️ The Truth About Pacing in Dogs: A Sign of Compensation, Not Efficiency

Introduction: Is Pacing in Dogs Really More Efficient?

There is a widely held belief in the dog world that a pacing gait—where a dog moves both legs on the same side of the body together—is more energy-efficient than a trot. That pacing is a restful gait, which allows for energy conservation.

🔎 However, biomechanical studies on both quadruped animals and quadruped robots suggest otherwise. In fact, pacing at trotting speeds is often compensatory, meaning the dog is likely adjusting its movement from a contralateral gait (trot) to an ipsilateral gait (pace) to avoid the torque inherent in a contralateral gait.

🧠 Understanding why this happens, and what we should be doing about it, is crucial for dog owners, trainers, and breeders.

Read the full blog post, with marked up, explanatory graphics, and linked studies on my website.









https://canineconditioningcoach.com/the-truth-about-pacing-in-dogs-a-sign-of-compensation-not-efficiency/

18/02/2025

Good morning everyone.
There has been a baiting in tuncurry and forster.
Please check your yards and stay vigilant with your pets.
These aren't my dogs or clients that have been effected but this is a warning to let everyone know this is happening.
This is why we crate our dogs when we aren't home. And why I enclosure train as well. 🐕🐾🧡
Stay safe everyone. 🧡🐕🐾

14/02/2025

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⚠️IMPORTANT MICROCHIP UPDATE FOR PET OWNERS
Soon HomeSafe ID, the microchip registration database used by AWLQ , RSPCA , many vets and rescue groups will no longer be functional
This means you will no longer be able to access the database to update details or identify your pet if it goes missing . We thus urge all our clients to check what company your pets microchip is with and if with HomeSafe ID register them with another company to keep them safe and easily identified if ever they should become lost.
WHAT YOU NEED TO DO
*Check your pets microchip Registration at Pet Address http://petaddress.com.au This will tell you which company your details are with . If you' re unsure of your microchip # we can scan your pet for you
*Re -register with another company if your details are with HomeSafeID . You can either do this by phone or online for a small fee set by the new registry
*It is also a good time if you are not with HomesafeID to check your details are correct with the registry you are with.
If you pet's registration is not updated and they become lost , vets,councils and shelters will be
unable to view your contact details when scanning the chip. This makes reuniting you with your pet
much harder
Please check NOW - this will ensure your pets future security and safety. ⚠️
https://petaddress.com.au

10/02/2025

💙WE HAVE A FOSTER CARER FOR OUR CAVOODLE. 🩵

07/02/2025

From daycares to home assessments and board and trains and 1.1 training. I'm so lucky to be apart of each and everyone of these dogs life's. I'm so greatfull to have such amazing clients.
Keep up the great work everyone.
🐕🧡🐾

06/02/2025

Building toy drives.
Building off switches.
Working on reactivity.
Building our play rules.
Commands:
Ta- out the toy.
Come.
Sit.
Catch.
Give our dogs a purpose and job.
Building clear communication with terminal marker and our no marker and our duration marker. 🧡🐕🐾😍
Almost 2 weeks here and we are smashing her goals. 🐕🧡🐾
Denise at Paws Inc.

03/02/2025

Just some pictures of the puppies.
We are missing bobafett in these photos but I will be trying to get photos today of him. 🐾🧡🐕 these babies have grown so much.
❤️💙🧡🐾😍

30/01/2025

Good morning.
Here is some photos of our daycares and board and trains.
And my dogs.
🧡🐾🐕
Have a safe weekend.

28/01/2025

Fleas & Ticks are more than just a nuisance - they can be deadly.

Paralysis ticks, in particular, can cause life threatening paralysis in your pets.

Protect your pets with year round flea & tick prevention.
We offer monthly, three monthly, six monthly or 12 monthly treatment.
Come and see our Reception staff for information on flea & tick prevention for your pet.

Prevention saves lives.

Talk to your Vet today.

23/01/2025

🇳🇿 Australia Day Closure 🇳🇿

Our clinic will be closed on Monday, 27th January 25 to celebrate Australia Day.

We will have one of our wonderful Vets on call as per usual for any emergencies.
Please call 6552 2633 for the after hours number.

Please check to be sure you have enough medications for your pets over this time. If not, please call above number to order ahead.

Wishing everyone a very happy and safe long weekend.

23/01/2025

Just some photos of happy pup's.🐕🐾🧡

19/01/2025

Just some photos from the week. 🐕🧡🐾🐾

16/01/2025

🌬⚠️ High winds & possible
floods alert ⚠️

Strong winds and heavy rain are expected in the coming days, particularly today, which may lead to localised flooding.
Stay safe and prepared:

1️⃣ Secure your property: Tie down any loose outdoor items like furniture, rubbish bins and decorations.
2️⃣ Plan your travel: Avoid driving through flood waters- turn around, don't drown!
3️⃣Check on neighbours: Especially the elderly or those in vulnerable areas.

🐾 For Pet Owners:

1️⃣Bring pets indoors before any storm hits (if you can)
2️⃣Ensure they have enough safe, dry space with food, water and comfort items.
3️⃣Make sure all microchips or ID tags are up to date in case they get lost.
4️⃣Move livestock to higher ground if flooding is likely.
5️⃣Ensure paddocks are free of debris that could become dangerous in high winds.
6️⃣Provide access to shelter or windbreaks, and make sure water sources won't be contaminated.
7️⃣Keep lead ropes and halters accessible in case of evacuation.

Stay informed through weather updates and take all necessary precautions.

Stay safe everyone.

14/01/2025

Good morning everyone. We will be starting group class on February 7th Friday 6pm at Nabiac. If intrested please message to book as we have limited spots because we will be working with reactive dogs.
Message on Facebook or txt 0413 036 600.
Please don't ring as I'm out with dogs and will not get back to you unless you leave a message. 🐾🧡🐕
Txting me is fastest way to get answered. 🐕🐾🧡
Super excited to see some regulars. 🧡🐾🐕