Canine Team Training Instructor- Carol Ely

06/08/2024

Did you know how old your dog is when you spay or neuter them can greatly impact their health and behavior?

It's become very common too spay/neuter puppies that are 6 months old (or even younger! 😬)

But is that really what's best for their long-term well-being?

Well, the science says... It depends!

There has been a long term study on dogs overall health and behavior comparing dogs that were spayed/neutered at different ages.

The general consequences is that a puppy should NEVER️ be spayed/neutered before they are 6 months old.

But also that many breeds of dogs shouldn't be spayed/neutered until they are 1 or 2 years old, and even some breeds that should NEVER be spayed/neutered!

The study also shows that spaying/neutering dogs younger than their recommend age has major negative effects on their health and behavior.

Some of the health issues include a significantly increased risk of various joint issues and cancers of dogs spayed/neutered too young.

The main behavior concern with dogs spayed/neutered too young is an increased risk for fear aggression.

This chart shows the dog breeds in the study and their recommended ages for spay/neuter.

I'll also link the full study in the comments for anyone interested in learning more.

05/22/2024

Ricky achieved BCat in FAST Cat this past weekend. His fastest run was on Sunday at 7.794 or 26.24 MPH. Trial club - Crab Orchard Kennel Club (thanks for putting on the trial). Photo in kennel is because something scared him on Sunday morning as he was getting ready to go into the agility ring for the Paducah Kennel Club trial in Paducah KY. He totally shut down and I even pulled him from the last run. He didn't want to get out of the kennel. Even using Annie to entice him (which usually works) didn't work this time. I wish I knew what scared him. Oh well, the life of a rescue that had a hard life.

05/15/2024

Summer Class schedules have been updated on the website. Home Obedience, Agility and Scent Work.

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05/05/2024

Map I created to help others around the sink hole on 51.

04/19/2024

Scent Work Practice Day. Still have some openings in the afternoon.
This Saturday April 20, 2024
Location: De Soto, IL link to driving map is on website under student info. www.canineteamtraining.com
Private scent work training. This is for dogs already on AKC odor. This is not a beginner’s class. Dogs will work at their level Novice and up or handlers’ choice.

I charge $20 per training slot. A slot is about 30 minutes of training, with a 10-minute potty break in the middle if needed. Next dog starts on the hour. So, every hour a different dog.
We live next to a 15-acre lake so exposure to searching by a lake (with wild geese watching), Exterior Search a small wooded section and next to lake, small equipment/shed search. Vehicle (Van, lawn mower, tractor vehicles) search. At least one Container search and 1 Buried Search with both water and sand.

All searches are outside. We do have a human porta potty available and plenty of parking. Sitting area under large carport with picnic tables available, but will be in line of sight of a couple of searches. That's up to you.
Each team will do each search, in flow, traveling from one to the other, until done or decide they do not want to do them all. I have a bad knee and may have to drive a gator to each search area. Plan on some walking between searches. You are welcome to ride with if your dog is not afraid to do so. Searches will be circling around the outside of the house. No searches in the agility yard.
Time slots start at 10 am and last one at 6pm.
If interested send me a message or email with your name, phone number, dogs name, dogs’ level of experience. Also preferred time slot.
Of course, this is weather permitting.
The day will be cancelled, if we will have rain expected.

Carol Ely

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04/16/2024

AKC Board rule changes:
From the BOD Minutes!
Agility Updates
The Board VOTED to approve several recommended changes to the Agility Regulations that are
meant to expand opportunities for exhibitors, make an event run more efficiently, and update
technical equipment requirements for safety and to reflect current course designs.
These changes will become effective on July 1, 2024. (See Regulation Changes in Appendix A.)
1. Chapter 1, Section 21 – Allow For Exhibition Only (FEO) in all classes.
2. Chapter 4, Section 7 – Reduce wheeling of Open courses to one time.
3. Chapter 6, Section 4 & 5 – Increase the course yardage allowed for 8- & 12-inch heights (and
corresponding Preferred heights) for the Excellent and Master levels.
4. Chapter 6, Equipment Chart –
A. No longer require the Pause Table in the Excellent and Master Standard classes.
B. No longer require a “Bar” jump in any courses. This jump type has 2 bars on it.
C. Only allow one time use of the tire. Tires must have a straight approach to them and then on
departure.
D. Allow the use of a Wall Jump in Excellent and Master classes to add obstacle variety.
5. Chapter 7, Sections 4 & 5 – Increase the course yardage allowed in Jumpers With Weaves at the
Excellent and Master levels for all heights (and corresponding Preferred heights).
6. Chapter 7, Equipment Chart - Notes the same changes as shown in Item 4 – for the “Bar” Jump,
Tire and Wall Jump

03/26/2024

Another Scent Work Practice Day.
Just giving more notice of the date.
Saturday April 20, 2024

Private scent work training. This is for dogs already on AKC odor. This is not a beginner’s class. Dogs will work at their level Novice and up or handlers’ choice.

Location: De Soto, IL link to driving map is on website under student info.

Looking if anyone is interested in a SW Practice Day here in DeSoto, IL, I charge $20 per training slot. A slot is about 30 minutes of training, with a 10-minute potty break in the middle. Next dog starts on the hour. So, every hour a different dog.
We live next to a 15-acre lake so exposure to searching by a lake (with wild geese watching), a small wooded section, small equipment/shed search. Vehicle (Van, lawn mower, tractor vehicles) search. At least one Container search (as long as it is not too windy) and 1 Buried Search with both water and sand.
All searches are outside. We do have a human porta potty available and plenty of parking. Sitting area under large carport with picnic tables available, but will be in line of sight of a couple of searches. That's up to you.
Each team will do each search, in flow, traveling from one to the other, until done or decide they do not want to do them all. I have a bad knee and may have to drive a gator to each search area. Plan on some walking between searches. You are welcome to ride with if your dog is not afraid to do so. Searches will be circling around the outside of the house. No searches in the agility yard.
Time slots start at 9am and last one at 6pm.

If interested send me a message or email with your name, dogs name, dogs’ level of experience. your email and phone. Also preferred time slot. First come messages for time slot choices. Current students have priority. of choices.

Of course, this is weather permitting.
The day will be cancelled, if we will have rain expected.

In March we had 6 different searches available.

Carol Ely

03/20/2024

Just letting everyone know that our FAST Cat is now open for entries. The Premium did not get up on the AKC site yet so use the link below.
Crab Orchard Kennel Club, Inc.
Paducah, KY
Event Approved
#2024100803
Opens:
Mar 20, 2024 06:00pm
Closes:
May 08, 2024 06:00pm
Entries are only online.

Tally Ho Events -

03/20/2024

Private Scent Work Training Day availability.
Saturday March 23, 2024

Private scent work training. This is for dogs already on AKC odor. This is not a beginner’s class. Dogs will work at their level Novice and up or handlers’ choice.
Location: De Soto, IL I will send link to driving map after signup

I have next Saturday March 23rd 2024 available. Looking if anyone is interested in a SW Practice Day here in DeSoto, IL, I charge $20 per training slot. A slot is about 20 minutes of training, with a 10-minute potty break in the middle. Next dog starts on the hour. So, every hour a different dog.

We live next to a 15-acre lake so exposure to searching by a lake (with wild geese watching), a small wooded section, small equipment/shed search. Vehicle (Van, lawn mower, tractor vehicles) search. At least one Container search (as long as it is not too windy) and 1 Buried Search with both water and sand.

All searches are outside. We do have a human porta potty available and plenty of parking. Sitting area under large carport with picnic tables available, but will be in line of sight of a couple of searches. That's up to you.

Each team will do each search, in flow, traveling from one to the other, until done or decide they do not want to do them all. I have a bad knee and may have to drive a gator to each search area. Plan on some walking between searches and slightly hilly area for containers search. You are welcome to ride with if your dog is not afraid to do so. Searches will be circling around the outside of the house. No searches in the agility yard.

Time slots start at 9am and last one at 6pm.

If interested send me a message or email with your name, dogs name, dogs’ level of experience. your email and phone. Also preferred time slot. First come messages for time slot choices. Current students have priority. of choices.

Of course, this is weather permitting.
The day will be cancelled, if we will have rain expected.

Carol Ely

03/13/2024

Paducah KC Agility Opens
Wednesday, March 13
Fri May 17-19, 2024

Paducah Kennel Club, Inc.
Paducah, KY
Acceptance Method:
First Received - No Hand Deliveries

Opens:
Mar 13, 2024 08:00am
Closes:
May 01, 2024 06:00pm
Central Time

03/10/2024

Let's help out the Juniors going to Belgium!! Lauren Ecker will be representing the U.S. with her dog Scout. She is trying to raise the money to make the trip. Please help her out.

03/06/2024

03/03/2024

STILL MISSING 3/1/24!!!

(Division/W 167th St & S Cedar Rd) , , . 60441

- Female - Shetland Sheepdog Sheltie - Brown/White. Do Not Call or Chase. 11-30-2022. ****Microchipped and Spayed****

CONTACT: (815) 919-1638 or (815) 919-7923
Email: [email protected]

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Let's get MIYA home!

03/03/2024

03/03/2024

02/27/2024

Agility Beginner and Level 2/3 starts next Sunday March 3. Advanced starts Monday March 11th. Check the website for more information.

02/21/2024

🇺🇸 Team USA. Bound for Belgium 🇧🇪

Lauren and Scout were selected for the 2024 AKC Junior World Agility Team! They will travel to Belgium and compete against Junior handler teams from around the world.

Thank you to The American Kennel Club and the dedicated coaching staff: Susan Cochran, Deb Schulman, and Debby DuBay. What a wonderfully opportunity to make great memories and represent our country.

❤️ AKC Junior Open Agility World Championship Team USA 🇺🇸

02/20/2024

Agility Class Schedule for Spring 2024

Beginner 2:00 pm
and Level 2/3 3:30pm
Starts Sunday
1-March 3rd
2- March 10th
No class March 17th
3- March 24
No Class March 31st
No Class April 7
4- April 14th
5- April 21st
No Class April 28th Carol judging Scent Work in Kentucky
6- May 5th

Advanced 6:00 pm
Starts Monday
1- March 11th
2-No class March 18th, Makeup class Friday March 22nd
3- March 25
4- April 1st
5- April 8th
6- April 15th

02/16/2024

Dogs must tunnel through bales of hay to find live rats hidden in tubes.