Saturday in Echo Bay: A dog day all day

NEWS RELEASE

HIGHRAIL AUSTRALIAN SHEPHERDS

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ECHO BAY, ON. - Brenda Aelick, Highrail Australian Shepherds, invites the public to her first Canine Fun Day on Saturday, October 22 starting at 9 am in Echo Bay.

A line up of activities will be offered:

CKC Canine Good Neighbour test

Objective: - To identify and reward responsible, caring owners and their canine partners throughout Canada.

- To ensure that one of our most favoured companions, the dog, is accepted as a valued member of our communities right across the country. Canine Good Neighbours can be counted on to present good manners at home, in public places and in the presence of other dogs.

What

The test is non-competitive and allows dog and handler to demonstrate confidence and control in 12 steps.

It assesses the handler and dog's relationship, together with the handler's ability to control the dog.

Dogs are evaluated on their ability to perform basic exercises as well as their ability to demonstrate good manners in everyday situations.

Why

The training program embraces both purebred and mixed-breed dogs and is fun, rewarding, and useful.

It encourages owners to have a better and richer relationship with their dogs.

The program also enhances community awareness of responsible dog ownership and the numerous benefits associated with dog ownership.

The Canadian Kennel Club encourages all dog owners to participate in the program, ensuring that our beloved canines are welcome and respected members of our communities.

Cost per dog is $25.

Open to all, purebred and mixed breed dogs.

Herding fun competition

Cost is $30 per dog and includes a complimentary photo of your dog’s efforts.

- Agility fun match: $5 per run

- RallyO fun match: $5 per run

- Disc/Frisbee fun match: $5 per run

- Misc games that include disc toss, egg race, bobbing for wieners: $1 per game

- Costume contest – free

Prizes for top dogs in all activities.

Registration begins at 9:00 am and spectators are welcome.

For more information, call Brenda at 705-248-3274 or by email, [email protected].

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