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Every month I produce a newsletter
for several hundred subscribers. We continually update throughout the month so
remember to check back. The newsletter contains articles and quotes that are not
necessarily my views - but I like to think that us Borzoi owners are open minded
enough to listen to everyone. If you have any
bits and pieces for features please email them to me at coronadoborzoi@aol.com September Newsletter 2004 I have read so much on some of the American Borzoi emails lists recently of dog aggression at dog shows and also some of the rather strange advice on offer on how to handle it, that I am devoting part of this months newsletter to some of the pioneers in the field. Having spent the last couple of weeks working on my recall work
with our borzoi, I've had a great time reading and viewing Turid Rugaas
video. "Turid Rugaas is an internationally renowned trainer and writer who has devoted her life to dogs, their behavior and their well-being. The Norwegian dog trainer has worked with dogs for many years and studied the body language of dogs for more than a decade. After a project where Turid and a colleague observed dogs carefully, recording their behaviour on video and in photographs, she became well-known around the world for her work on the calming signals. And Turid Rugaas is now one of the world's leading experts on dog behavior. In the critically acclaimed book On Talking Terms with Dogs: Calming Signals,
she shares with us her insights on the fascinating world of communication
between dogs, as well as dogs and their owners."
"Sadly, normal behavior is
quickly labeled "problem" behavior, and the dog is now a "problem
dog." Depending on the skill and awareness of the trainer or instructor,
the dog may be merely puzzled or irritated by well meaning attempts to
desensitize or re-condition the behavior or actually punished quite severely
using any number of horrific and senseless techniques". This is the link to her entire articles
page too. You'll find an interesting article on problems with headcollars on
dogs too.
In the UK, Angela Stockdale is also working on dog aggression. Her site the Dog Partnership has lots of helpful advice for anyone having to live with an "aggressive" dog. Having seen her in action in the UK last month working with over 20 clients "aggressive" dogs off leash, it was truly awe inspiring. The look of relief on her clients faces as they unclipped the leash from their dogs was a real sight to behold. All the dogs had been assessed prior to the session that I saw, and it all took place in a large 2 acre grass field everyone working their dogs first in harness and long lines around the field. You'll find plenty of advice on offer if you have a need to consult with Angela.
This questionnaire has been doing the rounds here in the UK and though it's a tad long, its for a very worthwhile cause.
Looking for that perfect oufit for dog shows - look no further than here. All the clothes are made for comfort and durabilty.
Best In Show - I hope you remembered this is on every Monday on Animal Planet, Satellite TV - it's been great to watch all the professional handlers and the owner handlers competing in North America and Canada.
Hair
of The Dog - Docs Blend!
Movies with Borzoi Pickle
Hills Notchee Boy in "Legends of the Fall More Movies below
If you know of anymore do let me know!
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