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A Day of Fun and Learning for You and Your Dog
Fleamasters Fleamarket and the Gulf Coast Humane Society team up to present “Doggie Day”
Sunday, April 19, 2009
Feel like you’re stuck in OZ when it comes to your dog?
Follow the yellow brick road through a day of dog seminars, and get your Toto back on track. Certified Dog Trainer Kelly Legarreta of Healing Paws-Abilities will guide you in day of fun and learning with your dog. Admission is only $10 for all or part of the day, and all proceeds will benefit the Gulf Coast Humane Society. The event will be held at Fleamasters, 4135 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Ft. Myers.
Tunnels, Tires and Jumps, Oh My! 10:00 - 11:30
Intro to Agility Seminar
Did you ever want to try a dog sport? Like to have fun playing with your dog? Or maybe you’d just like a little more exercise! Check out this fun introduction to the fast paced world of dog agility! Learn how to maneuver tunnels, tire jumps and hurdles in this positive training seminar.
Bring yummy treats, regular leashes and collars or harnesses (no retractable leashes) and be prepared to have a blast!
If I Only Had Good Manners! 12:00 - 1:00
Intro to Canine Good Citizenship
Does your dog have what it takes to be a good citizen? Is he polite? Will she listen to you in distracting situations? Do you want to learn how to properly socialize your dog?
Check out this seminar on the American Kennel Club's Canine Good Citizen Program (AKC CGC), and learn how to have some fun training your dog! Getting your dog to focus on you can be very rewarding, and is the beginning of all great human/dog team relationships.
Bring yummy treats, regular leashes (no retractable leashes) and collars or harnesses. Families are welcome.
Ask The Wizard! 1:30 - 3:00
Questions about your dog’s behavior? Ask Certified Dog Trainer Kelly Legarreta!
Bring your questions about raising your pups and adult dogs, and get some insight as to "why your dog does that!" Using positive training methods and techniques, Kelly will be happy to give you advice on how to improve your relationship with your four-legged family members!
What: Doggie Day presented by The Gulf Coast Humane Society and Fleamasters Fleamarket
When: Sunday, April 19, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Fleamasters Fleamarket, 4135 Dr. M.L. King Jr. Blvd., Ft. Myers.
Cost: $10, proceeds benefit the Gulf Coast Humane Society
Contact: Gulf Coast Humane Society 239-332-0364
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