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  Columbus Dog Park - Companion Club Dog Park   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-31)
Companion Club Dog Park located in Delaware, Ohio (near Columbus) is a private Off-Leash Dog Park in a unique country setting on 11 acres of beautifully maintained grounds with mature pine trees and a 2 acre "Golden Pond".
By definition, a dog park is a contained public or private (members-only) area where dog owners may allow their dogs to run off-leash.
Dogs are free to run, play, socialize, explore, and "just be dogs." There are over 1100 dog parks in the United States and Canada combined (Dogpark.com, 2002).
www.columbusdogpark.com   (814 words)

  
  ScienceDaily: Companion dog   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-31)
Many of the toy dog breeds are used only for the pleasure of their company, not as workers, but any dog can be a companion dog, and many working types such as retrievers are enjoyed in North America primarily for their friendly nature as a family pet.
Dog breed -- A dog breed is a group of dogs that have very similar or nearly identical characteristics of appearance or behavior or, usually, both, primarily because they come from a select set of ancestors who...
Herding dog -- A herding dog or pastoral breed is a dog that either has been trained in herding or that is a member of a breed developed for herding.
www.sciencedaily.com /encyclopedia/Companion_dog   (1478 words)

  
 dog puppy obedience training American Kennel Club - Obedience
Deepen the bond between you and your dog, and to increase the enjoyment, companionship and satisfaction of your relationship with your dog.
Dogs that pass the CGC test receive a certificate from the AKC and are recorded in the AKC's Canine Good Citizen Archive.
Companion Dog (CD) - The letters CD may be added after a dog's registered name when it has been certified by three different judges as receiving qualifying scores in Novice classes at three licensed or member obedience trials.
www.akc.org /events/obedience/getting_started.cfm   (2431 words)

  
  Residential Companion Application   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-31)
Dogs chosen for the residential companion dog program complete one year of training in a volunteer puppy home and are obedience trained and socialized in the same manner as a full service dog.
At the end of the first year a residential companion dog is then placed in the home of a volunteer trainer who works closely with CPL trainers to focus on skills needed specifically for the facility’s placement.
When the dog’s training is complete, one or two staff members from the facility, including the supervisory level contact person, need to attend a five day training session with their dog.
www.k94life.org /appliresidentialcompanion.htm   (582 words)

  
 Companion dog Information
Many of the toy dog breeds are used only for the pleasure of their company, not as workers, but any dog can be a companion dog, and many working types such as retrievers are enjoyed in North America primarily for their friendly nature as a family pet.
Dogs that have been chosen for traits that make a good pet are generally smaller breeds, and the tradition of keeping pretty dogs for no purpose other than to be court decorations stems back thousands of years to Chinese nobility.
In the late 19th century, some dogs were being bred for the combined purpose of being hearty and also being a good companion to children and families, rather than to refined ladies and men, as was the original task of the first companion dogs.
www.bookrags.com /wiki/Companion_dog   (553 words)

  
 Modern Natural Rearing: The Companion Kees
As with all dog foods, steer clear of foods preserved with anything other than Vitamins C and E. Cooking for your dog is suggested because it is the only way to ensure good food sources along with fresh ingredients full of vitamins, minerals and enzymes.
In addressing the Companion dog as a whole, I will assume that most are obtained from backyard breeders, pet shops or as rescued dogs.* It is important to note, that in these situations, the health of the dog cannot be as easily predicted as with a dog from a known background.
Companions from other backgrounds are not as fortunate to have their familial health history known.
www.fred.net /astarz/mnr/mnr_companion.html   (3296 words)

  
 7.3 Domestic Dogs: Te Urewera National Park Management Plan
Explanation: Guide dogs, companion dogs and dogs used for other special services (including conservation management activities) are able to be taken into the park without a permit under S. 56E of the National Parks Act 1980.
Permits authorising dog access to the park may be considered, provided dogs do not adversely impact on indigenous species in the park or pose a danger to other park users.
Additional conditions may also be imposed on permits to protect wildlife vulnerable to the impacts of dogs or the safety of members of the public who are likely to be in the park or in the vicinity of the park.
www.doc.govt.nz /templates/MultipageDocumentPage.aspx?id=41592   (1430 words)

  
 Companion Dog Online Coloring Pages - EnchantedLearning.com
Companion dogs are generally small dogs that have a sweet and gentle nature.
Some companion dogs were bred by rulers as royal pets.
It was originally bred in China as a royal companion dog.
www.enchantedlearning.com /painting/companiondogs.shtml   (251 words)

  
 Companion Dog Training - Dog Training - Dog Forums - I-Love-Dogs.com
A companion dog is one that is kept solely for companionship, as opposed to breeding and training a dog for the purpose of making him do a particular kind of work.
Companion dog training thus aims at training your pet to be an excellent companion.
Companion dog training focuses on increasing the courtesy, manners and obedience of a dog so that he is a pleasure to have.
www.i-love-dogs.com /forums/dog-training/12526-companion-dog-training.html   (286 words)

  
 Dog Owner's Guide: Obed titles: CD
The rules require that the dog walk, on a loose leash, with the area between the dog's head and shoulders in line with the handler's left hip.
The dog must sit and stay where left by the handler until it is called, then go directly to the handler and sit in front.
A zero is scored if the dog does not stay, does not come on the first call, or does not sit close enough for the handler to reach the its head.
www.canismajor.com /dog/cdtitle.html   (818 words)

  
 Companions Dog Training Canine Companion Dog Training K9 Companion Dog Training Canine   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-31)
At K-9 Companions Dog Training, we strive to be a full service company as we offer training for clients with disabilities, such as the hearing impaired or wheelchair bound.
Dogs can be taught many various behaviors, depending on the client's needs.
Client dogs may be used if they qualify.
www.k-9companions.com /sdt.html   (79 words)

  
 The Kennel Club   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-31)
For active dog owners who want to get immersed in the wider community, participate in dog shows, meet other dog owners, and of course their pets, an entire section is dedicated to giving you a comprehensive guide to dog activities and dog events within the UK and further afield.
Day Three of the world's biggest dog show looks set to be a potential record breaker, with tens of thousands of dog lovers pouring through the doors of the NEC to witness a feast of four-legged fun and competition.
KC Dog, the Kennel Club scheme in place to help all dog owners protect their rights and freedoms, was recently alerted by local KC Dog members to Swindon Council's proposal to call for all dogs to be kept on leads at all times.
www.the-kennel-club.org.uk /registration/companiondog.html   (539 words)

  
 News Item
It was noted that approximately 1000 Companion Dog Show licences are issued every year and the events are recognised as being very popular as the atmosphere is relaxed and friendly and exhibitors are able to enter on the day of the show.
As Companion Dog Shows were licensed, all dogs entering the Companion Dog Show would be eligible to be present at a licensed show at the discretion of the show management.
Companion Dog Shows may be held as separate events or in conjunction with licensed dog shows.
www.obedienceuk.com /news/news_item.asp?NewsID=80   (1179 words)

  
 Home Companion Dogs
The Akbash Dog is adaptable to life in the home as a pet or companion dog.
It is generally easier to introduce an Akbash Dog to these animals when it is still a puppy, but the breed also has a good record for adapting to other animals even when the dog is mature or semi-mature.
The Akbash Dog began participating in conformation show activities a few years after the breed first arrived in the United States -- in 1980 -- the very same year the breed was purchased by the United States Department of Agriculture for testing as a livestock guardian.
www.turkishdogs.com /akbash/companion.html   (906 words)

  
 Wolfsblut Companion K-9 - Dog training and boarding - McKinney,Dallas Texas.
Our training philosophy is to help people gain the skills they need to help their canines to be their best companions and polite pooches.
We want you and your dog to be happy and to have fun while training.
Let your dog burn off some energy and let his ears down during TGIF for Canines - doggie day care.
www.companionk9.com /index.html   (152 words)

  
 Companion Dog Club | The Kennel Club   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-31)
The Companion Dog Club is a great way to become part of the dog world and celebrate the company of dogs with others.
Established by the Kennel Club in 2001, the Club is open to both crossbreed and pedigree dogs and members find it is a great way to celebrate the fun and friendship they share with their doggy pals.
When you join the Companion Dog Club you will receive a membership pack with a range of goodies for you and your dog.
www.thekennelclub.org.uk /meet/companion_dog_club.html   (500 words)

  
 A Little Bit About The Maltese As A Companion Dog
The Maltese was a popular European dog in the 1800's and was known as Chien de Malte or Bichon Maltaise.
It was sometimes called the Shock Dog because of the dog's shock of white hair.
Some dogs have been neglected to the extent that they are completely covered in a felted mass that has to be shaved off with a fine clipper next to the skin.
www.i-love-dogs.com /dog-articles/A_Little_Bit_About_The_Maltese_As_A_Companion_Dog.html   (663 words)

  
 Companion Dog Trainers Ltd.
Experience has shown me that many of the challenges dog owners face in training have their roots in a relatively few, but all too common, practices.
A dog can hardly be expected to assess your intentions when you change them from time to time.
It is an acquired taste for some dogs, and so you might want to start with a couple of drops and increase gradually.
www.companiondogtrainers.ca /index.html   (433 words)

  
 Welcome to Dogwise.com - Dog Books
Dog parks can be a wonderful way to give your dog exercise as well as social and mental stimulation.
Dog owners who want active healthy dogs for years to come are learning that stretching, exercise, and conditioning are as important for their dogs as for people who want to be fit and injury free.
These are dogs’ attempt to defuse situations that otherwise might result in fights or aggression.
www.dogwise.com   (1117 words)

  
 Maltese Information, Malteses
The Maltese is a hardy little companion dog with a luxurious silky white coat hanging straight to the ground on each side of a center part line.
These dogs can be snappish with inconsiderate children and may be difficult to housebreak.
This ancient dog was described by the Greek philosopher Theophrastus as belonging to the "Melita" breed, an archaic name for Malta.
www.dogbreedinfo.com /maltese.htm   (677 words)

  
 Amazon.ca: Dog Logic: Companion Obedience, Rapport-Based Training: Books: Joel M. McMains   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-31)
Understanding your dog's natural behavior and responses to the world he lives in is the key to achieving the training results you want.
Joel is one of the few authors I've read who seems to really UNDERSTAND dogs and the dog/human relationship as it should be--not as politics or fads would have them be...a must read for the first timer, as well as those of us with years of dog experience.
Dog Logic is not a book for the wishy-washy or those of us who don't have time to invest in a regular training routine...it's for people who are serious about having a well mannered dog and want to train in such a way as to INCREASE the trust and love between you and your pet.
www.amazon.ca /Dog-Logic-Companion-Obedience-Rapport-Based/dp/0876055102   (1430 words)

  
 Rocky Mountain News: Local
A three-week search for the companion dog of an Oregon man battling depression has ended with a happy reunion in Wyoming, more than 700 miles from where the dog went missing in Nebraska.
Litle and a deputy retrieved the dog about a week later and took her to a shelter.
Authorities connected the dog to Green after some of his personal belongings from the car were found in the area.
www.rockymountainnews.com /drmn/local/article/0,1299,DRMN_15_5161295,00.html   (457 words)

  
 Chihuahua, Chihuahuas, Taco Bell Dog
The dog is more robust than he looks, with a level back, and legs coming down straight and square.
Be sure to socialize your Chihuahua as a pup to avoid excessive aggressiveness with other dogs as well as reserve with strangers.
But again, she was raised with them since she was a puppy, and was frequently taken to a house that has seven other dogs living there (five Pekingese, one terrier mix and one American Pit Bull Terrier) and two cats.
www.dogbreedinfo.com /chihuahua.htm   (867 words)

  
 Dog Wood Park/Jax: obedience
We offer two basic obedience, or basic good manners classes: Companion Dog I and Companion Dog II as well as a puppy kindergarten class.
Companion Dog I and II : Puppies must be at least 12 weeks of age and have had at least their second set of puppy shots.
Your dog should be wearing a flat buckle collar, and you should have with you a regular leash (not a flexi leash).
www.jaxdogs.com /obedience.htm   (712 words)

  
 Adopt a dog in Little Rock Arkansas
There are many more companion dogs in urgent need of help due to Hurricane Katrina.
DogsOnly is a non-profit all volunteer organization that specializes in the rescue and adoption of dogs and puppies in Little Rock and central Arkansas.We also help to adopt out dogs for owners who are unable to keep them, and provide adoption assistance for rescuers of stray dogs.
Most of the recued dogs from Katrina are being sent to Texas and you may also request that your donation specifically go there.
www.dogsonly.org   (1391 words)

  
 Need companion dog for old dog
My mother lives at a place where there is lots of room to run and she has a kelpie of similar age herself.
Every day her dogs gets walked over 10 kilometres to a water fall.
I'd like to get a small dog (never had one and I think they are cute) but any new dog will learn bad barking habits off the older dog.
www.petoftheday.com /talk/showthread.php?p=771145&mode=threaded   (291 words)

  
 Companion Dog Training Center
Companion Dog Training offers a full line of services for your dog: boarding kennels, grooming services, and an upscale "doggy day-care." We offer training for all aspects of the show ring and competition, but also provide puppy classes and beginner obedience instruction for those who simply want to love and enjoy their pet.
At Companion Dog Kennels the safety and comfort of your pet is top priority.
Our facility is completely fenced to ensure the safety and security of your dog.
www.home.earthlink.net /~companiondogtraining/index.html   (226 words)

  
 Companion Dog Placement Policies   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-31)
Ours is a small, custom training facility, and we only occasionally place foundation trained dogs for competition/sport or family companion dogs with carefully selected handlers and households on a "best match" basis.
Companion dog placements will only be made with purchasers whose lifestyle and employment ensure that the dog will have consistent and committed companionship of the handler and family and will be maintained inside the home.
Companion dog placements will only be made with owners who intend to continue training and actively participate in recreational and/or competitive activities with their dog on a regular basis.
www.nwk9.com /companiondog.htm   (320 words)

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