Sunday, 25 January 2015

A few photos from our most recent classes

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We teach em young at StixnBones
"This is called a chaaaaair"

Nearly there

Doing the "Spiral"
"Spiral" complete
Richard practising "Distance control" with Wellesey (15weeks)


"Mass Down"


"Kimi" and "Minnie"
All dogs working in close proximity


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Treatment of Poisoning

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The signs of poisoning vary depending on what poison has been swallowed. However, the common signs are:

Vomiting/retching

Violent twitching

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Should your dog appear to have any of the above, straight to the vets without delay and ALSO, very importantly bring any of the poison with you to the vets so it can be examined and then the correct form of treatment can be administered.

Do not induce vomiting if you suspect that that barbiturates, kerosene or any corrosive has been swallowed, or if the dog is convulsing. I would add that recent poison laid down around the Ruislip area would be considered as corrosive (anti-freeze). If you suspect any illness to your dog, play safe and straight to the vets.
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Monday, 19 January 2015

***ATTENTION NEEDED***(Update)

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Ruislip Woods has had someone apparently putting down meat laced with anti-freeze. Please take every precaution with your dogs particularly just off the main paths. See anything or anyone suspicious......report it!

Our phantom meat marinader has been active again, this time by Links Way Northwood. As you enter the path from Links Way and turn right to go up the sandy path towards Ducks Hill contaminated meat has been found nestling the edge of the paths.

This is in my walk zone so I shall certainly be very active in observing all those around me and paying attention to my dogs.

Please read my article about dealing with Poisoning
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Friday, 9 January 2015

"Walking Out" morning and a winter Ramble

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Saturday 24th January please join me for a walking out morning with our dogs around Ruislip Lido culminating in a cup of tea at "Mino's" cafe and a few easy exercises afterwards. Meet at 9:30am at the top Lido car park
As per normal please wear appropriate clothing for inclement weather and remember: You don't get bad weather, only bad clothes

The following weekend Saturday 31st January there is also a winter ramble...............This will take place in Sarratt where we will meet at the Cock Inn which is at Church Lane, Sarratt, Rickmansworth Hertfordshire WD3 6HH
Please meet at 10:30am in the pub car park
The ramble is a nice leisurely one around the Chess valley but, it has two fairly steep hills and might be tough going in wet weather
At the conclusion of the walk a pint of Spitfire with bangers and mash is the order of the day!

I would like to invite any non-members of Stixnbones to come along to either event as it is very enjoyable and we have a great crowd (and dogs)

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Tuesday, 23 December 2014

Merry Xmas and a Happy New Year to all Stix n Bones Members

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I would like to thank everyone for the fantastic support shown since Stix n Bones started last January, I really mean it when I say I couldn't have done it without you.
When I began last January with 9 people I would not have expected to see 6 of those 9 still with me.
Thank you to all those who have joined and contributed throughout the year and I look forward to welcoming everybody again for 2015
Take care, have a great Christmas and a happy new year
The Queen has heard about me, and by royal appointment...............
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BAFTAs awards results:

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1st Place 2014 Stix n Bones Top Dog: John Russell and "Mylo"


2nd Place: Maria and "Diego"

Joint 3rd Place: June and "Poppy" and Gita with "Kimi"

Most Improved Dog: That mischievous French Bulldog "Jimmy" (and Lesley)
Well done and thankyou everybody for all your efforts, these dogs are a credit to you!

 


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Tuesday, 9 December 2014

New Year Course starting Friday 9th January 2015

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Kick off the new year with an excellent sit, down, stay and recall............add a few fun and games and what have you got...............yes, its the first course of the year!

Normal times for classes 1:30pm-2:30pm, 6pm-7pm and may have to expand to  an extra time of 7:15-8:15pm to accommodate new dogs so please inform Tony of your continued enthusiasm to maintain your place on the course

There will be a small price increase of £1 per lesson and the new prices are as follows:

First basic course will continue to be £60

Continuation courses will now be £54 (six weeks)

All other events such as Walking out mornings and rambles will continue to be free.
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