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This newsletter was primed to go out on Monday-- and voila, the earth shook!!
Here's what you'll find:
1. Schools News
2, Dog Event
3. Rehoming
4. Classes
5. Training Tip
6. NZ Dog News
7. Doggie Videos
8. Dog links
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1. School News
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 Both Blair and Natalie went to Wellington for the Association of Pet Dog Trainer's Conference. (APDT NZ)
Early June had the Naked Dog team enjoying a fabulous weekend of ‘talking dog’ when we attended the Association of Pet Dog Trainers New Zealand 2011 Annual Conference in Wellington. We were there promoting to NZ dog community, the dogonsafe program.
Odd escaping to Wellington to avoid earthquakes, but it still remained eventful, our room at the Brentwood was great until the toilet failed at midnight (phew) and then at 1:30am seventeen fire and emergency appliances rushed to one of the weekend’s arsons. At least the food and the presentations were excellent and the networking invaluable.
Memorable presentations by Dr Gabrielle Carter, a Vet and Behaviour specialist on understanding aggression complimented Teresa Crich’s informed talk on the role of trust in training and playgroups and their importance in dog socialisation and enrichment. We also joined up via skype with one of the world’s most prolific canine behaviour authors, Jean Donaldson and got the skinny on Dogs that Bully other Dogs.Picture of us at our Tradeshow booth --> go to bottom left hand corner
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 Sunday May 15, it was the International Dog Bite Prevention Week, and Blair and Natalie have done their bite to celebrate the "500 000 dogs that never bite anyone today"! We must keep our dog bites in perspective, and the best way of keeping our "mokapuna" safe is to teach the kids and their parents what to look for in a stressed dog. Check out the dog videos in this newsletter. Excellent examples of what we teach!
Although we didn't have a mob of kids come to the event, we did put out a Press Release Teach a Child, Save a Dog and this generated a lot of interest!
Campbell Live did an interview Protecting your children against vicious dog attacks- Video included Donelle Whiu does a great job showing viewers how to approach a dog. Good on her for telling our story!
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2. Dog Event
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When? Sunday July 24th from 11am-3pm.
Where? A&P Showgrounds, RDA Equestrian Building
For Who? Everyone, and it's free
The School of the Naked Dog will be there again this year!! Check out last years photos
Come visit us at the booth, and enter our competition... and again, we'll be presenting a rally/game to keep our kids entertained (and the dogs too!)
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3. Rehoming
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 Do you know anyone looking for a dog???
Charlie the King Charles Spaniel needs a new home. He has been given up by a family who are heartbroken that their young son reacted (allergies) to the pup. More info on Charlie on the webpage.
Jen is a female 8 years old, German Shepherd Cross, De Sexed, microchipped, vacinations for k/cough, worming who's owners are looking for a new home. Check our rehoming page.
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4. Classes
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 If you have registered with us for a class, and would like to change location, please let us know. Early payment secures your place. Refer to your email for payment details, or email us if you have any problems.
** EARTHQUAKE** all classes resume next week. Interruptions that just can't be measured!
Next Kinderpuppy classes
Tuesday July 5th at the Foundation of the Blind
Thursday July 7th at the Wainoni Boys Scouts. Check website for times.
Life Skills Class for dogs older than 5 months continues this week at both locations. Register online
Please remember that our Life Skills Classes are for those dogs that don't have reactive issues to other dogs, and are calm enough to pay attention. If your dog is having trouble in class, you will be frustrated, and your dog will too. Why not get us to your house and do a private consult and get you started teaching your dog in a less distractive environment!
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5. Training Tips
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Dog says: "Invent mentally stimulating activities for me."
Bored dogs will find things to amuse themselves, such as digging holes, barking or getting into the rubbish.The more you keep you dog's mind and body occupied, the happier he will be. Teach your dog tricks or basic manners to keep his mind and learning capacity sharp. And if you don't have any ideas there is plenty of excellent and dogdurable challenges, check over our Online Store- IQ Dog Toys
The picture that you see is a Tug-A-Jug. One of these was awarded to a Wellington APDTNZ attendee - she guessed closest to it containing 200 dog treats, motivates play and lasts for hours - Check this link and watch a video on how this works!
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6. NZ Dog News
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7. Doggie Videos
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 Guide to Dog's Body Language-- This is an excellent online video about calming signals. 5 minutes into understanding more than you realised you didn't know!!
Part 1 of a lecture excerpt on Dog Body Language by Jean Donaldson. Jean was on video conferening at our APDT Conference!
Husky Dog Talking - " I love you "-- cute video for all those dog lovers!
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8. Dog links
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Doggone Safe- Dog Bite Prevention Resources for your child, or your school!
Designer Dog Breeds list- fascinating on what you can name a dog's breed! ~ thanks Evan for the link.
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