Suncoast Fundogs Agility Club

OUR NEW GROUNDS AT ELIMBAH SPORTS & RECREATION GROUNDS
To get to the new grounds make your way onto Beerburrum Road, Caboolture as if you were
heading to our old grounds at Morgan Oval then: Continue north approx 6km on Beerburrum
Road

Once you have crossed over Six Mile Creek, take the first turn RIGHT onto Coronation Drive
Continue 140m to the T-intersection, turn RIGHT onto Rose Creek Road (The Memorial Hall
is on the corner)

See the location link for a map.

Hi Everyone,

May is here, Jane has asked for a report from me, and all I can think of is the Cross Country, the April comp. at PADS and if we will be able to hold our next competition at our promised land, Elimbah. I am pretty sure we will be installed into our new grounds by the end of next month. Pretty sure. I had an impromptu meeting with the local councillor, Adrian Raedel last week and he was able to tell me almost nothing and give me absolutely no better assurances than we already have. So we just wait. On a slightly more progressive note, the fellow who is in charge of shifting the containers sent me an email.

Luckily the Cross Country venue is a sure thing. (Unless it rains buckets between now and August. ) All the information including entry forms, fees and game rules will be out very shortly. Just make sure you put the dates 14th 15th August into your diaries. Also, we are having a cross country meeting at my place on the 5th June and you are welcome to attend.
Just contact me to find out the time. 54961411.

Pre Agility1 - April
Elisabeth Arndt & Eva
Peta Roach & Lillie
Megan Oliver & Shay
Helen Bland & Samson
Zoe Gamble & Casper
Michala O’Brien & Nala
Pre Agility2 - April
Shane McDougall & Inuka
Pre Agility1 - May
Lesley Chappell & Jaffa
Lyn Witts & PJ

ADAA competitions for titles
June
12.06-13.06.10 (date change)
(Sat & Sun) -PADS -Eatons Hill
26.06-27.06.10 (Sat & Sun)
ADCQ - Tivoli
July
03.07-04.07.10 (Sat & Sun)
TOADS -Townsville
04.07.10 (Sun) BAD - Carina
10.07.10 (Sat) ADCQ (Beginners)
- Tivoli
12.07.10 Early Entry Close
ADAA Grand Prix - Tamworth
Mon
18.07.10 (Sun) WAAG
Gold Coast
24.07.10 (Sat) Suncoast - T.B.A
August
07.08-08.08.10 (Sat & Sun)
ADCQ Tivoli -
13.08.10 Late Entry Close
ADAA Grand Prix - Tamworth
Fri
14.08-15.08.10 (Sat & Sun)
TOADS Townsville -
14.08-15.08.10 (Sat & Sun)
Suncoast Fundogs Cross
Country - Woodford

At the start of every class, and multiple times during class and at each subsequent class, I advise handlers on what to do if and when a dog gets loose and out of control. I tell them, if I yell 'Loose dog!' those handlers with healthy backs and small dogs will pick up their dogs and turn their backs towards the loose dog. Those handlers with weak backs or larger dogs are to place their dog's head between their legs, so that the dog's butt is to the loose dog, and his head is sticking out behind the handler. These handlers are then instructed to feed their dog continuously until the loose dog is caught.

I continuously remind students of this and practice fake drills every once in a while. I explain quite clearly to each class the risks and dangers agility training can produce, and the  importance of being proactive and prepared.

I remind students relentlessly that there are two types of dogs: predators and prey. This set-up keeps the other class dogs safe, and also ensures that the loose dog doesn't get rewarded for his behaviour by playing or fighting with any other dogs."

If change is needed when paying for:
1.Training, or:
2. Purchasing equipment or:
3. Enrolling on the designated nights for Pre Agility & Beginners Courses they will need to be at the club between
6.30 - 6.45 pm or 7.30 - 7.45 pm.
These are the only times that someone is available to give change if required.

Your club has an extensive range of books and
magazines for you to borrow. The subject material
ranges from serious agility training manuals to fun
trick training for the family pet. Please get the most
from this facility.

Something to remember… some of these books,
magazines tapes & DVDs have come from the
private collections of our members, past & present
and need to be respected as such.

Write your name down as you borrow and please
also donate a gold coin to help extend and update
this wonderful service.

Suncoast Fundogs also

• Cheaper Training Fees
• The pleasure of helping others
• A greater understanding of our sport
• Subsidized workshops
• The opportunity to train with a small group on Thursday evenings