Spring Seminars: Yoga and Massage for Dogs

Okay so your dog will not be doing Yoga on their own.
Fun photo found on Pinterest. 

April 13, 2013

Yoga and Massage for Dogs: Carol Redlawsk will introduce the relaxing practice of pet massage. It is known to help pets with circulatory mobility, overall wellness and even behavioral issues. Puppies learn that all parts of their bodies are ok for touching. Older pets  benefit from the warm touch and increased muscle flexibility.

Doga is exercise with your dog. We will stretch our bodies and learn yoga postures that pets can do too. You do not have to be a YOGA MASTER TO BE A GREAT DOGA MASTER.

Bring your pet and a soft mat or blanket to sit on. All pets should be on a leash and under control.

Our seminars are held from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Station 2 Fire Hall, Route 18N, Conneaut Lake. Seminar cost is $12.00 and includes coffee and doughnuts. Pre-registration is requested. You may call Sue Anderson at (814)382-2478 or send her an email at petcem23@windstream.net

Spring Seminars: Chiropractic Treatment and Physical Therapy for your Dog

  On March 23^rd, the seminar will include Chiropractic Treatment for Dogs and Physical Therapy for your Canine Companion.  Both topics are alternative treatments for the traditional treatment most often used with our canine companions.  Edie Steider from Greener Pastures will conduct the first half of the seminar and will explain how rehabilitation, including laser therapy, can help both the arthritic dog and your athletic dog.  Dr. James Bertram from Saegertown will demonstrate the use of chiropractic methods to help relieve pain and discomfort for your dog. 

Our seminars are held from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Station 2 Fire Hall, Route 18N, East Side, Conneaut Lake.  Seminar cost is $12.00 and includes coffee and doughnuts. Pre-registration is requested. You may call Sue Anderson at (814)382-2478 to register or to get additional information on the seminar.

The previously scheduled presentation on doggie yoga and doggie massage will be rescheduled at a later date.  Check our web site atwww.conneautlakebarkpark.com for updates on all seminars.

Therapy Dog and CGC Testing Feb. 23

Therapy Dog and CGC Testing

Become involved in the therapy dog program with your canine companion and experience one of the most rewarding volunteer programs in Crawford County. Testing for therapy Dogs Incorporated/Paws Hand Delivered will be held on Saturday, February 23rd beginning at 1:00 pm at Station 2, Route 18, East Side Conneaut Lake. Pre-registration is required. To sign up, contact: Katara Peters at (814) 763-5968, Robin Peterson, at (814) 425-7185, or Sue Anderson, at (814) 382-2478. For additional information on the testing process, check out the Therapy Dogs Incorporated web site at, www.therapydogs.com. AKC Canine Good Citizen Testing will also be held on the same day. Pre-registration is also required for this evaluation.

Bark Park Seminar: Dogs 101

The mission of the Bark Park is to promote responsible pet ownership while providing an opportunity for dog   owners to be better informed on issues surrounding the health and welfare of their dog. Each winter, the Bark Park provides Saturday seminars covering a variety of topics of interest to the pet owner. The first seminar is scheduled for February 23rd, and is entitled “Dogs 101.” The presenters will be Katara Peters along with Robin Peterson, and Cricket Dignall.

This is an opportunity to find out specific answers to many of the questions you have regarding the behavior of your dog. Topics covered will include: crate training; clicker training; shaping your dog’s behavior; socializing your dog; dealing with fear and aggression; and how to deal with a variety of other problems the pet owner will often encounter.

     Seminars are three hours in length, 9:00 to 12:00, and are held at Station 2 Fire Hall on Route 18, East Side of Conneaut Lake. The cost of each seminar is $12.00, and includes donuts and coffee. Pre-registration is required by calling Sue Anderson at (814)382-2478 or emailing her at:: petcem23@windstream.net.


    Additional seminars include: First Aid for Dogs, All Natural Food, treats and possible treatments, and  chiropractic/
massage and doggie yoga. Additional seminars are scheduled for March and April, and will be listed on the Bark Park
web site at: www.conneautlakebarkpark.com.

Make it a Canine Christmas! DIY Dog Ornaments

It's a Doggy Christmas

We are hosting a Christmas Tree at the Historic Market House in Meadville, PA this year. The theme is "Winter Tales" .. so how about some Dog TAILS!  Sue has put the word out for donations of small stuffed dog ornaments to make this a tree "Gone to the Dogs".

I started poking around for an easy pattern to make my own stuffed dog and found lots of ideas!  I figured that other dog lovers might appreicate these, too.

If you are feeling crafty, why not make a dog or two!  If you are in our area and want to have your pup included on our tree, we need them by November 24th.  For more information email Sue at petcem23@windstream.net .  Find out more about this event and so much more going on at the Conneaut Lake Bark Park at http://www.conneautlakebarkpark.com

Here are the cute felt dogs I found:

This one is for a key ring, but it's perfect for an ornament!
Felt dog key ring pattern 

The author of this site also shows how she made a custom made pattern for her "mutt" from a photo.
Classic Hound pattern

The crafter at Rag Doll Rising created the pattern for "Sparky".  I think he is adorable!
Sparky Pattern

North East of Eden has the pattern for Get Along Little Doggies.  I love the "homemade" look of this!

I would use this pattern with white felt and color in a pattern for a beagle or spaniel!  Stuffed Dog pattern

I found this pattern on Bichonfinder.com!  Let it Snow Dog pattern

This pattern is for a felt dog magnet, but I think it would be very simple to eliminate the magnet and insert a piece of ribbon to hang it on your tree!  Felt Dog Magnet








This pattern's title is Pet Labrador, no picture but there is a link on the site: http://www.puchicollective.com/sewing-patterns/83/

And ... I found some additional dog and puppy craft ideas on Squidoo:
http://www.squidoo.com/dog-and-puppy-crafts?utm_source=google&utm_medium=imgres&utm_campaign=framebuster

Tamarack Agility Trials 2012

Public Welcome!

The Tamarack Dog  Agility Trials will be at the bark park facility from July 27-29, Friday until Sunday afternoon.  

•  Friday 9:00-12:30
•  Saturday 9:00 – 4:30
•  Sunday 9:00 – 1:30

Entrance and parking are FREE!  Leashed, well behaved dogs welcome.  There are bleachers, but it might be a good idea to bring a chair.

Bark Park Members

The trials will be set up on the old softball field area, behind the trailer.  A food concession area will probably be set up near the port-o-john.  During the weekend, please follow the guidelines listed below.

1. The small dog area/puppy area will be for use by the agility trial people the entire weekend and will be totally closed to bark park individuals.
2.  Therefore, the large dog area and the training area will be for use ONLY by bark park members.
3.  Since some of the members use the area exclusively for their dogs, please try to be considerate of other members and do not stay in the area for over 20-30 total minutes during a visit.
4.   If you are walking on the property, I suggest you keep your dog on a leash when you are near any of the campers, motor homes, etc. 
5.  On Saturday afternoon, from 2-4:00 Mary Knierman is having a birthday party in the training area for Pumpkin.
6.  Other than that, most of the agility people will be gone by late Sunday afternoon.
7.   If you come to watch the trials, remember, dogs MUST be on a leash.
8.   Refreshments will be available for spectators and people competing.

Any questions, post a comment. Sue should be on the property the entire weekend, so if you have a concern, look for her on the grounds at the trials or call her at 814-671-2809.

Dock Diving Summer Fun Event

On Saturday, June 23^rd, Conneaut Lake Bark Park Dock Diving Club will hold a “Summer Fun Dock Diving Event”.  The event is open to anyone that wants to participate and have an opportunity to see how their “high flying dog” could compare in a registered dock diving event and a chance to better understand the procedures associated with competitive dock diving.   

Registration will open at 9:00 with the first splash (class) to start at 10:00. Open dock will be from 9:00 until 10:00.  We will have 3 sets of splashes and also the extreme vertical.  The splashes will be $5.00 each and you can enter in one or all three.  Finals will follow shortly after the last splash.  If you qualify for finals they will be free. The schedule is as follows.

9:00 – 10:00    Registration
10:00              Splash #1
                      Splash #2
                      Extreme Vertical
                      Splash #3
                      Finals

We will run the first splash and take a 15 min break then the 2nd splash and a 15 min break  and so on.  Ribbons will be awarded to the winners. Any questions on procedures, cost, etc.,  please feel free to call Sherry at           814-336-9442.

Find out more about Dock Diving at Conneaut Lake Bark Park: http://www.conneautlakebarkpark.com/dock-diving