Thank YOU Event Sponsors; all of our hardworking volunteers, and everybody and their dog for making this dog walk absolutely spectacular! Visit Citizen Canine's dog owners' forum to view some of the event photos!
And thanks to all who bought hot dogs and drinks at our table, we've been able to donate $641.69 to That'll Do Border Collie Rescue.
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Citizen Canine is a non-profit network of individuals and organizations working together to promote responsible dog ownership and support the dog-owning community in Greater Victoria. Our three areas of focus are advocacy, public education, and canine community building.
Dogs are an important part of many families in Greater Victoria, yet public policy does not always provide much support for people with dogs. In some communities, people and their dogs are unduly denied access to parks, public transportation, and even a place to live. Citizen Canine is working to draw attention to these issues, with the goal of improving public access, acceptance, and welfare of dogs and dog owners in this region.
Every person who joins Citizen Canine adds to our influence and effectiveness with local policy-makers. As a member you will be kept informed about issues affecting dog owners as well as upcoming dog-related events. Citizen Canine sends out informational e-mails to members from time to time, as well as a quarterly e-newsletter packed with interesting and timely articles.
You will find plenty of information and discussion about dogs in our forum - with topics ranging from lost dogs, to training, and even dog-friendly accommodation. Feel free to jump right in with questions or responses of your own!
Check out our listings for upcoming dog-related events. To submit a listing, send an e-mail to Joanna.
June 7th, 2008 -- Big Heart Rescue presents our 3rd Annual Spring Gala, Dinner Dance & Auction Where: Delta Ocean Pointe Resort & Spa Tickets $50 each or a table of 12 for $550 Price includes a huge buffet dinner, wine & door prizes. 100% of the proceeds raised will go directly to assist abused, neglected and abandoned dogs. Doors open @ 5:30 pm for auction preview & cocktails. Presentations will begin at 6:00 pm followed by dinner & dancing. There are only 300 tickets -- 125 have been pre-sold so get yours fast! To buy tickets call 250-217-3135 or email: bigheartgala@shaw.ca
June 7th/8th, 2008 --Monique Anstee: Advanced Aggression Where: Victoria BC Time: 9am to 5pm both days This seminar is designed for: - People who work or compete with dogs - Owners of Pushy or Problematic dogs - Owners with some experience that would like to take their knowledge to the next level You will learn: - How to spot and stop aggression in puppies - Maintenance and Management for your aggressive dog - The Temperamental-Special Needs of certain breeds - Exercises to build trust and respect - Body Language and how to read it - The Human Element: How we effect on our dogs behaviour Contact: Suzanne Wilson (250)381-8431 or swilson105@gmail.com
October 4 & 5, 2008--Jean Donaldson Seminar at UVic Join renowned dog behaviorist and author award-winning books on dogs for a two-day seminar presenting new material for dog owners and trainers. Topics include: · Demystification of Nature-Nurture questions (in English until you really get it) · Genetics and domestication - the fascinating ways these impact behavior · Evolution by Natural Selection - and its key to dog behavior · The Four "F"s of animal behavior and their specifics in dogs · Thinking like an evolutionary biologist about fear and aggression · What the heck is play? Refereeing play · What are dogs' strong cognitive domains, or brain-power modules · Oodles of fun, head-exploding information and practical pointers Location: Victoria, University of Victoria, Cadboro Commons Building Time: 9:30 - 4:30 each day Cost: $225 - 2 days until September 5 $275 - 2 days after September 5 $150 - 1 day Further Information: contact Marilyn Harris gmharris@pacificcoast.net Registration Form: click here.
Citizen Canine's Dog-Related Events Calendar limits listings to dog-related events like fundraisers, lectures, seminars, etc. Sorry, we do not have room to list all training classes for dog owners.
Citizen Canine does not endorse any particular dog obedience trainer or club; however, we strongly encourage participation in basic dog obedience classes, and do endorse the benefit of positive dog obedience training for both owner and dog.
Check out our listings for upcoming dog-related events. To submit a listing, send an e-mail to