NEWS
CTBS, LLC OFFERING FALL CLASSES AT THE NEWTOWN TEEN CENTER
Canine Training and Behavior Services, LLC is proud to partner with the Newtown Parks and Recreation Department by offering training classes on Thursday nights at the Newtown Teen Center. Class offerings include the AKC Puppy STAR program, Household Obedience, Canine Good Citizen and Rally "O" classes.
The next session of classes begins on 10/22/09. For more information, please contact Roseann Reggiano at Newtown Parks and Rec--- 203-270-4340.
CTBS, LLC QUALIFIES EIGHT FOR THEIR TDI / CGC CERTIFICATION
CANINE TRAINING AND BEHAVIOR SERVICES, LLC is proud to announce that eight students passed the certification for the TDI/CGC title on 9/12/09. Fifteen canine/handler teams attempted the qualification evaluation for the all important Therapy Dog International Certification. John & Sonja Pratt's German Shepherd Dog, "Tyra", Scott and Lynn Kovack's Rottweiler, "Hans", Sarah Katryula and Newfoundland, "Oreo", Darlene Sente and Golden Retriever, "Passion", Dee Ventrano and German Sheperd "Napoleon", Ellen Geany and Soft-Coated Wheaton Terrier, "Riley", Elizabeth Rabinowitz with Goldendoodle, "Wesley" and Becky Dvorin with Labrador Retriever, "Ella". We congratulate all the qualifiers and acknowledge their sense of volunteerism in giving back to the communities in which they live. They now join our previous qualifiers, Nine Seturins and Beagle,"Brady", Christina Byron and Labrador Retriever, "Hilti" and Mary Simpson and Australian Sheperd, "Travis" who are actively working in healthcare facilities as well a variety of school systems. You are the true hero's of the human/canine experience!
CTBS, LLC CANINES EXCELS AT TFKC RALLY EVENT!!!!!
CANINE TRAINING AND BEHAVIOR SERVICES, LLC WAS REPRESENTED BY OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCES FINISHING FIRST, SECOND AND FOURTH AT THE RECENT TRAP FALL KENNEL CLUB EVENT. THE DAY WAS HIGHLIGHTED BY CHRISTINA BYRON AND HER LABRADOR RETRIEVER, "HILTI", WHO COMPLETED THEIR ADVANCED RALLY TITLE BY FINISHING FIRST IN THEIR CLASS!! FINISHING A CLOSE SECOND, WAS ROB MONTESSI AND HIS GOLDEN RETRIEVER, "BEAMER", WHO GARNERED THEIR FIRST LEG TOWARDS THE ADVANCED RALLY TITLE. IN ADDITION, ROB & COLLEEN SCHEIBEL'S BORDER COLLIE, "SHASTA", FINISHED FOURTH IN THEIR VERY FIRST RALLY EVENT. CTBS, LLC SALUTES THE FINE ACCOMPLISHMENTS OF THESE DEDICATED HANDLERS AND THE SUPERIOR PERFORMANCES OF THEIR CANINE ATHLETES!!
SENATOR KENNEDY, AN ARDENT DOG LOVER
CTBS, LLC mourns the passing of Senator Ted Kennedy and extends it's sincerest condolences to the Kennedy family. Senator Kennedy was an ardent dog lover who owned three PWD's, "Splash", "Sunny" and "Cappy". All of us at CTBS who knew him and shared our canine anectodes will miss him dearly.
CTBS, LLC PARTICIPANT, RO REGGIANO
CTBS, LLC participant, Ro Reggiano has just completed her Canine Good Citizen (CGC) certification with her Basenji, "Kiro". "Kiro" had been a dog that was re-homed on several occasions and finally landed at Ro's home when she finally said "ENOUGH!". In the beginning, "Kiro" was not the easiest dog to live with but with Ro's loving care and vast knowledge of dogs, she persisted and committed herself to making it work. "Kiro" is the first Basenji to complete his CGC certification for Canine Training and Behavior Services, LLC. Congratulations on a job well done!
CTBS, LLC INSTRUCTOR, PATTI FERNANDES WITH RUFUS!
CTBS, LLC instructor, Patti Fernandes attended a fabulous summer canine party hosted by Mrs. Dottie Cherry of Lousiville, Kentucky and the 2006 Best in Show Westminster winner, "Rufus". "Rufus" took time out from his busy schedule to have a photo op with Patti and is thoroughly enjoying his retirement as a goodwill ambassador for the Bull Terrier breed.
BOTH DOGS HAVE ACHIEVED THE AKC PUPPY STAR and CANINE GOOD CITIZEN CERTIFICATIONS!
When John and Sonja Pratt went searching for the perfect family companion, they visited one of the world renowned German Shepherd Dog kennels in Connecticut looking for one dog. By the time they were ready to leave, they had two quality puppies and wondered what they would do next. Never worrying about buyer's remorse, they immediately enrolled both puppies in Canine Training and Behavior Services, LLC training program and have trained their two dogs to a high degree of perfection. Both dogs have achieved the AKC Puppy STAR and Canine Good Citizen certifications. They plan to compete with both dogs in AKC Rally and Obedience Performance events this coming fall as well as certifying their dogs with Therapy Dog International. This diverse and unique couple have found a hobby they both enjoy and allows them to spend time together in an otherwise busy life. CTBS applauds the Pratt's on their dedication and commitment to canine training and creating the best canine possible companions they can have.
CANINE TRAINING AND BEHAVIOR SERVICES, LLC MOST ACCOMPLISHED AND TITLED DOG. "HANS"
Lynn and Scott Kovack's Rottweiler, Onques' Charmer Hans, CGC, RN, RA, RE, HIT, TT including 12 points towards his American Kennel Club's Championship title is perhaps CTBS, LLC's most accomplished and titled dog. "Hans" accomplishments are truly a joint effort between Scott and Lynn who have worked tirelessly to create one of the true Ambassador's for the Rottweiler breed. CTBS is incredibly proud of these two individuals who set a standard that few achieve through their persistence, dedication and knowledge of this noble breed!.
CANINE TRAINING AND BEHAVIOR SERVICES, LLC PARTICIPATED IN......
Canine Training and Behavior Services, LLC participated in The New Canaan Chamber of Commerce's "Dog Daze of Summer's" August 20th, 2009 celebration of the family canine companion. New Canaan Chamber of Commerce Board member, Diane Roth, owner of the elegant,upscale women's apparel store, L'ARMOIRE, invited the CTBS, LLC training school to participate in demonstrations of Rally, Agility and offered public auditions for future canine movie stars even providing red carpet treatment complete with doggie hor'douvers for all who joined in the festivities. Participants from CTBS, LLC included, John and Sonja Pratt, Mary Simpson, Ro Reggiano, Christina Byron, Becky Dvorin, Steve Berko, Stacey McLaughlin, Jill Quinn, Tom Cote, Deborah and Tom Woodard, Pat Nicholas, and Maria Jodice
CANINE TRAINING AND BEHAVIOR SERVICES SALUTES ITS RECORD BREAKING 2009 TITLES HOLDERS!!
In what is proving to be a record breaking year, CTBS students have attained 52 American Kennel Club titles including the Canine Good Citizen, Puppy STAR, Therapy Dog International, Rally Obedience, Herding and Temperament titles. This amazing group of individuals has been participating with the CTBS program for many years, some with their second and third dogs!
We are so proud of the following individuals their tremendous accomplishments!
Nina Seturins and her Beagle, "Brady" received the Canine Good Citizen, Rally Novice, and Therapy Dog International certifications.
Steve Berko and his Rottweiler, "Dascha" received their Canine Good Citizen and Therapy Dog International certification.
Mary Simpson and her Australian Shepherd, "Travis" have attained recognition on many levels of training and conformation showing. We are so proud to have her on the CTBS staff! "Travis" has received his Canine Good Citizen, Therapy Dog International, Rally Novice, Advanced and Excellent titles as well as competing in conformation exhibitions. They are truly the "all-around" team!
Scott and Lynn Kovacks with their Rottweiler, "Hans" has truly surpassed all expectations and continue to be a true ambassador for the breed. "Hans" can do it all! He has attained his Canine Good Citizen, Rally Novice, Rally Advanced, Herding Instinct and Temperament Title. In addition to all his titles, he has 11 points towards his American Kennel Club Championship!
Christina Byron and her Lab, "Hilti" are a true CTBS success story! When they arrived at their first puppy training class, no one could ever have imagined the path they would take to advanced training. Christina dedicated herself to ensuring that "Hilti" would be a good canine citizen and she has certainly attained her goals. They have achieved the Canine Good Citizen, Therapy Dog International, Rally Novice and two legs towards the Rally Advanced title.
Dee Vetrano and her German Shepherd Dog, "Max"have achieved the Canine Good Citizen and Rally Novice title in less than one year's time!
Reverand Pat Nicholas and her Standard Poodle, "Lucy" have garnered the Canine Good Citizen and Rally Novice title. In addition, they are adding a new member to their canine family who will have some big paws to fill as he follows his sister into the world of dog training!
Penny Odell and her German Shepherd Dog, "Daphne" was awarded the Canine Good Citizen title after her diligent training and has welcome a new puppy into her home.
Rob Montessi and his Golden Retriever, "Beamer", received the Canine Good Citizen awarda nd have two legs on their Rally Novice title. We can always count on this team for comic relief and are delighted to have them in class!
Becky Dvorin and her lovely Lab, "Ella" were awarded the Canine Good Citizen award and have added a German Shepherd Dog, "Satchmo" who recently received the Puppy STAR award.
Sydney Eddison and her lovely Jack Russell, "Phoebe" were awarded the Canine Good Citizen award and look forward to competing in the Rally classes sometime this fall.
Roseanne Reggiano has been an incredible trainer and has added two Canine Good Citizen titles to her Lab, "Clio" and Basenji, "Kiro" during the last six months. We are pleased to have her and most impressed with her training skills!
Essie Kelly and her Cocker Spaniel, "Spencer" were awarded the Canine Good Citizen award and look forward to competing in the Rally Obedience competition this fall.
CANINE TRAINING AND BEHAVIOR SERVICES, LLC HONOR ROLL
AKC PUPPY STAR
Andrea Reinhardt and Goldendoodle, "Henry"
Tami Eckert and Australian Sheperd, "Fiona"
Holly Richardson and French Bulldog, "Sebastian"
Gordon/Susan Johnson and All American, "Poppy"
Mark Swansiger and All American, "Andy"
Ray Betti and American Eskimo, "Jackson"
Debbie Thronton and American Eskimo, "Juno"
Daren Brown and All American, "Van"
Karen and Chris Fallon and All American, "Jake"
Andrew Deem and All American, "Buddy"
Kim Troy and Golden Retriever, "Lilly"
Joanne Logiuarato and All American, "Mac"
Linda Britt and Goldendoodle, "Harley"
Joel Feldheim and Maltese, "Bo"
Cathy Nikac and Goldendoodle, "Charlie"
Becky Obrinsky and Am Staff, "Ziggy"
Rita Harrison and Maltese, "Hoover"
Ellen Parisot and Poodle, "Kofi"
Pam Carlson and Nova Scotia Duck Toller, "Holly"
Aimee Mackimm and Siberian Husky, "Jagger"
Libby Sauter and Juan Martin, Lab, "Musket"
Day Shields, Aussie, Schmeechies
Nancy Hasse and Lab, "Murphy"
Dan and Mary Claire Oram, Portuguese Water Dog, "Shadow"
Carol Barbour and Pomeranian, "Lulu"
CANINE GOOD CITIZEN
Linda Britt and Goldendoodle, "Harley"
Becky Obrinsky and Am Staff, "Ziggy"
Pam Peterson and All American, "Poppy"
Alice Tung and Coton de Tulie, "Nietsche"
Jennifer Basch and Lab, "Bobbie"
Catalina Salas and All American, "Brody"
Jill Koelszar and Border Terrier, "Padme"
Carol Ryan and Golden Retriever, "Kona"
Elizabeth Rabinowitz, Goldendoodle, "Wesley"
Nina Seturins and Beagle, "Brody"
Steve and Lisa Berko, Rottweiller, "Dascha"
Mary Simpson and Aussie, "Travis"
Lynn and Scott Kovacks, Rottweiller, "Hans"
Christina Byron and Lab, "Hilti"
Dee Vetrano and German Sheperd Dog, "Max"
Pat Nicholas and Standard Poodle, "Lucy"
Penny Odell and German Sheperd Dog, "Daphne"
Rob Schiebel and Border Collie, Shasta
Rob Montessi and Golden Retriever, "Beamer"
Becky Dvorin and Lab, "Ella"
RALLY NOVICE TITLE HOLDERS
Nina Seturins and Beagle, "Brady"
Mary Simpson and Aussie, "Travis"
Scott and Lynn Kovacks and Rottweiler, "Hans"
Christina Byron and Lab, "Hilti"
Dee Vetrano and German Sheperd "Max"
Pat Nicholas and Standard Poodle, "Lucy"
RALLY ADVANCED TITLE HOLDERS
Mary Simpson and Aussie, "Travis"
Scott and Lynn Kovacks, Rottweiller, "Hans"
RALLY EXCELLENT TITLE HOLDER
Mary Simpson and Aussie, "Travis"
CANINE TRAINING AND BEHAVIOR SERVICES, LLC ANNOUNCES JUNE 2009 Schedule
Canine Training and Behavior Services, LLC will be conducting classes beginning on
Monday, June 8, 2009 at the Fairfield County Agricultural Extension Center located at 67 Stony Hill Road in Bethel, CT. Class offering include, Basic Household Dog Obedience, AKC Puppy STAR, Canine Good Citizen, Therapy Dog Training, Rally Obedience Level's 1&2, Conformation Show Handling and Beginning Agility classes.
On Tuesday, June 10, 2009, CTBS, LLC will be offering classes at the South Wilton Veterinary Hospital at 51 Danbury Road located in Wilton, CT. Classes include Basic Obedience, AKC Puppy STAR and Advanced Level classes.
On Wednesday, June 3, 2009, CTBS, LLC will be offering both morning and evening classes at the Wlton Family "Y', located at 404 Danbury in Wilton, CT. Class offerings include AKC Puppy STAR, Canine Good Citizen training and Agility classes.
On Thursday June 11, 2009, CTBS, LLC will be offering classes through the Newtown Parks and Recreation Department which include AKC Puppy STAR, Basic Household Obedience and Canine Good Citizen Training.
AGILITY CLASSES AND NINA SETURINS ARE BACK!!
CTBS, LLC is pleased to announce that instructor Nina Seturins and Agility are back on the class schedule. Beginning Agility will be taught at the Fairfield County Agricultural Extension Center on Monday nights at 6PM beginning on June 8, 2009. The Intermediate and Advanced sessions will once again be held at the Grooming Finalist, located in Monroe, CT on Wednesday evenings at 7PM and 8PM. Nina has been the Agility instructor at CTBS, LLC for 10 years and has been an active competitor for many years. We are proud to have her on staff. For additional information, please call 203.762-8920.
CTBS CONGRATULATES THE REVERAND PAT NICHOLAS AND "LUCY" ON THEIR NEW AKC RALLY TITLE!!!!
The Reverend Pat Nicholas and Standard Poodle, "Lucy", recently completed their AKC
Rally Title at the Trap Falls Kennel Club. Pat and "Lucy" are a diversified team who have
several accomplishments to their credit. "Lucy" is also a Canine Good Citizen and will be
completing her Therapy Dog International requirements in June. This dynamic team has plans to further compete in future Rally and Obedience events and have already done double duty by visitng the elderly in Nursing homes-a job that Pat tells us "Lucy" loves! Pat is an advocate for giving back to the community and "Lucy" joins her in this passion.
ESSIE KELLY AND "SPENCER" RECEIVE THE CANINE GOOD CITIZEN AWARD!
CTBS, LLC is very proud to award the Canine Good Citizen Award to Mrs. Essie Kelly and her Cocker Spainel, "Spencer". "Spencer" was adopted by Essie and John Kelly after the tragic loss of their beloved Cocker, "Molly". Spencer was a dog who truly needed a new home. His was a story of neglect, compunded by serious health issues. Essie and John did not blink an eye and took this young dog into their home without giving it a second thought. Under Essie's watchful eye and careful guidance, she patiently trained and nurtured "Spencer" into the wonderful dog he has blossomed into. Essie has plans to compete in Rally Obedience with him and looks forward to certifying him as a Therapy International Dog (TDI). We wish Essie and "Spencer" all the best.
DEE VETRANO AND GERMAN SHEPARD, "MAX" QUALIFY IN THEIR FIRST SHOW!!!!
Mrs. Dee Vetrano a Danbury resident, along with her German Shepard Dog, "MAX", qualified in their very first AKC Rally Obedience Competition. Dee has been training her 3 German Shepards, "Max", "Napoleon" and "Faith" for over 2 years. She finally decided to "take the plunge" and entered her first show last month and the result was outstanding! This wonderful dog and owner team have been "bitten by the bug" and will be competing all summer long on the New England Show circuit. We wish them both the very best of luck!
MARY SIMPSON AND "TRAVIS" DO IT AGAIN!!!!!!
CTBS, LLC is proud to announce that Mary Simpson and her Australian Shepard, "Travis", were recently awarded the AKC Rally Advanced Obedience title!! Mary and "Travis" are a well versed team who have spent the winter months diligently training for their Advanced and Excellent titles. In addition to this, Mary and "Travis" were awarded the Therapy International Dog certification (TDI) as well as Best of Breed wins at the upstate New York shows. Mary is a very dedicated dog trainer and is looking forward to her second litter of Australian Shepard puppies! We wish Mary all the best and hope she won't be losing too much sleep!!
Christina Byron and Hilti scored big at the recent Rally events in Springfield, MA.
On April 18th and 19th, Christina and Hilti placed 2nd both days in the Novice Rallyclasses. This was the pairs first foray into a competitve canine and they did them-selves proud! Hilti is a 2 year-old Chocolate Lab who has been attending the CTBS class since she was an 8 week old puppy. During this time, she has earned the Canine Good Citizen award, the Therapy Dog International certification and is well on her way to a Rally title! Congratulations to Hilti and Christina!
Rob Montessi and his Golden Retriever, Beamer garnered qualifying scores at the Springfield shows comepeting int heir very first event! Beamer is a high energy competitor with a zest for life that will carry him to future Rally and Obedience events. In addition to this recent accomplishment, Beamer is also a Canine Good Citizen award winner.
Canine Training and Behavior Services, LLC congratulates both these outstanding dogs and handlers for their dedication and commitment to the training of these two wonderful companions!
Canine Training and Behavior Services, LLC is proud to announce their very first
graduate of the AKC Puppy S.T.A.R. program from the South Wilton Veterinary
Group!!!!
Mrs. Cathy Nikac and her Goldendoodle, Charlie, received Canine and Training Behavior Services, LLC very first AKC Puppy S.T.A.R. award. Mrs. Nikac demonstrated outstanding commitment to Responsible Dog ownership by attending all classes (even in blizard conditions!) and followed the guidleines set forth by the AKC Puppy S.T.A.R program. On hand to celebrate this outstanding achivement were husband, Peter and their two daughters. CTBS,LLC., congratulates the Nikac family on their commitment to Charlie
and responsible dog ownership!!!!
CTBS, LLC owner, Dr. Margaret A. Reed makes guest appearance on CH 12!!
Peggy Reed appeared on Channel 12's Pet Talk program with host Lauren Collier to introduce Canine Training and Behavior Services LLC, newest service for the family pet, the Personalized Pet Travel Escort. This service includes an agent who will travel with the family companion. The agent will either fly or drive the pet to it's travel destination. For those owners who are concerned about the safety and welfare of travel for the pet, this services ensures that the pet will have a dedicated advocate to attend to every detail of their pets travel plans. Dr. Reed is a frequent guest of "Pet Talk" which airs on Fairfield County's Channel 12.
Canine Training and Behavior Services in Newtown Bee 4/02/09 issue!
LOCAL DOGS RECEIVE CERTIFICATION FOR THERAPY
Canine Training and Behavior Services, LLC recently announced the certification of six dogs and handlers who qualified for the Therapy Dog International Certification. Among them were four individuals with Newtown ties.
On March 8, Newtown residents Mary Simpson, Christine Byron and Steve Berko, along with Bethel's Nina Seturins of Mt. Pleasant Hospital For Animals, traveled to New York for the rigorous TDI test.
They became eligible to visit nursing homes, hospitals, schools and health care facilities. Therapy Dogs International, Inc is a volunteer group organized for qualified handlers and their therapy dogs to visit places such as hospitals, nursing homes and schools where therapy dogs are needed. The primary objective of the TDI dog and handler is to provide comfort and companionship by sharing the dogs with people.
This is done in a way that increases emotional well-being, promotes healing and improves the quality of life for the people being visited and the staff that cares for patients.
Local dog owners are having their canine friends certified for therapy work. Pictured are, from left: Mary Simpson and Australian Shepard, Travis, Nina Seturins and Beagle, Brady, Christina Byron and Chocolate Lab, Hilti and Steve Berko and Rottweiler, Dascha.
Canine Training and Behavior Services, LLC offers therapy dog training in addition to all levels of obedience and agility through the Newtown Parks and Recreation Department and at the Fairfield County Agricultural Center.
For information call 203.762-8920 or 203-394-8533.
Canine Training and Behavior Services, LLC students left an indelible mark at the
The group photo includes the following individuals: Standard Poodle, Lucy with owner, Reverand Pat Nichols / Australian Shepard, Travis, with owner Mary Simpson / Rottweiler, Hans, with owner Lynn Kovack / Beagle, Brady with Nina Seturins.
Canine Training Behavior Services, LLC has been training Newtown resident’s dogs for
We are excited to announce a new service that will help break up your dogs long days and enhance the walking experience with your dog. CTBS, LLC is now offering TRAINING WALKS. This service provides you access to a professional trainer who will come to your home at a day and time arranged by you and the trainer to take your dog out for 30 or 60 minute training walks. On those walks, the trainer will address loose lead walking that will eliminate pulling and the formal "Heel" command for those "in-town" walks or when the walk becomes an exercise walk for you. In addition, Sit-stays as well as Down-stays will be practiced as well as those sometimes uncomfortable dog on dog "meet and greets". We will also cover meeting people in public areas, addressing proper behavior that will make your dog a welcome part of any community. An individual program will be designed by the family with feedback from the trainer. The cost of the service is $45.00 for a 30 minute session and $85.00 for the 60 minute training walk. According to the Association of Pet Dog Trainers, (APDT), the average dog needs three 30 minute walks a day to maintain a well-balanced lifestyle and eliminate stress as well as unwanted behavior. What a great way to start the New Year off for you and your beloved canine companion! For additional information, please call Canine Training Behavior Services, LLC at (203)762-8920 or (203)394-8533.