https://www.juliedonovan.co.nz/news daily 0.75 2018-01-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a4f3216bce1764d18051215/1515525871464-HCGRW2OVAZBUNJ2YRD38/19420360_1360650174004261_6750593751883452951_n.jpg News - More than just a best friend... a life saver Andrew and Kai. Andrew is a type 1 diabetic and he came to me late last year to see if I would help him train Kai his rehomed Golden Retriever to indicate on him when his blood sugar levels went low. After a few months of training, I am pleased to say that yesterday Kai, for the first time has indicated on Andrew unassisted at 2am in the morning and woke him up. The power of a dogs nose and the bond that can be created between dog and owner is something that never ceases to amaze me. **Update. Kai has caught Andrew's next low just 1 week later from his first indication and this time it was during the day and they were off hiking together, so even with all the other various animal scent distractions around Kai has still made his indication. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a4f3216bce1764d18051215/1515525871464-HCGRW2OVAZBUNJ2YRD38/19420360_1360650174004261_6750593751883452951_n.jpg News - More than just a best friend... a life saver Andrew and Kai. Andrew is a type 1 diabetic and he came to me late last year to see if I would help him train Kai his rehomed Golden Retriever to indicate on him when his blood sugar levels went low. After a few months of training, I am pleased to say that yesterday Kai, for the first time has indicated on Andrew unassisted at 2am in the morning and woke him up. The power of a dogs nose and the bond that can be created between dog and owner is something that never ceases to amaze me. **Update. Kai has caught Andrew's next low just 1 week later from his first indication and this time it was during the day and they were off hiking together, so even with all the other various animal scent distractions around Kai has still made his indication. https://www.juliedonovan.co.nz/new-gallery-1 daily 0.75 2018-01-15 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a4f3216bce1764d18051215/1516052695600-X76AVF23FRR7M9VNVEUP/26173605_1538030619599548_202300894564451758_o.jpg My Team - Palladium’s Blue Trail Blazer - 'Blue' Red and White Border Collie 2017 The latest addition to my pack is little Blue. He is another purebred pedigree dog who came all the way from Rotorua. At 11 months old, Blue has been the easiest pup I have ever dealt with. He’s a bit of an old soul. I am sure he has been here before! He has tonnes of drive and enthusiasm and is a real pleasure to have around. Blue is currently training for competition obedience as well as taking over some of Max’s duties when he retires. I am looking forward to a fun and bright future with this beautiful boy! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a4f3216bce1764d18051215/1516052653559-XU1L59P7K11E1AZFNVVD/2015-04-12-16.08.01.jpg My Team - Southridge Dream Chaser - 'Chase' CDX Tri Border Collie 2013 Chase is the first purebred pedigree I have owned. Not only is Chase a bit of a pretty boy he is also a real thinker, show him once, twice and he’s got it! Training with him has been an awesome experience. Chase has been competing in obedience competition since he was 17 months of age. He absolutely thrives in the competition arena, though it is not unusual for him to bark up a storm before he enters the ring. My proudest competition moment with Chase was at the NDOA (National Dog Obedience Assembly) up in Fielding in 2017. We won our test comp against 45 other competitors from all around New Zealand. Chase achieved his CDX (Companion Dog Excellent) status in 2016, where he was also awarded the highest qualifier during the test. Chase also assists me with one-on-one sessions and is also my demo dog for my Intermediate Obedience classes as well. This boy has the potential to hit some serious milestones. Watch this space! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a4f3216bce1764d18051215/1516052534913-PRFMOVEAB42IOE6S9JV9/IMG_2727.jpg My Team - Max - CDX RN My Mutt Special 2007 I rescued Max at 5 months old - he was a failed pig dog that was headed for the offal pit! He is my steady gentle giant, who loves the sound of his own voice, but yet adored by all that meet him. Max has over the years turned his paws to many thing’s, he has been on Kid Zone, featured in a dog food commercial and also started competing in competition obedience at 3 years of age. One of my most proud competition achievements with Max was achieving his CDX (Companion Dog Excellent) title as well as his Rally O Novice (RN), in 2014. Max at the age of 10 years is still my number one dog for many one-on-one sessions as well as being my faithful demonstration dog in my Beginners obedience classes as well. Max has helped countless dogs and their owners over the years, and it is fair to say, (now that he is reaching retirement), he is proving to be a hard dog to replace! This ol’ boy is so unbelievably loyal and one of a kind! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a4f3216bce1764d18051215/1516052579661-63NOXWA72JC61U71CGCT/IMG_2835.jpg My Team - Jake           Border Collie x Labrador x Mastiff 1998 – 2014 Jake was an extra special dog for me. He was where my professional dog training and behavioural career started. The first time I saw this tiny black and white puppy in Black’s Pet Store in Christchurch, I just knew I had to have him! Jake was proof that it’s never too late to teach an old dog new tricks. Jake was 7 years old when I started training him. Up until then he pulled on his lead, would lunge and snap at other dogs nearby and would lie on the boundary fence when I wasn’t at home. Within 6 months of teaching him what I had learnt he become so steady that he become my one-on-one dog - who helped with other reactive dogs during sessions, not to mention my obedience class demo dog as well! Jake’s work ethic was amazing. Even at 16 years of age and with his eyesight and hearing failing, he would wait at my car wanting to come to classes. I learnt a lot from Jake over his lifetime, I was lucky enough to have the privilege of experiencing that special bond between dog and owner for the first time. I owe the start of my career to this gorgeous boy! https://www.juliedonovan.co.nz/services-1 daily 0.75 2018-01-22 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a4f3216bce1764d18051215/1516053310583-LX46UX6XHGT31PCFKI47/13235518_1000455296690419_4276518500122346398_o.jpg Services - Group Dog Obedience Classes Group dog training classes are held in 4 week courses in both Rangiora and Christchurch in a group environment within a hall. They are perfect for socializing your dog around other dogs and also for your dog to get used to distractions Beginners Dog Obedience Classes - Rangiora These classes are held on a Tuesday / Thursday night from 7pm until 8pm. The location is the Rangiora Show Grounds, Ashley Street (across the road from the old Rangiora Hospital entrance) in the Pavilion. In this class we focus on the 4 basics of "Sit", "Stay", "Coming back when called" and "Walking on lead". At the end of class there is also a socialisation (play) period for the pups/dogs. The cost is $80.00 for the 4 week course and places are limited. Next Beginners Class is due to start on Tuesday.............................................................. Next Beginners Class is due to start on Thursday.............................................................   https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a4f3216bce1764d18051215/1516053310583-LX46UX6XHGT31PCFKI47/13235518_1000455296690419_4276518500122346398_o.jpg Services - Group Dog Obedience Classes Group dog training classes are held in 4 week courses in both Rangiora and Christchurch in a group environment within a hall. They are perfect for socializing your dog around other dogs and also for your dog to get used to distractions Beginners Dog Obedience Classes - Rangiora These classes are held on a Tuesday / Thursday night from 7pm until 8pm. The location is the Rangiora Show Grounds, Ashley Street (across the road from the old Rangiora Hospital entrance) in the Pavilion. In this class we focus on the 4 basics of "Sit", "Stay", "Coming back when called" and "Walking on lead". At the end of class there is also a socialisation (play) period for the pups/dogs. The cost is $80.00 for the 4 week course and places are limited. Next Beginners Class is due to start on Tuesday.............................................................. Next Beginners Class is due to start on Thursday.............................................................   https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a4f3216bce1764d18051215/1516053382989-PXF61ETD33C446L3LOVI/17097447_1256591254410154_4334220936877780195_o.jpg Services - ***NEW Fun Agility Classes These classes are run in 4 week courses and are held at The Rangiora Show Grounds in the Oval Arena. They are a great way to to teach your dog new exercises in a fun and relaxed environment. Please see "Classes" for more information. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a4f3216bce1764d18051215/1516053451267-PLAYZTJ4UWNKWAKLN4RZ/12647168_932003420202274_4421747322447206275_n.jpg Services - In Home One on One Session: I will come to your home and go through techniques on how to solve specific dog /puppy behavioural problems and talk about the underlying reasons why these occur. Or I will come to your home and demonstrate with your dog how to achieve the four basic dog obedience exercises of “Sit”, “Stay”, “Coming back when called” and “Walking on lead properly” These sessions are for 90 minutes and are great for some of the following reasons: Reactivity towards dogs, people or other animals, Barking, Pulling on lead, Jumping up, Digging, Toilet training, Coming back when called, How to get your dog prepared for baby arriving Reactivity between family dogs, Stock proofing, Basic training, Obsessive behaviours, Insecurity, etc, etc. I have one on one sessions available during the day, evenings and weekends. Please contact me for prices as cost is dependent on where you are based. Payment for one on one sessions can be made via cash, eftpos or internet banking. My account details for Internet banking are as follows: ANZ 01-0877-0230005-00 Please reference your name and your dog’s name. I will come to your home and go through techniques on how to solve specific dog behavioural problems and talk about the underlying reasons why these occur. Please contact me for One-on-one dog behaviour training prices. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a4f3216bce1764d18051215/1516053746701-PDRV724X536GA5S2R77G/18922543_1339397349462877_2183964007767029792_o.jpg Services - Specialising in Rehabilitation of Aggressive Dogs In most instances aggression can be successfully corrected in the dog’s home, once the owners know how to deal with the problem. There are some instances where it is more beneficial for the dog to be taken out of its environment. In this instance the dog is given regular contact with balanced dogs and goes through an intensive rehabilitation program. The rehabilitated dog can then be transferred into its home environment, once the owners have become committed Pack Leaders. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a4f3216bce1764d18051215/1516053515901-A3MIT1L6EJYP4LATW1IN/10368854_941415752594374_8250487506735775086_o.jpg Services - Dog Database for Commercial and Movie Work From time to time we are approached by the Advertising or Movie industry to produce particular breeds of dogs for commercial or movie work. We currently have a dog database which we are continually adding too. Some of our most recent ads include Mainland Butter with Snowy the Border Collie (Aired in NZ), Samsung supporting Guide Dog Training (Aired in Japan), Suzuki (Aired in NZ), Purina One Beyond Dog Food (Aired all round the world) and "Kidzone" Series 6 (Aired in NZ) featuring my own dog "Max". 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