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The club's January/February 2021 Newsletter is now available
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Volunteer Instructors and Assistants Wanted

First training workshop will be held on Saturday 17th April, 2021 9.30 a.m. to 3.0 p.m. at the clubhouse.

Volunteers are the lifeblood of the Tasmanian Dog Training Club.   We rely on the generosity of our very valuable volunteers to help provide puppy, obedience training, agility, rally and scentwork classes to our growing number of members.

We are looking for people interested in becoming dog training instructors or assistant instructors in 2021.

No previous experience necessary but we do need you to have completed one of our courses with your dog and have a strong interest in dog training and behaviour; along with good communication and interpersonal skills.

We will be running ‘1 day introduction to training’ workshops throughout the year to help you gain a good understanding of what it takes to become an instructor.   And of course, you will receive on the job training, mentoring and our support going forward.

Volunteering is a very rewarding experience. You will meet lots of new friends, both human and four legged, and have lots of fun, while making a real difference to the lives of owners and their canine companions.

If you are interested in becoming an instructor or assistant instructor at TDTC, please send through an expression of interest to Lyn Deitch email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

We’d love to hear from you!

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INTRODUCTORY TRACKING COURSE - REGISTRATIONS NOW OPEN

The club is running its annual 5 week introductory tracking course starting 21st March 2021  - Group 1 at 9.30 a.m., Group 2 at 11.00 a.m. -  at the club's training ground at Churchill Park Sports Complex, Invermay.   

Number strictly limited to 8 dogs per group.  

Note:  the 9.30 a.m. group is already fully booked.  There are 4 vacancies for the 11.00 a.m. group.  Please email ASAP if you would like to participate.  

Cost is $45 per dog for current financial members of the club, $75 per dog for non-members.  We will be asking for pre-payment to confirm your place.

To register for the course please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.    

There will be a tracking demonstration and information session at the club on Sunday 14th March 2021 at 11.00 a.m.

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SUNDAY TRAINING MARCH, APRIL, MAY 2021

Note:  Closed Easter Sunday 4th April 2021

To avoid disappointment - please don't leave your booking till the last minute.  Places fill very quickly and numbers are strictly limited

Puppy Pre-school Course - for puppies aged 12 to 16 weeks - must have had at least 2 vaccinations
commencing            4 weeks - Sunday 7th March 2021 at 11.00 a.m.
                                  3 weeks - Sunday 11th April 2021 at 11.00 a.m.
                                  4 weeks - Sunday 2nd May 2021 at 11.00 a.m.

Basic Obedience Course - 7 weeks - for dogs aged 4 months onwards - must have had full course of vaccinations
commencing            Sunday 7th March 2021 at 9.30 a.m.
                                  Sunday 11th April 2021  at 9.30 a.m.
                                  Sunday 2nd May 2021 at 9.30 a.m.

Numbers are limited so you must register for these courses by emailing the contact given at the top of this page.   Pre-payment will be requested to confirm your place.  Note: your place is not guaranteed until payment has been received by the club.

Please arrive 30 minutes early the first week and either have someone to hold your dog, or if possible, leave the dog in the car until you complete registration.
Remember to bring some small, soft, food rewards for your dog, and bring your dog's current vaccination certificate.

We will not be accepting any 'drop in' dogs/handlers for puppy pre-school or basic obedience courses. 

There will not be any tweenies training until approx. June 2021.

FURTHER TRAINING

Note:  No bookings required for these classes, but you must be a current financial member of the club.
           Please wear your club name badge and pay the instructor on the day.

NOTE:  Training cost increase to $5 per session
from February 2021 the cost for each session of grades/masters/agility/scentwork/rally will be $5. 

GRADES - 1 Intermediate, 2 Advanced and MASTER Classes

Ongoing each Sunday  10.45 a.m. to 11.30 a.m.


AGILITY TRAINING - with Kendal

28th March      9.45 a.m. to 10.30 a.m. Contact skills


RALLY TRAINING - with Wayne - Note: $5 per session

28th March      Novice        9.30 a.m. to 10.00 a.m. Refresh - cone work - serpentines, weaves, spirals
                         Advanced  10.10 a.m. to 10.40 a.m. Practicing new stations
                         Excellent   10.50 a.m. to 11.20 a.m. Practicing new stations
                         Masters     11.30 a.m. to 12 Noon    Practicing new stations

SCENTWORK TRAINING

Ongoing training for dogs/handlers who have completed the club's introductory and/or intermediate scentwork course

14th March      10.45 a.m. to 11.45 a.m.    

28th March      10.45 a.m. to 11.45 a.m. 

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The club has received approval from Dogs Tasmania to allow the club to re-open from June 14th 2020 subject to strict guidelines and protocols.  We must also abide by Federal and State Government guidelines.

The club’s primary consideration is to ensure the safety of all our instructors and members and feel that a staged approach is the safest way to achieve this.  The club will be taking all necessary and government implemented safety precautions.

To conform to Dogs Tasmania guidelines/protocols:  

Note: If you are not comfortable with any of the conditions below, then please do not attend.

Each person will be asked to sign a waiver to acknowledge that you are not covered by the club insurance for the Covid-19 virus.  

Each person will be checked in on arrival.  Anyone with any cold/flu symptoms or has a high temperature will be asked to leave.   At end of class you must immediately leave the training area.

Hand sanitizer will be available and must be used when you arrive.

Numbers may be limited to a maximum of 10 handler/dogs in each group.  Each group will be allocated an area of the training ground and must stay in that area.

Instructors will not make any physical contact with handlers or dogs.

Only members will be allowed into the training area with each dog.  Please wear your club name badge.

Social distancing will be strictly monitored – handlers must be at least 1.5 metres apart.

Members will not have access to the club house and fenced compound unless directed by an instructor or committee member.

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WELCOME TO THE TASMANIAN DOG TRAINING CLUB

We hope you and your dog will enjoy many happy hours training with us. A few reminders of things which help the club operate smoothly and ensure the safety of all members and their dogs.

-The club trains all Sundays (except Easter Sunday) from February to the end of November. Training will only be cancelled if the grounds become dangerous in the opinion of the Launceston City Council.

- Arrive on time for your class. The instructors do not always have time to repeat instructions for the benefit of latecomers.

- It is a Launceston City Council requirement that parking is in the car park outside the second boom gate. Parking inside the boom gate is restricted to instructors to ensure their dogs can be left in safety in the shade while they are conducting classes.

- Membership name badges must be worn when training. It helps the instructor to get to know you and your dog’s name. Annual membership is to 30th September each year. Your membership expiry date is printed on your name badge. You must be a current financial member to train with the club.

-Children must be at least 12 years of age to be included in dual/family membership.  Children under 12 years can not train a dog at the club.

- Children must be under the supervision of an adult at all times and are expected to behave appropriately. Please do not allow children to interrupt classes.

- Due to insurance requirements sensible, enclosed footwear must be worn and try to avoid loose, flappy clothing which can distract the dog – thongs are not permitted in class.

- Dogs must be supervised at all times. Do not tether your dog and leave it unattended. Do not leave your dog unattended in a car during hot weather. All droppings must be removed immediately by the handler and placed in the bin provided. Dogs must be on lead at all times.

- No smoking is allowed during training. No smoking within 3 meters of the clubhouse or within 20 meters of a trial ring.

-Mobile phones must be turned off or turned to mute setting during classes.

- Tea, coffee, bottled water and soft drinks are available from the clubhouse. Cost $1 per item. Please help yourself and put the money in the tin provided.

- Food rewards for dogs are available from the clubhouse freezer. Chicken loaf, low fat cheese, garlic sausage. Cost $2 per bag. Please put the money in the container provided. 20 seconds in the microwave will thaw the treats ready to use. If you take the last bag of treats, then please tell a committee member. Don’t just leave the empty container in the fridge.

- Bitches in season are not permitted at training and dogs suffering from any contagious disease or illness must not be brought to training.

YELLOW – GIVE ME SPACE - if you see a dog wearing a yellow ribbon/vest/bandanna it means that the dog has a personal space problem so you should give the dog plenty of space. Ask the dog’s handler before approaching yourself or allowing your dog to approach.

You should always ask permission before approaching another member’s dog when socializing. Be aware of your dog and other dogs and avoid confrontations. Move away from a dog that takes an obvious dislike to your dog, or vice versa.

The club welcomes any comments or suggestions which you think may help the club’s operation, so please pass them on to any of the instructors or committee members. 

Dog Owners are respectfully reminded of the State Law, that it is compulsory for all dogs to be Micro Chipped.

Local Councils have designated 'on lead' and 'off lead' areas in which to exercise your dogs.  Please ensure, as a responsible dog owner, that you acquaint yourself with these designations before exercising your dogs and remember it is also a requirement that you pick up any droppings left by your dog.