ISSDC :: MARCH 21-22, 2009 :: TORONTO SPORTSMEN'S SHOW

VISIT OUR BOOTH AT THE TORONTO SPORTSMEN'S SHOW!

WHAT: The ISSDC is sponsoring an informational booth at the 2009 Toronto Sportsmen's Show in Toronto, CANADA. The Toronto Sportsmen's Show, started in 1948, welcomes thousands of people at the show.

The Rare Breed Club of SW Ontario holds a conformation show during the event where you will see a large entry of Shiloh Shepherds of all ages. There are two shows each day, beginning at 9:00am with the PM show starting directly after the morning show concludes. Visit the RBCSWO website for schedules and information. Sportsmen's Show lists the show as a special event.

Stop by our booth in the Pet feature area to meet some of our members, get information about Shilohs and the club, and meet some Shiloh Shepherds in person.

WHEN:
Saturday March 21th – Sunday March 22th, 2009
10:00 am to 8:00 pm Saturday
10:00 am to 6:00 pm Sunday

WHERE:
Direct Energy Centre
(National Trade Centre)
Exhibition Place
100 Princes’ Boulevard
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
M6K 3C3

Sportsmen's Show event directions and lodging information via the RBCSWO website.
Information via the main Sportsmen's Show website.

WHY:
The International Shiloh Shepherd Dog Club sponsors a booth to promote education and awareness of the Shiloh Shepherd, as well as conduct fundraising for ISSDC programs such as the Shiloh Shepherd Rescue. The ISSDC has been represented at this event for the past few years and it is always a lot of fun.

Our booth will house digital photo displays of our dogs as part of our education program, handouts as well as live Shilohs for the public to meet and interact with!

There is a Best Dressed Booth contest again this year ... booths are judged on education about the breed, representation of the breed meeting the public and overall impression, so we suspect all of the breed booths (not just Shiloh Shepherds) will be exciting and interesting.

HOW MUCH:
For visitors not showing in the dog show (and entries are now closed), you will need to purchase an admission ticket to the Sportsmen's Show event, $17 at the door for adults, $10 for Juniors (Ages 6 to 15), $10 for Seniors (60+) and children under 6 are free when accompanied with an adult. There is a Family Pass available for $40 which includes two adult and two junior admissions.

ISSDC :: MARCH 14-15, 2009 :: PAWSABILITIES DOG EXPO

VISIT OUR BOOTH AT THE PAWSABILITIES DOG EXPO!

WHAT: The ISSDC is sponsoring an informational booth at the 2009 Pawsabilities Dog Expo in Harrisburg, PA. An annual event, Pawsabilities benefits Susquehana Service Dogs, a program of Keystone Children & Family Services.

Pawsabilities hosts a Dog Olympics, Dog Diving Demonstrations, Breed Matches, Obedience Show & Go, costume contests, pet tricks etc. Visit the Pawsabilities website for schedules and information or the Paws Blog for even more information. We warn you to bring your wallet as the Canine Marketplace has many wonderful vendors!

Stop by our booth in the Canine Marketplace to meet some of our members, get information about Shilohs and the club, and meet some Shiloh Shepherds in person.

WHEN:
Saturday March 14th – Sunday March 15th, 2009
8:00 am to 4:00 pm

WHERE:
Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex and Expo Center
2300 North Cameron Street
Harrisburg, PA 17110

Pawsabilities event directions and lodging information: http://www.pawsabilities.net/directions/

WHY:
The International Shiloh Shepherd Dog Club sponsors a booth to promote education and awareness of the Shiloh Shepherd, as well as conduct fundraising for ISSDC programs such as the Shiloh Shepherd Rescue. The ISSDC sponsored a booth at the Pawsabilities event last year as well and it was a wonderful experience.

Our booth will house digital photo displays of our dogs as part of our education program, handouts as well as live Shilohs for the public to meet and interact with! This year the ISSDC will be also be sponsoring two fundraisers to raise money for ISSDC programs — these fund raisers include the Wolf Quilt Raffle and "Unfurgettables" keepsakes (paw prints made in clay). "Unfurgettables" keepsakes is being spearheaded by the ISSDC SE region, show your support and at the same time you can save your beloved pet's pawprint forever!

*For ISSDC members who would like to volunteer at the booth, please contact Heather O'Connor for scheduling.

HOW MUCH:
You will need to purchase an admission ticket to the Pawsabilities event, $10 at the door for adults and $5 for children ages 4-12, but the ticket is good for both days. Dogs are welcome to visit the event and participate in the many of the events.

ISSDC SE :: MARCH/APRIL :: GROUP HERDING LESSONS

IT'S TIME TO HERD THE WOOLIES!

WHAT: Members of the ISSDC SE Region are getting together at Keepstone Farm in March and April to take group herding lessons for their Shiloh Shepherds from Susan Rhodes. If you attended the ISSDC Herding Trial last November you will be familiar with Keepstone Farm and Susan. For those unfamiliar, Keepstone Farm is where the Fab Five Shilohs (who earned AHBA acceptance/recognition for the Shiloh Shepherd breed) trained.

Members are getting together as a "group," however, lessons are taken per individual dog, are hands on and are 20 minutes long per dog. If you are interested in attending, want to reserve a spot or have any questions, please contact Marti Nottingham for further information and/or clarification.

WHEN:
March 7th – lessons begin @10am
March 21st – lessons begin @10am
April 26 – lessons begin @ 1pm

WHERE:
Keepstone Farm, 412 Russell Road, Berryville, VA.
(From Rt 660, go 3/10 mile, turn Right at large Keepstone Farm sign (Dog Gone Healthy sign below). Follow farm lane to left turn at #412, and go to end of Driveway.
Keepstone Farm website: http://www.keepstonefarm.com/

WHY:
Well, to see your Shilohs turn on, work and hone their instincts. Folks may come out and check out a lesson first to decide if they would like to try their hand at herding. Secondly, who ever needs an excuse to get together with other Shiloh Shepherd owners! But all dog breeds are welcome — just contact Marti Nottingham to reserve your spot.

HOW MUCH:
Our group rate is $25 for a 20 minute lesson.

This is a great opportunity to take lessons in a laid back, fun environment all the while enjoying the camaraderie of other Shiloh owners.