Our Favorite Links

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• Get S.M.A.R.T Dogs

Get S.M.A.R.T. Dogs (Successful Motivation And Reward Training) is the program created and run by Hanne Moore and colleagues. This site details current course offerings and class schedules, as well as information and advice about positive training methods. Check out the gallery of photos, including Doggy Dance Nights — proof that Get S.M.A.R.T. Dogs courses are designed to be both educational and lots of fun for dogs as well as their owners!

• www.DogsBestFriendTraining.com

Many of the books and videos available from Kumalong Australia were authored by Patricia McConnell, Ph.D. An Adjunct Assistant Professor of Zoology at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, she is also an expert applied animal behaviorist. Her company, Dog's Best Friend, Ltd., specializes in family dog-training and treating aggression in dogs, and she is an immensely popular speaker throughout America. She is the co-host of Calling All Pets, an animal behavior advice show syndicated to a hundred public radio stations, and works daily with four dogs (three border collies and a Great Pyrenees) on her sheep farm outside of Madison.

• Animal Behavior Associates, Inc.

"Building relationships one piece at a time..." This is the website of animal behaviourist Suzanne Hets, Ph.D., and colleagues. A team of certified, degreed, applied animal behaviorists, they bring the power of the latest scientific information to help you understand and change your pet's behavior.

• Delta Society Australia

The Delta Society's mission is to promote and facilitate positive interaction between people and companion animals. Currently it pursues this mission through three core projects: (1) the Canine Good Citizen™ education programs; (2) the Delta Dog Safe project; and (3) the Delta Pet Partners program. Delta has established a preeminent place among agencies providing play, recreational, and diversional therapy (Animal Assisted Activities) in Australia. Visit their website to learn more about this very worthwhile organisation and how you can get involved.

• Australian Canine Current Events

This site provides a listing of canine-related seminars, workshops and events taking place in Australia. Also provides resources such as training articles, dog training discussions, a directory of dog trainers, links to additional resources, and more.

• Association of Pet Dog Trainers Australia, Inc.

The Association of Pet Dog Trainers Australia Inc. is an association of pet dog trainers who are committed to becoming better trainers through education. Their aim is to provide cutting edge information and a forum for discussion and exchange of ideas on all aspects of dog training.

• Dogwise / Direct Book Service

Dogwise provides a wide variety of current cutting-edge dog books and products for serious dog enthusiasts and trainers.

• Pet Avenue

This on-line shop provides "Quality products for people who love their pets." Source for the "Backseat Buddy", an innovative product that provides a safe, comfy place in your car for your dog to ride.

• Paws 4 Fun Dog Training Club

This Sydney-based dog training club offers courses ranging from basic skills to the dog sport of Agility. Committed to positive training methods.

• naturalvet.com.au

At naturalvet.com.au, you'll find a team of dedicated veterinary professionals and para-professionals who practise complementary and alternative medicine for animals. Their aim is to provide you with leading edge therapies, information, resources and services to complement your own veterinarian's care, or alternatives to conventional veterinary medicine. Their preference is to use natural therapies wherever possible, but they may recommend a referral or conventional medicine if appropriate.