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Ohio State University Extension Dog Handling Penne Smith and Kristen VanNess
Ohio State University Extension Collars Allowed in the Ring Buckle Collar Martingale Collar
Ohio State University Extension Collars Allowed in the Ring Slip Collar/Choke Chain Head Halter * Some events
Ohio State University Extension Additional Collars Allowed on Grounds Harness
Ohio State University Extension Safety Concerns All four paws should stay on ground Collars should not be continuously tight (especially slip collars and head halters) Dogs can pull many times their own weight. Be aware of smaller kids with strong dogs Weight/size of leads compared to dog size Flickr: ratterrell
Ohio State University Extension Collars Not Allowed on Grounds Prong Collar Electronic Collar
Ohio State University Extension Flickr: devinephron
Ohio State University Extension Flickr: Jim’s Photos 1
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Ohio State University Extension Flickr: Chris Barker Flickr: akeg
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Ohio State University Extension Greeting Dogs Flickr: LauraT Ask the dog (read body language). Stressed dogs and excited dogs should not be pet. Ask the owner, avoid direct eye contact, let the dog approach. Pet on shoulder/chest, not over head. One person at a time.
Ohio State University Extension Vision Flicker: SimonT Flickr: Jim’s Photos 1
Ohio State University Extension Flight Zone • Approximately 9’ in dogs • Increased in stressed or excited animals Flickr: Blue Square Thing
Ohio State University Extension Appropriate Help for Behavior Problems/Evaluation Only veterinarians can make a diagnosis/treatment plan Board Certified Veterinary Behaviorist Meghan Herron DVM - OSU Behavior - specific veterinarian Elizabeht Feltes DVM - The Behavior Clinic - Olmstead Falls (NE Ohio)
Ohio State University Extension Participation Options for Inappropriate Dogs Choose the right dog project Dog Achievement Program Self Determined Project Club Level Judging
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