Below is a listing of a few useful Dog
links:
- American Belgian Malinois Club- www.malinoisclub.com
The ABMC is the official club for members, supporters and fans of the Belgian Malinois in the USA. It supports, advises and regulates the AKC and its members regarding the Belgian Malinois, including maintaining the official Breed Standard, the Breeders Code of Ethics, and Malinois Rescue.
- The Canine Academy - www.canineacademy.org
The Canine Academy of Atascadero, CA offers an array of training courses at the Atascadero facility, including puppy socialization, beginning and competition obedience, rally and all levels of agility for
both advanced and novice dog owners and dogs to enjoy. Steph has long been an instructor and member of this fantastic facility.
- Santa Lucia Open Dog Obedience Group (SLODOG)- SLODOG site A group of local (Central Coast, CA) dog lovers, of all types-mixed and purebreeds welcome, involved in all sports and organizations, whose purpose is to celebrate the love of dogs and enjoy companionship and good times with each other and our canines. Great fun!
- Concerned Dog Owners of California (CDOC)-www.cdoca.org A website that provides information on legislation that affects dog ownership, well being, and responsibilities, particularly as it relates to SB250 and the defeated AB1634, mandatory spay/neuter laws throughout our state. Support responsible dog ownership, get the facts and understand the consequences. Save our dogs!
- Speaking about saving our dogs, check out Save Our Dogs www.saveourdogs.net A grassroots organization focused on protecting working dogs of all types from mandatory spay/neuter laws that has excellent facts and first-hand information from sources regarding the devastating effects this misguided effort will have.
- The National Animal Interest Alliance (NAIA) http://www.naiaonline.org/ promotes the welfare of animals while also protecting the rights of responsible animal owners. It is a very interesting and informative website, spanning history and a variety of animal concerns.
- American Kennel Club (AKC) - www.akc.org/index.html
The AKC website has a lot of information dealing with all aspects of dog
training, breeding, raising and dog care.
- United Kennel Club (UKC) - www.ukcdogs.com/index.html
The UKC website is an excellent resource for working dogs as well as general
dog information.
- North American Dog Agility Council (NADAC) - www.nadac.com
The North American Dog Agility Council (NADAC) was formed in 1993 to provide
North American dogs and their handlers a fast, safe and enjoyable form of the
the sport of dog agility.
- United States Dog Agility Association (USDAA) - www.usdaa.com
This is a good location to learn about USDAA performance standards and upcoming
events. They also have a link on there for the various USDAA clubs
throughout the United States.
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