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BCU pre-registration is closed. Contact Paige O'Donnell with questions. BCU (Border Collie University) is an exciting new concept that brings seminars and speakers to our members. In 2009, we will feature the following (bios below):
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How can anyone take a highly sophisticated, scientific and technical subject like genetics and make it not only easy to understand but even fun ? Ask Dr. Carmen Battaglia. That's just what he's been doing for the past 25 years to the amazement and delight of the dog-breeding world. He calls it "Breeding Better Dogs" and his methodology works. The material he developed provides breeders with an easy method for understanding the pedigrees of their dogs. It is based on the use of the "Stick Dog" figures, and a Symbols Pedigree which offers two new ways to visually represent the strengths and weaknesses of a dog's traits. By utilizing this simple method, it is easy to determine which characteristics will be needed in a stud dog. Now you can learn how to enhance the genetic qualities of your bloodline. The result - an ever improving program that can produce better dogs. Carmen was given his first dog by his grandfather when he was five years old. That was the beginning of a lifelong fascination with all aspects of dog behavior, breeding, training, and showing. He has personally bred and finished several Champions, Select Dogs, Futurity and Maturity winners. Today, Dr. Battaglia is considered an expert as well as a highly respected AKC Judge of more than 40 breeds. By education, (holding the Masters and Doctorate from Florida State University), he is a researcher, lecturer and author. His articles have appeared in the "AKC Gazette", "Dog World", "Dog News", "Canadian Shepherd Journal", "South African Dog Magazine", as well as dog publications in Australia and Ireland. Being very active in the dog world, Dr. Battaglia is a Director of the American Kennel Club and has served as Chairman of such important committees as: National Genetics Committee (German Shepherd Dog Club of America), the American Kennel Club Committee for the Future, the Operations and Planning Committee, as well as the Health and Education Delegates Committee. The AKC called upon his expertise in genetics to create and develop their DNA program. He is also a much sought after speaker on this topic for television and radio talk20shows. Author of several different books on dog breeding, Dr. Battaglia has gained worldwide recognition, most notably for the program he developed - "Breeding Better Dogs". Popular demand has prompted the creation of a seminar for dog clubs which mirrors his book and a video of this method which has been presented across the country and is considered an imperative foundation to any successful breeding program. Visit Dr. Battaglia's website at www.breedingbetterdogs.com.
It is my hope that you will read my books and attend my seminars with the understanding that I am simply an experienced dog breeder sharing with you not only the things that I have learned by breeding my dogs and other animals over my lifetime, but also sharing with you the many things that I have learned from my vets and from the many dog breeders who have so generously shared with me their own experiences. My advice would always be to discuss health issues and concerns with your own vets while at the same time availing yourselves of the information that experienced and knowledgeable dog breeders will be happy to share with you. Be prepared both with knowledge and supplies before entering the breeding arena. Avail yourselves at every opportunity to learn and at some point in time, be generous with your own experiences so that people new to breeding can grow in confidence. Many of us live long distances from our vets and are delivering our puppies in the middle of the night. Hopefully your dog breeding friends will be on-call for you in the event that you are unable to reach a vet when questions arise. Thank you for your continued presence at my seminars and for all of the helpful and truly amazing things that you have taught me over the years. Canine Reproduction and Whelping: gets down to the basics of breeding, explaining the characteristics of the sperm and the egg, the role that diet plays in whelping, and how to whelp your puppies. The seminar is intended to assist you in making sure your bitches get in whelp, stay in whelp and deliver healthy puppies. A clean, bloodless technique for the removal of dew claws is also taught to the layman dog breeder. Puppy Intensive Care, teaches dog breeders all of the techniques that they need to know in order to set up a Puppy Intensive Care Unit and deliver the support that their sick puppies need. You will learn how to tube feed, utilize sub coetaneous hydration methods and deliver oxygen to pups who would otherwise die. You will learn how to do the things you need to do to keep your puppy losses to a minimum. The book comes with an instructional DVD as well that demonstrates the hands-on skills that every dog breeder needs. You can visit her site at: www.myrasavant.com
Bobbie is a successful trainer, exhibitor, instructor and former AKC obedience judge whose involvement in the sport began in 1970 with a Miniature Schnauzer. She has since put over 80 AKC titles on her dogs with more than 150 High in Trials, with a Miniature Schnauzer, German Shepherd Dog, English Cocker Spaniels, Shetland Sheepdogs and Border Collies. She has 8 OTCHs, has been invited to the AKC National Obedience Championship several times and has represented the United States at Crufts. Her award-winning book, “Building Blocks for Performance” is simply outstanding for obedience, agility, rally and even for general pet training. Bobbie’s training style is fast-paced and exciting for both the dog and handler making obedience FUN for the dog, trainer and spectator! Bobbie believes that learning about dog training is a hands-on experience. We have also arranged for Bobbie to bring one of her own dogs to the seminar for demonstration purposes and for a look at how truly motivated dogs can perform.
Play, Play, Play! The good, the bad, and the truly wonderful! Patricia McConnell, Ph.D., CAAB, has made a lifelong commitment to improving the relationship between people and animals. She is known worldwide as an expert on dog training and dog behavior, and as a knowledgeable and engaging author and speaker about both dog behavior and cat behavior. Patricia gives speeches and seminars on behavior and training around the country. No matter what the topic, the focus is always on understanding both ethology and learning theory to humanely and effectively improve our relationships with other animals. Her talks are well balanced between good science, practical training advice and lots of laughter. Her seminars always include lots of hands-on demonstrations and audience involvement, whether the topic is "Diagnosing and Treating Canine Aggression" or "Throw Away Your Leash!" You can visit her site at: www.patriciamcconnell.com Susan Hart, BS, LVT
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Dr
Carmen Battaglia: Building a World of Better Dog Breeders.
Myra
Savant Harris: 
Bobbie
Anderson:
Patricia
McConnell:
Ms.
Hart, “Sue” as she likes to be called, is a Senior Scientist with P&G Pet Care,
maker of Iams and Eukanuba dog foods. She is currently one of the Supervisors at
the Pet Health & Nutrition Center. She has been in this position since 2006 and
with P&G for 20 years. In this position, she has oversight of the animal care
team, researcher team, and veterinary technician team directly responsible for
the day-to-day care of animals. In addition to this role, she has served on the
P&G Institutional Animal Care & Use Committee, member of Advisory Council for
the Veterinary Science Technology Program at SUNY Delhi, managed disease
surveillance, sentinel and microbiological monitoring programs, and developed
and implemented environmental enrichment programs for all species. Sue is a
Licensed Veterinary Technician in both small and large animals with experience
in Safety Pharmacology as part of the Pharmaceuticals division. Her personal
interests include being a life-long Border Collie owner (her family bred BCs in
early 80’s) and a member of the Southern Ohio Flying K9s disc dog club and a
novice member of Canine Performance Events. She is certified in DOGS Principles
and Techniques of Behavior Modification and a trainer at Puppy Manners classes
using Positive Reinforcement.