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Our 2008 APDT Conference Blog will help you get ready to canter into historic Louisville, Kentucky, October 15-19 for a fun and memorable experience.  We have a terrific line up of speakers, workshops, social and networking events and of course, the Trade Show.

Check the blog regularly for the latest information on speakers and exhibitors.  Whether you are a conference puppy or an old hand, you will find tips that will help make your conference experience go smoothly.

We'll post information on local attractions and restaurants.  If you have been to Louisville or live near by and have suggestions, please send them on to the Conference office APDT@details2.com.

We look forward to seeing you in Louisville for five days of learning, laughing, networking and shopping.

Ellen Sam
Conference Committee Chair
P.J. Lacette
Conference Committee Vice Chair




Tuesday, July 22, 2008

Exhibitor: The Canny Company

The Canny Company is delighted to be exhibiting once again at the APDT Trade Show and looking forward to meeting up again with those of you who responded so well to the collar last year, plus make some new friends.  At the show, will be offering APDT members the chance once again to trial a Canny Collar at a massive 66% off the normal price.  The collar retails in the US for $29.95 but you can get one from us at the show for only $10.

For those of you unfamiliar with the idea, the Canny Collar represents the latest design in dog walking technology!  Voted "Best New Product 2006" by the Pet Product Retail Association in the UK (a network of 3,500 independent pet stores) and designed by famed Scottish horseman Brian Smith, the unique, behind-the-head design of the Canny Collar means that there is no riding up into the eyes or endless acclimation for effective use.  The Canny Collar is so kind, effective and simple to use your clients will thank you for making their dog a pleasure to walk, perhaps for the first time ever.

Dog trainers, humane societies and dog owners have all told us how their dogs accept the Canny Collar more easily than a traditional head halter because it doesn't restrict the head, making the owner happier to put it on their dog.  In fact  we took some of the worst dogs from humane societies and transformed their walking behavior in less than five minutes - see our website for video examples.  Now these same dogs are happily living with new families who are able to take pleasure and pride in their walks.

Getting a dog under control on the leash in five minutes means you save time and you client has a dog walking on a loose leash quickly.  Which trainer will you client recommend to others? The one who took forever to train their dog?  Or the one who had their dog walking well quickly?

Come and visit us at booth #45 and find out for yourself.