Record #:

34725

Author(s):

Zlotnicki, Mike

Abstract:

The annual North American Versatile Hunting Dog Association held in Fall 2017 in the Sandhills Game Land. It presents an opportunity to showcase trained hunting dogs in a myriad of skills, from duck retrieval and search to desire to work. Author Mike Zlotnicki participated with his dog Annie and discusses the lessons that he learned along the way.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 81 Issue 6, Nov/Dec 2017, p18-24, il, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Dogs--Training--North Carolina; Sandhills; Game lands; Hunting dogs

Record #:

24289

Author(s):

Gray, Tim

Abstract:

Spencer Stolpen, an ex NBA executive, now trains, boards, and sells guard dogs for use by police forces. This article discusses how he initially became involved with the guard dog business.

Source:

Business North Carolina (NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 21 Issue 11, November 2001, p44-49, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Dog trainers; Working dogs; Dogs--Training--North Carolina; Dogs

Record #:

29832

Author(s):

Bott, Kayla

Abstract:

Western North Carolina offers a plentitude of places to explore with dogs. Erica Kilgo, manager of Patton Avenue Pet Company, discusses the best places to hike with dogs, leash requirements, outdoor training, mountain safety and traveling.

Source:

The Laurel of Asheville (NoCar F 264 .A8 L28), Vol. 13 Issue 5, May 2017, p40-41, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Dogs; Dogs--Training--North Carolina; Hiking--North Carolina, Western

Record #:

29831

Author(s):

Abstract:

This article highlights two animal trainers in Asheville, North Carolina. Kathryn Gubista, founder of Lucky Dog Training Asheville, provides a variety of dog training services, including private sessions, group sessions and residency board and train. Working on training from the equine perspective, Emily Shields teaches both horses and people who to understand one another.

Source:

The Laurel of Asheville (NoCar F 264 .A8 L28), Vol. 13 Issue 5, May 2017, p38, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Dog trainers; Dogs--Training--North Carolina; Horsemanship

Record #:

37836

Author(s):

Reese, Frank

Abstract:

The North Carolina Foxhunters Association conducts a field trial for dogs in order to judge the best one. The winner usually goes on to compete in national competitions.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 14 Issue 9, Sept 1950, p17-18 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Hunting; Hunting dogs; Fox hunting; Dogs--Training--North Carolina

Record #:

12820

Author(s):

Harper, James C.

Abstract:

Trained by North Carolina native, Paul Walker, Home Again Mike is the current National Champion Bird Dog. Owned by Franklin C. Jones, of Franklin, Virginia, Home Again Mike is a five- time consecutive winner of the competition which, demands stringent requirements as well as previous victories is other events.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 28 Issue 12, Nov 1960, p7, 22, il

Subject(s):

Bird dogs; Dogs--Training--North Carolina

Record #:

28811

Author(s):

Matsuoka, Sayaka

Abstract:

Eyes, Ears, Nose, and Paws (EENP) is a Carrboro-based nonprofit organization that has partnered with inmates at Franklin Correctional Center to train service dogs. EENP benefits from the work of the prisoners, but the inmates also find the work rewarding. The program helps to improve inmate mental health and gives them skills that may be beneficial outside of prison.

Source:

Indy Week (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57), Vol. 33 Issue 47, Dec 2016, p15-18, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Prisoners--Attitudes; Dogs--Training--North Carolina