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ABOUT R.A.T.S.

Connie Formosa — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 20:58:42 +0000

The Ryder’s Alley Trencher-fed Society (R.A.T.S.) is an eclectic group of residents of New York and New Jersey, bound together only by their devotion to terriers and other breeds of dog that were originally bred to seek and destroy vermin. Most of the two-legged members hold white-collar jobs by day and take to the alleys and garbage heaps only by night. Four legged members include a terrier mix, Border Terriers, Norfolk Terriers and Dachshunds, as each breed was developed to be specialized in rat catching. Most of the dogs have day jobs as well, being show champions, agility competitors or loyal house pets. But late at night, both man and canine become rat catchers.

Urban Earthdog Semiar

admin — Tue, 06 May 2008 19:35:56 +0000

When: June 21st, 2008 – 10am to 2pm Sign Up Today!

You may wonder why there is a Rat on this page. The rat is there because a special seminar will be offered again this year, especially for Terrier and Dachshund breeds called Intro. To Earthdog!
The intro. includes a presentation by the president of the Palisades Kennel Club, A.K.C. show judge and member of the American Working Terrier Association, New Jersey Beanfield Earthdogs and the Ryder’s Alley Trencher-Fed Society (RATS) founder Richard Reynolds.

Earthdog fun will allow your dog to explore his or her natural instincts in a controlled setting.

Earthdogs will negotiate a man-made tunnel that simulates the natural home of vermin such as gophers, rats, woodchuck, etc. At the end of the run is (safely secured in a cage And behind 1″ bars) a real live rat!

If all goes as planned, after the dog is released the dog will find the entrance to “the earth” and make way to the end of the tunnel to bark at the rat for a set time period. The handler will then be signaled to lift the lid and remove his or her dog from the tunnel.

As the dog becomes better at “hunting” the course gets larger and more challenging. At the Master level, the dog must follow a “planted” scent trail (simulating real hunting) in a large field to get to the man made tunnel set up and find the rat at the end!

The sport of Earthdog is one in which teams can earn titles, ribbons and awards. Mixed Terrier and Dachshunds are eligible too!

Please call to be put on wait list 201-863-5624 or use the form.

Click here for AKC Earthdog information.

AKC Sanctioned B Match Show

admin — Tue, 06 May 2008 18:11:04 +0000

The Palisades Kennel Club, Inc would like to invite you to participate in our AKC Sanctioned B Match Show, for all AKC registered breeds, as well as ALL RARE BREEDS, both puppies and adults.

Show Date: Sunday May 18, 2008, outdoors, rain or shine
Time: Show handling Clinic at 10:00 AM, judging to start at 11:00

PRE-ENTRY AND PRE-PAYMENT IS REQUIRED FOR ALL CLASSES.
$10.00 per Entry
CLOSING DATE IS SATURDAY MAY 17TH, 2008

Judges:

Breed & Group: JULIE LUX
Hound & Toy RON LUX
Sporting & Non-Sporting ILEANA L. NOGUERAS
Herding KEITH PALADINO
Terrier JIM BURNS
Working & Best Puppy & Best Adult in Show RICHARD REYNOLDS
Rare Breeds, Best RB Puppy & Best RB Adult in Show

The Location: Riverside County Park, North–in Lyndhurst, NJ (directions are included, below). This location, in northern NJ, is in a county park, adjacent to a dog run.

Classes: Puppy 3-6, 6-9, 9-12, 12-18, Open

Dogs with major points, spayed/neutered are not eligible for conformation. Wins do not carry championship points. Poodles must be in show clip; no tape on ears.

The Canine Good Citizen test is also available at no charge. Dogs need to be old enough to have received appropriate vaccinations, and owners will be asked to sign a “Responsible Dog Ownership Pledge”. Please bring the dog’s comb or brush.

For questions please call 201-963-2290. Testing starts at 11:00.

DUE TO COUNTY REGULATIONS, ALL FEES MUST BE PAID IN ADVANCE

There is plenty of shade and crating space, but bring your own chairs, water, and food. Bathrooms are available.

If you have questions you can contact the Show Chairman, Bill Clark, at 201-384-5710 or email him.

PKC Pre Entry Form

Directions to Riverside County Park-North, in Lyndhurst, NJ 07071 located on Riverside Ave

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Note: the match show is near the Dog Run area

Directions: Route 3 West to Riverside Ave Exit. Make a left at stop sign to get onto Riverside Ave. Stay on Riverside Ave about 1/2 mile. The park is on the right, just past the next traffic light. Go to the Dog Run area.

From Route 3 East–exit at Park Ave/Riverside Ave exit. Make a right turn at the stop sign, and get onto Rutherford Ave. Go one block to Riverside Ave and make a left onto that. Continue just past the next traffic light to the park entrance on your right. Go to the Dog Run area.

Route 17 South to Rt 3 West, follow as above.

From Route 21 North or South–Take the Nutley/Lyndhurst Ave exit, go over the Bridge and stay left onto Riverside Ave. The park is on the LEFT.

From NJ Turnpike South–Take Route 3 West to Riverside Ave Exit, follow as above.
From NJ Turnpike North–take Western Spur to Exit 16 W to Rt 3 West and follow as above.

Garden State Parkway South to route 3 East and follow as above. GSP North to Exit 153 A to route 3 East, and follow as above. OR– GSP North to Exit 129 to NJ Turnpike and follow as above.

From NYC: Take Lincoln Tunnel, and exit onto Route 3 West. Follow as above.

CPAW Rescue

Connie Formosa — Mon, 05 May 2008 13:58:39 +0000

Why Cornerstone?
Because that is what our dogs and cats have become. Much like the stone at the corner of a building uniting two intersecting walls, our dogs and cats have become the Cornerstone of our families and our lives. No matter what goes down, the Cornerstone remains. Pets are indispensable and fundamental to our lives. Gandhi said, “The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated.” Treat them well.

We know cats and dogs. We are a resource for dog and cat owners. We don’t know it all, but we love learning. Pets are always welcome in the store. We have a little withdrawal problem if we haven’t had enough animal companionship on any given day.

We have been fostering and adopting out dogs and cats since the store opened. It was not part of the original plan, but the animals came one by one and there was nowhere to send them. It has been a wonderful experience working with the community to see companion animals enter into relationships with their new families.

CAP, Companion Animal Placement, is a local rescue group in Hoboken. They have been a tremendous help and a wealth of information in getting us involved in animal rescue. LHS, the Liberty Humane Society runs a shelter in Jersey City with which we work very closely. Their board members and staff are a wonderful resource and we in turn take animals that need exposure in our store. In the end, we have yet to have a cat or dog that has not found a home.

If you are interested in adopting, we are always looking for homes. If you want to sponsor or foster a cat or dog until they become someone’s companion for life through adoption, please call the store at 201-653-4644.

WE NEED MONEY. What a surprise. It takes a lot of resources, time and money, to work in animal rescue. Please donate. Every little bit helps and will offset our expenses. In the end, nothing is free and someone has to pay. You can donate through this website by clicking on the DONATE icon below.

Thank you!

Canine Modeling Seminars

admin — Sat, 03 May 2008 21:45:44 +0000

Special seminars will be held for dogs and their people who are interested in submission for canine modeling jobs. Dates TBA, Sign Up Now To Get On The List!

This seminar will help you to figure out what you need to work on, if anything, prior to your dog’s photo submissions for a job.

Photos will be taken of your dog (headshot, profiles and a pose/trick) and kept on file.

Dogs who are ready for a job will be added to my file of dog models and, if suited to the needs of the client, will be submitted for consideration as frequently as possible.

No time to be a “stage mom” or “stage dad”? You’re not alone, but it doesn’t mean your dog can’t take jobs. I will not only get your dog the job whenever possible, I’ll take your dog to the shoot, get the job done and return with your dog for pick up at your convenience later that day. And a few weeks later, you can expect a check, so your dog can help to pay for the dog food and some new toys!

My dogs have appeared on television and in magazines and newspapers, working in fashion, interior design sets, commercials and other advertising. And your dog could too!

Topics covered will include:

Basic Needs/Obedience Must Haves
Before The Job–what to do, what to have on hand
On Location–the sights and sounds
On Location–How to keep your dog interested and focused
After the job–seeing your dog in print or on television.

So, if you think your dog has the looks and talent to model, sign up for this seminar today! Space is limited.

For more information call 201-863-5624 or use the form to contact me.