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Ring Allocation - Dogs Victoria Bulla Exhibition Centre

Wednesday, 31 July 2019

Following feedback received from members, Management Committee have agreed to cease the 12-month trial, where the Dogs Victoria office staff allocated a group to the inside ring, for all breeds shows held at the Dogs Victoria Bulla Exhibition Centre.

Management Committee encourage all breeds clubs utilising this venue to rotate the group allocated, to the indoor ring for their shows and outdoor rings for general specials, at their discretion.

2019 Proposed ANKC Rule Changes for Obedience & Rally

Thursday, 25 July 2019

In the links below you can view Dogs Victoria submission to the ANKC in relation to the National review of both ANKC Obedience and Rally rule books.

These documents were collated by OTEC following the meeting with both judges and handlers in May 2019.

Rubbish at KCC Park

Wednesday, 24 July 2019

Our facilities at KCC Park are the envy of many dog enthusiasts around the world. It is a world class facility owned by the members for the members. However, we need to take care of it.
 
A simple start would be to clean up all the rubbish that we generate at shows and place in the bins provided. Pick up all our dog droppings and dispose correctly.
 
Sadly at recent shows, our new off lead areas have had multiple dog faeces left in them. In addition, exhibitors using the indoor pavilion have left rubbish on the floor and outside the pavilion litter ranging from coffee cups to cigarette butts. Dog clippings from dogs exhibited at our events is another issue. If you do groom your dog, please clean up all hair left on the ground and dispose correctly. Sadly we even had nappies left on the ground!
 
We have received more complaints after the three shows and various outdoor activities at KCCP last weekend from members not picking up their dog droppings all over KCC Park. This includes the off lead exercise areas, garden beds next to the pavilion, back of the pavilion, and even multiple dog droppings all over the front mound along Westernport Highway.
 
This is extremely disappointing and we ask all individuals to be responsible dog owners and show courtesy to their fellow members. Picking up after your dog also means you are doing the right thing by the environment. Some dog droppings contain harmful bacteria and nutrients. When dog droppings are left outdoors and it rains, harmful bacteria from these droppings can be washed down the drains and end up in local creeks.
 
Remember at KCC Park – ‘Bag It and Bin It.’

If a member sees someone not picking up after their dog, please ask them to do so. We have multiple bins/scoopers across the site, please use them.
 
So we ask one and all to be respectful when using your member facility and be appreciative of the privilege. If we do not care for our Park, no one will. Your co-operation is greatly appreciated.
 
If you have any ideas, comments or concerns, or want to become a volunteer and join the Friends of the Park group please contact Janet at Dogs Victoria via pa@dogsvictoria.org.au
 
Chris Moore
Chair
KCC Park Facilities Committee
“Building a Better Park”

Pet Exchange Register Information

Tuesday, 23 July 2019

For our members convenience, information about the Pet Exchange Register and how to apply for a source number has now been added to our website.

This can be located via the Victorian Legislation > Government Legislation page found here

Expression of Interest Sought - Mediation Committee

Wednesday, 17 July 2019

The ability to assist parties in finding resolution of concerns/issues can be an extremely rewarding and fulfilling experience!

An opportunity currently exists to join the Mediation Committee on a volunteer basis.

Mediation is intended to be a constructive and non-judgmental process offering parties the opportunity to put any issues between them to rest and enabling each the opportunity to get back to the exhibiting of their dogs.  An essential ingredient to any successful mediation relies upon the desire and willingness of each party to reach resolution.

The role of the mediator is to provide the framework through which parties can negotiate with a view to reaching resolution.

Skills/Experience
  • Mediation experience (professionally or life experience) desirable
  • Ability to be fair and impartial
  • A calm demeanour
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  • The ability to handle confrontational situations

Interested parties are invited to submit a Curriculum Vitae to Dr Emma Greenway, c/o Vicky Day vday@dogsvictoria.org.au

ANKC Special Board Meeting - Minutes

Wednesday, 17 July 2019

A summary of minutes from the ANKC Special Board meeting in June 2019 are now available to view here

Notice from OTEC - Dogs Victoria Obedience Instructor Accreditation

Wednesday, 10 July 2019

Dogs Victoria Obedience, Tracking & Endurance Committee (OTEC) is offering obedience instructors the opportunity to become Dogs Victoria Obedience Instructors.  This will provide obedience instructors with accreditation and recognition of the training and experience that they have gained through their club’s training program.  Read More

Welcome to our new grounds caretakers!

Thursday, 4 July 2019

Dear members, it is with great delight to welcome Geoff and Rosemarie to DV. They are our new cleaners/caretakers for KCCP and Bulla parks. They will ensure our facilities are kept clean and tidy and at times may be in attendance during events to assist members. They will setup rings and work alongside the events coordinators to ensure we deliver well planned and professional services to our members. They also bring much needed skills into the organisation including a mechanical background which can attend to our aging infrastructure reducing costs relying on contractors.

 

CARPENTER/BUILDERS REQUIRED

Thursday, 27 June 2019

Dogs Victoria KCC Park Facilities Committee are seeking qualified carpenters/builders to quote on several projects.

Register your interest by 15th July 2019

Janet Davidson

Personal Assistant to the Chief Executive

Dogs Victoria Locked Bag K9, Cranbourne 3977

T: 9788 2500 pa@dogsvictoria.org.au

Important information re. entering a dog at an event

Wednesday, 19 June 2019

When entering a dog at an event members/owners apply to enter the foregoing exhibit in terms of, and upon the conditions set out, in the State Controlling Bodies constitution rules and regulations by which they agree to be bound and certify to the correctness of details on the entry form.

Members/owners also certify that the exhibit(s) has not, within the said period of three months, been in kennels affected with Distemper, Caine Hepatitis, Parvo Virus or any other contagious or infectious disease and that the dog has been vaccinated.

Hot off the Press

Notice to Members - Victorian Lockdown 5.0 Extended

Tuesday 20 July 2021

Notice to Members – Victorian Lockdown 5.0 extended

The Premier Daniel Andrews announced today that the current Lockdown 5.0 will be extended for a further seven days until 11.59pm Tuesday 27 July 2021. Please refer to the following link for applicable State Government information. https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/coronavirus

 

What does this mean for Dogs Victoria Facilities, Events, Training and Members?

  • NO Shows / trials / training and other events to proceed for the duration of the lockdown
  • KCC Park will be closed for the duration of the lockdown
  • Bulla Exhibition Centre will be closed for the duration of the lockdown
  • The Dogs Victoria administration office will be closed for over-the-counter transactions with only skeleton staff on site for the duration of the lockdown
  • Priority service for applications will be unavailable for the duration of the lockdown

 

Let’s protect our ability to exit this lockdown period, remain positive and;

  • Abide by current restrictions for mask wearing
  • QR Code check everywhere using the Services Victoria App https://service.vic.gov.au/check-in/
  • Regularly review exposure sites https://www.coronavirus.vic.gov.au/exposure-sites
  • Get Covid tested if you feel unwell and isolate until results are received
  • Book yourself in for vaccination when you qualify 
  • Reach out and chat to someone if you’re struggling…..it’s ok to not be ok.

Further announcements will be made in line with State Government restrictions changes.

Stay Safe.

Jason Eggleton

Chief Executive

20 July 2021

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