If
your club is inquiring about having a Seminar or Lecture, this information
will be helpful in the planning process. I have provided a biography
and estimated cost of a seminar at the bottom of this page. If you have
any questions please contact me: email
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Holistic Nutrition;
An Approach to Wellness and Longevity
LECTURE FORMAT:
4 hours (with 2 breaks and question
and answer session).
The pet food recalls of March 2007 has greatly impacted consumers
and the pet food industry alike. New consumer awareness and demand
for accountability will bring the long needed changes, necessary in
the current pet food industry. Although great strides have been made
in animal nutrition in the past 10 years, we are now on the horizon
of even better nutritional options for our companion animals. For
years pet owners either fed table scraps or a dry kibble - period.
Today, there are so many options available to consumers they get lost
in a sea of information and choices. Here is where I can help.
In this lecture we will focus on nutritional
needs, how to make good nutritional decisions for your pet, ones that
fit your finances and lifestyle without compromising your pet's health.
We will debunking internet myths, resolve the struggle between raw
vs kibble, and discuss the current health challenges; cancer, vaccines,
allergies, systemic yeast, giardia etc.
The general format of this lecture focuses on holistic nutrition
and how it affects wellness and longevity, and how we can reverse
many conditions with nutritional support. There will be ample time
for questions and interaction with the audience - this is where we
all learn.
Lectures - work well on Saturday afternoon or evenings.
SEMINAR FORMAT: 8
hours (2 breaks and 1 hour lunch)
Part 1- In
the morning
we will focus on nutritional needs, how to make good nutritional
decisions for your pet, ones that fit your finances and lifestyle
without compromising your pet's health. We will debunking internet
myths, resolve the struggle between raw vs kibble, and discuss the
current health challenges; cancer, vaccines, allergies, systemic yeast,
giardia etc.
After lunch we will reconvene for the second segment of this seminar.
Part 2 - This segment will be a
3-4 hour power point presentation on Orthopedic Disease (all
ages/stages and breeds). We will discuss the role of nutrition vs
genetics, and how a comprehensive diet can actually reverse and correct
many orthopedic conditions such as HOD, OCD, Pano, Arthritis, HD and
Wobblers.
These power point presentations are visually compelling with before
and after photos, and they provide a common sense approach to
feeding your pets with a comprehensive program. This includes the
explanation of the Blackwatch Feed Programs and why they work.
Seminars - these work
well on Saturdays - 9 - 4, but it is possible to divide this seminar
into two segments - Friday evening for Part 1- then Saturday Morning
or afternoon for Part 2.
This is an example of a time line:
9:00 - 12:00 - (10:30 - break 15 minutes)
12:00 - 1:00 - Lunch (most clubs do a "pitch in"
and it works well because it breaks the ice for further discussion
in the afternoon.)
1:00 - 4:00 - (2:30 break (club provides a protein snack
(nuts/cheese tray) because people start to lose energy as we approach
to 2:30)
Seminar Scheduling Options To Consider:
Example 1
- We have scheduled an all day
seminar on Saturday, I will come in on Thursday evening to regroup
(I am a lousy traveler) then on Friday I have time to meet participants,
breeders, see kennels. Saturday 9 - 4 is the Seminar, I depart on
Sunday.
Example
2 - We have scheduled a Seminar - I come in on Thursday
evening. Friday lunch with a sponsors, Friday evening Part 1 of the
Seminar. Saturday 1:00 is Part 2 of the seminar, after we have dinner
with some/all participants, Sunday I depart.
- Nutritional Overview
- Nutrients needed to be healthy
- Minerals - the most forgotten nutrient
- What is missing in all commercial diets
- Prey Equivalents in a Modern Diet
- Reintroduction of whole foods to a diet
- Calcium and Phosphorus Imbalance
- Examples of how we unbalance a diet
- Examples of a balanced diet
- Pet Food Categories - how to decipher
- BARF
- Raw Meat Diets - Commercially Prepared
- Commercially Prepared Natural Diets + Raw
Meat
- Kibble and Raw
- Holistic Super Premiums
- Grainless Diets
- Super Premium Kibbles
- Premium Kibbles
- Substandard Foods
- The Root of Allergies
- Internet myths
- The Vaccine Controversy
- Vaccine Reactions and Prevention
- Bloat/Torsion
- Importance of Enzymes - digestive and dietary
- Probiotics / Antibiotics
- Canadia Albicans- The Yeast Infection Epidemic
- Giardia - a nation wide problem
- HOD, OCD, Pano, HD and Wobblers and it’s
relationship to diet.
- The National Bone Survey
- Blackwatch Feed Program Philosophy
Speaking Fee:
Honorarium - for Lecture $750
Honorarium - for Seminar $1000
Other Fees:
Driving Fee - Maximum 5-6 hours time - round trip
- $100 - OR
Air Fare - estimated $500 (this can vary from $300 - $700
depending on area of country) I will be cost conscious, when I
find the flight that I want to reserve, I will contact you to
make the reservation for me or you can send a check ASAP for the
reservations upon proof of cost from me.
Hotel - estimated $60 - $100 per day for hotel - this
varies depending on area of country. I come in a day ahead of
schedule to regroup.
It is my preference to stay at a hotel/motel - Hampton
Inn, Comfort Inns, Baymont Inns etc. are good mid range options.
Make suggestions for your area, I will check into them then let
you know where to make the reservations.
IMPORTANT DETAILS:
If I am driving, I will need a very clear map - preferably directions
from a man, sorry ladies - but I have been through this too many
times!!
If I am flying, I will need someone to transport me, luggage
and equipment to and from hotel, airport, place of lecture. Relax,
I am not demanding, although after doing the K9 College Cruise
2007, Joe did change my nick name from "Princess" to
"Empress".
Oh, and do me a favor....if it's an SUV that we are traveling
in...make sure it has running boards or a small foot stool handy,
I am short, ample and have a low center of gravity.
Payment:
Once a date is determined for the presentation and we
are in agreement of fees, I will send a conformation letter to
your club.
The club or sponsor pays for the air fare at the time
of reservation, As soon as I know cost of the flight, I will contact
the club for the cost of the fare to be mailed to me ASAP. Remember,
getting a ticket 3 months in advance saves the club a considerable
cost.
The club is responsible for the cost of the hotel room fee,
before I depart. I will be responsible for my own meals, any room
service or phone bills. I realize most clubs are limited on resources,
so I keep that in mind when making arrangements for stay and travel.
My fee payment is due in the form of a check or money order
at the end of the lecture/seminar - this includes honorarium and
travel fee (if I drive).
Educational Information:
I will send a packet of educational material a head of time for
the club to copy and have at lecture/seminar for participants.
This includes a basic feed program, couple of short resource articles.
An estimated cost to xerox will be under a dollar per packet.
I try to keep the cost to a minimum. Members often volunteer
to donate for this copying or do it at home for the club.
Other club expenses to consider:
Facility:
Although some clubs find places for free or little rental because
it is for "educational" purposes (i.e. library, VFW
halls, Moose Lodge or Elks, churches, community halls etc.) Keep
in mind some people may want to bring animals (special cases)
to get some input regarding their problems and/or you might want
to have a place with a kitchen for making snacks/lunch for all
day seminars.
AN AIR CONDITIONED ROOM FOR THE LECTURES/SEMINARS IS A REQUIREMENT!
Advertising and/or mailings for club members
Equipment:
- PROJECTOR FOR A POWER POINT PRESENTATION
- Screen
- Microphone
- A table and chair for speaker, for my lap top and educational
packets.
- Tables and chairs for participants
- Beverages available for participants to purchase
- I will bring my own lap top.
Lunch/Breaks
If this is the first time you have offered a seminar for your
club you may have some questions regarding breaks and lunches.
Many clubs offer beverages and rolls/muffins in AM before we start,
then have a "pitch- in" lunch for the participants,
and protein snacks (cheese tray/nuts) for the afternoon break,
as well as beverages and ice available all day.
Some times they charge participants to cover costs and other times
the club or members take care of the costs.
Seminars are intense, so we have 15 minute break in the AM ,
then lunch at 12:00 - 1:00 with a second break at
2:30.
Breaks: 10:30 AM and 2:30 - I have found that we will
need some kind of protein snack for the 2:30 break (nuts/cheese
& crackers/fruit etc) because the participants start to fade
and nod off about this time. It is important to stay alert
after this part due to the interaction and sharing after the seminar
is over. This is where we all learn!!
Typically the questions and answers go on until 4:00+ often there
is a group that goes out to dinner after and we can relax and
discuss dog topics.
Recouping Your Clubs Costs:
Here is an example of fees to charge participants, if the club
is picking up the total tab. Remember for seminars, many clubs
go in with other breed, all breed clubs or training clubs to cover
costs.
25 people @ $25 = $625
25 people @ $35 = $875
25 people @ $45 = $1125
35 people @ $35 = $1225
45 people @ $25 = $1,125
45 people @ $35 = $1,575
50 people @ $35 = $1750
There is no limit to the number of people allowed to attend this
seminar be it 2 people or 2,000 it is up to the club. Most people
are willing to pay $35 - $50 for an all day seminar and $20 -
$30 for a lecture - especially if there is are handouts and a
lunch.
If your club does not have many resources consider getting sponsors
from your community to contribute be it - beverages and snacks
for the breaks or actually money for your program itself. One
dog club that I worked with held dog treat bake sales to raise
their funds.
INVOLVEMENT IN DOGS:
Linda Arndt
9000 E Susan Lane
Albany, IN 47320 - phone: 765-789-4519
Blackwatch Kennels (Great Danes/Pugs)
- GrDaneLady@aol.com
Educational Website - www.GreatDaneLady.com
Nutritional articles and feed programs for all breeds with focus on
large/giant breed problems.
Occupation: University Professor
Emeritus ~ Educator/Researcher - 34 yrs
Owner: Blackwatch Nutritional Consulting, LLC.
Dog Involvement: Professional Breeder
- 34 years
- exhibiting dogs ~ producing champions in conformation /obedience
- breeding Great Danes - Pugs - Borzoi - Whippets
- raising/training
- educating on care and feeding of canines
Specialty: Canine Nutritional Consultant to:
- breeders
- pet owners
- trainers
- groomers
- veterinarians
- humane organizations
- dog food manufacturers
- pet supplement manufacturers
- canine health care providers
- internet educational sites for pet owners
Lecturers / Seminars / Consultant
- AKC All-Breed Kennel Clubs and Breed Clubs
- National Specialty Educational Programs
- Training Clubs
- Humane Organizations
- Veterinarians
Holistic pet food and supplement companies
Developed : www.GreatDaneLady.com
educational website and the Blackwatch
Feed Programs - a comprehensive approach for Adults and Puppy
- (Endorsed by the Great Dane Club of America, Inc. in their
Health and Welfare Manual and used in a variety of breeds)
Research:
Canine Orthopedic Diseases - (HOD, OCD, PANO etc) 1989- 1996 - Organized
the National Bone
Disease Survey in Danes - recorded 5237 cases of orthopedic
diseases due to:
- poor quality diets
- under/over supplementation
- improper feeding practices according to AFFCO, OFA, AAVM
- antibiotic reactions
- vaccine reactions
University Research - Ball State University
- Effects of Phyto-Nutrient Supplementation on Canines
- Responses of Animals to Antioxidant Supplementation when
exposed to radiation treatments for cancer
Author Canine Care and Nutritional
Articles ~ 28 years
- Great Dane Reporter Magazine (International)
- Great Dane World Magazine - (International)
- numerous pet care magazines
- USA ~ Nutritional Articles Published ~breed magazines
- Whole Dog Journal
- Pet Industry News
Irish Setter, Irish Wolfhound,
Whippets, St. Bernards, Labradors, Sighthouds Review, Komondor,
Kuvaz, Mastiff, Poodle, Bernese Mt.Dogs, Fila, Bull Mastiffs,
Golden Retrievers, Dalmatians, Boxers, Pugs, American Bull
Dogs, German Shepherd Dog, Collie, Shetland Sheepdog.
Overseas ~ Nutritional Articles Published ~ Great Dane & All
Breed magazines
England, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand,
South Africa, Europe, Brazil, Argentina, Netherlands, Finland,
Korea, India.
Lectured:
- Hoosier Great Dane Club, Inc.
- Great Dane Club of America, Inc.
- AKC - Muncie Kennel Club Inc. - Secretary (1987-2006)
- AFA - Humane Organization (founding member 1976)
Owner ~ 2 Educational Canine Discussion Groups - Internet for Mentoring
of new breeders.
