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This is the second year that St. Hubert's Sports Club has been recognizing the youth of America and rewarding them for their volunteer time. This year's award went to a lovely young man - Matthew Clarkin - for his continued help at our CDSP trials. He works the room, he helps set up, he keeps things moving and he's a character, making us all laug… read more

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When we were children, if we asked why we had to do something, the most popular answers was????? "Because I said so." Well, it may work for children, it it certainly doesn't work for adults. So, when we are teaching adults to learn anything new, we must tell them why it is worth their while in learning what we teach. How can it benefit them? … read more

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Teaching adults is much more difficult than teaching children. Children, like puppies and kittens, are like sponges. They take it in and, taking it in is the primary goal. When we teach adults, we are working with people with more life experiences than children. Adults can filter information out if they don't find it useful to them. They look … read more

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I have to admit, this audience was one of the best that I have spoken to in a while. They were like sponges, wanting more and more information on canine body language and how to deal with problems. Pet Sitters are so critical in our lives and many of them get into the business simply to care for pets. In the past, there really hasn't been much e… read more

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I've always loved my jobs. But, this job peaks everything else. Our President is "way cool" - - isn't that professional- - and I love working for this shelter for so many reasons. The dreams that the shelter has is exactly what can help so many. And, our President makes dreams come true for us all. As a result, it keeps us focused and going. I… read more