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Sharon Ronen Seminar
2009 WUSV World Champion – The First Woman to Win!
Atlanta, GA February 12-14, 2010
Obedience & Protection - 1st Seminar in the United States
Although you may have never heard of Sharon until this year, she has a tremendous amount of experience
ranging from wild animal behavior, pet and sport training, military background, and police work.
● 1st Woman and 1st Israeli to win the WUSV
● A Bachelors degree in Biology
● A Masters degree in Zoology, Animal Behavior
● 1997 until 2009 - K-9 Guide for the police. She was also responsible for the police puppy project.
These puppies became operational attack dogs at the highest level.
● Israeli military in K-9 unit named “Oketz.” She was a developer of new projects, in charge of the puppy
project, and established the S.A.R. program in this unit. She was the first woman K9 handler in this unit and
served there for 2 years.
● Participated in Schutzhund since 1986
● She currently teaches courses and lectures to K9 handlers; police handlers, military handlers, and
civilian handlers.
● This month, she has returned to the university to conduct animal behavior research with different
animals.
● A wife and mother of a four year old daughter
● Sharon pays close attention to the animals she trains, understands what she sees and why the animal is
behaving in a certain way, and has a unique ability to think about creative solutions for each animal and
situation.
This seminar is a must see for women; men who coach women; and helpers
who work with women. See how Sharon deals with control issues, starts a
young dog in protection and exercises she does when she has no helper!
Location: South Metro Atlanta Schutzhund Club, Sharpsburg, GA
Directions: From Atlanta Airport: I-85 South to Exit 51 – Left at stop light onto Hwy. 154 – Go 7 miles
from I-85 – Turn left on Willis Road (stop light) – Go to four-way stop and turn right onto Bob Smith Road –
Club field is on the left about ¼ mile – 245 Bob Smith Road.
Dog Friendly Hotels:
Howard Johnson
1310 Hwy 29 S.
Newnan, GA 30263
Phone: 770-683-1499
La Quinta Inn Newnan
600 Bullsboro Drive
Newnan, GA 30265
Phone: 770-502-8430
Mail registration to and contact information:
Wallace Payne
South Metro Atl. SchH Club (678) 929-7360
P.O. Box 778 wallacepayne@gmail.com (reference: Ronen Seminar)
Senoia, GA 30276
Handler’s Name: __________________________________________________________________________________
Address: _________________________________________________________________________________________
E-Mail Address: _________________________________________ Phone #: ________________________________
If attending with a dog, please answer the following questions:
Name of Dog: ___________________________________________ Titles: ___________________________________
Breed: ___________________________ Sex: M / F Date of Birth: ___________________________
Describe your level as a handler: _____________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________
Types of problems I would like to work on: ______________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________
Please Indicate:
Release Statement: I understand that canine sports and training involve unavoidable risks of injury, loss and disease to persons, dogs and property,
including risks from dogs, spectators, participants, vehicles, equipment, training methods, food, drink and travel.
By signing this form, I certify that my dog(s) are physically and mentally fit for training, competition, contact with the public, dogs and other
participants, have current rabies and other vaccinations and are free from all communicable diseases.
In consideration for the opportunity to participate in or observe training, competition and/or exhibition, intending to be legally bound, I agree as
follows:
(1) I will be fully and solely responsible for the actions of myself, my family and my dog(s) while engaged in any club activities, whether on
club property, tracking fields, training grounds, competitions, shows or any other location;
(2) I will maintain control of and to be responsible for the welfare of my dog(s) during all club activities;
(3) I hereby waive, release, hold harmless and defend this club, its officers, directors, members, guests, club and third-party
trainers/educators, judges, agents, property owners and their successors from any and all claims of loss, injury or disease to myself, my family
members, my property or my dog(s) arising directly or indirectly out of participation in or attendance at any activities of this club whether on or off club
property;
(4) To the fullest extent permitted by law, I shall indemnify, hold harmless and defend this club, its officers, directors, members, guests,
spectators, club and third-party trainers/educators, judges, agents, property owners and their successors from any and all claims of loss, injury or
disease to any other persons, dogs or property arising directly or indirectly out of the participation of myself, my family or my dog(s) in or attendance at
any activities of this club on or off club property;
(5) In case of emergency, the club may in its sole discretion authorize medical treatment for myself, my family or my dog(s);
(6) The club has my permission take and use photographs, videotapes and other recordings of club activities involving myself or my dog(s) for
any lawful purpose without compensation; and
(7) I will abide by club and event rules.
The club hereby disclaims any undertaking or responsibility to protect personal property, including vehicles and contents, equipment, cameras and
valuables, from loss, theft, damage or vandalism. Dues, fees, expenses and tuition are non-transferable and non-refundable.
Signature: _________________________________________________ Date: _______________________________
Make check payable and mail registration to:
Sharon Ronen