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EDUCATIONAL SEMINARS

Carmen Battaglia

Structure, Movement and Pedigree Analysis (with stick figures)

There will be two sessions as listed below on Wednesday, October 15, 2025:

• Structure and Movement
• Pedigree Analysis (with stick figures)

This is a must-see seminar for any novice or serious breeder, and is open to GDCA members and non-GDCA members alike.

Seminar contents:

• Principles of Movement
• Movement types
• Why dogs are built the way they are
• How to analyze and code pedigrees

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Guy Fisher, Manager – AKC Club Development & AKC Government Relations

AKC 101 Show Chair Seminar / AKC Club Development

This seminar will be held on Tuesday, October 14, 2025 and will cover the following topics:

• Understanding AKC Event Applications
• Superintendent or Show Secretary
• Premium Lists
• Judging Schedules
• Show Manual
• Offering Multiple events on a weekend
• Club Membership
• Club Relations
• Legislation
• Maximizing AKC’s reach to your club’s benefit

There is no charge for this seminar. To reserve your spot, please put the seminar in your cart and indicate your club affiliation in the order notes when you check out.

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Dr. Donna L. Gigliotti

Animal Chiropractic from the Whelping Box to Old Age

This 2-hour seminar will be held on Wednesday, October 15, 2025 and will cover the following topics:

* How the nervous system is involved in the proper functioning of the immune system, digestive system, organs, muscles, along with joints and movement

* how irritation caused by misalignments/blockages in the body can lead to behavior changes

* how interruptions to nervous system can occur from trauma (birth, accidents, injuries), environmental stresses, chemical stresses and emotional stresses

* about the role Chiropractic can play in helping animal’s brains and nervous systems properly process information

* how Chiropractic can improve the functioning of the entire nervous system and allow puppies to older dogs to live their best lives

* how we can help our animals develop a peak performing body and mind throughout life and support them in their older years

Dr. Morgan Agnew, VMD DACT

Pregnancy Management

This seminar will be held on Thursday, October 15, 2025.

Dr. Morgan Agnew founded AVRS in partnership with the Philadelphia Animal Hospital in 2019. Her practice offers the full spectrum of reproductive services to help clients achieve their reproductive plan goals.

Seminar will cover topics such as proper nutrition, appropriate exercise, creating an environment conducive to pregnancy sustainment, and the role veterinary care plays in monitoring, maintenance, and support of pregnancy.

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