Hi Everybody -
Well, of course, I forgot a few things in the first September newsletter, and now more is going on in October so you need to hear about those things.
We are having a hoot in our "ARF" class on Monday nights. The first Monday night I think they all thought they were NEVER going to finish & that I was TOTALLY NUTS, but we had a much nicer course this past Monday, and we plan to do a "relay" game this coming Monday. Thanks to all of the handlers and dogs for their patience ! I certainly have had fun planning the games & prizes !
OLD NEWS
Season Pass For the Training Center
We will be offering a season pass again for training - obedience and/or agility. Cost is $165 for the 3 months October, November, & December. This allows you to practice anytime there is NOT a class or event scheduled in the building and no time restrictions.. There is a calendar in the building that your time must be recorded on the calendar to reserve your spot. We will still contine to have the punch card system available. Contact Jane if you have any questions.
Teacup Agility Trial
September 13 & 14
We had a great time here this past weekend. We had 23 dogs with 144 runs total for both days. Our judge, Randy Breaden, came from Illinois and had some fun tunnel games and standard courses. We had great food at our potluck, indoors where it was dry, and were done early both days. Thanks to all for coming and pitching in where help was needed!
Agility Match Here
Saturday, September 20th
We will be having an agility match here on Saturday, Sept 20th. Registration will be 9:30 to 10:30 with Runs starting at 10 AM to 1 PM. This will be held in the outside ring with Excellent at 10-11; Open from 11-noon; & novice from noon- 1 pm. Cost is $10 per dog. The $10 entitles you to run a standard course in the big ring; and a modified jumpers course in the small ring. There will be a "judge" in the standard ring but no judge in the jumpers ring. If it is inclement weather, call first and we will have a plan "B".
GTKC Agility Trial
Sept 26, 27, & 28
The trial registration has closed, but Barbara Peters is still looking for volunteers to help any or all 3 days. Friday, the 26th, is for excellent dogs only. All 3 levels will be offered Saturday & Sunday. If you can help, please contact Barbara Peters at dogpatch@charter.net . This will be held at the soccer indoor place off of Hammond Road. Come watch, cheer your friends on, and meet new people! There will be a photographer on the premise.
Canine Good Citizen Testng Coming to the Training Center
We will be having our fall Canine Good Citizen testing here at the training center on Saturday, October 25th. We will be having a practice session on Wednesday, October 15th at 7 PM to go over all the stations of the testing. Cost is $15 per dog for the practice time. You will be assigned a time for the actual test day so that you do not have to sit around for a long time. There will be no therapy dog testing . Registration starts at 9:30 AM on Saturday Oct. 25th with the testing to begin at 10 AM. Cost is $10 per dog and you should bring your original rabies certificate and a comb or brush for the dog. Please register early - spots will fill fast!
Dog Carting Workshop
Saturday, November 1st
A carting workshop will be held here at the training center on Saturday, Nov. 1 Barbara Grob will be here to talk about carting and helping people who have never done carting before, and helping those who have already started the fun sport of carting. This is open to anybody at all levels. There will be carts and harnesses to try from little dogs to big dogs. Mixed breeds are welcome. Working spots with your dog will be limited, so register early. Contact Jane if interested.
Agility Run-thrus
Mary Belanger will be offering run thrus every Tuesday evening at 6 PM til dark, rain or shine, at $10 per dog, $15 for 2 dogs. Dogs must be familiar with equipment to run. Come early and get in as many runs as you can! Outdoors on grass in 100 x 100 fenced in area. Contact Mary for directions to her place - work 946-3646 or email desiree49686@yahoo.com
Young Adult Cats Need Homes
Taking names and numbers for young adult cats. They were dropped off and they are gong to be spayed and neutered. If interested or want more information, please call Linda Witek at 231-879-4227 (Fife Lake area)
NEW ITEMS
Equipment is coming back inside!
The outside equipment will be taken down, and we will have the 8 foot dogwalk inside with the full size teeter. I will be watching weather conditions and after the Traverse City trial, somewhere in there we will move back inside for the winter.
Carting Class
Thursday, Sept. 18th at 7 P.M.
There will be a carting class at Pine Meadows DTC on Thursday, Sept. 18th at 7 PM.
Sled Dog Club
If you are interested in dog sledding, or just want to try it, Contact Kristi Collins 231) 587-1053 for more informaton. This is for anyone - young or old - who likes the outdoors and playing with your dogs!
Rally Classes
I have a few people interested in doing rally classes on Tuesday mornings this fall. Anyone else interested ?
Saturday Classes
Back by popular demand, we will be offering Saturday classes starting October 11. I will be teaching them, and as we have some things planned on Saturdays, we will be meeting 2 Saturdays in October & 2 Saturdays in November. If you need to know specifically which weeks we will meet, contact Jane
Beginning Obedience at the Kaliseum in Kalkaska
Beginning Oct. 20th at 6:15 P.M.
There will be a 6 week beginning obedience class starting October 20th (Monday nights) at 6:15 PM at the Kaliseum in Kalkaska. Cathy Winkler will be teaching the class. For more info contact the Kaliseum at 231) 258-5913.
Howl-O-Ween Party at Pine Meadows DTC
Friday, Oct. 31st at 6:30 P.M.
On Friday night, October 31st, Pine Meadows will be hosting a Halloween party for the dogs ! A special birthday cake is being prepared by Coleene Davidson - only for dogs! A potluck will be at 6:30 PM. Bring your dog in costume and win a prize! Mark your calendar now, get busy designing your dog's costume - and your costume if you want! Don't miss the fun!
CLASS SCHEDULE
MONDAY
6:30 PM til dark Advanced Agility (outside open floor Sept 22 - class resumes Sept 29)
7:30 PM ARF Class Sept 22 last class
7:30 PM Beginning Obedience Starts September 29 - 4 spots left
TUESDAY
2:30 PM Competitive Obedience - Open/Utility level - No class Sept 23
4 PM Competitive Novice Obedience
5:15 PM Intermediate/Advanced Agility
6:15 PM Available - what class would you like to see?
7:30 PM Beginning Agility Starts Sept 23
WEDNESDAY
5 PM - Teacup Agility (Intermediate)
6:15 PM Teacup Agility (Beginners/Adv Beginners)
7:30 PM Teacup Agility (Advanced/open floor)
THURSDAY - No Thursday classes Sept 18 only
1 PM UKC Agility
4 PM Intermediate/Advanced Agility
6:30 PM Intermediate/Advanced Agility
7:30 PM Advanced Beginners/Intermediate Agility
FRIDAY - No classes Sept 26th
10 AM UKC Agility
11:15 AM Advanced Beginners/Intermediate Agility
NEW! SATURDAY - Starting October 11
9 AM Puppy Agility
10 AM Beginning Agility
11 AM Intermediate/Advanced
12:30 PM UKC Agility
That's it for now!
Jane McManus
Pine Meadows Dog Training Center
1-877-276-6215
"Agility will change the course of your life forever"
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