This One is for Becca

We know how much Becca loved cats as well as dogs. Couldn't resist. This one is for you!

 

Dog Shaming (Agility Edition)

Have you seen these shameful dogs? How naughty! Our dogs often do things that we wish they wouldn't. Sometimes it's because they could really use more practice  at a particular skill (recall). Other times, it's just dogs being dogs. How many of our dogs have run out of the agility ring or "fouled the course?" It may help to have your pup do a sniff walk before an agility event to become familiar with her surroundings. Taking pup out for a longer potty walk may also help where fouling the course is concerned. However, these things happen to dogs and handlers of ALL levels! I think the best thing is to never give up and look forward to your next event together. Check out more shamed dogs at:

http://dog-shaming.com/.

This posted was contributed by Maria.

We Are Going To Miss You!

As many of you know, Becca Anderson has been the foundation behind what has now become Zoomdog Agility and Sports in Cache Valley. Through not only her love of animals, but also her desire for dog owners to have opportunities to build a bond between themselves and their animals; we now have agility classes, flyball classes, and some obedience training classes available to provide us with hours of fun and bonding with our fury friends/family members.

Becca and her husband Shaun have both recently graduated from college and accepted positions in their fields of study outside of Cache Valley. We owe so much to these two wonderful people and will miss them greatly.

We wanted to express our sincere love and appreciation for what you have left for us to carry forward. We will always remember and appreciate you, and expect visits and updates often.

from the bottom of our hearts!

More Information About Flyball

Here is a great youtube flyball documentary. It's about 10 minutes in length, but VERY informative:

Fall Class Schedule

We will begin holding classes at the Cache County Fairgrounds. When weather permits, we will be holding classes on the west side of the Fairgrounds across from the Logan Aquatic Center. If we are forced inside, we will be meeting in the 4H building (the first building on the north west side - white). If there are no activities being conducted at the Fairgrounds, you will be able to park right near where we will be holding classes.

Tuesday Classes: Begin September 11

ALPHABET DRILLS - 5 P.M. ($30)

Advanced agility drills based on the letters of the alphabet (prerequisite courses required, contact Maria)

AGILITY FOR FUN - 6 P.M. ($30)

Advanced agility sequencing and trial preparation (prerequisite courses required, contact Maria)

OFF LEASH RELEASE AND RECALL - 7 P.M. ($75)

Intermediate and beginner off leash work

Saturday Classes: Begin September 15

FLYBALL - 9 A.M. ($30)

Advanced ongoing drills and box work for flyball

INTRODUCTION TO AGILITY - 10 A.M. ($75)

Beginner introduction to all obstacles (evaluation required, if not completed, contact Maria)

PRACTICE/OPEN - 11 A.M. ($5/session)

Advanced and intermediate practice session (Participants may sign up weekly)

Pricing

Club members receive a 20% discount for classes ($60)

Agility for Fun and Practice/Open are $5 per session outside, $10 per session inside

Club members pay $10 for mini trials. Non-members pay $15 for mini trials

Club membership provides a 20% class discount, 10% gourmet discount, and workshops held after club meetings are free for members ($5 for non-members)

Post contributed by Maria

Animal Fair & PoochPalooza

Be sure and save the date! There will be mini workshops, mini agility trials (beginning at 9 a.m. Saturday morning), pet psychic, games, and lots of fun.

Invite friends, family, neighbors, and of course your furry friends.

Awesome Run

Look how close each obstacle is to the next. This was interesting.

And, oh yes, awesome Sheltie!

Flyball and Recall

Zoomdog’s flyballers are well on their way!  Our flyball class is continuing to impress and improve.  Our ongoing flyball circuit will focus on box turns and building up to the four required jumps.  Did you know that flyball is more about how well your dog recalls than it is about how much they like to actually play with the ball?  Our flyball dogs are really enjoying this fast action sport.  Thanks to all who participate!

Tunnel Fail

Who's Dog is This?

This blog post is contributed by Maria.

Amazing Dog Tricks

Have you ever thought about teaching your dog a new trick? Here are some amazing dogs performing some pretty fun tricks.

2012 Top 10 Pet Toys

There are some fun products in this review:

Congratulations to Lee and Bailey

This team was a dream to watch! Lee and Bailey competed in their first sanctioned trial on July 21st. Bailey was up against some pretty tough competition in all her events, but she ran the agility, weaves and jumps, and steeplechase courses like a champ. Bailey and Lee qualified (clean run) during each run and even took first place in weaves and jumps.

Congratulations on a job well done to this amazing team!

This post was contributed by Maria.