NADAC Agility: Corvallis
July 3/4/5, 2009
Sponsored by: Riverbend Agility Dogs
FMI: Jackie Loesser Jackie@blackdog.cc
Mixed breeds are welcome at NADAC trials but you must have a registration number in advance. FMI: click on the NADAC link above.
NADAC Agility: Belgrade
July 10/11/12, 2009
Sponsored by GotDog? Agility
FMI: Lark Polari, EM: lark@ttc-cmc.net
Mixed breeds are welcome at NADAC trials but you must have a registration number in advance. FMI: click on the NADAC link above.
ASCA All Breed Stockdog Trials (360 runs): Frenchtown
July 10-12, 2009
Cow Country Classic sponsored by ASC of Montana
Judges: Wayne Harris, Brad Warren, Devona Myrick
FMI: Secretary: Tom Morarre tmorarre@msn.com
Premium will be posted soon on the ASC of Montana website.
Fun Match: Obedience/Rally: Ft. Missoula
July 12, 2009
This is a good chance to spend quality time with your dogs, meet some nice people and see how prepared your dog is for the upcoming shows. We can always use help in setting up, stewarding, judging etc. too. Please notify ahead of time if you want to do rally due to the amount of time it takes to set up the courses.
FMI: Sue Neff 549-2379.
AKC Obedience/Rally/Agility: Billings
July 17/18/19 – Yellowstone Valley KC, Yellowstone Boys & Girls Ranch
Sponsored by Yellowstone Valley Kennel Club
FMI: Susanne Belger, 208-521-8872, suzanne@desertmountainpromotions.com
Pointing Dog Training Foundation Seminar: Bozeman
July 17-19, 2009
Presented by Rick Smith
Hosted by Montana Brittany Club & Montana German Shorthaired Pointer Club
FMI: Rick's Website
NADAC Agility: Helena
July 24/25/26, 2009
Premium here: Arf and Running Agility Club
FMI: Stuart Fuller, EM: s.fuller@bresnan.net
Mixed breeds are welcome at NADAC trials but you must have a registration number in advance. FMI: click on the NADAC link above.
AKC Agility: Corvallis
July 31/Aug. 1/2 – Diamond A Arena
Sponsored by Five Valley Kennel Club
FMI: Ellen Calnan, (406)-251-7186 lnrose22@hotmail.com
Dog Days Summer Camp Hikes: Bozeman
August dates TBA: Two days of hiking in SW Montana.
FMI: www.pawsandpeople.net or nancy@pawsandpeople.com
AKC VST Tracking Test: Missoula
Aug. 9, 2009
Big Sky Tracking Dog Club of Montana
University of Montana
FMI: Sally Zimmerman brvdogs@gmail.com
NADAC Agility: Butte
Aug. 15/16, 2009
Sponsored by: Dog Star Agility
FMI: Ronda Coguill, EM: rondo231@earthlink.net
Mixed breeds are welcome at NADAC trials but you must have a registration number in advance. FMI: click on the NADAC link above.
Agility Fun Match: Trout Creek
Sponsored by: Sanders County Huckleberry Hounds (a new group!)
Saturday, Aug. 15, 2009
Inagural agility Fun Run, Huckleberry Hounds Agility CLub of Sanders County, Trout Creek, MT. (NW Montana on HWY 200, about 60 miles east of Sandpoint, ID and 110 miles NW from Missoula). 8 runs: 4-AKC and 4-NADAC style courses, outdoors on grass. $5 first run, $2 each subsequent run or $18 for all. Fun Run being held during Trout Creeks famous annual Huckleberry Festival weekend with crafts, food, music and fun!
FMI: Jan Manning, 827-6385, thedogtalker@blackfoot.net
Hunt Test Seminar: Three Forks
Aug. 20, 2009
FMI: Nancy Lane 406-989-2480 or lzyharts@midrivers.com
AKC Obed/Rally: Gt. Falls
Sept. 4/5/6, 2009
Great Falls DTC, Great Falls Fairgrounds
FMI: Cathy Mason or Nancy Loendorf at F & L Pet Resort, (406) 452-6828 or pets@flpetresort.com
NADAC Agility: Butte
Sept. 5/6/7, 2009
Sponsored by: Riverbend Agility Dogs/Dogstar Enterprises
FMI: Jackie Loesser Jackie@blackdog.cc
Mixed breeds are welcome at NADAC trials but you must have a registration number in advance. FMI: click on the NADAC link above.
All Breed Herding Clinic: Vaughn
Sept. 5-6, 2009
Instructors: Cathy Hartley & Susan Overfield
Cost: $150 per dog/handler for a single day
$275 per dog/handler for both days
Novice to advanced dog instruction in stock work.
FMI: Overfield Kennels
FMI: (406) 467-3277 or 800-658-4889 email: stockdog@3riversdbs.net
NADAC Agility: Belgrade
Sept. 11/12/13, 2009
Sponsored by: Galloping Dog Agility
FMI: Lark Pollari, EM: lark@ttc-cmc.net
Mixed breeds are welcome at NADAC trials but you must have a registration number in advance. FMI: click on the NADAC link above.
AKC Breed/Obed/Rally: Helena
Sept. 17/18, 2009
Lewis & Clark Co. Fairgrounds
Gallatin Dog Club
FMI: Onofrio
AKC Breed/Obed/Rally: Helena
Sept. 19/20, 2009
Lewis & Clark Co. Fairgrounds
Helena Montana Kennel Club
FMI: Onofrio
TDAA Agility Trials: Belgrade
Sept. 26/27, 2009
Sponsored by: Galloping Dog Agility
FMI: Lark Pollari, EM: lark@ttc-cmc.net
Mixed breeds are welcome at NADAC trials but you must have a registration number in advance. FMI: click on the NADAC link above.
AKC Agility: Helena
Oct. 2/3/4, 2009
Helena Montana Kennel Club, Inc.
Check the HMKC website for the premium.
Excellent only on Fri.
FMI: Heidi Mann crazyk9s@usa.net
NADAC Agility: Kalispell
Oct. 10/11, 2009
Sponsored by: Glacier Chasers
FMI: Carol Scranton, EM: quickpaws@centurytel.net
Mixed breeds are welcome at NADAC trials but you must have a registration number in advance. FMI: click on the NADAC link above.
NADAC Agility: Billings
Oct. 10/11, 2009
Sponsored by BRAG
FMI: Barb Berry, EM: jumps_and_weaves@yahoo.com
Mixed breeds are welcome at NADAC trials but you must have a registration number in advance. FMI: click on the NADAC link above.
NADAC Agility: Helena
Oct. 23/24/25, 2009
Premium here: Arf and Running Agility Club
FMI: Stuart Fuller, EM: s.fuller@bresnan.net
Mixed breeds are welcome at NADAC trials but you must have a registration number in advance. FMI: click on the NADAC link above.
NADAC Agility: Belgrade
Dec. 4/5/6, 2009
Sponsored by GotDog? Agility
FMI: Lark Polari, EM: lark@ttc-cmc.net
Mixed breeds are welcome at NADAC trials but you must have a registration number in advance. FMI: click on the NADAC link above.
NADAC Agility: Belgrade
Jan. 1/2/3, 2010
Sponsored by GotDog? Agility
FMI: Jeannie Biggers, EM: jbiggers@rmtcinc.com
Mixed breeds are welcome at NADAC trials but you must have a registration number in advance. FMI: click on the NADAC link above.
NADAC Agility: Belgrade
Jan. 22/23/24, 2010
Sponsored by: Galloping Dog Agility
FMI: Lark Pollari, EM: lark@ttc-cmc.net
Mixed breeds are welcome at NADAC trials but you must have a registration number in advance. FMI: click on the NADAC link above.
NADAC Agility: Helena
Mar. 5/6/7, 2010
Premium here: Arf and Running Agility Club
FMI: Stuart Fuller, EM: s.fuller@bresnan.net
Mixed breeds are welcome at NADAC trials but you must have a registration number in advance. FMI: click on the NADAC link above.
NADAC Agility: Belgrade
Mar. 26/27/28, 2010
Sponsored by: Galloping Dog Agility
FMI: Jeannie Biggers, EM: jbiggers@rmtcinc.com
Mixed breeds are welcome at NADAC trials but you must have a registration number in advance. FMI: click on the NADAC link above.
NADAC Agility: Belgrade
July 9/10/11, 2010
Sponsored by GotDog? Agility
FMI: Jeannie Biggers, EM: jbiggers@rmtcinc.com
Mixed breeds are welcome at NADAC trials but you must have a registration number in advance. FMI: click on the NADAC link above.
NADAC Agility: Helena
July 23/24/25, 2010
Premium here: Arf and Running Agility Club
FMI: Stuart Fuller, EM: s.fuller@bresnan.net
Mixed breeds are welcome at NADAC trials but you must have a registration number in advance. FMI: click on the NADAC link above.
NADAC Agility: Belgrade
Sept. 11/12, 2010
Sponsored by: Galloping Dog Agility
FMI: Cindy Conner, EM: bigskygarden@hotmail.com
Mixed breeds are welcome at NADAC trials but you must have a registration number in advance. FMI: click on the NADAC link above.
NADAC Agility: Helena
Oct. 29/30/31, 2010
Premium here: Arf and Running Agility Club
FMI: Stuart Fuller, EM: s.fuller@bresnan.net
Mixed breeds are welcome at NADAC trials but you must have a registration number in advance. FMI: click on the NADAC link above.
NADAC Agility: Belgrade
Dec. 3/4/5, 2010
Sponsored by GotDog? Agility
FMI: Jeannie Biggers, EM: jbiggers@rmtcinc.com
Mixed breeds are welcome at NADAC trials but you must have a registration number in advance. FMI: click on the NADAC link above.
Kennel Clubs, Training Clubs, & Classes:
Billings/Laurel/Molt area
Service Canines of Montana trains service dogs for people with disabilities. I am also Program Director for Prison Paws for Humanity, at the Montana Womens Prison. We take in rescues, and obedience train them. We will train Service Dogs under Service Canines in the Prison. We also take in Privately owned dogs for obedience training.
FMI: call Deb Bouwkamp, 669-3149 or EM to sercom@ttc-cmc.net
Agility taught by Jennifer McCandles: agility classes, puppy confidence classes, and manners classes at the Animal Lodge Pet Resort.
FMI, EM to jmccandl@usadig.com
Kritterkare's Paws-a-tively Canine! offers group classes for puppies to adults. Year round classes offered include HeadStart for all ages, Puppy Kindergarten, Basic, Intermediate and Advance training. Freestyle/Heel to Music, Rally-O and Conformation classes are offered also during the winters. Puppy Pre-Agility, Agility Foundation Ground Work and Herding Foundation are offered during the summers. In-Home Behavior Counseling and Private Lessons are available for dogs, cats and other pets. Contact Helene Tiefenthaler, CPDT, IAABC Assoc., APDT Professional at kritterkare@cablemt.net or call (406) 628-6140.
Bozeman
Galloping Dog Agility Club
Agility Classes all levels. Contact Renee Gaugler rgaugler@firsthorizon.com or call (406)-580-7397.
Paws and People Dog Training Business
Building a better relationship through positive training. We offer Puppy Socialization, Group Classes, Privates and Consultations. All classes are clicker based, were we learn communication instead of domination.
Contact Nancy Tanner at nancy@pawsandpeople.com
K9FUNdamentals: offers Puppy Kindergarten, Foundation Skills for Agility and Competition,and Family Manners classes in the Bozeman area. Learn how dogs learn through a balanced approach to training that emphasises motivational
training using play, treats and toys. Make learning fun and rewarding for both partners while building a foundation for competition or companionship. Contact Sami Jones at lodestar@mcn.net or call (406)-388-1047.
Anduril Dog Training & Boarding: offering community obedience classes. Contact Rob & Cara Greg Greger at RobGreger@AOL.COM or call (406)-585-7817.
Bozeman Agility Classes: taught by Nancy Creel: Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Contact Nancy Creel at nmcreel@bresnan.net or call (406)-522-7748 to see if there are openings in classes.
SmartPets Dog Training: Gentle training for family dogs of all ages and stages! Focus on relationship building, socialization, beginning through advanced obedience commands and household manners. Group and private lessons available at Bozeman PetSmart. Contact Amy Brupbacher at 406-580-0872 or killianbru@gmail.com
Montana Academy of Dog Training
FMI: Davina K. Schoen (406) 994-0809 or dksmadt@msn.com
Butte
Dog Star Enterprises:
Agility classes on Thursday evenings at 5:15 pm, private and semi private lessons from 6 until 8 pm, puppy basic manners classes (two levels) on Tuesday evenings, and agility practice for dogs currently competing on Sunday mornings.
Rally Obedience is for all dogs mixed & purebred. Handlers & dogs negotiate a course with signs indicating simple behaviors to be performed. Dogs are on leash & handlers may talk to, encourage, and praise their dogs during the entire time they are in the ring. Interested?
We also offer pre-agility and tracking lessons on request.
FMI: Pam Kaye at (406) 491-1496 or Judy Strom at (406) 490-4836.
Email: pamnrich@bigskyhsd.com or quarksmom@jeffbb.net
Dillon
Happy Hounds Training, Inc. offers puppy socialization and foundation dog obedience classes on Tuesday evenings and beginning agility on Wednesday evenings. All classes are taught using positive teaching methods to create confidence and support successful behaviors in our canine pals. Private lessons and consultations are also available.
FMI: Linda Lyon at (406) 683-2878 or llyon99163@yahoo.com
Statewide
ASC of Montana (the Montana affiliate) of the Australian Shepherd Club of America (ASCA®), is a breed club for Australian Shepherd fanciers, trainers, competitors, and breeders. The objectives of our club are to promote the natural qualities of Australian Shepherds and provide educational and competitive opportunities for their owners. We sponsor educational events as well as dog competitions and dog shows. With the exception of conformation shows, our activities are open to all breeds. Club members have access to various dog training resources, activities and facilities all across Montana. Our members live all over the state. If you have an interest in Aussies or dog sports and would like to know more, you may visit our website at ASC of Montana
Great Falls
Great Falls Dog Training Club is an all breed obedience club licensed by the AKC serving North Central Montana.
Electric City KC The Electric City Kennel Club is an All-Breed Conformation and Obedienc Club licensed by The American Kennel Club.
Russell Country Dog Training Club is an all-breed obedience club licensed by the United Kennel Club.
FMI: Corine Lindhorst, (406) 454-3598 or hiplain@mt.net
F&L Pet Resort Inc.
Agility, Obedience, CGC
See: Calendar of Events
FMI: (406) 452-6828 or Cathy at 899-1118.
EM: cathy@flpetresort.com
Helena
Helena Montana Kennel Club, Inc.
Check the HMKC website for information on obedience/agility classes taught by the HMKC.
FMI: call Vicki Maclean at 442-1918.
Arf and Running Agility Club: NADAC
Rita Munson: Obedience call (406)-442-1756 or EM to munmr@ixi.net
Kim Gould: Obedience/Agility
Beginning/Advanced pet classes and Novice Competition Obedience. CGC Classes: to prepare & earn your Canine Good Citizen certificate
Therapy Dog Classes, Tricks Classes
Agility: Beginning, Advanced, and Open (competition to prepare for AKC, USDAA and NADAC agility titles) classes.
FMI call Kim at (406)-227-5408 or EM to dogtrainer@mt.net for complete class schedules.
Kalispell/Flathead Valley Area
Darcy's Dog Obedience and Good Manners Classes
Regular group classes in Dog Obedience and Good Manners. Classes focus on socialization and positive reinforcement.
Darcy is a a certified CGC tester. Private lessons also available.
Call 406-752-4460 or EM to Darcybob@centurytel.net
Missoula
Five Valley Kennel Club is an AKC All-Breed Club sponsoring conformation, rally, lure coursing, obedience, agility and carting. FMI see our website.
Handling/Conformation classes Wed. nights from 6 pm to 7pm. Held at Neff's Animal Specialties, Benton Rd off of Reserve.
FMI: susan@shadowalk.com
Private Handling Lessons & Litter evaluations: by Susan Lassila of Shadowalk Kennels in Stevensville
FMI: susan@shadowalk.com
A Rover Runs Through It (ARRTI) is an agility club that owns a full set of equipment, trains together, and holds several trials a year. Guests and visitors are always welcome, and new members as well! FMI visit their website.
All Dogs Training offers individualized private lessons and dog training including Puppy Start Up, Home and Street Manners, Reliable Recall Program, Problem Behavior Modification and Clicker Training. Please contact Sarah Gibson at sarah@alldogstraining.biz or call 406-327-7996.
Treasure State Dog Training is offering obedience classes using "individual" appropriate methods. Puppy, Beginner, CD Prep, Rally and CGC Classes are available. FMI: Erin Barr treasurestate_dogtraining@yahoo.com or cell phone (406) 239-2379.
Generation Canine: offers group classes and private lessons for dogs of all ages. Check the website for a complete list of classes or a schedule.
FMI: contact Lora O'Connor at (406) 543-2633 or e-mail to generationcanine@yahoo.com
Beginning and Advanced Tracking Classes are available in Missoula. Group classes as well as private and semi private lessons are available. FMI contact Teressa Keenan at 406-721-3309 or email to rioghail@msn.com
Dog Training Solutions
My goal is to improve your ability to communicate with your pet while teaching a variety of practical behaviors that make life for both of you more enjoyable.
FMI: contact Brian Haller at (406) 370-4481 or e-mail to brian@mtdogtraining.com
Stevensville
Riverbend Agility Dogs offering basic and advanced obedience, puppy classes, agility, Rally-O as well as behavioral counseling, boarding and training programs. Contact Jackie Loeser, CPDT at jackie@blackdog.cc or call (401)-381-1945.
Smakwater and Sprezzatura is a full service kennel, providing professional dog boarding, training,and conditioning for all medium to large breed dogs. We specialize in basic obedience training for both the companion dog and sporting / hunting dog. In addition, we offer advanced training for those who are interested in more precise and demanding tasks. Please visit our web site learn more about us.
FMI: Laura at webmail@smakwaterandsprezzatura.com or call 406-207-3515.
Superior
Just Fur Fun Dog Sports offers group classes and private lessons for dogs of all ages, from beginning classes to the most advanced classes in obedience and agility. Classes focus on socialization and positive reinforcement motivational training using play, treats and toys. Bring your naughty dogs here!!!
FMI: Dawn Sandberg at (406)-822-3294 or email: JustFurFunDogs@aol.com
Thompson Falls
Would you like to have fun with other dogs and people, learn to communicate clearly with your dog and give your dog a chance to make new friends? Dogs enjoy the company of their own kind plus it's much easier to learn how to speak "dog" when you can see them talking to each other. We'll cover all the bases; walk nicely without pulling, sit, down, stay, come and bring me a cold one. LOL! Really, we can all learn new tricks and there is nothing more enjoyable than a well mannered canine family member. FMI: Call Donna at 826-4544 or Donna at 745-3401 to register and for an equipment list.
Obedience, Rally, and Agility have arrived in Sanders County! Classes
held Tuesday nights at the high school thru spring, summer and fall.
Absolute beginners start with DOGGY BOOT CAMP, a 3-week class for $40.
After that, drop-in classes in advanced manners and the dog sports
mentioned above are FREE. Classes taught by a professional trainer with
many titles and 20 years' experience in training and dog behavior. For
more info, call Jan Manning, 406-827-6385, or email:
thedogtalker@blackfoot.net
Victor
Hot Cha Kennels
Classes in attention, basic and advanced obedience, tracking, and weight pull. Email for complete class listing.
FMI: Contact Joni Muir jmuir@hrassoc.com or call 406-642-6333.
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