Portland Dog Obedience

20/07/2024

TRAINING CANCELLED 21/7/24
Due to extreme weather forecast and ground already being very wet underfoot we have decided to cancel training tomorrow.
Bek's agility group final session has been rescheduled to 18th Aug as wet ground makes conditions unsafe for dogs and handlers.
Stay warm and we'll see you next week :)

04/07/2024

CLASSES THIS SUNDAY 7 JULY

A reminder that there will be no Grade 1, Grade 2 or Advanced classes this weekend.
Those Grade 1 members who have asked for assessments - Tanya will meet you at the club at 11.00am
FOUNDATION & NEW INTAKE
Normal class at 11.00am. For the newbies joining Foundation please arrive 15 minutes early to toilet your dog and to sign in. Also remember to bring a bag of training treats to reward your dog. Ideally treats should be something soft and cut into small pieces, approx. 1cm square. Cheese, meat roll or kabana are great options 😊
AGILITY WORKSHOP
This weeks workshop will commence at 9.00am

18/06/2024

INTERESTED IN RALLY? … read on 😊
Rally will be part of the trial to be held later in the year. If you are interested in finding out more about it and having a go Lois and Regina will be running an information session next Sunday 23 June at 11.00am. Just head on over instead of going to your regular class.
The below video is one of Roy earlier this year, mistakes and all, but will give you an idea of how it works. You’ll be happy to hear that in the beginner level you get to keep the lead on 😊

08/06/2024

A reminder there is no training tomorrow - long weekend.
Enjoy the break and see you next Sunday :)

06/06/2024

Many of you have heard the whispers but it’s now official 😊 Very exciting for Portland to be hosting a trial again after many years.
Interested in entering your first trial on home ground?? Talk to your instructor about what we can do to help you get there.
It will take a small army of helpers to run the event so if you would like to be involved please let us know 😊

22/05/2024

The club was very proud tonight to receive the Glenelg Shire Club of the Year Award.
As volunteers at the club we really love helping you all to build great relationships with your dogs and thank our wonderful member Paula for nominating the club 🐕

19/05/2024

https://www.preventivevet.com/dogs/how-to-use-a-marker-word-in-dog-training #:~:text=Tips%20for%20Using%20a%20Marker%20Word%20in%20Dog%20Training&text=Aim%20to%20say%20the%20marker,and%20same%20volume%20each%20time.

Good to see such a great turn out on such a drizzly morning. As promised to Foundation group (and for anyone interested) here is a good explanation on the marker word concept that we bang on about so much :)

Using a marker word in dog training is an easy way to tell your dog they got something right. Here are the steps for using a word as a clicker alternative.

08/05/2024

A space has opened up in this 5 block seminar - if you would like to attend please inbox the club.

Just a reminder for those attending the Agility Workshop Series this Sunday that class will start promptly at 12.00. Please take 10 - 15 minutes prior to class to toilet your dog.
For class please bring a large bag of training treats. The treats need to be something soft that can be easily picked up and swallowed by your dog. There will be exercises where your dog has to pick up treats quite quickly so anything that slips down easily is perfect. Cubed meat is ideal.
Also bring along a ball or other motivational toy that your dog enjoys playing with.
Any questions please let us know 😊

04/05/2024

A reminder that training classes are cancelled today 5th May due to most of the committee attending a trick dog trial at Bendigo.
So, challenge is: teach your dog a new trick today that you can show off at training next week!

28/04/2024

Mark Murray who is an establishment dog trainer with over 45 years experience and who has now visited Portland to run very successful seminars has had a re-print of his awesome training guide.
Although it is named for competition it covers the core training requirements including:
Engagement
Focus
Heeling
Stationary Positions
And much more

An awesome resource which is easily understood and breaks down the exercises to ensure you are able to break down the elements of the exercises to teach the correct behaviour.

The club is buying a small supply to have available for members but if you would like to secure a copy please inbox and I will pick up additional copies this weekend in Bendigo. The cost is $55.

Maryanne

27/04/2024

Training is on as normal tomorrow 28th April but please note; training cancelled on 5th May as most of committee are away competing in a trial.

09/04/2024

FULLY BOOKED
The club is excited to offer a 5 week Agility training program to be instructed by Rebekah Foord.

Week 1 - 12 May
Week 2 - 26 May
Week 3 - 23 June
Week 4 - 7 July
Week 5 - 21 July

To be run at either 10.00am or 12.00 noon on training mornings. Time to be confirmed.

Over the course of the program you will learn jumping skills, tunnels, target work, forward focus, start lines, weavers and culminating in putting all the skills together to run a course at week 5.

Bec has over 30 years of experience training agility dogs and gained an Agility Champion Title with her dog Jade.

The cost of the 5 sessions is $100 and there are limited places available so if you are keen inbox the club asap to join the fun!!!

06/04/2024

Tomorrow - Sunday 7th - New Classes commence for Foundation Group - 11am Nelson Park, but come along 10 mins earlier for sign in.
*** See FAQ’s from club fb post dated 31st Jan 24.

Daylight Savings ends tonight - wind that clock back 1 hour and we’ll see you all at correct times tomorrow 🐶🐕🐕‍🦺🦮

05/04/2024

Grade 1 individual assessment/feedback day is on this Sunday for those that put their name on the list.
Otherwise the class will run as usual.

28/03/2024

PDOC would like to wish all our members a very Happy Easter. Enjoy the break from training and see you back on the 7th April.
We'd also like to take this opportunity to highlight the really impressive achievements of several of our members in Obedience and Rally-O trials recently.
It is so great to see all the hard work paying off for these dog and handler teams and most importantly to see how much fun they are having competing and cheering each other on.
Best of luck to our members who are heading to Mt Gambier (Blue Lake Dog Obedience Club) for their Easter trial. If you are over that way drop in and cheer them on! :)

06/03/2024

Peppr would like to let our members know you can enjoy a little extra chillaxing on the couch this weekend. There will be NO training at PDOC this Sunday due to a number of our trainers competing at the dog trials in Warrnambool. We would like to wish all our members competing the best of luck. We will look forward to seeing you all again Sunday week for training. And if you find yourself over in Warrnambool on Saturday or Sunday don’t forget to drop past and cheer them on.

09/02/2024

Woohoo! Training is back on for 2024! Starting tomorrow, Sunday 11th Feb.
*Please note - All dogs must be on lead AT ALL TIMES unless otherwise instructed by a trainer. This includes advanced and Rally-O classes. Please see your trainer if any questions.
*Classes start PROMPTLY at 11 am for Foundation, Grade One and Intermediate. Advanced starts at 10 am. Please arrive a few minutes early for sign in.
*No dogs in sign in area please. If too hot to leave dogs in car please see a committee member for assistance.
*Please bring a large bag of high value treats and/or a toy to reward your dog during training.
*Most importantly, remember to have fun and enjoy learning with your dog!!
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31/01/2024

Foundation Group Intake Dates first half of 2024
*11th Feb
*7th April
*19th May
*7th July
Second half of year tba.
FAQ's:
*Our grounds are at Nelson Park, at the top of Cape Nelson Rd.
*Classes start PROMPTLY at 11 am and run for 30 min
*No need to book, just arrive at least 10 min early to sign in
(please leave your dog in the car/away from sign in area for this)
*First session is free and membership form will be provided at first session
*Annual membership (calendar year) is $50 single/$70 family plus
$2 weekly ground fee whenever you come to training.
*Dogs/puppies must be 16 weeks of age or over and be fully vaccinated (C5)
*Please bring - high value food treats for rewards (something soft and cut into small pieces is best)
*All dogs must be on lead (well fitted flat collar and lead is ideal)
*Our aim is to help you to build your relationship with your dog through reward based training techniques and have some fun at the same time.
*Any further questions please add in comments or message the fb page.
*We look forward to seeing you at PDOC :)

30/01/2024

PDOC hopes everyone has enjoyed the summer break.
We are resuming classes for 2024 on Sun 11th Feb.
This is also the first intake date for our Foundation Group for fully vaccinated dogs/puppies (16 weeks of age and over)
*Class times are 10 am Advanced 11am Foundation, Gr 1 and Intermediate.
*Returning members please note, membership forms will be available to take and fill in at the sign in area.
*Please leave your dog in car/away from sign in area to avoid congestion in this area.
*Further intake dates for Foundation and some info for new/potential members will be posted shortly.
We are very excited to get back into training and to catch up with current members and meet our newcomers. :)

11/01/2024

Puppy Pre-School classes are held separately from the Portland Dog Obedience Dog Club training on a Sunday. For bookings for the below training please contact the number on the flyer 🐾🐕

10/12/2023

The club is very excited to advise that after such a successful training seminar earlier this year with Mark Murray, he will be returning to run another two day seminar the first weekend of February 2024 (3 & 4 February).
He will be available to work with handlers and dogs on any training skills that people might be struggling with or just needing some further guidance on.
If you would like to book a session with Mark, please send the club an inbox advising what you would like to work on and whether you would prefer a one on one session or be in a small group.
The cost is $60 for a one on one session, $50 for two people in a group or $40 for a group of three people. All the sessions run for one hour.
Previously, all the places filled up very quickly so I would encourage you to get in early to secure a place. Sessions will not be confirmed until payment is made. 

Mark Murray is an established trainer with over 45 years of experience coaching dog/handler teams competing in ANKC obedience tracking and IPO. He also works with clients who own dogs with severe behavioral issues.

03/12/2023

03/12/2023

Thank you to everyone who came along today to our end of year celebration. It was so much fun and was a great way to wind up our year. Thank you to Michelle Holcombe for taking the wonder photos 😊

29/11/2023

Don't forget our Fun Day is this Sunday. Come along and celebrate your achievements over the past 12 months. Loads of goodies and doggies treat bags for all. Would be great to see doggies dressed up but looking happier that Roy!!

20/11/2023

We have 1 week or normal training left for the year and then on the 3rd Dec our fun day. Come along and join in some fun games with your dogs who have had such a great year at the club.

03/11/2023

No Training this Melbourne Cup weekend - enjoy your break woofers 🦮🐕🐩🐕‍🦺🐶

21/10/2023

Due to forecast damaging winds 40/45 knots - there will be no training - Sunday 22nd Oct

29/09/2023

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Annual General Meeting

Sunday 8th October 2023
12:15pm
Nelson Park Club Rooms
Light lunch & refreshments provided

If you are interested in a position or a general committee member please inbox the club for issue of nomination form or see club members at training this Sunday.
We would love support from interested members 🦮🐕🐕‍🦺🐩🐾

19/09/2023

No training Sunday 24th Sept due to School Holidays

03/09/2023

https://www.preventivevet.com/dogs/how-to-use-a-marker-word-in-dog-training -word-examples
In Foundation group yesterday we introduced the concept of using a marker word in training.
As promised here is some helpful info.
Happy training 🥰

Using a marker word in dog training is an easy way to tell your dog they got something right. Here are the steps for using a word as a clicker alternative.