Smarty Paws Agility

05/22/2023

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Credit: Image from Curly Girl Design
You can find this and more over on their FB page Curly Girl Design - defo worth a look!

09/30/2022

With the upcoming closure of Smarty Paws, we will NOT be having a Canine Sports Fair on October 8th.

09/05/2022

We realize that some folks may have missed the announcement that we delayed the canine sports event/fair that was scheduled for September 10th. This was due to concerns over the new strain of Parvo.
We tentatively chose a new date of October 8th. However, there have been reports of the new strain coming into our area.
So at this time we are not certain if we will have the event this fall.
Please stay tuned to this FB page for updated information.
Thanks for your patience and sorry for the confusion!

08/26/2022

Info regarding the new parvo or parvo like virus…

https://www.michigan.gov/mdard/about/media/pressreleases/2022/08/22/update-from-state-vet

Want to know how to contact the Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development? On this page you will find phone numbers, email addresses, snail mail addresses, and online contact forms for everything we do here at MDARD. We even have a complaint form for those of you with complaints.

08/15/2022

PLEASE NOTE- Change in date!
While Smarty Paws is still planning to host the event which was described in the preliminary promo shown below, we have decided to delay the day of the event until Saturday, October 8th!
The reason for this is that we just learned of a new canine respiratory disease which is surging in the Northeastern United States and is beginning to make its way into the Midwest. We decided to wait a few weeks to see if current big shows result in an influx of the disease into our area.
The new date is Saturday, October 9th and it is shaping up to be an awesome Canine Sports Fair, which will highlight such dog activities as Agility, Rally Obedience, Nosework, Disc Dog, Trick Training, Canine Good Citizen, and Freestyle, with additional information on Weight Pulling, FastCat, and Dock Diving.
This event will be promoted on FB pages, but if you know of places where you could hang posters when finalized, please call or text Katy at 715-829-9261.
Thanks and we hope to see you on October 9th!

08/09/2022

Working spots are now filled, but unlimited auditing. Go to www.smartypawsagility.com to register.

08/06/2022

We are planning a fun day for you and your dog on Saturday, September 10th at Smarty Paws. Details will be coming soon. Please let us know if you are interested!

07/29/2022

We are excited to announce this great seminar opportunity coming up August 21st! It is open to all Smarty Paws students, as well as the public. There are limited working spots so don’t wait too long to sign up. Registrations open soon on our website: smartypawsagility.com.

03/28/2022

Check out a great new FB page - Smarty Paws Trick Trainers. Ask to join and get motivated to teach lots of fun new tricks!

02/21/2022

Due to the Winter Weather Advisory, we are canceling some classes. Monday evening classes (2/21) and the Tuesday (2/22) 5:45 pm class are being canceled.
If you are in another Tuesday class or a Wednesday class, you will be hearing from Beth Crowley if your class is canceled. ❄️❄️❄️

02/03/2022

A big thank you to Karen Voss who created a padded bag for our timer display! It will definitely help keep a valuable piece of equipment safe!

02/02/2022

More January 29th ACT Test Congratulations Needed!
In addition to those listed in the previous post for the titles they earned, there are more title earners to highlight. This is because they had earned qualifications at our ACT Test on June 19, 2021.
So…
Congratulations to:
ACT I title: Vanessa Helland and Jesper
ACT II title: Meagan Dahl and Dezi, Jay Waldvogel and Isabella and Karen Thompson and Kasper
ACT II Jumpers Title: Jean Emery and Tori, Jay Waldvogel and Isabella, and Meagan Dahl and Beck

01/31/2022

A great big shout out to everyone who participated in the AKC ACT Test event at Smarty Paws last Saturday. It was wonderful to see the joy and teamwork between handlers and their dogs, as well as the awesome agility skills they are developing!
Congratulations to the following who earned titles at this event:

ACT I - Sally Smith and Raven, Ashten Carver and Roy, Amy Nelson and Daisy, Sue Block and Gus, Jay Waldvogel and Isabella, Tara Bellomy and Bandit, and Meagan Dahl and Beck.

ACT II - Karen Voss and Stella, Karen Thompson and Kasper, and Jean Emery and Tori.

ACT I Jumpers - Mallory Harrelle and Clementine, Ashten Carver and Roy, Addison Connolly and Cooper, Jenna Strebe and Evie, Karen Voss and Stella, Vanessa Helland and Jesper, and Jesica Foster and Who.

ACT II Jumpers - Meagan Dahl and Dezi and Karen Voss and Stella.

And congratulations also to those earning qualifications toward future titles!
Rachel Lesorgen and Woody, Mary Jo Greene and Charlie, Addison Connolly and Cooper, Jean Emery and Tori, Meagan Dahl and Beck, Jenna Strebe and Evie, Vanessa Helland and Jesper, Jay Waldvogel and Isabella, Sally Smith and Raven, and Amy Nelson and Daisy.

And a big thank you to all those who helped make the day a success! Lisa Herrmann, Juanita Peck, Patti Houser, Rosanne Lindholm and all the participants. parents, spouses and friends who jumped into volunteer roles. 👏🐾

12/29/2021

Smarty Paws Agility will be offering AKC ACT (Agility Course Tests) on Saturday, January 29, 2022
Need not be a Smarty Paws student to participate.
Please email [email protected] with questions and to request a registration form. All registrations must be received by January 24 (no day of event registrations accepted). See attached flyer. Registration forms will also be available at Smarty Paws.

12/09/2021

Jacque Hoye Seminar is Cancelled for this Friday. Please check you email for reschedule date.

12/09/2021

We have added an AUDITING option to the “Tunnels and Weaves - Upping Your Game” seminar. Please read about this opportunity in the new flyer.

12/09/2021

Last minute opening in a Jacque Hoye Speedy Jumpers Seminar this Friday, Dec 10th from 8:00 am to Noon.

If interested contact Kimberly Line-Berget by email at [email protected]

12/08/2021

Announcing a great seminar opportunity!

12/01/2021

Looking for an awesome Christmas gift for your favorite dog lover? Consider a gift certificate for use at Smarty Paws. You can choose to purchase a certificate or certificates for any amount. Redeemable for class fees, seminar fees, private lessons or merchandise.

11/30/2021

We now have “Santa Paws ornaments” available for purchase at Smarty Paws for varying amounts. 100% of the proceeds collected goes to the Eau Claire County Humane Association. This a great cause and will make a wonderful addition to your holiday decorations!

10/28/2021

Open gym is starting up for the winter months! Plans are to offer every other week depending on demand. First one scheduled for Thursday October 28th @ 5:30.
The particulars:
1. Have to be a current student
2. Can only use the equipment you’ve covered in class
3. Cost is $10 for a minimum of two 2 minute sessions. The ring is yours to train as you wish during that time. A course will be set up but you could also work on distraction training or skill training.
4. Minimum of 4 students. Maximum 10 per hour. If more than 10 people are interested, we can add another hour. If less than 4 would still like to train, rates are: 3 students @ $13.50, 2 @$20, 1 @$40.
5. Sign up can be done by texting Patti @715-704-0043 or by going to the Facebook group Smarty Paws Open Gym and putting in your request. Please include your name, jumping height (if applicable).

10/08/2021

A huge thank you to Brian Line-Berget for building our new ring dividers! They are awesome and, Brian, your handiwork is greatly appreciated!