High Octane Agility

12/05/2024

Good Afternoon!

Now that Dan and I have wrapped our heads around what an amazing community of dog lovers we are a part of, we thought we would put together some GLOWS from our Saturday trial!
• The small group who helped us work off our turkey and came to help set up on Friday were so fantastic! We could not have done this without you!
• Our amazing judge, Mary Ellen Barry, created such fair, but challenging courses and nested amazingly well. She kept us moving at record speed!!!
• We had so many people bring food that NOBODY could complain they were going hungry.
• Our raffle basket was won by Whitney Heiken!!!
• We raised $500 for Canine Epilepsy! This means so much to us!
• Many of you participated in the rock hunt and our Alice Reichert found an amazing 4 rocks!!!!!
• The workers filled every spot so that our judge didn't get too tired throughout the day!
• We finally were able to say we have a UKI approved tire!!!
• Breakdown and clean up was super fast!
• The same group of people who always lend a hand stayed after on Saturday night to clean up!
• Jo Gryniewicz from www.wildscapesandwhiskers.com took over 4K PICTURES! They will be up on her website for purchase shortly!
This is our FAVORITE trial of the year because of the camaraderie and sense of community it brings to us and everyone who attends! Thank you for all you do for agility but mostly for our dogs, the ones who brought us all together! Thank you for joining us!
Happy Holidays!!

11/28/2024

Did you hear? There's no need to pack your lunch or to hit Wawa on your way to our trial on Saturday. We are having a potluck lunch, compliments of your fellow exhibitors!!! We're also having a basket raffle along with our "Steel's Lessons" rock hunt, All donations and proceeds will benefit Canine Epilepsy Research.

If you find one of the hidden rocks, post it to High Octane Agility & Dog Training facebook group with to gain free entry into the basket raffle.

11/28/2024

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!!!
2 years ago today we opened our new building with an amazing UKI trial!!! Thanks to everyone that helped us to get the building running (and to keep it running)!! We are looking forward to many more years at this location.

10/27/2024

Class registration for our November-December '24 WEEKDAY (Mon-Fri) classes will open this Sunday October 27, 2024 @ 8p for students returning to their same class and/or students registering for a level1 or new class being offered. Please visit our website (https://www.highoctaneagility.com/what-we-offer) and click the appropriate class type you would like to register.
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING STATEMENTS/RULES BEFORE REGISTERING
1: Registration will be open from 8p on Sunday to 8p on Monday (24 hours) ONLY for current students registering for the same number of the same class they are currently enrolled OR for the GENERAL PUBLIC if you are registering for a first level or NEW classes (shown in red font in the class snapshot attached).
2: After 8p on Monday October 28 all classes will be open for registration by the GENERAL PUBLIC.
3: If you are a current student in a class and there are no spots left in that class within the first 24 hours (i.e. someone registered before they were supposed to)….DO NOT REGISTER FOR ANOTHER CLASS OR TIME SLOT. Please email Dan within the first 24 hours and we will figure out the mistake.
Attached is a snapshot of the class offerings for the NOVEMBER/DECEMBER ’24 WEEKDAY class session.
Please email Dan @ [email protected] if you have any questions regarding the schedule.

10/22/2024

Ok FB Hive, we haven't been to Dream Park in years. Can anyone update me on the footing?

10/12/2024

Class registration for our November-December '24 WEEKEND (Saturday/Sunday) classes will open this Sunday October 13, 2024 @ 8p for students returning to their same class and/or students registering for a level1 or new class being offered. Please visit our website (https://www.highoctaneagility.com/what-we-offer) and click the appropriate class type you would like to register.
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING STATEMENTS/RULES BEFORE REGISTERING
1: Registration will be open from 8p on Sunday to 8p on Monday (24 hours) ONLY for current students registering for the same number of the same class they are currently enrolled OR for the GENERAL PUBLIC if you are registering for a first level or NEW classes (shown in red font in the class snapshot attached).
2: After 8p on Monday October 14 all classes will be open for registration by the GENERAL PUBLIC.
3: If you are a current student in a class and there are no spots left in that class within the first 24 hours (i.e. someone registered before they were supposed to)….DO NOT REGISTER FOR ANOTHER CLASS OR TIME SLOT. Please email Dan within the first 24 hours and we will figure out the mistake.
Attached is a snapshot of the class offerings for the NOVEMBER/DECEMBER ’24 WEEKEND class session.
Please email Dan @ [email protected] if you have any questions regarding the schedule.

09/30/2024

I have some classes starting this week that still have a few openings.

Agility Beginner 3 – Wednesday @ 1P
Agility Beginner 3 is our third level of agility class, perfect for dogs who have been working on equipment in Beginner 2 but aren't yet able to tackle full height obstacles. Handlers will be introduced to Elements of Handling, so they can continue to help their dogs progress in the sport.

Agility Bridging the Gap – Wednesday @ 2p
In this class, the instructor will have a sequence setup, but you can work on a particular skill or obstacle that seems to be giving you problems. We strive to create an environment that encourages you to explore and build confidence in both you and your pup.

Agility Beginner 3 – Thursday @ 5p
Agility Beginner 3 is our third level of agility class, perfect for dogs who have been working on equipment in Beginner 2 but aren't yet able to tackle full height obstacles. Handlers will be introduced to Elements of Handling, so they can continue to help their dogs progress in the sport.

Agility Weaves – Thursday @ 6:30p
Our Weaves class will help you take your dog's weave performance to the next level. Your instructor will help to build distance, speed and confidence in weaving with methods tailored to your needs. This class is open to all levels and focuses on learning and reinforcing the weave pole technique (2 x 2 or channels). If you are just starting to train this obstacle, your instructor can do that also! Join us and see the amazing progress your pup can make!

Agility Novice Handling – Thursday @ 8p
Our experienced instructor will work with you and your dog to help perfect the handling techniques seen in Novice/Beginner level agility courses. This course focuses mostly on basic jumps and tunnels but may have an occasional contact, allowing you and your pup to get comfortable with agility handling fundamentals before progressing to more advanced levels. No weaves are used.

If you have any questions regarding these or any of our classes, please reach out via email. If you would like to register for any of these classes, please visit https://www.highoctaneagility.com/agility and click on “Book Current Agility Classes”

Wide variety of agility classes, from beginner to advanced, to help you & your canine teammate reach your goals & have a great time doing it

09/22/2024

Late entries for our upcoming trial on September 28-29 are being accepted. Late entries will be accepted until Tuesday @ 5p. Please visit the trial page at https://k9trialservices.com/HOASeptember2/ to fill out and submit your late entry form.

09/20/2024

Friends with dogs-pet dogs, sport dogs, herding dogs, working dogs, service dogs...please read this!

https://www.avma.org/news/press-releases/cooler-heads-prevail-new-research-reveals-best-way-prevent-dogs-overheating?fbclid=IwY2xjawFZnkJleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHQ47gdPz9PkTEV4Qu-zSPAJ1QgKxSuZr9jY-oos6wMJfBtIu3thV0-1BoQ_aem_gHIv6qUkap91kLL6M5Wsew

New research published in the JAVMA reveals that teaching dogs to voluntarily dunk their heads in water is the most effective method for rapidly cooling them down after exercise.

09/18/2024

Class registration for our October-November '24 WEEKDAY (Monday-Friday) classes will open this Sunday September 22, 2024 @ 8p for students returning to their same class and/or students registering for a level1 or new classes being offered (shown in red font in the class snapshot attached). Please visit our website (https://www.highoctaneagility.com/what-we-offer) and click the appropriate class type you would like to register.

PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING STATEMENTS/RULES BEFORE REGISTERING
1: Registration will be open from 8p on Sunday to 8p on Monday (24 hours) ONLY for current students registering for the same number of the same class they are currently enrolled OR for the GENERAL PUBLIC if you are registering for a first level or NEW classes (shown in red font in the class snapshot attached).

2: After 8p on Monday July 29 all classes will be open for registration by the GENERAL PUBLIC.

3: If you are a current student in a class and there are no spots left in that class within the first 24 hours (i.e. someone registered before they were supposed to)….DO NOT REGISTER FOR ANOTHER CLASS OR TIME SLOT. Please email Dan within the first 24 hours and we will figure out the mistake.

Attached is a snapshot of the class offerings for the October/November ’24 WEEKDAY class session.

Please email me @ [email protected] if you have any questions regarding the schedule.

09/01/2024

🚀 Don't miss out on our Weekend classes! Whether you're into Advanced CGC, Agility, Nosework, Manners or Movement Puzzles, we've got a spot for you. Registrations open for students returning to the same class tomorrow at 8p. Registration opens to the general public on Monday 9/2 at 8p.

Visit https://www.highoctaneagility.com/what-we-offer to select the class type that you are interested in and to register.🐶💥

08/27/2024

Due to a cancellation, I now have one open spot on my Sophomore AKC League Team. We "practice" on select Tuesdays at 10:30a. Visit https://www.highoctaneagility.com/akcagilityleaguefall2024 and click on High Octane Registration for practice dates and more information.

This is a great way to gain "trial" experience in a fun, supportive, "no pressure" environment.

Hope to see you on the team!!!

07/29/2024

🎉 AKC Agility League Team Registration is LIVE! 🐾 🌟 Registration for our High Octane AKC Agility League Fall Season teams is now OPEN! We're thrilled to announce we are offering 5 team options: (1) Freshman level team, (1) Sophomore level team, and (3) Senior level teams. Spots are limited to 8 handler/dog teams per team! 3-4 runs per week!!! Come practice your contacts on a course without the pressure of a trial setting! Run locally - compete nationally. Join the fun today! 🐾



https://www.highoctaneagility.com/akcagilityleaguefall2024

07/27/2024

Class registration for our August-September '24 WEEKDAY Class registration will open tomorrow night at 8p for returning students.Please visit our website (https://www.highoctaneagility.com/what-we-offer) and click the appropriate class type you would like to register.

PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING STATEMENTS/RULES BEFORE REGISTERING
1: Registration will be open from 8p on Sunday to 8p on Monday (24 hours) ONLY for current students registering for the same number of the same class they are currently enrolled OR for the GENERAL PUBLIC if you are registering for a first level or NEW classes.
2: After 8p on Monday July 29 all classes will be open for registration by the GENERAL PUBLIC.
3: If you are a current student in a class and there are no spots left in that class within the first 24 hours (i.e. someone registered before they were supposed to)….DO NOT REGISTER FOR ANOTHER CLASS OR TIME SLOT. Please email Dan within the first 24 hours and we will figure out the mistake.

Below is a snapshot of the class offerings for the August/September ’24 WEEKDAY class session

07/17/2024

🚀🐾🚀Thank you to everyone who ran, donated, and helped with our July 6-7, 2024 SPACE RACE Trial!

Thanks to Katelyn Laufenberg for bringing her A game and judging on Saturday (including our SPACE RACE) and then Sunday jumping in to judge AND help when numbers were small! We all had a great time!!!

***special thanks to those of you who jumped in to help run the trial on both days! ❤❤❤

The SPACE RACE was a special class that thanks to UK Agility International and the creativity of Dan Burke was made into a FUN reality while raising money for Canine Epilepsy!
Congrats to all who ran!!!

Here are the numbers!
💜💜💜Canine Epilepsy Research-$1000 will be sent to AKC earmarked for Canine Epilepsy💜💜💜
$530. Team Entries
$130. Raffle-winners were Joanna Fleming and Mary Ellen Barry (thank you to Peak Performance Canine Rehabilitation and Agility for their donation)
$194. in straight donations
$146. High Octane Agility is donating to make overall sum =$1000

07/17/2024

🚀🐶 Back by popular demand! Say goodbye to recall struggles and join Recallers Anonymous: Building A Reliable Recall at High Octane Agility & Dog Training! 🎉

Instructor Melissa Johnston will guide you through simple and fun games to ensure your pup comes running back every time. Perfect for dogs of all ages, we'll tackle distractions and leash reluctance together! 🐾❤️

📅 4-week class in July/August

🏆 Enroll today and watch your furry friend master recall!

Don't miss out – sign up now! 🐕✨

https://www.highoctaneagility.com/specialty

07/14/2024

HERE IT IS!!!!!
🐶👃 Is your pup ready to put their nose to the test? Join us for the Sniff 'N Go Mock Nosework Trial at High Octane Agility & Dog Training on August 10th! 🌟
From beginners to pros, this event is perfect for all skill levels - including Nosework 1 (Novice), Nosework 2 (Advanced), Nosework 3 (Excellent/Master) and Elite/Detective. 🐾
🗓️ Saturday, August 10th
⏰ 9 AM - 4 PM
💲 $40 per run
🚀 Limited to 50 runs – sign up now!
Let’s see those sniffer skills in action! Register today! 🐾
https://www.highoctaneagility.com/workshops-seminars
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Our Workshops & Seminars offer innovative education opportunities with world-class trainers to help you & your dog reach your goals.

06/26/2024

🐾🌟 Beat the Heat & Train in Style this July 4th! 🌟🐾Calling all High Octane Agility students! Looking for a cool place to practice your dog training homework? 🐶🎓 Our state-of-the-art turf field is available for rental on July 4th!

✔️ 90' x 100' Artificial Turf - Perfect grip and cushioning for you and your pup.
✔️ Air-Conditioned Facility - Train in comfort, even on the hottest days.
✔️ Top-Notch Equipment - Everything you need for agility, obedience, tricks, and more!

Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to hone your skills and bond with your furry friend. Book now and make this Independence Day one to remember for you and your pup! 🎆

📅 Reserve Your Spot Now: https://www.highoctaneagility.com/turf-field-rental