Dog Training Club of Chester County (DTCCC)

04/02/2025

In Celebration of DTCCC's 50th Anniversary we want to celebrate the dogs that impact our lives and help make us who we are!

Today's dog is Sadie Rose MACH17 Sadie MXG4 MJS5 MXP3 MXPB MJP2 MJPB XF CGC(6/23/2002 - 3/9/19).
Sadie Rose is loved by Linda Morgan, and was named after an Amish girl that her family met while camping.

Sadie Rose and Linda started Basic Manners in 2003 and Agility training at DTCCC in 2004 with Denise. They started competing in 2005 and earned her first MACH in 2008.

Sadie Rose loved all treats, but as she got older Black Strap Molasses out of a squeeze tube was her favorite treat after he agility runs.

Sadie Rose didn't have one favorite toy, she loved anything with a squeaker.

More about Sadie Rose and her many accomplishments:
Sadie Rose Morgan my Amish Cocker of 17 years crossed to the Rainbow Bridge in 2019. She
was a “once in a lifetime” Agility Teammate and a best friend who loved unconditionally. I
believe she is running like the wind again playing with Casey, Sean and Nash and chasing all
the squirrels she can find. Her accomplishments in Agility are noteworthy-
Canine Good Citizen
MACH 17 ( in the year 2011 - 3 MACH’s and only 9 NQ’s)
ADCH
USDAA Tournament Champion and two time DAM team qualifier
NADAC Titles - EAC, TN-O, OJC, WV-O, TG-O
USDAA Grand Prix Finals 2009 in Arizona - Sixth Place
AKC Invitational participant 2010, 2011, 2012
AKC Invitational 2011 -Third Place in the 12” class
AKC Nationals 2009, 2010, 2014 with 3 Triple Q’s
Westminster Agility - competed 2 years and earned 2 Double Q’s
American Cocker Spaniel Club TOP TWENTY AGILITY - 2008 to 2016
19 Double Q’s and 764 speed points towards a PACH achieved at age 15 and 16
Competed in PA, NJ, NY, DE, MD, VA, NC, OK, FL, AZ, CA, Canada

04/01/2025

In Celebration of DTCCC's 50th Anniversary we want to celebrate the dogs that impact our lives and help make us who we are!

Today's dog is 5 year old Wasabi! Loved by Tamar Paltin

Wasabi - Boundless Up All Night for Good Fun (Tamar was hoping to give her a little spice in the ring) GCH CH CD RE CGCA THDN TKN DCAT FTN

Wasabi loves to retrieve and swim most of all she loves being a therapy dog and visiting kids. Wasabi was included in Tamar's wedding!

04/01/2025

A huge congratulations to our newest trick dogs and their handlers. You’ve showcased incredible skill, creativity, and teamwork in mastering impressive tricks!

Your hard work and dedication are truly inspiring – keep up the fantastic work!

03/31/2025

DTCCC's 50 Days of Dogs! In Celebration of DTCCC's 50th Anniversary we want to celebrate the dogs that impact our lives and help make us who we are!

Today's Dog is STRIKER! Loved by Dede Crough

Patchwork Don't Call Me Shirley "Striker"
Flyball: FM, MBDCh-S, NW2; L1E; L1V; L1I, RATN, Agility: CL1-H, NTD (Novice Trick Dog)10/28/2005 - 7/15/2019

Favorite Food: He was a Sheltie. Food was his favorite food.
Favorite Game: I can throw a frisbee because Striker loved to catch one.
Something Special: He was that unicorn dog: a bombproof rescue Sheltie! Loved everyone, especially little girls, and was happy everywhere he went. I was so lucky to have him.

At one CPE trial, Striker fell in love with the yellow tunnel. He would go in and stop so he could rub his shoulders along the inside. He didn't do that with the green or blue tunnels. In our final class of the trial, the dang yellow tunnel was straight and it still took a while (maybe 20 seconds) for him to come out of it. He missed the tire after that, so rather than complete the judge's course, I decided we'd get that tunnel. It took two more tries to get him to run straight through it, after which I gave him a ton of praise and we walked off the course to cheers and laughs.

03/31/2025

Congratulations to our newest, canine good citizens and their amazing handlers!

Your hard work, patience, and commitment have truly paid off! Keep up the great work and here’s to even more success in the future!

03/27/2025

Did you know that Birch Sugar, which is in so many of our foods, is Xylitol by a different name, and just as dangerous?

Labeled as “xylitol” within an ingredients list, the same plant-derived substance can also be identified as “birch sugar” in others.

03/27/2025

With springtime here, it is time to think about Leptospirosis.

Spring is here! And with that comes a warning about Leptospirosis, a disease caused by infection with Leptospira bacteria.

All dogs are at risk of leptospirosis, regardless of age, breed, lifestyle, geographic location, time of year, and other factors. The following situations can increase that risk:

➡Exposure to or drinking from slow-moving or stagnant water sources, like ponds, rivers, lakes, or streams
➡ Roaming on rural properties (because of exposure to potentially infected wildlife or farm animals or urine-contaminated water sources)
➡ Exposure to wild animals (especially rodents) or farm animals, even if in the backyard
➡ Contact with other dogs (such as in urban areas, dog parks, or boarding or training facilities)

For more information on the signs of leptospirosis, how to prevent it, and more visit: https://bit.ly/4l4VuOn

03/26/2025

Congratulations to our newest graduates from kindergarten and basic manners class!

You've all worked so hard, and it's been a joy to watch you grow into well-mannered pups. From mastering sit to perfecting your polite greetings, you've shown just how smart and capable you are.

Keep up the great work-this is just the beginning of your amazing journey!

03/25/2025

Puppies on new surfaces are like tiny adventurers discovering a new world!

Two paws up and tails wagging, they ran across air platforms feeling their bouncy material. Whether they’re zooming through agility equipment or leaping onto circus dog platforms, their energy is infectious.

Learning is fun!

03/23/2025

Happy National Puppy Day!!! Please comment with a picture of your puppy!

03/19/2025

Are you looking to brush up on your leash walking skills before summer walks are afoot? We have a 3 week course on Leash Walking and Coming when called, beginning Wednesday March 26th at 10:00 AM.

Getting There and Back - the basics of moving

This three week session will focus on the "moving" basics: Primarily leash walking and coming when called. The first week will include basics needed to build those behaviors, attention, targeting, follow me. The class will cover the use of a marker for correct behavior and reward method concepts.

You can register here:https://dtccc.dogbizpro.com/public/registration/index.aspx?schedule=5427

03/15/2025

If you have been hoping to learn about Rally, now is your chance we have an Introduction to the novice level exercises (AKC and Cynosport). Class will cover the basic stationary exercises, heeling turns & pace changes, call fronts and finishes, heeling around cones: spirals, figure 8's & serpentines; basic course concepts-knowing the signs.

This 6 week course begins Thursday 03/20 at 7:45 PM

You can register here: https://dtccc.dogbizpro.com/public/registration/index.aspx?schedule=5437

03/11/2025

Look out, world! Our newest class of puppies is here to learn, play, and spread joy—let the cuteness overload begin!

Welcome Rosie, Noodle, Oceane, and Cliff!

03/04/2025

"🎉🐾 Huge congratulations to this week's Basic Manners Graduates, Denny, Pharoah, and Sophie! 🐾🎉 You've all been paws-itively amazing, and your hard work is shining through! Whether it's sitting, staying, or just being your adorable selves, you've nailed it! Keep up the fantastic work — you're one step closer to becoming the well-mannered superstars we know you can be! 🌟 Keep wagging and keep learning! 💪🐕

03/04/2025

Puppy kindergarten graduates: Congratulations, little pups! You’ve officially graduated from puppy kindergarten, and what an incredible journey it’s been! You have mastered the basics like sit, stay and come – and we’ve had a blast along the way. You’re not ready to take on the world with your shiny new skills, wagging tails and bright eyes. You’ve shown us all your boundless energy and eagerness to learn, and we can’t wait to see what you’ll accomplish next. Get ready for more fun and adventures as you continue to grow into the amazing dogs we know you will be.
Enjoy their graduation photos along with a few candids!

02/28/2025

Today's nosework class celebrated "Mad Match Friday" this morning! The students and their talented NACSW instructor, Adrienne Terrell, all donned their custom embroidered jackets by Abel Pet Supply .