Grand Forks Dog Training Club

08/20/2024

Our Agility Course Test event is coming up fast, but there's still time to sign up! Advance entry (up to 120 runs) is encouraged, but handlers can sign up until 8:30 a.m. that morning as space allows.

NEW to this event is FUN RUNS! These are intended for dogs and handlers who have trained for agility and want more time to practice on the floor in a trial environment. It is open to dog/handler teams participating in the ACT OR teams who are no longer eligible to participate in an ACT. To participate in fun runs, you must be signed up by 1:00 p.m. at the trial site. Fun runs are $10 for 70 seconds (SCT) and will be on the ACT2 Std course with the judge and workers present on the mats for practice.

Information on the ACT event is available at: https://www.gfdtc.org/trial

08/13/2024

Ready to get started with competing in dog agility?

The Grand Forks Dog Training Club is hosting an Agility Course Test on 𝐒𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐀𝐮𝐠𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝟐𝟒𝐭𝐡.

If you and your dog have trained and can successfully complete 10-13 agility equipment sequences in class, you’re ready to try this! Testing will be indoors on a fully enclosed matted surface in an air-conditioned environment.

The Agility Course Test (ACT) is an entry-level AKC agility event designed to introduce and welcome dogs and their handlers to the world of dog agility competition. New exhibitors will learn essential information about entering and competing in AKC Agility, making your first real agility trial less daunting.

This is a fantastic opportunity to earn your dog's first agility title!
- Two rounds of ACT1 Standard and Jumpers.
- Two rounds of ACT1 Standard and Jumpers.

There is a limit of 120 runs per day.

Sign-up premium and additional event information is at www.gfdtc.org/trial

Dogs can earn titles on this day.

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- $10 per run (includes $5/per run AKC fee).
- If your dog has any ACT2 qualifying runs, you may not enter any ACT1 rounds. You can continue to compete in ACT2, even after titling, if your dog has no other AKC agility titles.
- 𝐏𝐫𝐞-𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐜𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝐖𝐞𝐝𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐀𝐮𝐠𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝟐𝟏, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒. 𝐋𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐨𝐫 𝐝𝐚𝐲-𝐨𝐟 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐟 𝐫𝐮𝐧𝐬 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐯𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞. Contact the ACT Trial Secretary after the closing date to ensure that runs are available. Day-of entries must be received by 8:30 AM.

WHO CAN ENTER?
- Dogs and handlers who have been training and are familiar with the required obstacles
- Dog must be 15 months of age or older and physically able to do agility.
- The dog cannot have earned any AKC agility title other than ACT1 or ACT2.
- Non-registered dogs (can be registered on the day of the event) or AKC-registered dogs without registration numbers will be issued a temporary one after the event by the AKC office.

08/12/2024

Entries are now open for our next FastCAT event on October 4th-6th. Register early for your chance to run under Friday night lights! For registration and additional information please visit gfdtc.org/trial

08/11/2024

Thank you to everyone that came and made our first Fast CAT event a success! Here is the link to photos by our photographer, Kayleigh Omang. Enter your email to be notified when they are ready. We also would love to see your photos! Please comment any photos for our event!

https://kayleighomang.shootproof.com/gallery/25142987/

08/11/2024

Sunday August 11th is the final day of the Grand Forks Dog Training Club AKC FastCAT Event, The first FastCAT events in North Dakota! There are Day of Show Entries still Available for the 1-3PM time block. If you would like to do a Day of Show entry, this needs to be done no later than 12:30PM for the 1PM time block. There will be a QR code to scan at the event site to register or you can use the following link:

https://zfrmz.com/Ukd18KaTsZUFMcTJBRHF

08/09/2024

Today is the first day of FastCAT in North Dakota! There are Day of Show Entries still Available for the 1-3PM time block each day. If you would like to do a Day of Show entry, this needs to be done no later than 12:30PM each day for the 1PM time block. There will be a QR code to scan at the event site to register or you can use the following link:

https://zfrmz.com/Ukd18KaTsZUFMcTJBRHF

08/07/2024

The event will be held by the Grand Forks Dog Training Club. About 400 entries are scheduled for the event.

08/02/2024

Below are the new title ribbons for our AKC FastCAT Event August 9th-11th. Professional event photography will be done by Kayleigh Omang. Online Entries are still open so come join us for North Dakota’s first AKC FastCAT event. Enter here—> https://tinyurl.com/GFDTCAug2024

07/29/2024

Online entries are still available until Monday August 5th for the Grand Forks Dog Training Club AKC FastCAT Event Visit this link to enter---> https://tinyurl.com/GFDTCAug2024

07/24/2024

Today is the final day to enter North Dakota’s first AKC FastCAT Event. Pre-event entries close today at 6:00pm CST. If you plan to attend and haven’t already registered please visit Gfdtc.org/trial to complete your entry.

07/22/2024

Only 3 days left to enter! Visit GFDTC.org/trial for entry information and registration.

07/17/2024

7 days left to enter! Pre-entries to the Grand Forks Dog Training Club AKC FastCAT events on August 9-11th close Wednesday, July 24th at 6pm CST. To enter and for additional entry information please visit http://gfdtc.org/trial

06/19/2024

Entries are now open for the Grand Forks Dog Training Club AKC FastCAT event August 9-11th! For entry information please visit http://gfdtc.org/trial

Fargo - Moorhead Kennel Club
Sioux Empire Kennel Club
Action Agility Minot
Bismarck Kennel Club
Red River North Dog Obedience Club
Paul Bunyan Dog Training Association Inc.
Xtreme K9 Dog Sports

06/15/2024

Entries open Wednesday, June 19th at 8:00am CST for The Grand Forks Dog Training Club AKC Fast CAT event on August 9th-11th! Find more information and the event entry premium at this link —> http://gfdtc.org/trial

05/14/2024

We still have a few open spots in our Canine Good Citizen and Trick Dog testing event scheduled for Saturday June 1st! Cost is only $10 per test. Pre-registration is required to guarantee a spot, email Sandy at [email protected] to register or if you have questions.

05/01/2024

We will be offering Canine Good Citizen (CGC) and Trick Dog testing on Saturday June 1st from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. Cost for each test is $10. Pre-registration is required. Please email Sandy at [email protected] with questions or to register for either or both tests.

04/24/2024

Join us June 22-23 at East Grand Forks High School for our upcoming AKC Scentwork Trial!

Entries open May 24th! Submit entries by Wednesday, June 7, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. to be included in the RANDOM DRAW (Entries received after this date may stil be eligible for entry, based on availability, but will not be entered for the random draw. ENTRIES CLOSE ON Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 5:00 p.m.)

➡️ Full Event information/premium athttp://gfdtc.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/2024_June_Scent_Work_Premium_List.pdf

04/16/2024

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04/12/2024

🛇 Use your Manners! 🛇
The Sniff test - Stop doing that!
The sniff test - a badly engrained habit that society has been taught, without a clear understanding of what they're actually doing.

🚩When you reach out towards a dog, you are using body pressure AT them, giving them no time to assess whether you are safe & whether they require further investigation to pick up your information. You are forcing an interaction of a relationship that hasn't had time to develop. To some dogs, this is quite rude & the reason a lot of dogs snap at or bite people. This can cause alot of behavioral issues because of layered stress due to forced interactions.

🚩If they are on lead, they have no where to go if they are sensitive to spacial pressure, so can end up shutting down, shying away or snapping at your hand so you back off. This is an example of how a dog is now using pressure to turn off pressure & make you back off so they aren't so stressed.

🚩People think by offering your hand it can give the dog time to sniff to know you're friendly... they can sniff without being forced to sniff your hand.Their noses are far more superior than ours & they don't need close contact forced upon them to smell you.

🚩Some dogs might not want to know you. You have no relationship with them and that's perfectly fine. They aren't your dog so you don't need to touch them or steal pats for your own satisfaction.

🤔 If you are meeting a dog, what should you do?
⚠Ask the owner if you can interact with their dog. Not all people want strangers touching their dogs. Especially strangers who you are unlikely to see again.
⚠Stand up straight & relaxed, with your hands at your side.
⚠Ignore the dog & talk to the owner.
⚠Don't stare at the dog & don't try to force an interaction by going in for a pat. If the dog wants to know you, it will come up to you & sniff around. Usually they will move away & then come back for a second sniffathon. Some dogs will bunt your hands & wag their tails, which are good signs that you're likely an accepted new friend. Give them a few slow pats down their back (NOT THEIR HEAD) & then stop. Is the dog happy? Has it accepted your interaction? This will determine whether you can give it more pats.

🐶This is a more stress free option for dogs & a reason why in consultations we can develop a good level of trust, especially with fearful dogs & aggressive dogs, without a bunch of negative side effects from forced interactions.

03/24/2024

A Therapy Dog Seminar for both you and your dog has been scheduled for Tuesday. April 16th from 6 to 9 PM. The cost is $25. We will go over the rules and regulations for certification with Alliance of Therapy Dogs. It will be hands on, so you will be able to work with your dog through the exercises that will be included in the test. Preregistration is required. For more information contact Lee : [email protected]

03/22/2024

We’re excited to announce North Dakota’s first Fast CAT event! Entry details will be posted when finalized at www.gfdtc.org/trial Save the date for what promises to be a fast and fun experience!

Fargo - Moorhead Kennel Club
Sioux Empire Kennel Club
Action Agility Minot
Bismarck Kennel Club
Red River North Dog Obedience Club
Paul Bunyan Dog Training Association Inc.

11/12/2023

Lost and found. This was left at the club. Please comment if it is yours. Thank you.

11/07/2023

09/11/2023

A Therapy Dog Seminar for both you and your dog has been scheduled for Tuesday. October 10th from 6 to 9 PM, the cost is $25. We will go over the rules and regulations for certification with Alliance of Therapy Dogs. It will be hands on, so you will be able to work with your dog through the exercises that will be included in the test. Preregistration is required. For more information contact Lee : [email protected]

08/22/2023

If you're looking for the best places to give your pup the training they need to reach their full potential, then North Dakota has you covered! From B

07/19/2023

It was great having Easton join us for some Fast Cat!

He is available for adoption with Journey Home Animal Rescue

07/18/2023

Check out these shots from Kaytlin Winkels Photography of our recent AKC Agility Course Testing event!

Gallery Link: https://kaytlinwinkels.shootproof.com/gallery/21879909

Photos from the Grand Forks Dog Training Club ACT trial are now live and available to order! Friendly reminder that the photos are not edited, but will be prior to delivery.

Gallery Link: https://kaytlinwinkels.shootproof.com/gallery/21879909

I am working on the private galleries from the Outdoor Agility photo day, as well as private sessions from Duluth and the powder sessions this past weekend in Forest Lake and Star Dog Training.

This upcoming weekend I will be out of town Friday through Sunday for the Sisu Dog Sporting Club of Northern Minnesota Conformation and Rally Show. I am the show photographer and will also be competing with Bell. We are hosting a costume contest on Saturday with a ribbon by the lovely Iron Sight Crafting by Brittany Hawkes! I hope to see you there!

07/03/2023

Upcoming FastCAT fun runs for this week:
Wednesday 7/5 7:00pm-8:30pm
Thursday 7/6 6:45pm-7:45pm
Wednesday 7/12 7:00-8:30pm

Sign up here: https://shorturl.at/qvMO8

Rules, costs, and additional info at: http://gfdtc.org/classes/fast-cat-fun-runs/?fbclid=IwAR3I3Qi3aK8WCzgocFMY6RUWBgwmoC7NUW9o7j4Y7CQ-8p9a4r5Ay0HY3GA

06/27/2023

The Grand Forks Dog Training Club is excited to offer FAST CAT Fun Runs!

Have you ever wondered how fast your dog can run? Well, wonder no more! Fast CAT is a new dog sport sweeping the nation, and it’s the perfect way to test your dog’s speed and agility. In AKC Fast CAT, dogs race one at a time down a 100-yard track, chasing a lure. Fast CAT is open to all dogs, regardless of breed. So whether you have a speedy greyhound or a playful Pomeranian, Fast CAT is a great way to get your dog moving and have fun.

Drop-in sessions for fun runs are available now with more added each week.

You DO need to sign-up IN ADVANCE to reserve your spot.

👉Learn more at http://gfdtc.org/classes/fast-cat-fun-runs/