Carolina Dog Training Club

07/13/2024

What a great members’ outing with our dogs!

03/24/2024

And now you know the rest of the story!

How the Kong ball was invented.

The Kong toy was invented by accident more than 40 years ago when Joe Markham needed a way to prevent his German Shepherd Fritz from biting on rocks and sticks. Fritz, who Markham adopted as a shelter dog, had worn down his teeth to one-third of the size they should have been.

He was working on his vehicle and tossed an axle stop with an attached bracket on the ground. His dog got hold of it and loved it. He was playing with it joyously, much to Markham’s amusement.

He said to his friend, “What do you think of my new dog toy?”

His friend replied, “Actually, it’s not too pretty. It looks like an earplug from King Kong.”

And the Kong toy was born☝😉

01/16/2024

It’s HERE!! The premium for the Carolina Dog Training Club’s Spring trials is now available!! Entries open next Monday, Jan. 22 and close on Feb 28.

PLEASE NOTE: we have a package show with MB-F and they’re now requiring all entries to go to them directly. PLEASE SEND YOUR ENTRIES TO MB-F, INC IN GREENSBORO!!

We’re looking forward to seeing everyone there, we have Karen Wrey, Ted McCall, and Ellen Beasley judging obedience, and Karen & Ted judging rally. Rally on Saturday will be scheduled concurrently, with the second trial starting approx 45 minutes after the start of the first.

At this time, we DO NOT know if we’ll be able to have a show ‘n go, due to early Presidential primary voting at the recreation center we use and other scheduling conflicts. Please stay tuned, we’re scrambling to try to get one scheduled if we can.

01/09/2024

**INCLEMENT WEATHER NOTICE**

Unfortunately, due to the questionable weather Greensboro is experiencing right now and continuing into the evening, Carolina Dog Training Club has made the decision to cancel tonight's Obedience, Rally and Scent Work classes.

We will discuss makeups at next weeks' classes on January 16, 2024. Thank you in advance for understanding.

Everyone stay safe and give your pups an extra treat for having to "potty" in the rain!

11/16/2023

A beautiful morning to be trialing!

11/15/2023

Our Advanced Scent Work class met at Lowe’s last night to do the searches. Our instructor, Sharon Frampton, always keeps it fun and interesting for all the dogs and handlers!

10/30/2023

Amy and Bellamy, 1st. place in Novice Containers at the Carolina Scent Work Association trial 10/29. Congratulations!

10/30/2023

Congratulations to our members who trialed in AKC Scent Work this weekend! They ALL, qualified, placed, earned new titles and awards. (Missing from the photos is Ducie.) We love our Scent Work Classes! See our website for more information.

10/25/2023

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08/21/2023

Lots of fun this weekend! While many of our club members volunteered and showed in conformation at the Coliseum, four of our members had success at the Winston Salem Dog Training Club’s Scent Work trial. Huge congratulations to teams Zola, Vash, Freya, and Fiona for all qualifying at their level in Buried hides.

08/18/2023

Did you know there is an AKC breed show at the Coliseum in Greensboro this weekend?!
Come join us!!

Some of our members will be there to assist the AKC with Canine Good Citizen testing and certification on Saturday.
We will also be helping with "My Dog Can Do That" (a brief introduction to obstacles used in many dog sports), on both Saturday and Sunday.
The AKC will also be offering "Trick Dog" testing and certification on Saturday.

Aug 18th - 20th Carolina Kennel Club 2023 Carolina Cluster At Special Events Center Get Directions Find Parking Kennel Club RV slots with Power are sold out for the 18th-20th Kennel Club Show. Dry Camp slots (no power provided) are still available. No reservation needed. Arrival times are between 7a...

02/24/2023

There are still entries available for all events at our March 18-19 trials!

01/29/2023

Did a little Scent Work practice at home today. It was fun that Matt and AndI could join with Vash and Zola. Containers and buried searches in the studio. Exterior on the porch, and interior in the living room.

01/11/2023

Obedience and Rally Trial premium will be available beginning January 23, 2023!

11/07/2022

Just a reminder that we will not be holding classes Tuesday, November 8th due to voting in the building.

10/27/2022

It's getting SPOOKY! If this is your puppy's first halloween or even if this is your first halloween with an older dog, you should watch this video.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=etKbvdduKJo&t=3s

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07/12/2022

We are saddened to announce that longtime club member Betty Henderson passed away on Sunday, July 10. We will miss her so much.

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06/21/2022

This is why I typically ask people in my Beginner 1 class to research their breeds (or take a guess about the predominant breeds in their mixes) and report to the class about their historical uses and breed characteristics. Understanding what’s behind the dog will help understand the dog.

— Robin

Please read: Breed really matters, choose wisely.

"The art of training a dog owner"

Dog owner tells me: Hi, my dog pulls on the leash and runs into the woods after deers if I let it off leash.
Me: Okay. What's the breed?
Owner: A siberian husky mixed with a c**n hound.
Me: Okay, so you have a musher mixed with a hunting type of dog?
Owner: yes.
Me: ok, what are these breeds bred to do?
Owner: well, half of the dog should be pulling and the other half run into the woods and hunt.
Me: Yes. And your problem was?
Owner: it pulls on the leash and runs after wildlife.
Me: yea, it appears that you have a dog meant for pulling and hunting.
Owner: yes, that's correct. Can you train it out of the dog?
Me: Do you have any interests?
Owner: Er, yeah, sure I do. I like to paint and watch movies.
Me: Would you consider quitting doing that?
Owner: no, I don't think I can. But what does this have to do with dog training?
Me: Would you consider doing something else that gives you the same pleasure you get from painting and watching movies?
Owner: I mean, sure I can do other things but it's not as fun.
Me: ok. And what can you offer a musher that is more fun than pulling and a hunting dog that is more fun than hunting?
The dog owner is silent for a while.
Owner: That's a good question. I don't know.
Me: Neither do I.
Owner: Perhaps I should had gotten myself a PlayStation?
Me: haha, yeah, if you dont like hunting or being outdoors training a lot,, perhaps this dog isn't for you.
Owner: Yeah, one should perhaps read up more before getting a dog. But it's awfully cute!
Me: Yes, I understand that.
Owner : it sheds a lot too. My husband goes crazy with all the fur everywhere.
Me: mmm, that's something you have to deal with.
Owner : yes, it was even hairs in the stew last night.
Me: Yeah, that's not uncommon.
Owner : But you know what? I met a husky when I was 12. It was so beautiful. Ever since I've always wanted one.
Me: Too bad you didn't meet a PlayStation instead.
Owner laughs: Alright, I think I'm starting to understand that it's not the dog that has problems but me.
Me: haha, not much of a "problem". What you are saying is very common. People with guarding dogs gets angry when their dog growls at strangers. People with sighthounds gets frustrated when their dog comes home with a baby rabbit. People often know too little when they get a dog.
Owner : Thanks for the chat. I have learned a lot in 10 minutes.
Me: Good luck in the future. There's a lot we can do to help you in your training with the dog. But the dog will always have a need and joy to pull and hunt.
Owner: Yes, I can understand that now."

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04/11/2022

02/08/2022

Lets do some dog training!

Classes are a GO tomorrow night at:
Lewis Recreation Center
3110 Forest Lawn Dr.
Greensboro, NC 27455

We'll see those who received registration confirmations there at 6:30pm or 7:45pm, depending on the class.

Thanks,
Amy ~ Registrar

12/29/2021

**IMPORTANT NOTICE**

DUE TO THE RISE IN COVID CASES IN THE IMMEDIATE AREA WITH THE OMICRON VARIANT, THE CLUB HAS DECIDED TO POSTPONE THE START DATE OF THE JANUARY SESSION TO FEBRUARY 8TH.
EMAILS ARE GOING OUT TO ALL ENROLLED THIS WEEK.
WE APOLOGIZE FOR ANY INCONVENIENCE THIS HAS CAUSED, AND THANK YOU FOR YOUR UNDERSTANDING. THIS DECISION WAS MADE FOR THE SAFETY OF ALL INVOLVED.

Amy ~ Registrar

10/22/2021

Registration for the January 2022 session is now open!!
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All info and forms you should need can be found on our website
✉ Mail your application, payment and vaccine info to the address noted at the top of the application to hold your spot in class. Applications are processed on a first come, first served basis.
We look forward to seeing everyone in January!

Thanks,
Amy ~ Registrar

www.carolinadogtrainingclub.com

We are an AKC registered obedience club that has been providing dog training classes in the Greensboro, NC area for over 75 years.

08/31/2021

We have a few spots available in the following classes, starting September 14th:

*Beginner 2 @ 6:30pm

*Canine Good Citizen @ 7:45pm

Make sure you check the website for class prerequisites!

If you are interested, mail your completed application, vaccine information and a check to the address noted on the top of the application.

Email any questions to:
[email protected]

08/12/2021

We will be offering classes at the Lewis Recreation Center starting on September 14th.
At this time we only have availability in the Puppy 1, Puppy 2, and Beginner 1 classes.
Check our website for more information, and forms.
Www.carolinadogtrainingclub.com

Amy ~ Registrar

We are an AKC registered obedience club that has been providing dog training classes in the Greensboro, NC area for over 75 years.

07/15/2021

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