New England K9 Athlete

01/25/2025

Classes and Events with Openings Next Week!
To register for any simply send an email to [email protected] 😃

Monday 01/27
Start of 4 week classes - $150/dog
4pm - Rally Novice
5pm - Rally Intermediate

Tuesday 01/28
10am - 30 minute private with April ($50) - CLAIMED
11am Scentwork Class (dogs on paired or unpaired odor) - Start of 6 week class - $185/dog - 1 spot open!
5pm - Agility class drop in (all levels welcome) - $40/dog

Wednesday 01/29
Agility Ring Rentals (for current agility students or approved renters only): $40/hr - available during the day!
6pm - Agility for Fun drop in class - $40/dog

Thursday 01/30
9-10am - 30 minute or 60 minute private with April
5:30-6pm - 30 minute private with April - CLAIMED

Saturday 02/01
1pm - NW with Maureen Dwyer CNWI drop in for dogs on odor (paired or unpaired), $40/dog
2pm - NW with Maureen Dwyer CNWI drop in for dogs new to NW, $40/dog

01/23/2025

I have 3 runs available for happy ratter run thrus (any level) tomorrow night at 7pm. If you are interested in them please email me at [email protected]

01/22/2025

What workshops would you like to see in February and March?!

01/22/2025

We have some spots open in our agility for fun class tonight! If you are interested in registering please email [email protected]

Wednesdays Starting January 22nd
Agility For Fun Group Class
6 week class, limit 6 dogs, $225

6-7PM: This class is for those we are interested in doing agility with their dog just for fun (not for competition, however you will learn most of the skills if you ever did want to compete with your dog and could easily transfer to a competition class). We will introduce your dog (if they haven’t been already) to the obstacles in agility including: jumps, tunnels, A-frame, dog walk, teeter, and weave poles. Dogs who are reactive please reach out before booking. Dogs will work one at a time in this class on the agility course so please be prepared to either work your dog out of the car or have control over them when it is not their turn (we have crates and place beds available for use).

-What to bring: for this class we will use food and toy reinforcements so please bring both!
-Prerequisites: Basic Obedience or similar group class, your dog will need to be able to work off leash with distractions. If you have any questions on whether your dog is ready for this class or they are reactive, please contact us to set up a consultation first to make sure this class is appropriate for them.
-Instructor: Kate Norris

01/20/2025

Drop in available this week!

Rally tonight! $30
5pm - Intermediate/Advanced Level

Agility tomorrow at 5pm! $30
Foundation/Beginner Level

Nose work Saturday! $40
1pm for NW1+ Level
2pm for brand new dogs or dogs currently on primary

Email [email protected] to register!

01/19/2025

Upcoming Saturday Classes Starting February 1st!
All Classes are taught by Kate Norris. If you want to register or want more information visit: www.newenglandk9athlete.com/dog-group-classes

3:30-4:30PM: Rally Novice Group Class (register here: www.newenglandk9athlete.com/rally-obedience-group-classes)

4:45-5:45PM: Performance Puppy Group Class

6:15-7:15PM: Intro to Dog Sports Group Class

7:30-8:30PM: Real World Obedience Group Class

01/18/2025

Thursday February 6th
Competition Obedience RUN THRUS/DROP INS
$7/1 run, $10/2 runs

Starting at 7PM: Come and run thru your obedience routine or get help on a part of your routine you are struggling with (same approximate time as a run thru).

-What to bring: anything you need for your dog for their level of obedience. If you are new and interested in Beginner Novice or Novice; bring a 6 foot fixed leash and toy and/or food reinforcements.
-Prerequisite: Basic obedience class or similar. Not appropriate for human or dog aggressive dogs and if your dog is reactive please contact us first as this may not be an appropriate class for your dog.
-Instructor: Holly Stevenson

Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSetJ1CIpkdVx2V90xPxwHANMoNrt1y6nUjJv_JLva7GwzEirg/viewform

01/18/2025

Sunday February 23rd
AKC CGC and Trick Dog Testing
Evaluator: Kate Norris

8-9am: AKC CGC/CGCA Testing (limit 5), $30/test
Register here:https://newenglandk9athlete.as.me/akc-cgc-test

9-10am: AKC Trick Dog Testing! (limit 8), $25/test
Register here: https://newenglandk9athlete.as.me/akc-trick-tests

01/16/2025

Agility Class Openings!

Tuesdays at 5pm with April! Foundation-Beginner competition level. Please email me at [email protected] if you are interested and I can get you integrated into the class!

Wednesdays Starting January 22nd at 6pm. Agility for Fun with Kate! Register here: https://newenglandk9athlete.as.me/agility-for-fun

Thursdays at 10am with April! Foundation-Beginner competition level, one spot open! Please email me at [email protected] if you are interested and I can get you integrated into the class!

01/12/2025

Exciting news! We are hosting a CDSP Obedience Trial on 03/29! Judge Mary Horne! Information in the premium here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1LDidPougmdo6ABiLrxjsQGtr-1qbXYuP/view?usp=sharing

Entries open 01/14 at 8am!

01/09/2025

March 21-23, 2025
Joaquim Dovat Mondioring Seminar

Come work with one of the best! Each dog will get out at least twice and work on obedience (OB) and bitework (suit or sleeve).

Friday we are hoping to be OUTSIDE off-site at a field. Exact address and more details will go out closer to the date for registered attendees. Saturday and Sunday will be at NEK9A in Hanover, MA.

Pricing:
Working Spots - $250/day ALL DAYS FULL WAIT-LIST STARTEDMax 9 working dogs a day

Auditing (no dog) - $105/day Max 6 per day**If you are bringing a partner with you and you have a working spot, they MUST sign up for an auditing spot. Thank you!!**

Cancellation policy: PLEASE READ ON REGISTRATION FORM!!

Register here: https://forms.gle/1uk8ALpAq2zN8qho9

01/08/2025

March 20, 2025
Joaquim Dovat Mondioring Decoy Seminar!

9am-5pm (with a 30 minute lunch break, lunch will not be provided so please bring your own!)
Come learn from one of the best! This seminar will be focused on decoy work for the sport of mondioring, however many of the theories will be applicable to other sports as well. This one day seminar will cover theory, puppy and young dog development, exercise foundation, problem solving, and much more!

If you have a suit please bring it! However it is not required for this seminar; we will have puppy toys, rags, and sleeves available for use.

Decoy Working Spots - $200/day (this for a human working spot, NOT a dog)
Max 9 decoy working spots a day

Auditing is allowed! - $105/day
Max 8 per day

**If you are bringing a partner with you and you have a working spot, they MUST sign up for an auditing spot. Thank you!!**

We will need dogs for this seminar! Working spots and auditing spots will have the ability to be able to have their dog selected to work at this seminar. We need dogs of ALL levels and we welcome off-breeds! I will send out a form for information on your dog(s) closer to the seminar if you signed up for a working or auditing spot and then I will present this information to Joaquim and he can select the dogs he wants to work for the seminar.

Cancellation policy: PLEASE READ ON REGISTRATION FORM!!

Register here: https://forms.gle/BMrnCwWoWsCB3uiN6

01/07/2025

Sunday March 2nd
Building Drive & Motivation Thru Play with Julie Blanding

10AM-5PM (with a lunch break): Do you know the difference between play with an objective, play as an activity and play for reinforcement during training? Julie Blanding’s unique understanding of the way dogs enjoy interacting with their human companion has helped her become an expert at building drive, motivation, and work ethic through play. Julie is an accomplished competitor in Ring Sports, as well as a well-respected and highly sought after coach for Police K9 trainers, Search and Rescue (SAR) trainers, Ring Sports Trainers, and companion dog owners who are looking to build drive for canine sports, activities, and obedience.

How can this presentation of Motivation and Drive through Play help you in training your dog?If you are looking for a better attitude in the ring or during training, higher drive, or simply need some new games to play with your dog, this is for you! Julie’s training techniques are also amazing for channeling the focus of your high drive, high energy dog toward their training.

This seminar is for everyone who wants to learn more about motivating their dog through play, from the pet dog owner who wants to have fun in their yard, to those who are in training for IPO or Ring Sports, Police K9 Handlers and SAR handlers, and those involved in canine sports.

Dogs will work one at a time. Must be people friendly, but dog-reactive dogs are welcome, provided they can settle safely in their vehicle while waiting their turn to work. Lunch will not be provided so please come prepared.

Working Spots: $199 (limit 6)
Register for a working spot here: https://newenglandk9athlete.as.me/julie-blanding-workshop-working-spot

Auditing Spots: $99 (limit 10)
Register for an auditing spot here: https://newenglandk9athlete.as.me/julie-blanding-workshop-auditing-spot

01/06/2025

Interested in Competition Obedience (AKC/CDSP) group classes (taught by Holly Stevenson)? Let us know what days/times you would like to see them and if you would like to see drop ins or 4-6 week classes! :)

01/06/2025

Sunday February 16th
NEK9A Triple Threat Challenge!

Agility, Rally and Nose Work! These are FOR FUN, NON-SANCTIONED EVENTS! We will have ribbons for 1-3rd placements for each separate event. You DO NOT need to register for all 3 events to participate! However if you want to enter the Triple Threat Competition you need to enter all 3 events and pay the $5 Triple Threat Entry Fee! For more details please visit our website or event page on FB. You can only compete with ONE dog per CLASS (Newbie & Pro) for the Triple Threat Challenge. You can enter multiple dogs at the same level for Agility and Rally, but NOT for scent work (unless doing FEO). Limit of 30 dogs in each class. This will be an all day event!

More information: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1oZ8yL7JpdlgfIAp7WFgPrlbRhACYhBBSpA2ASIq-n4I/edit?usp=sharing

Registration here: https://form.jotform.com/243343798269067

01/05/2025

February 9th, 2025
HAPPY RATTER TRIAL!

Premium here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/18sO1VoexN2CStMueqbV67I50Jt2caP6oL2DgvSGdjHo/edit?usp=sharing
Entry here: https://form.jotform.com/222484592629062

Trial Date: Sunday February 9, 2025 Trial starts at 8am LOCATION (do not mail entries here) New England K9 Athlete 285 Circuit Street Building C Hanover, MA 02339 Open now – closes 01/26/25 or once we reach 40 dogs NO DAY OF SHOW ENTRIES Open to all Breeds and Mixed Breeds of all sizes! If y...

01/04/2025

Saturday January 11th
**only 2 spots left!**
Mondioring Hurdle Workshop
2-hour workshop, $100/dog, limit 6 dogs

1-3PM: In this 2-hour workshop we will break down how to teach your dog the mondioring hurdle! If your dog already does the hurdle we can work on improving their jumping form or progressing the exercise towards competition. We will work with each dog where they are at. The mondioring hurdle at competition heights is 1.0m, 1.1m and 1.2m. Please bring food and toy reinforcements for your dog. Dogs will work one at a time in the building for this workshop so please come prepared to work your dog out of the car.

Register here: https://newenglandk9athlete.as.me/mondio-hurdle-workshop

01/03/2025

Saturday 01/11!
Intro to Happy Ratters Workshops

$40/dog, 5 dogs a session, two sessions

The Happy Ratter’s Philosophy – the goal is for the dog and owner to have a fun, positive and successful experience while enhancing the bond between dog and owner, and placing a high priority on safety!

Fun, trusting environment for dogs and their handlers to find vermin(rats) in “urban” settings.

A titling program that allows all dogs to compete toward different level titles.

A program that encourages camaraderie and support between competitors.

“urban” setting: trash bags, boxes and barrels and other items possibly found in a city alley, with the big difference being this is clean trash, new bags with shredded paper, clean boxes, etc.

In this one hour workshop instructor Marianne Hall will introduce you and your dog to the sport of Happy Ratters! In this sport dogs find rats in tubes in a variety of settings. The rats are not harmed in this sport and are extremely well cared for. Dogs will work one at a time. Any dog can play Happy Ratters! If your dog isn’t naturally crazy about vermin you can train this sport just like any other and it can be a great outlet for your dog. We hope to start hosting trials at the building next year!

Two sessions: 9-10am and 10:30-11:30am

Register for 9am session here: https://newenglandk9athlete.as.me/intro-happy-ratters-9am

Register for 10:30am session here: https://newenglandk9athlete.as.me/intro-happy-ratters-1030am