REACH K9

"Education for both ends of the leash!" REACH K9 is designed to be different. We EDUCATE both of you to improve your relationship and provide guidance.
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We work with you and your dog as unique individuals, focusing on teamwork and communication and utilizing programs that are customized to fit your specific needs and learning styles . We REACH for more… we RESPECT you and your dog and respond to your individual needs and goals. We help you ACHIEVE your goals while we CHALLENGE you to do more and be your best. Finally, we HEAL broken partnerships and lost souls.

06/08/2024

Beautiful day for a class on the green!

05/31/2024

Our June Challenge starts tomorrow! As promised - it's all about racking up those perfect recalls! Check it out!

https://reachk9.com/perfect-300-recall-challenge/

05/31/2024

A little late - but June's class schedule is up!

https://reachk9.com/events/month/2024-06/

Historically - June has been Recall Month for us - so you will see a recall Master class on the calendar, and a new Recall Challenge posting on June 1. We've also added a fitness class (working towards AKC FitDog) and a Functional Obedience class to get out of the classroom and into the world!

We are still working on a few things; so watch for some pop-up classes to be added over the next week.

If you like to look ahead - mark your calendars for July 20 (sat) for a special Control Unleashed workshop!

05/21/2024

Who's ready for another Place Party! We've updated the cards, and clarified the rules based on feedback from last month's event. :)

Saturday, May 25 at 3:30.
Feel free to arrive a few minutes early to snag your spot and let your pup acclimate and settle in!

Don't forget to RSVP!
https://reachk9.com/event/its-another-place-party/

05/14/2024

Day 2 pictures are up - and they're fantastic! I love this moment caught between Judge Dayna and Johnnie (who went on to get their MX this weekend!)

Here's the TEASER from Day 2 of the K9 REACH Rally Trial held at the SPCA facility in Richmond last weekend. It's hard to tell who's having more fun - the humans or the dogs. Let's call it a tie. All pix from this event are now up at www.fastcatphil.com. Don't forget to use the code FASTCATPHIL to receive a 15% discount on purchases of $50 or more.

05/14/2024

If you were at the trial this past weekend- photo galleries are going up! Just go to fastcatphil.com, find the Dogs, dogs, dogs, and look for the rally folder! 🐾📷😉

((If you weren't at the trial- you can look too, and see how much fun you missed! :) ))

Here's a TEASER from Day 1 of the REACH K9 WCRL Rally Trial held last weekend at the SPCA building in Richmond VA. This was a really well run event at a premier facility. It's always a treat to witness the effects of positive training, and try to capture the unique bond between human and dog. All pix from day 1 are now up at wwwfastcatphil.com. Click on the Dogs, Dogs, Dogs folder then scroll down to 2024 Rally Events.

05/10/2024

We're ready for an amazing weekend!

05/08/2024

SOOOO many ribbons to award this weekend- will you be taking some home?

05/01/2024

Our WCRL trial is just a week away! Entries close *today*! This will be the first time Flash ⚡️is offered in the Commonwealth. You don't want to miss the opportunity to be one of the first VA dogs to run it under one of the founding Flash judges! Of course, we have all the regular titling classes as well. Come join the fun!

If you have any questions - or if you were procrastinating and missed getting your entries in the mail - just get in touch! (We will be taking DoS entries, but they will be $25 for Intro/Vets, $30 for all other classes, and will go at the end of the run order for that class)

✨🏆Sponsor an Award! 🏆✨
If you would like to sponsor a ribbon / award for next week's trial; it's easy! just click the link below. 🐾💚

If you would like to sponsor a class or an award at one of our trials - you absolutely can! If there is a specific class or award you'd like to sponsor, just put it in the order comments, or send us an email! Please also let us know what you would like listed on the sign, and how you would like it a...

04/21/2024

Congrats to Jane & Shelby; winners of our first ever Place Party! Hope everyone had fun. :) Keep practicing those skills- we'll have another party next month!

04/21/2024

Getting ready for our "Place Party"! Can't wait to see everyone. :)

04/11/2024

Our WCRL Rally trial is just 1 month away! If you've been thinking about going, now is the time to get those entries in! Premiums are available on rallydogs.com.

We are so excited to be bringing WCRL back to Virginia. We've joined up with the wonderful folks at Richmond SPCA to have a beautiful facility to offer this double ring trial! This allows us to offer BOTH Titling and Flash classes (The first time Flash has ever been offered in VA!)

Read more in the article that was featured in the USDAA/WCRL newsletter, released yesterday: https://www.usdaa.com/news/wcrl-rally-returns-to-central-virginia.cfm

If you're not quite ready to step into the ring, but you want to learn more about rally and trials; we are still looking for volunteers. Send us a PM.

And of course, we've gone overboard with ribbons and awards; so if you would like to sponsor a ribbon, or a class - let us know! We will post sponsors on the ribbon tables and announce them when the awards are given out.

(picture of just a few of the ribbons we have ordered)

04/10/2024

The 5 Day 5K for April starts today! Who's playing along? you have 5 days to walk/run/hop/skip/crawl 3.1 miles. You can do it in class on our village walks, or on your own. Ready - Set - Go! Get your badge & streamer on your first completion; subsequent 5Ks will earn a pin to add to your streamer; themed for the walk - of course!

Ready – Set – Go! Unleash your inner athlete with our epic 5 Day 5K Challenge! That's right – you and your furry friend have 5 days to conquer 5 kilometers (3.2 miles). Your way, your pace! Walk, run, hike, skip – it's all about getting those paws moving and having some fun together! Plus, t...

04/09/2024

Toss & Fetch League: Welcome & Orientation - This Friday at 6:30. Come learn about the game and meet your teammates!

League info: https://tossandfetch.com/

Directions: https://reachk9.com/event/toss-fetch-league-orientation/

Join us in the easiest, friendliest, funnest dog sport on the planet. Find a Club near you and bring the whole family. Come out and play!

04/08/2024

What a fantastic weekend! We hope you all had as much fun as we did. :) We love seeing happy owners and happy dogs, playing a game they love. It's even better that we get to acknowledge it with ribbons!

Over the weekend, we saw over 30 dogs and gave out a grand total of 48 new titles! Congratulations everyone!

16 FTN
14 FTI
2 FTA
11 Community Canine (CGC-A)
2 CGC
2 AKC Trick Titles

Here is the link to the Title Application Portal, if you need it:
https://www.apps.akc.org/title-application-portal/

And the event Numbers:
April 6: Test 1: Event #2024762820, Test 2: Event #2024762819
April 7: Test 1: Event #2024762822, Test 2: Event #2024762821

And - Pictures: Here are the links to the galleries:

Sat: https://reachk9.shootproof.com/gallery/Aprilfetchtrial
Sun: https://reachk9.shootproof.com/gallery/24223059

(this is a new photo site for us, so if anyone has any problems - just let us know!)

04/03/2024

Who wants to play a game? We have started a Powhatan Toss and Fetch League to get out and play with our dogs! There are over 250 active clubs around the world, and we wanted to be part of it! You can also earn patches and swag.

"TOSS & FETCH LEAGUES - play locally, compete globally! Four times a year, K9 Frisbee Toss & Fetch runs competitive Leagues whereby disc dog Clubs from around the world get together to play in their hometowns once a week for 5 weeks. In each League, every Team (handler and dog) is ranked against all other Teams in the League, all around the world. The top Teams score points for their local Club. The Club with the most points, wins."

For more info on the League: https://tossandfetch.com/

If you want to join us, let me know! Send me an email ([email protected]) or PM. I'll put out an email later this week with all the info you need to get started!

04/01/2024

Happy April!

Here are some links you might need this month!

Group Class Schedule- https://reachk9.com/events/month/
Class Payment ($100/mo or singles)- https://reachk9.com/product/group-class-pass/

April Fetch Trial (April 6 & 7)- 4 Tests (two each day, with different judges). Also offering CGC/CGCA and Fit Walks for AKC Fit titles. If you havent registered yet, just get in touch. I can send you a link to pay online and get your information. https://reachk9.com/event/akc-fetch-trial/

5 Day 5K, Place Party, & Monthly Goals Challenge -
https://reachk9.com/news/

Looking ahead to May - Our first WCRL Rally trial this year! Offering not only titling classes, but Flash classes as well (The first time these classes are being offered in VA!) Send in your premium to compete, plan some time to come watch, or go hands on and volunteer to help! https://reachk9.com/event/wcrl-rally-trial-3/

03/28/2024

🌟New Title ribbons for next weekend's fetch tests! 🌟
Each level adds some length (and we may just have some custom bling to add as well!)🏅🔖

Who will be taking ribbons home? 4 tests; 2 each day, with different judges, means you can potentially [hopefully] get 2 titles over the weekend!

Entry information & Premium are available on the AKC website, as well as ours. If you haven't gotten you entries in yet - what are you waiting for? ⏰️

https://reachk9.com/event/akc-fetch-trial/

Any questions- feel free to reach out to us!

03/24/2024

...couple more pics...

03/24/2024

Beautiful day to play with our pups and practice our skills for the upcoming Fetch Trial!

03/19/2024

Who's coming to Fetch in April? Get those entries sent over!

Also - would anyone be interested in CGC testing? CGC on Saturday / CGC-A (Community Canine) on Sunday? What about a Fit Walk for those AKC Fitness titles? Let us know!

03/18/2024

We are so excited for April we couldn't wait to share! If you're not on our newsletter list, or missed the email - you can get a copy here:

https://mailchi.mp/3fb3b6f24d8f/exciting-things-coming-in-april

April Classes are on the calendar, and there are 3 fabulous new things under the "News" heading. Go check it out - and let us know if you have any question!

That's right – you and your furry friend have 5 days to conquer 5 kilometers (3.2 miles). Your way, your pace! Walk, run, hike, skip – it's all about getting those paws moving and having some fun together! Plus, these miles count towards your prestigious AKC Fit Dog titles. Each month, we will a...

03/17/2024

Happy St. Patrick's Day!

(I know I post this video every year - but it's one of my favorites, so I'm going to do it again!) 🍀🐾🍀

We also have 2 (TWO!) new monthly events dropping soon - so check back tomorrow and get in on the fun!

To help friends get together, GUINNESS® has trained a highly specialised sheepdog to round up mates and ensure they get to the pub on St Patrick's Day.Join t...

03/06/2024

Our next fetch trial is ONE MONTH away!!
Who's coming??

April 6, 7
Powhatan, VA

Two trials each day - all four levels!
(this means you can potentially earn 2 titles this weekend!)

We will also be having a practice session at the end of March - if you want to come check out the place, let your dog acclimate a bit, and see if the course location is right for you/your dog. (once we set up for the practice runs, ill get pictures posted as well)

Link to event info/premium: https://www.apps.akc.org/apps/eventplans/eventsearch/blocks/dsp_generate_pdf.cfm?KEY_BINARY_CONTENT=79204

03/01/2024

Happy March! Couple of notes for the month.

* Group Classes are on the calendar.
https://reachk9.com/events/month/

Just a reminder; classes are rolling enrollment. If you’d like to come to a single class – it’s $25. If you’d like to come to a bunch of classes, its $100 for the month and you can come to as many as you’d like! (Yes – you read it right. We want training to be accessible to everyone. If you want to learn, we want to teach you!

For your convenience – here is the link to pay for either the day or the month. Any questions – let me know!
https://reachk9.com/product/group-class-pass/

* Our Monthly Training Goals Challenge is still going – and I have to say, I think the medals for March are my favorite so far! If you are playing along, please make sure you pay for your medal. :)
https://reachk9.com/12-month-training-goals-challenge/

* Also – mark your calendars- our next AKC Fetch Trial is just about a month away! This will be a two day trial, with ALL the levels – and its going to be a ton of fun! Lots of ribbons/prizes (of course!). We will be having practice runs on site for anyone that wants a chance to acclimate to the new location at the end of the month. (Info & premium available on both our calendar and the AKC Event calendar)

* Our WCRL Rally Trial is coming up in may. Premium is available on our calendar and on rallydogs.com. We are offering all levels (1,2,3, I, V) + Flash classes (F1, F2, F3). If anyone would like to volunteer to help - get in touch. We are also offering a chance to sponsor ribbons. If you would like to sponsor a class or category- let us know!

We have simplified our group class payments! You can now pay for a single class at a rate of $25 or you can purchase a month of classes and come to as many classes that month as you would like! (the monthly pass does not include workshops or special programs. It is for our regularly scheduled group....

02/24/2024

Better late than never?
March classes are *finally* up on the calendar! Here's the basic schedule - but check the website for more details. If anyone has any questions - just let me know!

Also - Fetch Test Practice at the event site on Sunday March 24 @ 2:00P

https://reachk9.com/events/month/2024-03/

02/15/2024

We had so much fun at our Fetch trial last weekend - we couldn't wait to get the next one on the calendar! AKC has just approved our event for April 6 & 7. We will be offering all 4 levels over two days, with multiple judges. You can find information on both the AKC Event Calendar, as well as our own calendar (reachk9.com).

Here is a direct link, if you need it.
https://reachk9.com/event/akc-fetch-trial/

Hope to see everyone there!
If you have any questions - just give us a shout.

02/10/2024

Ribbons!

02/10/2024

Judge's dogs ran first thing...

02/10/2024

Thank you to everyone who came out to our first Fetch trial! We had 9 breeds represented and got to award 15 new titles! Pretty awesome day. :)

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Winnie's version of "Paws Up" :) 🐔

Let's talk about play styles and doggie communication for a minute. This is one of my great passions; watching dogs be dogs. Observing how they communicate with each other, respond to stimuli, interpret and process information. I find it all very fascinating. I think many people associate "play" with dogs just running around, and while that's certainly one style, there are many more. Often there are play styles typical to particular breeds. Greyhounds run. Dobies "box" and are very handy. Pitties hip check. And Shepherds....well shepherds have a favorite game we call "bitey face". And this style is probably the most confused and misinterpreted. It can be loud, with flashing teeth and big body movements...if you were to look at a still photo, you might have concerns - but watch a video and you'll see how ridiculous they really are. Ledg and Buck are besties, and they demonstrate proper wrestling style well. If they were actually trying to fight theyd...be terrible at it! Forget tail placement, eyes, ears and all the things you may have heard about reading dogs for a moment, and just watch. There is absolutely nothing intense. Their bodies are loose and wiggly. They often put themselves off balance. Their movements are exaggerated. They easily engage and disengage. They take frequent breaks. If either dog was uncomfortable, they have opportunity to move away. They alternate roles. You can see them approach, ask to play and engage. There is a lot of communication back and forth for a very healthy, happy play session!

** second time trying to post. Thx, FB. :/ ** This video makes me happy... Everyone likes to watch videos of dogs playing, and wrestling and tearing around the yard. Sure, it's lots of fun - and there is nothing wrong with fun... however - many of these dogs have no idea how to settle and be calm. It's an aspect of socialization that I think is too often missed. When we socialize- we want our dog to see *all* the things, meet *all* the people, and play with *all* the dogs. It's just as important, if not moreso, to also teach our dogs how to ignore these things! To be able to maintain calmness and composure even when exposed to exciting things. This particular group played on and off all morning. Later, when one dog laid down, they (almost) all followed suit. There was a nice breeze, and they were content to just 'be'. Watching the birds overhead, smelling all the smells and enjoying each other's company. And this, my friends, makes me happy. (And no, I did not put them in a down stay. This is entirely their choice. I had nothing to do with it.)

Concept Canine; Building Blocks of Success

Hey Everyone! September's calendar is up on the website - check it out and share it 'round! https://reachk9.com/events/month/2022-09/ There a bunch of new stuff happening. You may have seen posts lately about our friends at rally. If you're interested in learning more about it - and why we LOVE Rally-Obedience, we're running a special series for September to introduce everyone to the sport. The first week is without dogs, so we can cover all the basics (reading the signs, etiquette, etc..), then we bring on the dogs and work through stationary positions, moving exercises, and finally putting it all together. This crash course leads into our Rally workshops with WCRL Judge Taylor Brookes in October to further hone your skills. In November, come compete at our EPIC Rock & Roll themed trial in Louisa! We have also launched a BRAND NEW program; Concept Canine - Building Blocks for Success. Sit, Down, Stay, Heel - these skills only get you so far in the real world. Learn how to train concepts; calmness, focus, proximity, impulse control, etc -and have the best dog in town! You can either attend just the new group classes or go all in and get the whole program! Learn more here: https://reachk9.com/concept-canine-building-blocks-for-success/ We also added a new class 'Just Sit!'. We love our concepts, and sport training -but sometimes all you want is the basics. If you just want to learn Sit, Down, Stay, Place, and Loose Leash Walking.... this class has you covered! It's all on the class calendar. Just click on the class name for more information. As always - if you have any questions - give us a shout!

We are launching a brand-new program starting Sept 1. Stay tuned for more information! If you've ever wanted to understand your dog and work together (not rely on tools and outdated methods) this program is for you!

Trick dog workshop with Ariel today! Featuring Kelly and Arson!

Recalls on the snowy trails :) It takes approximately 9000 successful recalls to get it "bomb-proof"... and if you get to 7241, and call your dog and get the furry finger - it goes back to zero! Set your dog up for succes; control the environment, use a long line, and practice, practice, practice! ((And, for the record, there is no e-collar, or corrective device. Never has been. In fact, Hodge is naked. We have a good recall, because we worked together and *taught* a good recall!!))

🐾🎵🎶 On the twelfth day of Christmas, my best friend gave to me - 12 perfect steps 🐾🎵🎶 Everyone's "perfect steps" will be different...maybe its 12 perfect steps in heel, maybe is 12 perfect steps on a loose leash...maybe its walking by a distraction with no reaction. Maybe it's just a sniff walk with time together. Whatever it is - show us greatness for 12 steps! :)

🐾🎵🎶 On the ninth day of Christmas, my best friend gave to me - Nine shotgun cues 🎶🐾🎵 Shotgun cues are when we do cues in rapid succession. We always mark the correct behavior, but the reward is held till the end. We make it super fun and exciting to build speed and enthusiasm in the execution of the cue. You can repeat cues, just don't do 9 sits in a row! Some suggestions- touch, sit, down, stand, go around, paws up, finish, turn...be creative! Don't overthink it.

🎵🎶🐾 On the seventh day of Christmas, my best friend gave to me - a seven second butt scritch! 🐾🎶🎵 (Or ear scritches, or gentle pats, or loving strokes - whatever your dog prefers! Not sure if they like it? When you stop, do they ask for more or walk away?)

🎶🐾🎵 On the fifth day of Christmas, my dog and I made plans - with 5 Training Goals 🎶🐾🎵 Do this however you want! Your dog can be chewing a bone on his bed. Sitting in your lap, holding a stay...I wanted to see if hodge would stay engaged w me through different positions, even when my back was turned and I wasn't engaged w him. Also remember, each new day backtracks through the previous days, so you can always change or refine your goals!

Added challenge - can you chain all 4 days together? Hodge wants bonus points for enthusiasm!

🐾🎵🎶 On the third day of Christmas, my best friend gave to me - a 3 second greeting 🎶🎵🐾 (It could be with a person, a dog, a cat, another critter, even a stuffed toy...practice your disengagement!)

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