Cactus K9 Club

13/07/2026

This is a fantastic read on the benefits of having a dog, so true as well.

Recent research shows that owning a dog is good for you physically and emotionally. Here are the science-backed benefits of owning a dog.

02/07/2026

Our September Agility Trial is 2 months away. Registration for members is now open. Registration for non- members opens on July 7 at 7:00 pm. Go to our website cactusk9.com for more information.

Dog training and sports

07/05/2026

🐾 Thinking About Trying Agility With Your Dog?

Did you watch some of the action at our trial this past weekend and think, “That looks fun!” Agility truly is an amazing way to bond with your dog, build confidence, and learn new skills together.

Good news — there’s still room in our Pre‑Agility / Agility Skill Building – Level I classes starting this Friday, May 8th in Pritchard.

👉 To sign up, visit our website and head to the Classes section for all the details.

https://www.cactusk9.com/

Come join the fun and start your agility journey with us! 🐕✨

Dog training and sports

07/05/2026

Thank you Alyssa for being such a great teammate for Mav! He got a Q in Advanced Snooker. Thanks Deb and John for running him too and coming soooo close to Q’s

04/05/2026

🐾Thank you to everyone who came out to play, volunteer, and cheer everyone on at our 3rd Annual Phil Zacharatos Agility Trial!

An extra special thank you to our judges Rob Struthers and Kirsten Locke.🐾And Sheri Grantham and Sarah Harman Challenger for their fast course building, plus Kim Collin’s for being the Trial Controller.

The weather more than cooperated (although it was hotter than usual for a May first weekend) and the teams got to show off all of their hard work. We had 102 qualifying runs.🏆 plus we gave out some big awards for title winners!!

Special congratulations go out to Cheryl Drewitz for winning Kirsten’s judges choice award and Bethany ahead for Rob’s judges choice award!! And John Coelho for winning the clubs Goofiest Folkies award!!

We would love to have any and all photos you may have taken this weekend to add to our website and page.

Video is of Belle on her first run on Saturday. It was hot and she was moving sluggishly but still had fun which is all that matters to me. Thank Jane Halas for videoing.

30/04/2026

📣 Happening This Weekend!
Cactus K9 Club is hosting the Phil Zacharatos Memorial Agility Trial from May 1–3 at Dick Hart Memorial Park (just past Heffley Creek)!

🐕‍🦺 Come watch amazing agility dogs in action
🎟 50/50 draw + local vendors on site
💵 Bring cash to support your local dog community

Please note: For everyone’s safety, only competitor dogs allowed; spectators’ dogs must stay at home.

Come cheer on the teams and learn about agility! See you ringside!

22/04/2026

Classes start soon!!

Cactus K9 Club offers a variety of dog sport classes including classes for agility, hoopers, and rally obedience. We still have a couple of spots left in the following classes:

- Agility Level 1
- ‎Agility Level 3/4
- Agility Skills, Drills, and Proofing,
- Regionals/UKI Cup Prep (agility)
- Puppy Life Skills

Use the classes dropdown menu on the website for more details on the above classes and series!
https://www.cactusk9.com/classes.html

11/04/2026

There's still a couple of spots left in our Puppy Essentials class! Register while there is still space!

Check out more info and register here:
https://www.cactusk9.com/puppy.html

Puppy Life Essentials (REGISTRATION OPEN NOW)

Dates: Wednesdays: April 29, May 6, 13, 20 & 27
Time: 5:15 pm to 6:15 pm

**PUPPIES MUST HAVE 2 SETS OF SHOTS**

In this class, puppies will learn essential life skills as they build confidence and bond with you. This is a family friendly class; puppies will learn:

🐕Leash Skills,
🐕Go-to-Place,
🐕Recalls,
🐕Stays,
🐕Hand and Foot Targeting,
🐕Come-into-heel,
🐕and lots more.

Description:​ These skills will focus on building confidence while learning life skills for both a companion or sporting dog future. This class is a helpful part of any dog's early training. If you plan to enter into dog sports with your new puppy, this class will set them up for success. ​

Puppies will have brief opportunities to socialize in an appropriate and safe way in each class.

Prerequisite: 4 months old, proof of 2 vaccinations, and under 10 months old

If interested please click on the link below, we would love to have you join us!
https://www.cactusk9.com/puppy.html

11/04/2026

Interested in starting Rally Obedience? We have just the class for you starting next week! Check out our Introduction to Rally Obedience!

Dates: Thursdays, April 16, 23, May 7, 14, and 21
Time: 5:30 to 6:30 pm
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An obedience class for dogs and their humans that builds on basic training skills and brings those skills together. This class is perfect for young dogs who have completed Puppy Skills and Manners, however, any dog at any age is welcome. We use only positive training methods to encourage dogs in the learning process. We will be using the framework of Rally Obedience so this class is also a great starting place for anyone interested in pursuing the dog sport of Rally Obedience.

Dogs will learn:
Heeling
Stays
Watch me
Turning while heeling
Sits, downs and stands, all while in heel

There is a great deal of precision in these behaviors. All dogs can benefit from learning obedience skills but the biggest benefit is the bonding experience and fun you and your dog will have together.

You can register here:

For general information on classes, cost, and the cancellation policy see the main ' Classes ' page. ​ Rally Obedience Classes CK9C Offers: Introduction to Rally Obedience - Level 1 Rally...

10/04/2026

Puppy Life Essentials (REGISTRATION OPEN NOW)

Dates: Wednesdays: April 29, May 6, 13, 20 & 27
Time: 5:15 pm to 6:15 pm

**PUPPIES MUST HAVE 2 SETS OF SHOTS**

In this class, puppies will learn essential life skills as they build confidence and bond with you. This is a family friendly class; puppies will learn:

🐕Leash Skills,
🐕Go-to-Place,
🐕Recalls,
🐕Stays,
🐕Hand and Foot Targeting,
🐕Come-into-heel,
🐕and lots more.

Description:​ These skills will focus on building confidence while learning life skills for both a companion or sporting dog future. This class is a helpful part of any dog's early training. If you plan to enter into dog sports with your new puppy, this class will set them up for success. ​

Puppies will have brief opportunities to socialize in an appropriate and safe way in each class.

Prerequisite: 4 months old, proof of 2 vaccinations, and under 10 months old

If interested please click on the link below, we would love to have you join us!
https://www.cactusk9.com/puppy.html