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Club Doggie Valentine’s Day Agility Trial

February 15, 2015 By Amanda Yantos 24 Comments

Yesterday I attended an agility trial at Club Doggie, the club at which we train with Wynston and Khloee.  I was set on going so Matt and I could volunteer and get some experience.  I’m so happy we went because just like anything, you learn so much more when you are actually involved.

The weather forecast: 82 degrees and sunny.  I needed more sunscreen as the day went on!

The agility course set up the Club Doggie trial.
The agility course set up the Club Doggie trial.

What I learned (aside from how point systems work, etc.):

  • Even if you have a knee brace and you can barely walk, you can still kick ass at agility.
  • Having the fastest or biggest dog definitely does not mean you will be the best.
  • “Steeplechase” is literally called that because the course revolves around the A-frame, which looks like a steeple. Genius.
  • Trials aren’t as hardcore as I thought they would be.  It was just a great big party!
  • A blow of the whistle and super loud buzzer are BAD.
  • I need to invest in a canopy or tent for when we start competing.
  • Jell-o shots are a frequent tradition at trials! Yes please!

My duties as a volunteer (which was a learning experience in itself!):

  • Set bars.  I sat in a chair on the agility field during almost every run.  After each height class, I would set the bars on the hurdles accordingly.
  • Fluff the chute.  After every dog ran the course, I adjusted the chute to make sure it didn’t get stuck or messed up.  This ensured a smooth exit for every dog.
  • Adjust tunnels.  Many times I had to re-velcro tunnel bags and pull out the ends of the tunnels.
  • There were also volunteers running score cards (Matt) and running leashes from one end of the agility course to the other during each dog’s run.
Competitor tents at the Club Doggie agility trial .
Competitor tents at the Club Doggie agility trial .

Being a volunteer and sitting on the field watching each dog really helped me more than I could ever imagine.  It’s fun to see how each person chooses to run a course.  The crosses they do, the words they use for each obstacle, their hands motions…I really got a feel for how different everyone is and how they connect with their dogs.

Club Doggie hosted an amazing trial.  The parking was right next to the field so competitors didn’t have far to walk with all of their items.  Of course, the scenery is hard to beat and the people are all so much fun.  Even the judge who was from Tyler, Texas was extremely kind and thanked the volunteers after every single run for setting bars and helping out.  The volunteers also appreciated an amazing homemade lunch, courtesy of Kama and Jubie, the owners/trainers at Club Doggie.  Love you ladies so much!

My agility boy!
My agility boy!

Wynston and I are still shooting to compete in the next Club Doggie trial on March 14th and 15th.  We still have a ton of learning to do but I really want to get out on the field to get my first competition out of the way.  Honestly after volunteering, I’m not nearly as nervous.  We learn from the best trainers around and I know they are setting us up for success.  We’ve also been working extra hard…I really want a fancy agility ribbon!

Congrats to all of the winners and competitors at the trial this weekend!  Every dog was absolutely amazing.  I also got to watch my friends run their dogs, which is totally cool.  I’m so proud of them all!!

Have you ever gone to an agility trial?  Have you competed or volunteered?

Filed Under: Agility, Agility Mom, Events Tagged With: Agility, Agility dog, Agility mom, Agility Trial, Club Doggie, Dog Mom, Events

The 139th Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show

February 4, 2015 By Amanda Yantos 12 Comments

Although I’ve never competed in a dog show, I absolutely LOVE to watch them!  Each year I think I’m pretty well versed in dog breeds until I watch national shows…then I realize I know nothing!

Wynston hopes to compete in the Masters Agility Championship one day!
Wynston hopes to compete in the Masters Agility Championship one day!

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Filed Under: Agility, Agility Mom, Dog Shows, Events Tagged With: Agility, Dog Shows, kennel club, Pro Plan, Purina, Westminster

Recap: The Purina Incredible Dog Challenge

January 29, 2015 By Amanda Yantos 2 Comments

Wynston and I watching the agility trial, hoping to compete at the Purina Incredible Dog Challenge one day!
Wynston and I watching the agility trial, hoping to compete at the Purina Incredible Dog Challenge one day!

(Published, June 2014)

This weekend was amazing.  I had the chance to be a part of the Purina Incredible Dog Challenge, one of the biggest, most fun dog competitions in the country.  And I got to be behind the scenes 🙂

Pro Plan invited us to be VIP guests at the event, which took place in Huntington Beach, CA.  It was a perfect day – 72 degrees and sunny.  I really had no idea what to expect because the map seemed to show the event being held right on the beach…and it was!  If you walked 10 feet behind the bleachers, you were standing in the sand.

When we arrived, we parked right next to the event, which was great because we didn’t have to walk far.  I gathered all my stuff, put Wynston in the stroller, and we were off to see the wizard.  Well, not the wizard, but our first mission was to find the VIP tent.  Once we found it, Cory from Pro Plan greeted me and introduced me to some other Pro Plan staff.  At that moment, I felt so incredible.  It was such a tremendous opportunity to meet the friendly, smiling faces behind Pro Plan.

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Filed Under: Active Dogs, Agility Mom, Events Tagged With: Events, Incredible Dog Challenge, ProPlan, Purina, Road Trip

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My name is Amanda and I'm the mom to the most amazing rescue dog and PetSmart model, Wynston. We live and travel out of our van part time. Let's work together! Email me at amanda@dogmomdays.com

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