Multi-time USA World Team Member and medalist, Tracy Riley has been actively involved in the sport of Agility since 2002.  Tracy and her canine teammates have earned multiple wins and placements at local, regional, national and international events. Tracy is an experienced trainer who can build drive and focus. She is a highly energetic and enthusiastic individual who teaches in a clear and simplified manner. Tracy uses positive reinforcement, games, and shaping to build winning behaviors in dogs while teaching their handlers to be consistent and positive. She emphasizes teamwork, consistency, handling skills and most importantly, fun for both handler.

There will be two evening workshops (3 hours each) from 6:30 pm to 9:30 PM on consecutive Tuesdays in December:

Agility Skills for Pre-competition Handler Teams: This workshop will only use jumps and tunnels to improve handling skills.  No contact equipment or weaves will be used.  8 working slots.

When – Tuesday, December 3rd from 6:30 to 9:30 pm

Cost – Members:  $75 for a working slot for one workshop.

Non-members: $90 for a working slot for one workshop.

Advanced Agility Handling Skills: This workshop is for Open/Master Level Teams.  8 working slots.

When – Tuesday, December 10th from 6:30 to 9:30 pm

Cost – Members:  $75 for a working slot for one workshop. 

            Non-members: $90 for a working slot for one workshop.

Registration opens Monday, October 14th at 8 am for Oriole members and Wednesday, October 16th at 8 am for non-members. Online registration and payment are required.  To register, click links below:

Tracy Riley – Agility Skills for Pre-Competition Handler Teams – 12/3/2019

Tracy Riley – Advanced Agility Handling Skills – 12/10/2019

As the total number of working slots are limited, please register early.  All slots will be on a first received basis.  No refunds will be given unless there is a waiting list, or you find a replacement for your slot.

E-mail questions regarding the workshops and registration and/or requests to be waitlisted to Lorinda McKisson at:  ODTCRegistrar@gmail.com

Location:  9 Azar Court, Halethorpe, MD 21227

All Oriole Dog Training Club policies will be in effect, including the following

• There is a $5 clean-up fee for accidents that occur on the turf
• Only non-crumbly, non-staining dog treats may be used on the field
• Dogs are to be relieved in designated outdoor areas
• Dogs are to be crated when not working.

See our website for more house rules: https://orioledogclub.org/house-rules/

Fantastic opportunities at a great price! 

OneMind Dogs Coach Rebecca Thrift Seminars at Oriole are less than two weeks away – have you signed up? There are still openings, so don’t miss out! The seminars are great learning experiences for novice handlers, and wonderful training and handling techniques for young dogs!

Cost per day (9 a.m. to 5 p.m.):

Working teams: Oriole members –$150 • Non-members – $175

Auditors: Oriole members –$60 • Non-members – $85

Friday, Oct. 11— Puppy Foundations, although not just for puppies! OneMind Dogs foundation, techniques, handling, sequencing, introduction to obstacles, flatwork, play, motivation, impulse control and much more! It is open to all dogs with no prerequisites. Puppies should be 14 weeks and older.

Saturday, Oct. 12— Intro to OneMind Dogs Handling/Basic Techniques. For those who are new to OneMind Dogs and have never taken a Techniques seminar, or are looking to refresh their knowledge of the basic techniques.

Sunday, Oct. 13— Young Dogs. The first step to start sequencing with young dogs and also for anyone who wants to learn to build a strong obstacle commitment and get deeper understanding of the three Cs in practice. Learn some of the basic handling techniques to get through the sequences and learn useful skills for the future.

Go to Oriole’s website at https://orioledogclub.org/seminars-and-workshops/ for all the details!

Check out this issue of the Dumbbell:

• General Meeting Highlights (Cameras in the Arena, AKC CGC/Trick Evaluators needed, Committee Members needed)
• Upcoming Seminars (NADAC Gamblers Workshop, OneMind Dog Techniques)
• Photo Sessions (M. Nicole Fischer)
• Member Highlight – Dana Hoppes
• Shout-Outs (new titles & puppies)
• Thinking of you

Dumbbell September 2019

Lot’s of activity this Summer – check out this issue of the Dumbbell:

• Our Club’s First AKC ACT Trials
• Harmful Algae Killing Dogs
• Member Highlight (NEW)
• Accomplishments (many, many new Titles earned)
• Thinking of You (some very sad losses)

Dumbbell August 2019

Click on the link below to view the July 2019 issue of the Oriole Dog Training Club Newsletter, The Dumbbell.  Included in the newsletter are club announcements, events, accomplishments/brags and more!

Dumbbell 2019 July

Oriole Dog Training Club Inc.

Spring SPIRIT WEAR!

Available to order Now through May 28, 2019.  Colors available vary by style.

Place orders online at https://www.customink.com/fundraising/odtc-2019-spirit-wear

• Short Sleeve T-shirts $25
• Polo Shirts          $25
• Long Sleeve T-Shirts $30
• Sweatshirts $35
• Zip Hooded Jacket (3 colors) $40

You may have your order shipped directly to you for a small shipping fee or have them delivered in a bulk order which will be available at the club around June 15, 2019.

Proceeds from the sales benefit the Oriole Dog Training Club and will be used towards new equipment and capital improvements.  Questions – please contact Sheila Saville (301) 490-1970 or dumbbell@orioledogclub.club

Please enjoy this issue of the Oriole Dog Training Club newsletter.

Dumbbell April 2019