Bring your dog to join us at our Try-It Day on Saturday, March 11th from 1 until 3 p.m. at our facility at 6695 N. Bottom Road in Bloomington, IN.
We’ll have club members and instructors on hand to answer all of your questions.
Flying Paws Agility is happy to announce the start of our 2023 class season!
Classes will begin the week of April 10th. We encourage you to take a look at the class description and if you have any questions, please email us today!
Stimulus control training is all about response to cues
For a behavior
This means, for example, if I have trained the behavior, “Sit pretty,”:
Saturday, April 22nd and Sunday, April 23rd, 9 am to 5 pm
Samantha Parsons is a dog trainer and dog agility enthusiast. Sam’s goal is to develop teamwork between the dog and handler through clear communication and positive experiences. Sam leads with compassion and empathy in her work.
Working spots limited to 10 per day.
Cost: $150 Per day working spot
To Register, Email: FPACEvents@gmail.com
Location: Flying Paws Agility Club, 6695 N Bottom Road, Bloomington, IN 47404
Day 1: General Stimulus Control:
Reinforcement Markers Review
Reinforcement Markers with Agility
Crucial Stimulus Control Prerequisites for Agility
Day 2: Stimulus Control During Agility Exercises (putting day 1 into practice):
Each session will be a full day of training. Some will be lecture, and some will be hands-on with your dog.
We strongly recommend that people attend both days to get the most benefit out of the seminar.
Day 1 is required to attend day 2. Day 2 will be a continuation, and use what was learned in day 1 within the agility environment.
Prerequisites:
Since day 2 will do some course work, attendees must have jump, tunnel and short sequencing experience.
About Samantha (Sam)
Samantha Parsons is a dog trainer and dog agility enthusiast. Sam’s goal is to develop teamwork between the dog and handler through clear communication and positive experiences, and leads with compassion and empathy in her work.
Her credentials include a Bachelor of Science degree in the field of animal science, as well as over a decade in the sport of dog agility and dog training.
Some noteworthy accomplishments include:
Event Hosted by:
Flying Paws Agility Club
6695 N Bottom Road, Bloomington, IN 47404
Website: flyingpawsagility.com
To Register, Email: FPACEvents@gmail.com
TNT – Timing N Techniques!
Agility veteran Karen Lechner (Pawz4Success) loves teaching her students to be fair, clear, and consistent in training. The result is her students create confident dogs and handler teams that love the sport, performing with speed and accuracy! With Karen’s instruction you will learn the techniques needed to be a successful handler.
Working spots limited to 10 per day (FULL); Auditing spots unlimited
Day One: Let’s Get Connected!
Day Two: Do You Have Commitment Issues?
Cost: $200 per day working spot – Auditing spot $50 per day
To Register, Email: FPACEvents@gmail.com
Location: Flying Paws Agility Club, 6695 N Bottom Road, Bloomington, IN 47404
DAY ONE: Let’s Get Connected!
Prerequisites: Dog must be at least 15 months old, and proficient on all obstacles, with sequencing experience.
DAY TWO: Do You Have Commitment Issues?
Prerequisites: Dog must be at least 15 months old, and proficient on all obstacles, with full sequencing experience.
About Karen
In 1996, it all began for Karen. It was at that time that she purchased her first Labrador retriever, Cody. She started agility “just for fun”. After a few years she proudly became the sixth person in the country to earn a Master Agility Championship (MACH).
Since then, Karen has earned many placements and titles in both agility and obedience with several of her dogs; earning both obedience championships (OTCH) as well as agility championships (MACH). Karen currently competes in agility with her amazing partner Tag.
MACH SHR Rhumbline’s High Grade MXG MJS JH “Grady”
In 2011 Karen and Grady qualified to try out for and attended the AKC World Team tryouts in Minnesota, where they had some beautiful runs! In an arena full of border collies, Grady stood out, being the only Labrador to try out in the large dog division.
OTCH MACH3 SHR Rhumbline’s Pepsi With A Twist UDX11 OGM MXG MJG XF “Pepsi”
In 2012 Karen’s other Labrador, Pepsi, became the first female black lab in the United States to earn both her Obedience Trial Championship (OTCH) and Master Agility Championship (MACH). Karen and Pepsi have had the honor of being invited and attended three National Obedience Championship (NOC) events around the country.
MACH6 SHR Rhumbline’s Catch Me If U Can CDX GN JH MXS2 PDS MJS2 PJS MXF T2B2 WC “Tag”
Tag is currently Karen’s agility partner; earning multiple MACH’s and proving to be a fierce competitor. He has qualified and competed in 3 consecutive Westminster Kennel Club events, earning a spot in the 2020 finals. In addition, he continues to be a “Top 25 Labrador“, receiving two consecutive invites to the prestigious AKC Invitational and is currently ranked as the #1 MACH Labrador in the country.
Rhumbline’s Hot Off The Press “Newz”
Newz is Karen’s newest agility partner. At only 22 months old she is already showing great promise and sure to be another superstar of Karen’s.
Event Hosted by:
Flying Paws Agility Club
6695 N Bottom Road, Bloomington, IN 47404
Website: flyingpawsagility.com
To Register, Email: FPACEvents@gmail.com
Flying Paws Agility Club, Bloomington IN, is hosting Nationals Inspired Run Thrus
Join us for some practice on the dirt!
April 23rd from 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
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Two dirt rings of “Nationals” inspired courses will be setup. Standard with embedded Traditional Jackpot and Jumpers Set up and check-in from 11:00 to 11:45 $20 for a full day (per dog) or $7 for a single run Pre-registration is preferred. To register (or if you have questions), email us at FPACEvents@gmail.com Address: 6695 N Bottom Road Bloomington, IN 47404 |
Drills, Skills & Thrills!
Agility veteran Karen Lechner (Pawz4Success) loves teaching her students to be fair, clear, and consistent in training. The result is her students create confident dogs and handler teams that love the sport, performing with speed and accuracy! With Karen’s instruction you will learn the techniques needed to be a successful handler.
Working spots limited to 10 per day; Auditing spots unlimited
Day One: Drills, Skills and Thrills
Day Two: Mastering Courses
Cost: $200 per day working spot – Auditing spot $75 per day
To Register, Email: FPACEvents@gmail.com
Location: Flying Paws Agility Club, 6695 N Bottom Road, Bloomington, IN 47404
DAY ONE: Drills, Skills and Thrills
Session will focus on Serpentines, Threadles, Backsides and more. Improve your handling techniques, and your dog’s understanding.
Prerequisites: Dog must be at least 15 months old, and proficient on all obstacles, with full sequencing experience.
DAY TWO: Mastering Courses
Day two will put your skills to the test. This session is aimed at addressing key handling skills and choices needed by teams of all levels. If you attend day one, this will build on what you learned and help put it into practice. Teams will be provided detailed feedback for improving their handling, with emphasis placed on clearer and faster handling execution.
Prerequisites: Dog must be at least 15 months old, and proficient on all obstacles, with full sequencing experience.
About Karen
In 1996, it all began for Karen. It was at that time that she purchased her first Labrador retriever, Cody. She started agility “just for fun”. After a few years she proudly became the sixth person in the country to earn a Master Agility Championship (MACH).
Since then, Karen has earned many placements and titles in both agility and obedience with several of her dogs; earning both obedience championships (OTCH) as well as agility championships (MACH). Karen currently competes in agility with her amazing partner Tag.
MACH SHR Rhumbline’s High Grade MXG MJS JH “Grady”
In 2011 Karen and Grady qualified to try out for and attended the AKC World Team tryouts in Minnesota, where they had some beautiful runs! In an arena full of border collies, Grady stood out, being the only Labrador to try out in the large dog division.
OTCH MACH3 SHR Rhumbline’s Pepsi With A Twist UDX11 OGM MXG MJG XF “Pepsi”
In 2012 Karen’s other Labrador, Pepsi, became the first female black lab in the United States to earn both her Obedience Trial Championship (OTCH) and Master Agility Championship (MACH). Karen and Pepsi have had the honor of being invited and attended three National Obedience Championship (NOC) events around the country.
MACH4 SHR Rhumbline’s Catch Me If U Can CDX GN JH MXB2 PDS MJB2 PJD MXF T2B2 WC “Tag”
Tag is currently Karen’s agility partner; earning multiple MACH’s and proving to be a fierce competitor. He has qualified and competed in 3 consecutive Westminster Kennel Club events, earning a spot in the 2020 finals. In addition, he continues to be a “Top 25 Labrador“, receiving two consecutive invites to the prestigious AKC Invitational and is currently ranked as the 4th Labrador in the country.
Event Hosted by:
Flying Paws Agility Club
6695 N Bottom Road, Bloomington, IN 47404
Website: flyingpawsagility.com
To Register, Email: FPACEvents@gmail.com
Drills, Skills & Thrills!
Agility veteran Karen Lechner (Pawz4Success) loves teaching her students to be fair, clear, and consistent in training. The result is her students create confident dogs and handler teams that love the sport, performing with speed and accuracy! With Karen’s instruction you will learn the techniques needed to be a successful handler.
Working spots limited to 10 per day; Auditing spots unlimited
Day One: Drills, Skills and Thrills
Day Two: Mastering Courses
Cost: $200 per day working spot – Auditing spot $75 per day
To Register, Email: FPACEvents@gmail.com
Location: Flying Paws Agility Club, 6695 N Bottom Road, Bloomington, IN 47404
DAY ONE: Drills, Skills and Thrills
Session will focus on Serpentines, Threadles, Backsides and more. Improve your handling techniques, and your dog’s understanding.
Prerequisites: Dog must be at least 15 months old, and proficient on all obstacles, with full sequencing experience.
DAY TWO: Mastering Courses
Day two will put your skills to the test. This session is aimed at addressing key handling skills and choices needed by teams of all levels. If you attend day one, this will build on what you learned and help put it into practice. Teams will be provided detailed feedback for improving their handling, with emphasis placed on clearer and faster handling execution.
Prerequisites: Dog must be at least 15 months old, and proficient on all obstacles, with full sequencing experience.
About Karen
In 1996, it all began for Karen. It was at that time that she purchased her first Labrador retriever, Cody. She started agility “just for fun”. After a few years she proudly became the sixth person in the country to earn a Master Agility Championship (MACH).
Since then, Karen has earned many placements and titles in both agility and obedience with several of her dogs; earning both obedience championships (OTCH) as well as agility championships (MACH). Karen currently competes in agility with her amazing partner Tag.
MACH SHR Rhumbline’s High Grade MXG MJS JH “Grady”
In 2011 Karen and Grady qualified to try out for and attended the AKC World Team tryouts in Minnesota, where they had some beautiful runs! In an arena full of border collies, Grady stood out, being the only Labrador to try out in the large dog division.
OTCH MACH3 SHR Rhumbline’s Pepsi With A Twist UDX11 OGM MXG MJG XF “Pepsi”
In 2012 Karen’s other Labrador, Pepsi, became the first female black lab in the United States to earn both her Obedience Trial Championship (OTCH) and Master Agility Championship (MACH). Karen and Pepsi have had the honor of being invited and attended three National Obedience Championship (NOC) events around the country.
MACH4 SHR Rhumbline’s Catch Me If U Can CDX GN JH MXB2 PDS MJB2 PJD MXF T2B2 WC “Tag”
Tag is currently Karen’s agility partner; earning multiple MACH’s and proving to be a fierce competitor. He has qualified and competed in the 2018, 2019 and 2020 Westminster Kennel Club event (making it to the finals in 2018 and 2020). In addition, he continues to be a “Top 25 Labrador” earning him 2 consecutive invites to the prestigious AKC Invitational.
Event Hosted by:
Flying Paws Agility Club
6695 N Bottom Road, Bloomington, IN 47404
Website: flyingpawsagility.com
To Register, Email: FPACEvents@gmail.com
Jump start your agility training by building a better relationship with your dog through behavioral wellness.
Samantha Parsons is a dog trainer and dog agility enthusiast. Sam’s goal is to develop teamwork between the dog and handler through clear communication and positive experiences. Sam leads with compassion and empathy in her work.
Working spots limited to 10 per day.
Cost: $155 Per day working spot
To Register, Email: FPACEvents@gmail.com
Location: Flying Paws Agility Club, 6695 N Bottom Road, Bloomington, IN 47404
Day One: Dog Training Necessities:
Day Two: Implementation of Necessities into agility training
This seminar will be more of a lecture format than the typical handling seminars. Following the lecture for each topic, working teams will be given time to practice what was covered in the lecture.
Note: Since day two builds on day one, registration priority will be given to those registering for both days.
About Samantha (Sam)
Samantha Parsons is a dog trainer and dog agility enthusiast. Sam’s goal is to develop teamwork between the dog and handler through clear communication and positive experiences, and leads with compassion and empathy in her work.
Her credentials include a Bachelor of Science degree in the field of animal science, as well as over a decade in the sport of dog agility and dog training.
Some noteworthy accomplishments include:
Event Hosted by:
Flying Paws Agility Club
6695 N Bottom Road, Bloomington, IN 47404
Website: flyingpawsagility.com
To Register, Email: FPACEvents@gmail.com
Hot and humid conditions are here for the foreseeable future. The following information was provided to us by Denice Rackley, who is a freelance writer, an RVT, a working Border Collie breeder/trainer and a livestock producer.
Photo by Lum3n.com on Pexels.com
Summer heat is upon us in the Ohio valley. We head to pools, lakes or inside in the afternoons but we need to be aware of the health risks heat poses to our pets.
Dogs can overheat due to exercise in warm weather and being confined in a hot environment with no way to get out of the heat or cool off. People do not realize they can also overheat in rather cool temperatures due to mental stress and anxiety.
Evaporative cooling is the most efficient means of lowering body temperature. We are able to sweat over our entire body, dogs can’t because of their hair. Panting is the primary means of evaporate cooling for dogs. High humidity quickly multiples the concerns of summer temperatures. Similar to us when the humidity is high dogs have difficulty keeping cool becoming overheated more easily. Overweight dogs, dogs that are not physically fit and those that are medically compromised have even a tougher time with weather extremes. Overheating can cause organ and heart failure, it can be fatal. Knowing how to prevent heat stroke, the warning signs and action you can take immediately to cool a dog could save your dog’s life.
Preventing Heat Stroke
Knowing how your dog normally behaves in warm or humid weather is the first step to recognizing warning signs. Most dogs’ normal temperature is 101 to 102. It is not uncommon for dogs that are nervous or scared to have temperatures of 102.5. (Temperature can be taken rectally with a normal human thermometer.) After exercise the temperature can easily be 103. If they reach 104 some dogs will exhibit warning signs of becoming to hot.
Preventing heat stroke is easier than treating a dog after it has overheated.
Signs of Heat Stroke
Dogs can exhibit multiple signs of overheating. The first signs can be subtle continuing to get more serious as the condition worsens. Most agree that a temperature of 103 is high. A temp over 106 indicates the dog is in immediate danger and veterinary care needs to sought.
Signs of overheating and heat stoke can include
If caught early simply offering cool water to drink and running cool water on the dog’s stomach, legs and paws will help lower their temperature. Putting a dog in a tub of water, allowing it to stay there is not as effective as running water over the dog or having the dog get in and out of water. When a dog is immersed in a tub of water the water trapped in the hair will get warm acting as an insulator against the cooler water. Just getting a dog wet is not the point, you want the water to be cool taking heat from the body then away from the dog. You need the water to evaporate aiding in cooling. Placing the dog in front of a fan or in air conditioning will help with evaporation.
A Caution
If the dog is alert offer cool water to drink but only allow a few laps of water at a time every few minutes. Swallowing lots of water while panting excessively could lead to the dog swallowing air possibly leading to bloat. Do not force your dog to drink which could result in water getting into its lungs. Monitor the dogs temperature every 3 minutes. As soon as their temperature begins to drop stop cooling efforts and continue monitoring. Dry the dog off, keeping them in a cool environment. If you continue cooling you may cause the temperature to drop to low. Once the dog’s temp is normal and panting has slowed more water can be offered allowing the dog to rehydrate itself.
Dogs don’t lose electrolytes through exercise like we do. Oral replacements of electrolytes are not effective. If a dog exhibits heat stroke there are physiological changes that make intravenous fluids and electrolytes necessary.
Do not confine a dog to a crate that has had recent exercise even if they appear fine. This is especially true of warm dogs that are wet. The crate will act as sauna. The water being cooler than the dog restricts the blood vessels reducing the blood flow to the dog’s skin forcing the heat inward raising the dogs temperature. A crate restricts air flow preventing evaporative cooling. The dog will be hotter inside the crate than outside.
Contact your veterinarian if you are concerned about your dog.
Risk Factors
While All dogs are at a certain risk for overheating there are some breeds that have a higher risk.
Dogs can over heat rather easily. It is up to you to know your dogs normal behavior and the warning signs that your dog is getting overheated. Prevention is rather simple – provide cool water, shade, frequent rest breaks for your four-legged friends in an environment with good air flow. The best course of action is to prevent this potentially life-threatening condition.
By Denice Rackley
Flying Paws Agility is happy to announce the start of our 2020 class season!
Bring your dog to join us at our annual free Try It Day on Saturday, April 4 from 2 until 4 p.m. at our facility at 6695 N. Bottom Road in Bloomington, IN.
We’ll have club members and instructors on hand to answer all of your questions. And, there will be an agility demonstration as well as a free give-away of some awesome Flying Paws items.
Classes will begin the week of April 6. We have changed our class structure a bit to make it even better for our students. We encourage you to take a look at the class description and if you have any questions, please email us today!
Flying Paws Agility Club 