2010 NW Working Dogs Expo
Weekend Schedule
AGENDA
The schedule for the event is still being set. Please note that this schedule is subject to change and times may be adjusted depending on the amount of participants we have. Some events may be affected by the weather. If you have any questions about the events please contact
us. We will update this page
often.
Saturday June 12th
CGC Testing Will Be Available Throughout The Day. Sponsored By Fido City Guide!
8:00 am- Conformation Show with the International All Breed Canine Association - Day #1
We are honored to have the IABCA hold a conformation show Saturday and Sunday. If you're new to IABCA, they are an all-breed show organization that welcomes AKC, UKC and rare breed dogs. Earn your IABCA titles and receive written critiques from experienced judges. Come meet this awesome group of people and strut your stuff with your dog!
PDI NW Regional Trials Begin
Sponsored by Dog Sport Gear!
9:00 am - Saturday is the Protection Dogs International Northwest Regional Trials. Here members and non-members alike may compete their dogs in the Training, Personal Protection Dog, and TOP Dog Divisions. Obedience, Civil Agitation, Attack On Handler and several other scenerios will be offered to test the protective abilities of your dog in real world situations. Points toward Top Dog of the Year will be earned. (Membership applications will be available at the trial.)
PDI Novice Division
This event is open to any person over the age of 15 years old wishing to compete and see where they and their dog stand with out having to compete in the full requirements of the PPD exercise. Competition includes on-leash obedience and Handler Protection Exercise.
PDI Personal Protection Dog Division
This competition is open to any person over the age of 15 that wishes to compete. A Personal Protection Dog (PPD) is defined as one with the abilities to detect a possible threat and, at the handlers discretion, deter and defend its handler from the threat.
PDI Tactical Operations (TOPS) Dog Division
The TOPS Division is open to any member 18 years of age or older wishing to compete. The patrol dog is defined as one with the abilities and, at the discretion of the handler, to apprehend and control the potential threat.
Tune-Ups With Sherri Loftis & Alyssa Larson
Here's your chance to get some one-on-one time with trainer Sherri Loftis and Alyssa Larson of Von Larson Kennels. Whether it's problem solving, some decoy or agitation work, they're ready to help you. Times are allocated in 20 minute time slots and are $30 dollars each. These slots will be VERY limited and are available as time permits so register early and be prepared to jump in with your dog!
PDI Decoys Choice & High-In-Trial
The High-In-Trial & Decoy's Choice Awards will be announced at the end of the day.
Sunday June 13th
CGC Testing Will Be Available Throughout The Day
8:00 am- IABCA Conformation Show - Day 2
Show #3 includes the following breed specialty competitions:
- CANE CORSO - Sponsored by the SACCI
- Fila Brasileiro - Sponsored by Briarwood Kennels
8:00 am- American Temperament Test Society- ATTS
Co-Hosted By Pacific NW Pit Bull Rescue & Sponsored By Spot Magazine!
The ATTS test will begin at 8AM and continue until completed. This temperament test is open to all pure and mixed breeds. This is a 10-step test - details can be found at www.ATTS.org. Note: We have to limit this test to a maximum of 45 dogs, so PRE-REGISTRATION IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!
3:00pm - NW Working Dogs "RAFFLE 4 RESCUE"
Our annual "Raffle 4 Rescue" will commence with the drawings for the winners. Note: You do NOT need to be present to win!
THE FOLLOWING EVENTS ARE PLANNED FOR THE EXPO WEEKEND. EXACT DAYS AND TIMES HAVE NOT YET BEEN DETERMINED.
South African Boerboel Breed Suitability Test
A comprehensive Breed Suitability Test that includes agility, obedience, and courage tests. This test is OPEN TO ALL BREEDS!
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Get Directions to the show.
58892 Saulser Rd., St. Helens OR 97051
The Columbia County Fairgrounds is in St. Helens Oregon, about 30 miles from downtown Portland.
"He is your friend, your partner,
your defender, your dog. You are his life, his love, his
leader.
He will be yours, faithful and true, to the last beat of his
heart. You owe it to him to be worthy of such devotion."
- Unknown
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