When Our World Began to Blur
When Our World Began to Blur Our unexpected journey with juvenile cataracts. Photo by: Lianne Matieshin Photography Back in 2017, I was just beginning to explore the world of dog sports, experimenting with nosework and agility alongside a non-traditional breed. These activities became a lifeline during the COVID-19 pandemic, keeping us engaged and active. Then, […]
UPDOG CHALLENGE: Dive into the action and fall in love with the sport.
UPDOG CHALLENGE Dive into the action and fall in love with the sport. When you participate in UpDog events, you’re not just playing—you’re racking up digital achievements called “UPs” that showcase your dedication and talent. These UPs can even help you snag prestigious CKC and AKC Disc Dog titles! And the cherry on top? UpDog’s […]
A NOSE FOR ADVENTURE
A NOSE FOR ADVENTURE An Introduction to the Sporting Detection Dogs Association Sporting Scent Detection is a playful yet competitive variation of traditional scent work, but instead of searching for professional working dog targets like narcotics, explosives, or bed bugs, you and your dog search for competition-approved scents. EVERY DOG CAN JOIN THE FUN! No […]
JUMP-WEAVE-CLIMB-RUN
JUMP-WEAVE-CLIMB-RUNAGILITY: A Canine Sport Like No Other WHAT IS AGILITY Agility continues to be one of the fastest-growing dog sports in Canada, and around the world, and for good reason. The sport gives your dog the mental and physical exercise they need to be happy dogs, but most importantly it develops a deep and loving […]
TRAINING GOALS FOR 2025
TRAINING GOALS FOR 2025 A New Year, A Better Pup-Partnership As we step into 2025, many of us are setting goals for ourselves, so why not include training goals for our pets? Whether you’re an experienced dog owner or a first-time puppy parent, establishing training plans can help improve our relationships, build trust and mutual […]
Beyond Sniffing
BEYOND SNIFFING Scent Detection: The Human End of the Leash In the dog sport of scent detection, a partnership between handler and dog is a delicate balance. Leash handling is a skill, and mastering this skill isn’t easy. It goes beyond just holding on to a leash and watching your dog in a search area. […]
Rally Obedience
Rally Obedience: Turning basic obedience into fun and flashy tricks! By Randi Benko A lot of people think that Rally Obedience is a stuffy, boring sport. I thought the same thing! I tried it out to give my busy dog something slow and thoughtful to do and I fell in love with it. It helped build […]
GUN DOGS: Do you hunt with your Pointing breed dog?
GUN DOGS: Do you hunt with your Pointing breed dog? One of the first things people ask me when they learn that I have a “gun dog” is“Do you hunt with him?” Picture it . . .Regina, 2017. I’m looking for a somewhat sportier dog than the little cocker spaniel mix we had adopted from […]
Turning Up the Heat
TURNING UP THE HEAT Spring Opener Flyball Tournament The first flyball tournament of the 2024 calendar year in Saskatchewan was hosted by KAOS Dog Sports. There was a lot of excitement to be back in the lanes and a new spark for the game after the long winter break. It was fun to see what […]
BARN? HUNT?
BARN? HUNT? You search for what?Not REAL rats? These are often the first questions I hear when I tell someone about this fun and exciting sport my dogs play. Whether a seasoned athlete or brand new to dog sports, Barn Hunt is an extremely welcoming sport that you should check out! Started in 2013, Barn […]