Draft Dog Day a Success for All

What a great day!!  The SAWHDA Draft Dog Workshop was a huge success. There was truly something for everyone and the dogs were all able to participate, from puppies to practiced adults.  It was a tremendous pleasure for the four instructors to be able to work with such an enthusiastic group of people. We admired the wonderful temperaments of all the dogs present.  All the dogs were able to work without interfering with other teams.  All the dogs were calm and relaxed in the hall setting.  Tammy and Tig went from rank beginners to carting with full turns as though they had been carting for months.   We were lucky to have Nikki and Tom offer to try their dogs at all three events in the DD test.  And when we were done, Tubby showed how he taught his dogs to walk up ahead of the handler in working towards the DDX title. We were able to raise $150 which was presented to Tubby Miller and earmarked for his next Newf rescue.   Thank you to all those who participated and who helped with clean-up and transportation of equipment.  Thank you to Deb and Shar for their endless energy in setting up the hall, preparing the food, cleaning the hall, and helping pack up all the equipment.  We will be working outdoors from this point onward over the summer and our base will be Shadowbar Shepherds northwest of Lundbreck. 


Events and practices will be posted on this website and we invite everyone to take advantage of the outdoor venue to get ready for the summer shows. 
  
We are looking for more 'square dance' dogs so if you would like to join us, please let us know.  We have been invited to perform in two events over the summer/fall already.  


The parade season is coming up as well and those who would like to try their new found skills in drafting by taking in a parade can set their sights on the Canada Day Parade in the Crowsnest Pass for some fun and enjoyment.


Good luck to those of you who are entered in the Medicine Hat show in the next couple of weeks.