June 12 and 13, 2010
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Buckeye DockDogs Demonstration
Working Dog Weekend at Lake Metroparks Farmpark

8800 Chardon Road
Kirtland, OH 44094
(440) 256-2122/(800) 366-3276
www.lakemetroparks.com

Photos by Annette Piechowski

Jumping, flying, splashing pooches will take over the Lake Metroparks Farmpark pond when members of Buckeye DockDogs demonstrate dock jumping during Working Dog Weekend, June 12 and 13, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Dog/handler teams will exhibit their different techniques for success in Big Air, the long jump equivalent for canine athletes in DockDog competitions. Those new to the sport can get tips from club members, and learn the benefits of joining Buckeye DockDogs, the Ohio chapter of the international organization DockDogs.

Due to the nature of this event and facility, do not bring your pets.

Buckeye DockDogs Members!
If you’re looking for almost unlimited practice time, work this event! E-mail Tina to volunteer by June 5th.

Event information
Working Dog Weekend showcases how man’s (and woman’s!) best friend works alongside people in jobs including law enforcement, hunting, therapy, and daily living. Watch versatile, hardworking canine companions, including retrievers, Border Collies, and hounds perform demonstrations on search and rescue, police work, herding, agility and obedience.

2010 Presentations:
Jeff & Misty Wright and the Flying Houndz Frizbee
The Buckeye Retrievers & Carronade Retrievers show off their field and hunt skills.
Hampton Hills Newfoundlands perform water rescue.
4-H Drill team performance
Horse and hound relay
Parade of breeds
Cart pulling dogs
Rescue groups
Service dogs

Visit the Kids’ activity area and shop the many vendors offering pet related items and services. Pick up something special for Rover and Spot in the Farmpark Gift Shop and treat yourself to a tasty bite in the J&J Café at Farmpark.

Admission:
Ages 2 - 11: $4
Ages 60+: $5
Ages 12 - 59: $6
Children younger than 2: Free
Farmpark members: Free

Directions to Lake Metroparks Farmpark
Take I-90 to the Rt. 306 exit. Head south on Route 306 five miles to Chardon Road (Route 6), turn left on Route 6, and head east one mile. Entrance to Farmpark is on the right.

For more information, visit Lake Metroparks Farmpark. Click here!