Actor's Studio: Is
your dog a ham? Be a part of the camp play by attending
the actor's studio
where your dog joins the cast and learn their "lines".
Cheryle Homuth will be “directing” this
class. Have fun and “break a leg!”
Agility
(Beginning):
For those dogs that are new to agility. You will learn
what the competition involves and how to acclimate
your dog to the obstacles. Join Tammie Riepe in introducing
agility to your dog!
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Agility
(Intermediate): For campers that have taken
basic training in agility and know all the obstacles.
Learn how to add front and rear crosses, build motivation
and passion to your agility courses. Also, if there
are any problem obstacles, our instructor, Dave Bate,
can give you ideas to help your dog master them.
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Agility
Run Throu: A numbered beginner and advanced
course will be set up for campers to do a run through
like a mock trial. This session is offered during
session 4; our “hop in and hop out” session.
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Agility
Games: Agility Games is a fun seminar for
dogs and handlers working at an intermediate level.
The rules to each game played will be explained and
the games will be simple and fun! Join Melissa Ryback
in this new and fun seminar!
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Animal
Communication: Animal
Communicators Rebecca Moravec (1st camp) and Carol
Schultz (2nd camp) will be conducting a session on
telepathic communication. During the seminar sessions,
you can find out how you can understand an animal’s
behavior, viewpoint, needs and feelings. You may tap
into their wisdom and their humor.
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Barks
'N Crafts: There are always new projects available,
so make sure you stop by and check things out! What
camp experience wouldn't be complete without a plaster
paw print or a homemade doggy bed? There will be projects
available all day except during "All Camp Activities." Barks
'n Crafts will be open from 9am-7pm.
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Bonfire
with S’mores: Join us Saturday and Sunday
night at 9PM for a fun gathering around the bonfire.
S’mores will be provided but you must come prepared
with campfire songs and ghost stories to share with
friends!
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Camps
Next Top Mutt-el! This year
we will have a face-off in front of an audience of movers
and shakers at Dog Days of Wisconsin. You and your pooch
will be struttin’ your stuff and your original
clothing design down the runway to win the evening prize
of Camps Next Top Mutt-el. There is a twist though (like
all reality shows); you will have to put together an
outfit with clothing that we supply! Good luck to one
and all mutt-els!
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Canine
Performance Agility Games: Events is an agility titling organization that allows
mixed breeds as well as purebreds. Titling can be done
through standard courses and games. The main philosophy
is fun! Join Dave Bate to learn the rules and play the
games in this seminar.
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Clicker
Training with Dogs:
This seminar, taught by Katie Oilschlager, will go
over beginning clicker skills. You will learn how important
timing, criteria and rate of reinforcement should be
for new behavior taught to your dog.
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Costume
Contest:
Sunday evening is "The Event" at camp…
the costume party! Your canine companion can dress up
or you and your canine companion can dress up. The costume
can be as simple or elaborate as you like. First, second,
and third prizes will be awarded based on the vote of
the audience and participants. If you are planning to
participate in this competition, please register at
the camp office by noon on Sunday, so we can include
you and your dog on the ballot.
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Dig for
Buried Treasure: For a $2
donation, your dog will be able to "sniff” for
wonderful treasures. Hopefully, by the end of camp,
the dogs will not have taken all the balls to chase!
Proceeds go to our We Can Make a Difference for Dogs
fund. Stop by the Camp Office!
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Dock Diving:
Join Todd Oilschlager in learning the basics of competing in trial dock diving,
and what it takes to get your dog to jump off the dock. Bring your swim suit
as you may need to get into the water with your dog! Also, bring a motivating
toy for your dog.
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Dog Bathing:
We will have towels, shampoos, hose and a dryer ready
when you are to get Fluffy smell’n purty! The
bathing station will be open Saturday through Monday
at your convenience. The “Salon” will
also have brushes available along with ear cleaning
and nail trimming supplies. It’s all self serve
and starts at $5 and will go up from there depending
on your grooming needs.
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Dog Massage:
This workshop, conducted by Amy McManaway, AMTA certified massage therapist,
will include the overall benefits of dog massage. Specific massage techniques
for the geriatric pet as well as pre and post event massage for the athletic
dog.
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Flower
Essence Lab:
Learn about the use of flower essences for your pet. Flower essences have been
used to help dogs with anxiety, breaking bad habits and changing emotional
states in problematic dog behaviors. Join Claudeen McAuliffe (www.kindnessk9.com)
in this exciting workshop. This will be a working lab where you will be able
to make your own flower essence and there is a small fee for this session.
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Freestyle
Dance:
Do you like to dance? Do you like to interact
with your dog? If the answer is yes, then join Cheryle
Homuth to learn how to teach your dog some movements
that you can put to music! Learn to teach your dog
to do under, turn, way, pole, loop, walk, circle, gee,
haw and take a bow. At the end of the seminar we will
put some of these moves to music as a group. This is
lots of fun for you and your dog. A great way for therapy
dogs to entertain people at the places they visit.
Reward-based training, so bring lots of treats that
can be offered in teensy pieces. You’ll want
to reward often! If your dog is toy motivated, be sure
to bring that special toy.
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Frisbee
(beginning):
Does your dog like the Frisbee? Learn how to
teach your dog to catch the Frisbee and how to throw
the Frisbee properly for them. Join Mare Potts (www.flydogs.ws)
for a fun filled, flying session of Frisbee!
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Frisbee
Freestyle:
Learn tricks to attach to your dogs retrieve!
This Frisbee freestyle session teaches you and your
dog moves that can be put into a routine for your Frisbee
retrieving dog. Join Mare Potts (www.flydogs.ws) in
this fun, fast-paced seminar!
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Fun Doggy
Olympics:
Patti Muraczewski (www.forpetssake.cc) will lead a
series of fun competitions designed for all ages and
skill levels! Some events involve a team while other
events are for single participants. No matter what
you like to do there is something for everyone! Even
if you don't want to be in an event you can cheer on
your fellow campers, staff and speakers as they compete,
in a fun way, for the gold or rather the blue! No need
to sign up for this activity, just come to the Main
Lodge at 3:30 on Sunday.
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Games Dogs
Play:
Join our Dog Days staff and learn some new and exciting
games you can play with your dog either alone or in
a group. Spend time playing with your dog and you'll
take home lots of new things to do on your own or with
your doggy friends! You will also have the opportunity
to participate with other campers in some very friendly
competition. This session is being offered Monday morning
for those that don't want to participate in the fun
competitions.
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Household
Hazards: In this seminar
learn about how hazardous chemicals from cleaning products
to plants, and even cosmetic makeup can be toxic to
your pets and family. Find out which products are safe
and which you should never use. Many cleaning products
settle one foot off the floor, right at the level of
air space where your dog is breathing. This can cause
respiratory issues, allergy flare ups and other problems.
Many natural products are on the market today so join
Katie Wilke, Manager of Central Bark North (www.centralbarkusa.com)
to find out which ones work and which ones you should
leave on the store shelf.
Hiking
on the Ice Age Trail
Hike with trail guide Laura Tuttle, General Manager
of Harmony Pet Care (www.harmonypet.com), to see plenty
of beautiful Wisconsin scenery on the Ice Age Trail.
This particular section of the Ice Age Trail includes
a small stream and many photo opportunities. To get
to the trail you will drive less than 10 minutes and
leave right after breakfast on Sunday. Plan to bring
water along with you.
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Lure Coursing:
Lure Coursing is an exciting speed sport where a dog
chases the lure around a course. The excitement is
one of the reasons lure coursing is the focus of
such contagious enthusiasm and at camp the courses
are designed for all breeds of dogs. It definitely
is a favorite for most of the dogs that come to camp.
Join Ed Muraczewski (www.forpetssake.cc) in this
enthusiastic event!
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Noise
Phobias:
Is your dog afraid of loud noises? Join Claudeen McAuliffe (www.kindnessk9.com)
in this workshop that will cover how the fear of sounds and storms is learned.
You will learn how to help your dog cope through bodywork, plants, complimentary
medicine, hormones and pheromones, mechanical and pharmaceuticals.
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Pet Trick
Contest:
Does your pet have a favorite trick that he does or
that you do? Come and share your trick with the rest
of camp and you may win first, second or third prize.
Prizes are awarded based on votes by the audience and
participants. Originality and creativity are encouraged,
and remember; sometimes it's not the trick itself but
the delivery that makes it a success! If you are planning
to participate in this competition, please register
at the Camp Office by noon on Saturday so we can include
you and your dog on the ballot.
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Power Lounging:
Grab your lawn chair and book or journal and relax
for a bit. You can turn your watch in to the staff
member on duty and they will let you know what time
it is so all you have to do is relax with your dog!
There will be plenty of sun and shade available so
take the time to pull up a bit of ground and watch
the world go by!
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Rally
(Beginning AKC/APDT): A sport
in which the dog and handler complete a course that
has been designed by the judge. Join Tammie Riepe to
learn at your own pace, how to follow through the courses
stations. At each station you will be provided instructions
for the skill that is to be performed. Handlers are
encouraged to use verbal praise, petting and even food
rewards. Scoring is not as rigorous as traditional
obedience. You can go out and some fun with your dog’s
obedience commands. Both AKC and APDT rules will be
reviewed.
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Rally-O: Rally is a sport in which
the dog and handler complete a course that has been
designed by the judge. The judge tells the handler
to begin, and the dog and handler proceed at their
own pace through a course of designated stations (10
- 20, depending on
the level). Each of these stations has a sign providing
instructions regarding the next skill that is to be
performed. Join Mary Anne Coutley (www.forpetssake.cc)
and learn about this fun spin on traditional obedience!
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Scootering: A fun way for your dog
to pull you on a push scooter. It’s a great way
to get your dogs muscles moving. Scooters will be available
for small rental fee unless you plan to bring one from
home. So come on and give it try and enjoy the great
outdoors with your dog. Speakers for this class are
Sue Sternberg (www.animalsforadoption.org) first weekend
and Lynn Olenik, shelter Manager of Humane Animal Welfare
Society (www.hawspets.org), will join us the second
weekend.
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Silent
Auction:
Back by popular demand is the silent auction! Bid on items while at camp
that have been donated by our sponsors. Items include dinners, dog toys,
supplies, etc. The items will be on display along with the "bid sheet." Seeing
the "bid sheet" will give you the opportunity to outbid the previous
bidder. Before the end of camp, all campers will submit an organization
related to dogs that could benefit from the raised funds. All the submissions
are put into a hat and three are drawn. Remember, the primary requirements
are that the organization be dog-related and non-profit.
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Sunrise
Canoe or Walk:
Start your day off with a morning walk or canoe on
Pickerel Lake. There are several hiking paths available
around camp. At 6:30 a.m. each morning the walk will
start from the office. The canoeing will start from
the beach. If you are a new canoer, instructions will
be available. No need to pre-register for this activity!
Just show up bright and early with tails wagging. This
is a great way to work up an appetite for breakfast!
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Tennis
Ball Hunt:
Join us in a mad scramble to find as many tennis balls
as you can within the time limit! This is a favorite
with both humans and dogs and some of our best pictures
have come from the tennis ball hunt. The hunt will
start at 8:30 on Monday so plan to come before you
go to your competitions. The best part is that you
get to keep all of the tennis balls you find! This
is an on-leash event.
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Throw
Your Dog a Turnip: Find out
if your dog's diet may be causing less than perfect
manners. Discuss essential nutrients for emotional,
mental and behavioral wellness. Understand the nutritional
roots of behavior issues. Fully appreciate the concept
of "we are what we eat," by learning to make
simple changes to your dog's diet that may promote
and sustain behavioral changes. Join Claudeen McAuliffe
(www.kindnessk9.com) for this informational seminar.
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Tracking
(Beginning):
Does your dog love to use its nose? Have you wanted
to see what kind of tracking ability he/she has? Do
you know that your dog has the ability but you haven't
known what to do with it? To find the answer to these
questions, attend this beginners tracking seminar with
Arlene King.
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Treat Cooking
for Dogs:
Do you love to bake cookies? Here's your chance to
join Patti Muraczewski (www.forpetssake.cc) and learn
how to bake healthy dog treats for your favorite canine
companion. Just think of the possibilities for Christmas
and Birthday gifts. Now you'll know what to give your
dog's best friend, when they seem to have everything.
Join Patti in the kitchen for fun and leave with some
tasty treats.
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Trick Training:
Teaching your dog tricks has a number of benefits.
They teach focus, are mentally stimulating, can reduce
stress, and can serve as a physical warm up for sports.
Besides that, you can use them to impress your friends!
Join Cheryl Homuth (1st camp) and Sharon Cerny (2nd
camp) as they teach you and your dog some simple
and some not so simple tricks. Bring your treats!
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Waterfront
Activities (Canoeing, Swimming, etc.)
Care for a swim or maybe a paddle around the lake in
a canoe? Our lifeguards will be happy to help you at
the waterfront. The waterfront is an optional off-leash
area that can give you and your dog a chance to enjoy
the water. The waterfront is closed during meals and "All
Camp" activities. If you have brought two dogs
to camp, they are both allowed at the waterfront, as
long as you have voice control of them.
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Water Games:
If you and your dog enjoy the water, put on your suit
and come down to the lakefront for water games with
Patti Muraczewski (www.forpetssake.cc). Most of the
games will involve you and/or your dog going into
the water but there will be a few games for the land
lovers as well.
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Working
with Crystals for Your Dog: Come and learn about the exciting world of crystals
with Rebecca Moravec (www.kindredspiritsanimalcommunication.com).
Crystals provide powerful, energetic properties that
can benefit your dog. You can match up the appropriate
crystals to your dog’s needs. This course will
also cover how to choose, cleanse, program and direct
energetic and healing properties of crystals. There
is an additional charge for materials. Limit 15 participants.
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Personal Services Descriptions
Animal
Communications Private Sessions:
Join Animal Communicator Rebecca Moravec in a private
consultation session (www.kindredspiritsanimalcommunication.com).
During a private session, you will have the opportunity
to telepathically communicate with your canine companion
through Rebecca. You must prepare a sheet with the
animal's name, age, breed and four questions that you
would like to ask your companion. This 15-minute session
can unlock a whole new world for you and your canine
companion or continue to strengthen the communication
bond that you already started. If you are interested
in a private session, you can sign up in the Dog Days
Office after dinner on Friday or throughout the weekend.
There is an additional charge for these private sessions.
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Massage
Therapy for Dogs:
Why should you be the only one to receive a relaxing
and invigorating massage? Now you can pass on the good
fortune to your dog! Amy McManaway is a licensed professional
in both human and canine massage therapy. The benefits
to dogs are the same as humans, so treat your special
friend to a message. $40 for half hour session, $75
for 1 hour session. Sign up in the Camp Office after
dinner on Friday night or throughout the weekend.
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Massage
Therapy for People:
Why not treat yourself to the wonderful benefits of
massage! The massages are approximately 30 minutes
or 1 hour. Amy McManaway is a licensed professional
in both human and canine massage therapy. What a great
addition to camp! Whether you get a regular massage
or this is a special treat, it will be a memorable
part of your camp. $40 for half hour session, $75 for
1 hour session. Sign up in the Camp Office after dinner
on Friday night or throughout the weekend.
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Pet Photography:
Want to capture those special moments at camp? Have
a private photo session with our camp photographer
either with a studio-like back-drop or with the beautiful
landscape as your back-drop. Sign up in the Camp
Office for your private session. $25 sitting fee,
which includes 1 4x6 portrait. Additional photos
are $5 each. You can also have your pictures put
onto t-shirts, calendars, coffee mugs, etc. See the
sample sheet in the Camp Office.
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T-Touch
Private Sessions (Available with Claudeen McAuliffe):
Are you interested in registering for a private session
with our T-Touch instructor, Claudeen McAuliffe (www.kindnessk9.com)?
T-Touch, or touching with a purpose, can do wonders
for your canine companion. You can sign up for a specific
time after dinner on Friday in the Camp Office. Cost
$25/15 minutes.
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