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Canine Fitness Workshop with Karen Kay
     Sunday, March 7,  2021  - 1-4
     Waggin' Tails Dog Training Center, Westford, MA
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Whether you are thinking about getting back into canine sports this year or simply interested in overall fitness for your pet, this is a great seminar to get you started. 

Karen Kay is the owner and operator of Kay9 Fitness in Deerfield, NH.  As her biography states "Canine Fitness is for life and an amazingly fun way to build your relationship with your dog!".   
Come join us.

Click here for complete Karen Kay bio.
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Working Teams:    $85/member     $110/non-member
Audit Only:               $50/member     $70/non-member

Registration is now open.  Click here to open form.

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 Mayflower PWD Water Camp 2021  
             Tentative - June 19 & 20, 2020
             Saturday 9:00 - 4:00       Sunday 8:30 - 3:00


Instructors:  TBD
Location:    YMCA Camp Lyndon, 117 Stowe Road, Sandwich, MA

            Working teams :  Both days -  $180         Saturday only -  $100 
​                          Auditors :    $45/day

On-site cabins accommodating up to 4 people are available for rent.  Shared toilet and hot shower facilities are provided by the camp. Several dog-friendly hotels are located nearby.
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Registration opening soon.   

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Dry Dock - Conditioning for Water Work
     Sunday,  March 22, 2020     9:00 - 3:00
     Waggin Tails Dog Training Center,  Westford, MA

Instructor:
  Susan Lefebvre

A full day of instruction on skills and exercises to prepare you and your dog for the water.  This is a great opportunity to learn about PWD water trials as well as team building with your dog.

Cost:    $75 (member) / $85 (non-member)  
Workshop is full.  Click here to be included on waitlist.          

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OFA Eye Exams 
    
Sunday, January 5, 2020          Time 12:00 - 3:30
     Master Peace Dog Training Center,  Franklin, MA

Dr. Stephanie Pumphrey,  DVM, DACV           Cost is $40/dog

Please click register to schedule your appointment.  

Refunds provided if you are unable to keep the appointment.  Contact Tobi-Ann Kocher for more information (tobiannko@gmail.com).

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 Come one, Come All to Festivus!
            Sunday, January 5, 2020          Time 12:00 - 3:30

Location:  MasterPeace Dog Training Center 
​                       264 Fisher Street,  Franklin, MA 
                        www.masterpeacedog.com
                                  
Open House - free and no registration required.   This event is for current members and anyone interested in learning more about Portuguese Water Dogs.
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       - Meet and Greet PWD Owners and Breeders
       - Potluck Luncheon - Sample members' favorite dishes
​       - Puppy Parade - introduce your new pup to the pack
       - Annual Member Meeting  & 2020 event planning
​       - Dog Gift Swap - every dog goes home happy
  
!!  Fun Stations - Nosework & Agility !! 

​Ever wonder how to keep your dog entertained during the cold winter months?  PWDs love to play "find it".  Nosework exercises are a great way to sharpen these skills all while playing indoors.  For the more active pups, agility training offers both dogs and their owners a chance to run, brave new obstacles, and have fun as a team.    Take the opportunity to  watch, learn and try each of these sports.

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 Fall Harvest Luncheon - Colonel Blackinton Inn, Attleboro, MA
      Sunday, September 29th at 12:30 pm 

Come celebrate Mayflower's 10th anniversary with us at this beautiful historic inn.  Buffet menu includes salads, hot entries, rolls and dessert.  A cash bar will be available.   

We are pleased to announce this year's speaker,  Ann Camp, PhD, Senior Lecturer and Research Scientist (retired) at Yale School of Forestry and Environmental Studies.  Ann's topic will be on ticks and tickborne diseases.


Cost is $35/person.     Attendance is limited to 45 people.
Reservations and ticket purchases may be made on-line by using this link through September 24th. 

For more information, email mayflowerpwd@gmail.com. 

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Summertime BBQ Splash Party & Member Meeting
             Saturday, July 27, 2019  (Rain date on Sunday)
             Noon


Hosted by:    Lynn & Joe Green
Location:       Home Plate Farm, 
                             558 Dutton Road, Sudbury, MA


All are welcome to come, relax and meet other club members and of course, share those wild and crazy PWD stories!   

Photographer Paige Gilbert will be available for candid and posed shots of you and your dog. 

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Pro Pet Hero with Jenni Coes
     Sunday, April 7,  2019  - 1-4
     Home Plate Farm,  Sudbury, MA
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This 3-hour comprehensive pet first aid and certification class will provide you with the skills to care for your pet in an emergency. During the class you will be tested on your knowledge to earn CPR Certification.  If you pass, you will receive a certificate verifying your completion of the course and the topics you have learned.

Topics covered include 
  • Injuries
  • Illness
  • Cardiovascular Emergencies
  • Respiratory Emergencies
  • Allergic Reactions
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Click here to view complete course details. 

Cost:    $60/member     $70/non-member   -   Second person from same household - 1/2 price.

To register:
    -  First, sign in  at  ProTrainings.com.  Your class materials will be emailed to you shortly before the course begins.
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https://www.protrainings.com/classrooms/103142/signup)

    - Then click here to open register form and submit payment. 


​Not a member?  Email Sue Rosenstein (noreast@hotmail.com) to find out more.

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Mayflower PWD Annual Water Camp - All Levels
             June 15-16, 2019
             Saturday 9:00 - 4:00       Sunday 8:30 - 3:00


Instructors:  Christine Dostie & Kathan Kennedy
Location:    YMCA Camp Lyndon, 117 Stowe Road, Sandwich, MA

            Working teams :  Both days -  $180         Saturday only -  $100 
​                          Auditors :    $45/day

On-site cabins accommodating up to 4 people are available for rent.  Shared toilet and hot shower facilities are provided by the camp. Several dog-friendly hotels are located nearby.

​Registration now open!    Click here to register on-line. ​  
Email us at tobiannko@gmail.com for more information.

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Mayflower PWD Annual Water Camp - All Levels
             June 23-24, 2018
             Saturday 9:00 - 4:00       Sunday 8:30 - 3:00


Instructor:  Martha Ruskai
Location:    YMCA Camp Lyndon, 117 Stowe Road, Sandwich, MA

​Fees (member/non-member)
            Working teams - Two-days:  $160  / $180
​                                                  One-day:     $80 / $90
​                          Auditors - Two-days:   $60 / $80
​                                                  One-day:     $30 / $40


This workshop is geared for all levels with a special session for juniors.  Click for  2018 Water Camp Flyer & Registration form with details.         Contact Tobi-Ann tobiannko@gmail.com for more information.

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Mayflower PWD Club Supported Entry 
          Ladies Dog Club, Inc. Dog Show

             June 2 & 3, 2018
             

Location:  Cracker Barrel Fairgrounds, Wrentham, MA 
Saturday Judges:  
                     Regular Classes - David Haddock  
                     Sweepstakes - Rebecca Carner

Sunday Judge:
                     Regular Classes - Jay Richardson

This is a great outdoor show with the opportunity to see and meet breeders, handlers and of course, beautiful Portuguese Water Dogs.

Stop by our tent starting at 8:00 am for coffee and pastries.  We will be happy to help you learn more about the breed, our club and offer you a chance to win lovely raffle prices. 


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Spring Romp @ Ruffin' Wranglers, Rehoboth MA
             Sunday, April 29th from 12:00 to 3:00
             

Location:  Ruffin' Wranglers Ranch, 116 Plain St, Rehoboth, MA

Restrictions:  Attendance limited to dogs with proof of Bordetella vaccine as well as no females in-season.

Registration:  FREE for Mayflower PWD Club members! 
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Please email Chris Framson so we know you will be coming.                                            (chardy89@comcast.net) 

We've waiting long enough for Spring.  Enjoy a walk with friends and a romp with the dogs at Ruffing Wranglers Dog Ranch   www.ruffinwranglers.com.   Light refreshments will be available.

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 Come one... Come All to Festivus!
            Sunday, January 7, 2018          11:00 - 2:00

Location:  Waggin' Tail Dog Training Center 
​                       67 Broadway St., Westford, MA 
                        www.waggintaildogtraining.com
                                         
Open House - for current members and all interested PWD friends.
       - Meet and Greet PWD Owners and Breeders
​       - Puppy Parade - introduce your new pup to the pack
       - Annual Board Meeting and Elections
​       - Dog Gift Swap - every dog goes home happy   

AKC Trick Dog Title
​Come learn more about this fun AKC title designed to help dog owners of all levels feel comfortable with training their pets.  Dalana Huss will perform a demonstration and later test any parent-pup team that would like to try.
   
​Learn More...
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Other Fun Events Coming Soon 
    
AKC Registered Handlers Program - Junior Clinic
    Saturday, November 25
​    Eastern States Exposition Grounds, Springfield, MA


​​Held in conjunction with the West Springfield, MA shows, this FREE hands-on clinic is open to kids 18 & under who want to learn more about dog handling.  Bring a dog on lead and stop by the Superintendent's Desk in the a.m.  Mixed breed dogs are welcomed.

​Contact Susan Judge - smj@akc.org  or call (919) 816-3590.

AKC Sanctioned "A" Match 
       Sunday, October 29  at  3:30 pm

Location: 
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MasterPeace Dog Training
      264 Fisher St., Franklin, MA.  02038

    Judge:         Liz Volz
    Steward:    Vicki Morro

Interested in learning more about the sport of Conformation and Dog Shows?  Enter your dog in our AKC A Specialty Match.   Email Vicki who would be happy to answer your questions.
​vamorro@gmail.com


​Mail-in Registrations are now being accepted.  Please view Premium List for more information. 

On-site registration starts at 2:30.
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​Grooming Seminar with Liz Volz
            October 28 & 29          9:00 to 3:00
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Location: 
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MasterPeace Dog Training
      264 Fisher St., Franklin, MA.  02038

Bring your dog!  This is a two-day hands on seminar where you will learn and practice grooming skills of the professionals.  Perfect for both pet and show dogs and their owners.

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Working slot:   $175/2-day or $100/1-day
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Audit slot:          $100/2-day or $60/1-day       

​Click here for details including Registration or contact Karen Ash at saltydawgpwds@gmail.com.

Dry Dock Workshop II
            Sunday, April 30, 2017     10:00 - 3:00

Instructors:  Deborah Lee Riley
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Location: 
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Performance Plus K9 Activity Center
      57 Commercial St., Raynham, MA.

Topic:  Foundations for Travel & Directional Skills
​                   Beginner and Intermediate Levels

Come join the fun and learn from a wonderfully positive supportive trainer!

Click here for Registration Form and more information.

Courier in the Kitchen
            Sunday, March 26, 2017     9:00 - 4:00

Instructors:  Kathan Kennedy & Chris Dostie

Location: 
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It's A Dog's World, York, ME
     
Hosted by the PWDsNE Club.
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A jumpstart indoor workshop to get teams ready for the water work season.  Focus will be on behaviors and skill sets so teams of all levels will benefit.  Learn games to build drive and confidence!

​Email Chris Dostie at DownEastPWDs@gmail.com for more information.
Beginner's Dry Dock Workshop
            Sunday, February  19, 2017     10:30 - 4:00

Instructors:  Karen Ash & Kari Lavalli

Location: 
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Waggin' Tail Dog Training Center
      76 Broadway Street, Westford, MA.

Kari & Karen are excited to show you how to build a team relationship with your dog.  You will gain an understanding of the introductory exercises by breaking them down into progressive, easy-to-learn steps, most that can be done without water… even in your living room.  You and your dog will build confidence together by the successes you achieve in this step-by-step approach.  And since retrieving is a big part of beginner water work, we will show you how to make your recalls and stays more reliable and FUN!


Click here for Registration Form and more details 
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Water Camp - Beginner PWDs
            Sunday, June 19, 2016      9:00 - 2:00
          

This camp is an introduction to beginner skills required for competing at Junior and Apprentice levels of PWD water trials... or just for fun!

Instructor:  Karen Ash

Location:  Camp Lyndon 
117 Stowe Road, Sandwich, MA

Click here for beginner flyer with complete camp details.
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Water Camp - Advanced PWDs
             June 18-19, 2016    
             Saturday 9:00 - 4:00       Sunday 9:00 - 2:00


Instructor:  Catherine Gadd

Location:  Camp Lyndon 
117 Stowe Road, Sandwich, MA

Click here for advanced flyer with complete details including housing.

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Sunday, January 31, 2016

Festivus Potluck and Annual Meeting - Noon to 4 pm
OFA Eye Exams - Noon to 4 pm

Performance Plus K9 Activity Center
57 Commercial St, Raynham, MA.

Open House - to members and all interested PWD friends.
 
- Meet and Greet PWD Owners and Breeders
- Grooming Questions and Answers
- Introduction to Rally Competition Demonstration
- Annual Board Meeting and Elections

Eye exams performed by Dr. Stephanie Pumphrey, DVM
Cost: $40 per dog.



Sunday, April 17, 2016      8:30 to 12:30

Dry Dock Workshop - Are You Itching for Spring?


Instructors:
  Kathan Kennedy & Sue Lefebvre

Location:  Waggin' Tail Dog Training Center
76 Broadway Street, Westford, MA.

Cost:    $60 per working dog/owner 
               $30 for auditors only
          (Mayflower PWD members  offered $5 discount)

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