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Mayflower PWD Club Regional Specialty
          at Ladies Dog Club, Inc. Dog Show

             May 31 & June 1, 2025
             

Location:  Cracker Barrel Fairgrounds, Wrentham, MA 

Judges - Regular Classes:  
                Saturday:  Terry Breen         Sunday:  Jon Cole 

Judges - Sweepstakes:  
                Saturday:  Lisa Harper          Sunday: Alassandra Folz


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 prizes. 

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Come join us under the club's tent on Saturday, May 31st after Best of Breed class.  Choose from a variety of sandwich and salad options prepared for us by Anne's Market of Norfolk, MA.   Orders accepted through Friday, May 23 using the link below.  

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Click here to order lunches.  



Selections include:
  • Sandwiches made with Boar's Head Deli Items:    Roast Beef, Ham & Cheese, Italian, Turkey Breast, and Veggie & Cheese
  • Salads:  Garden Salad with Chicken, Chef Salad, Caesar Salad with Chicken, and Spinach Salad with cranberries, goat cheese and walnuts.

Lunches include chips, fruit and a dessert.  A variety of beverages will be offered.  

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Basket Raffle Donations - Mayflower PWD Specialty

If you are unable to make it to our show or are "all thumbs" when creating a gift basket, then you can opt to donate to the cash fund.   Our expert shoppers will purchase an item in your name and display it at the raffle on Saturday, June 1st.   This is the club's largest fundraiser and proceeds from the raffle help provide education, training and fun events for our members.  
 
​Use this link Basket Raffle Donations to contribute via Paypal or credit card.    Thank you very much.

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AKC Rally Trial        
       
Saturday, April 26, 2025

      
Judge:
         Denise Lacroix
Location:   Tails U Win!  Manchester, CT 


Classes offered:  Novice A&B, Intermediate, Advanced A&B, Excellent A&B, Masters and Choice. 

Registration Opens February 12.  Click here for premium and entry form.


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2025 Winter Dry Dock Workshops
       
       Sat, February 15- Junior thru Working
       
Sun, February 16 - Courier & Master 
       
Instructor:
    Lorie Crouch
Location:       Exercise Finished, Chicopee, MA 


Two full days of training, each day focused on specific skill levels.  Entries limited to 14 working teams per day.

Working Spot with a dog:
         
    Club Members:  $110/day
              Non-Members:  $135/day

Audit Only Spots:  $50/day

For Registration Form and additional details, click here.

*** Notice:  Mail-in Registrations will be accepted beginning January 16 for Mayflower PWDC and Nutmeg PWDC members only.     Open registrations for non-members will start January 23, if open slots remain. 

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Mayflower PWD Club Regional Specialty
          at Ladies Dog Club, Inc. Dog Show

             May 31 & June 1, 2025
             

Location:  Cracker Barrel Fairgrounds, Wrentham, MA 

Judges - Regular Classes:  
                Terry Breen and Jon Cole

Judges - Sweepstakes:  
                ​Alexandra Lightfoot Vinopal and Judi Arsenault

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 prizes. 

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OFA CAER Eye Exams 
    
Sunday, January 12, 2025        Time 1:00 - 4:00
     MasterPeace Dog Training Center, Franklin, MA

Dr. Stephanie Pumphrey, DVM        Cost is $45/dog

Please click register to schedule your appointment.  Walk-ins will be accommodated.

Refunds provided if you are unable to keep the appointment. 
Contact Tobi-Ann Kocher for more information (t[email protected]).

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​Festivus & Annual Member Meeting           
Sunday, January 12, 2025        Time 1:00 - 4:00


Location:  MasterPeace Dog Training Center 
​                       264 Fisher Street, Franklin, MA 
                        www.masterpeacedog.com
                                  
Welcome to all members and anyone interested in learning more about Portuguese Water Dogs.
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Activities Include:
       - Demonstration - Water Training Tips & Techniques 
       - Meet and Greet PWD Owners and Breeders
       - Puppy Show & Tell - Introduce your new pup to the pack
       - Doggie Gift Swap - Bring a pup gift in a small gift bag to participate
       - Annual Member Meeting & 2025 event planning
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AKC Fetch Trial - Saturday, October 5, 2024       1:00 - 4:00
182 Charlton Rd, Spencer, MA         ​

Judge:  Denise Lacroix


Mayflower PWD Club is hosting our first AKC Fetch Trial.  Dogs love to fetch and retrieve, especially our PWDs.    This trial is open to all breeds but club members will get advanced notices and announcements on Fetch workshops.

Check out the AKC Fetch Website (
https://www.akc.org/fetch​) to learn more. 

For more information, email us at [email protected].

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Mayflower PWD Water Trial - August 17 & 18, 2024
​YMCA Camp Lyndon, Sandwich, MA                 ​Judge:  Suzanne Malick


We are very excited to announce our first Water Trial this summer.  Please come to celebrate the talents of this extraordinary breed.    

Premium and Entry Form Now Available.  Entries Open - June 5, 2024

 Use Links below to access forms :
  • ​Water Trial Premium
  • ​Entry Form

For more information, email us at [email protected].


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​Junior/Apprentice Water Camp - Intro to PWD Water Trials 
             Saturday, July 6, 2024   - 9:00 - 4:00       

Instructor:  Patrice Lattrell
Location:    YMCA Camp Lyndon, 117 Stowe Road, Sandwich, MA

If your pup loves the water and you are interested learning about PWDCA Water Trials, then this is the event for you.    Topics to be covered:
  • How to safety introduce your dog to the water
  • Equipment needs for training and trials
  • Exercises for Junior Water Dog (JWD) certificate and Apprentice Water Dog (AWD) titles
  • Land and water skills to successfully train those exercises
  • And most important - how to have fun and work as a team in the water!

Member's Fee:  $125                       Non-Member's Fee: $150

Click Here to complete registration.

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Two-Day Mayflower PWD Water Camp 
             June 22-23, 2024
             Saturday 9:00 - 4:00       Sunday 8:30 - 3:00


Instructor:  Diana Schaub
Location:    YMCA Camp Lyndon, 117 Stowe Road, Sandwich, MA

Cost: 
             Working Teams:
                      Members:  $250           Non-Members: $275
             Auditors:   $80/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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Sorry but this Camp is now full!

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Mayflower PWDs Specialty Show - June 1 & 2, 2024
Crackerbarrel Fairgrounds, Wrentham, MA
                      
Only by the support and donations of members and friends of the
Mayflower PWD Club can we make this event a truly special one.

Please consider making a pledge to the Trophy and Rosette fund using the
following link:        Mayflower 2024 Specialty Trophy Donations

Current List of 2024 Donors 
  • Cathy Abbruzzese, Harborlights PWDs
  • Karen Ash, Saltydawg PWDs
  • Kim and Breezy Barrows
  • Pat and Marc Berger
  • Karen and John Brogan
  • Sue and Frank Coyne
  • ​Ginny Cuneo - Penny Lane PWDs
  • Janice Forgays and Bill Rockford
  • Dr. Christine Framson, LunaSea Portuguese Water Dogs
  • Jane Freeman, Freestyle Portuguese Water Dogs
  • Jane Harding, Cutwater Portuguese Water Dogs
  • Lynn and Joe Green, Salt Heir PWDs
  • Kim and Hartley Holden
  • Tobi Ann and Olivier Kocher
  • Kari Lavalli, Topsail PWDs
  • Sue Lefebvre, Sharp’N Works, LLC
  • Gail and Sean Maguire, Lakeshore PWDs
  • Mayflower Portuguese Water Dog Club
  • Lorraine and Bob Mazzarella
  • Lisa Medeiros - Boatswain's Mate PWDs
  • Don and Sue Myrick, Pickwick PWDs
  • Susan & Steve Rosenstein, Nor'east PWDs
  • ​Jean Strella
  • Laura Taft, Far Away Portuguese Water Dogs
  • Ann Wagner,  Ardanwood 

New this year - Informal water work sessions to either practice water training skills or to introduce your dog to water.  

Lisa Medeiros and friends have reserved waterfront time at YMCA Camp Lyndon in Sandwich for several weekday evenings this summer from 5:00 to 7:00 pm (or later).   There are limited spots available as shown below and she wanted to offer them to Mayflower PWD Club members.   If this program appeals to members, we will look into expanding it next year.

What:  Though there is no formal training at these sessions, there will always be someone with PWD water experience to assist.   Sessions are limited to 4 participants allowing at least 30 minutes total in the water.  Participants are encouraged to help others during the training sessions.  The beach area is small but private.  There will be a rowboat and platforms available.  

Cost:  $30/session.   Rain or shine unless conditions are unsafe (thunder/lightning) where a make-up date will then be scheduled.

When:  See dates below.  Those sessions with 4 names indicate that it is full.  If you are still interested in that day, get on the wait list as people may need to cancel.   Availability listed is subject to change but we will do our best to keep it accurate. 

How:   Email Lisa Medeiros - [email protected] to reserve a spot.  Mayflower PWD will connect with you for prepayment. 
Order Form - Specialty Lunch Purchases @ $15/boxed lunch

Come join us under the club's tent on Saturday, June 3th after Best of Breed class.  Boxed lunches prepared by Roche Bros.
​of Millis
 can be purchased in advance through May 21st. 

Selections include:
  • Asian Chicken Wrap with an apple, chips and cookies
  • Roast Beef on a fresh Bulky Roll with an apple, chips and cookies
  • Veggie Wrap with an apple, chips and cookies
  • Hummus and Chickpea Falafel with Black & Fava Bean Salad, pita bread, apple and banana
  • Caesar Salad w/Chicken with a Ciabatta roll, apple and cookies

A variety of beverages will be offered.  Click here to order lunches.  Thank you.
 Unique Boutiques & Fall Get-Together

​Join us and browse crafts by local artisans while enjoying apple cider, pies, donuts and other fall favorites. 

Where:  Home Plate Farm, 558 Dutton Road, Sudbury, MA
When:   Sunday, November 6, 2022         12:00 - 5:00
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Mayflower PWD Club Regional Specialty
          at Ladies Dog Club, Inc. Dog Show

             June 4 & 5, 2022
             

Location:  Cracker Barrel Fairgrounds, Wrentham, MA 
Saturday Judges:  
                     Regular Classes - Rita Biddle
                     Sweepstakes -       JoAnn Charnik

Sunday Judges:
                     Regular Classes - Dale A Meyer
                     Sweepstakes -       Pam Bober

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 prizes. 
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Lunch Purchases @ $15/boxed lunch

Come join us under the club's tent on Saturday, June 4th after Best of Breed class.  Boxed lunches prepared by Roche Bros.
​of Millis
can be purchased in advance through May 27th. 

Selections include:
  • Asian Chicken Wrap with an apple, chips and cookies
  • Veggie Wrap with an apple, chips and cookies
  • Roast Beef on a fresh Bulky Roll with an apple, chips and cookies
  • Greek Salad with a Ciabatta roll, apple and cookies
  • Caesar Salad w/Chicken with a Ciabatta roll, apple and cookies

A variety of beverages will be offered.  Click here to order lunches.  Thank you.

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​Festivus - Member Mix and Mingle plus Open House

            Sunday, March 27, 2022          Time 1:00 - 4:00

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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AKC Trick & CGC/CGCA Testing – Sue Lefebvre, Evaluator

             
Sue first will show us how to get started with tricks and how to add new ones to your repertoire.  Bring treats so you                 can begin practicing right away.   For those who are ready AKC testing will be offered for free but please register so                   we can allot enough time for all.  Email [email protected] for test registration.

              Check these AKC links for more information.     
                                   
Canine Good Citizen (CGC) – American Kennel Club (akc.org)
                                   AKC Trick Dog – American Kennel Club

Other Activities:  
       - Meet and Greet PWD Owners and Breeders
       - Puppy Show & Tell - introduce your new pup to the pack
       - Annual Member Meeting  & 2022 event planning
​       - Sniff and Grab Dog Gift Swap - every dog goes home happy

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Mayflower PWD Specialty at Ladies Dog Club Inc Dog Show
             June 5 & 6  -  ​
Crackerbarrel Fairgrounds, Wrentham, MA

There are so many ways that you can be a part of this special event.  To start, please consider a donation to our General Trophy fund. 
All donations will be recognized in the show catalog and at our tent.   
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​General Trophy Fund Donations. ​

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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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 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 [email protected]. 

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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.
                        (
https://www.protrainings.com/classrooms/103142/signup)

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


​Not a member?  Email Sue Rosenstein ([email protected]) to find out more.

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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.                                            ([email protected]) 

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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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.
​[email protected]


​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 [email protected].


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