oxley dog training club - news and upcoming events

O.D.T.C. held their Christmas Party at the Club Grounds on Saturday 26^th November 2011. We were lucky to have an excellent party, because of recent rainfall in Tamworth. It finally stopped about 11.00am Saturday morning! Thankfully, it was a great afternoon, and the club grounds looked fantastic, regardless of nearby flooding.

The standout participant in our Club Games was Nala, with handler Irene. Nala and Irene won the Fastest Sit, and the Fastest Drop competitions. Members will be happy to know that Irene recently celebrated her 21^st Birthday……for the thirty ninth time. We all wish her the best.

The Classic Catch was a hard fought game. Many of the dogs struggled in this event, but not from the lack of effort. Eventual winner Jazza, benefited from handler Adam’s ball throwing skills.

Despite strong opposition, Charlie the "whippet", was the winner of our Fancy Dress Competition, much to handler Judy's delight.

The Dumbbell Throwing Competition won by Brendan, only resulted after strong competition from Adam. Both competitors were in a league of their own in this game.

Our Club Person(s) of the Year was awarded to Barry Whitby and Samantha Johnson.

We also had our Annual Award Presentations for our best dogs (and handlers)

Additional Christmas Party Photos

The Tamworth Regional Council had a Microchipping Day held at O.D.T.C. Club Grounds on 16th November 2011. Many people took the opportunity to chip their dogs for free, and also enjoy a sausage sizzle. Sixty five dogs and five cats were chipped. The chipping was conducted by Student Veterinary Nurses organised by our Club Secretary. Thanks Ann!

O.D.T.C. held it's regular Club Grading on 23rd October. Patch, Oscar, Charlie and Alfie (with their respective handlers) were good enough to graduate from Class 3 to Class 4. Well Done! See photo

An Agility Trial was held at Armidale on 1st & 2nd October 2011. Several O.D.T.C. Members competed, but most were disappointed with their results. Alice and Tia (and handler Wendy) had a successful weekend. Alice got 1st place in Novice Jumping on Saturday & Sunday. Tia went well too, achieving her JD Title. Go Girls!

The Northern Region Inland Show was held at Gunnedah on 9th & 10th September 2011. O.D.T.C. dogs competing included Ash, Chelsea, Tilly, Kallie, Chubba, Sarah, Rebel, Cooper and Mozzie. See O.D.T.C. Members Results

There was an Agility Trial held at Coffs Harbour on the 17th - 18th September 2011. O.D.T.C. Dogs competing, were Chubba, Anakin & Jodi.

Anakin and handler Mark, got 1st place and a qually in Agility Dog Excellent. Jodi and handler Heather, achieved 2nd place, qually and Title in Jumping Dog Masters.

A Festival of Agility was held in Sydney on the 3rd & 4th September 2011. O.D.T.C. was represented by Anakin and Jodi (and handlers). See O.D.T.C. Members Results

The Oxley Dog Training Club held an Agility, Jump & Games Trial at our Club Grounds on 20th & 21 August 2011.

As with every trial, a lot of work is required to make it a success. Friday morning was very busy for the many helpers setting up the rings. We were even lucky enough to receive some help from some of the trialers who arrived early in the day. Conditions (like last years trial) were wet and miserable, with everyone hoping for better weather on Saturday. Then after all the hard work had been done for the day, it was time for a well deserved cuppa!

Saturday came with (mainly) blue sky and warm conditions to the enjoyment of everyone. Visitors came from far and wide, including Sprite, a papillon, who lives (with his handler Loris) in Canberra.

O.D.T.C. dogs trialing, included Jodi, *Jazza, Carly, Amber, Chubba, Blue and Anakin.

Jodi came in second place, but won her Masters Agility Title. Much to handler Heather's delight.

Jazza (and handler Adam) achieved 1st place in Gamblers (500mm Class).

Anakin (and handler Mark) also got 1st place in Gamblers (600mm Class)

Chubba (and handler Carolyn) won 1st place in Gamblers (200mm Class) and gained a Title

Amber (and handler Margaret) was going well until she needed to stop. Let's just say, Margaret then needed a plastic bag

Carly, Blue and handler Megan (from walgett) had a good weekend. Carly got two 2nds, and Blue managed a 2nd & 3 x 3rds.

Special mention to all the helpers in the Kitchen all weekend. By Sunday afternoon, spirits were still high, but endurance was getting low. Thanks for a great job.

Additional Photos from the Trial

*As two Jazzas competed, to avoid confusion, O.D.T.C.'s Jazza is Rowesdale Nallthatjaz

An Agility Trial was held by Newcastle All Breeds Dog Training Club at their Hillsborough Grounds, on 13th-14th August 2011. O.D.T.C. was represented only by Jazza. Although rain was predicted, the weather remained dry, which pleased everyone. Jazza had a shocker on Saturday, being disqualified for knocking the bar off a jump. Sunday was a different story. Jazza had a fantastic run of 19.22 seconds on a set course time of 34 seconds. This run was very pleasing for handler Adam (and for Tony T.) after such disappointment on Saturday. A funny thing happened, as everyone was packing up to go home, Claire from the Southerlands Club, had trouble packing up her self-erecting gazebo. It took 12 people to to pack the thing in it's storage bag! View photo of Jazza and Adam in action at the trial.

An Agility Trial was held at Port Macquarie in August 2011. O.D.T.C. Dogs competing included Anakin, Jazza, Chubba, Blue, Jodi and Carly. Our Club's most successful dog at this trial was Anakin, which pleased handler Mark. The trial ran smoothly except that the ladies toilets became blocked. This forced the ladies to use the mens toilets, until some lady thought she saw a green tree snake (which are harmless to humans) in a cubicle, so they refused to use the facility. On further investigation, the tree snake was found to be a large green frog! See O.D.T.C. Members Results.

Coffs Harbour Dog Training Club held an Agility Trial on 16th -17th July 2011 at Hardaker Oval at Sawtell/Toormina. O.D.T.C. was again well represented.

Saturday started by being bitterly cold and raining, however the rain did stop by about lunch time but the cold persisted until about 4.00pm.

Anakin, and handler Mark, took first blood with a win in Novice Agility, and also a win in Masters and Jumping. The prize was a dog bed that was two sizes too small for Anikin. Mark managed to trade the prize for two dog bones which got consumed before he could make it out the gate on the way home.

Chubba, and handler Carolyn, and Tamra from Coffs won Novice Strategic pairs to gain his title.

Jazza, and handler Adam, DQ’ed in pairs, because Jazz decided to do the scramble instead of a jump which ended their run. Bad luck guys!

Jodi, and handler Heather, got three quallies and a first place in Masters Strategic Pairs with a blistering run assisted by David Paul and Torri. Go Jodi!

Sunday saw the sun shining brightly and no rain during the trial.

Anakin again scored well in Open Jumping, 11th place with a Qually.

Chubba gained a first place and a qually in Novice Agility, (but he has already gained his title for that level) and also scored in Open Jumping with 21st place and a Qually.

Jazza knocked a bar in Novice Jumping that cost him a qually but he still made it onto the podium. Oh well, there's always next trial!

The trial was well organised, with really good judges.

Also, an Agility workshop was too be run on the Monday, by Ashley Roach (one of the judges), but most people had to be back at work, and could not attend.

Congradulations to C.H.D.T.C. for a good friendly trial.

The Central Coast Obedience Dog Club recently held an Agility Trial at Kincumber near Gosford.

Anakin, Jazza and respective handlers represented O.D.T.C.

The boys had a big day, by leaving at 4.00am and getting home at about 8.00pm.

Anakin, and handler Mark, won Agility Dog 1^st Place that helped make the day worthwhile.

Clarence Dog Sports Trial was held on 18th-19th June 1011. O.D.T.C. Dogs, Jodi and Chubba competed. View Results

Oxley Dog Training Club held an Obedience Trial on 11^th & 13^th June 2011.

The weather was cold and miserable (as usual) being June, but thankfully, the rain held off during the day(s).

Our four Judges were Phil (Armidale), Mary-Anne (Sydney), Clive (VIC.) and Daryl (Gosford)

Oxley Dogs competing, included Ash, Jazza, Chubba, Adonis, Chelsea, Flash, Sarah, Rommel, Cooper and Kallie, with of course, their respective handlers.

It wasn't all plain sailing, in the 2 minute sit/stay on Saturday morning. Some dogs have little patience. Still, everything worked out OK in the 2nd attempt, as the "trouble" had been removed.

In Saturday's CCD Trial, O.D.T.C. came out on top with 1st Place to Chubba and handler Carolyn, with 2nd place to Chelsea and handler Jo. Winners are grinners, with the Judge and Stewards also enjoying the moment.

Bernie and handler Bob, won the Stan Cole Shield for highest aggregate score over the three trials.

Rebel, and handler Ann, won the Cor Scholten Trophy for highest heal free score, for a club member.

Ginny, and handler Charlie, achieved a Best Recall C.C.D.

"Muttleys on Swan" worked overtime, providing tasty food, including Vanessa's excellent sausage rolls, and Anne's yummy cakes. Jerry, as usual, worked for days organising the kitchen. This weekend, he seemed to be live there! Still, thankfully he had plenty of help. Jean was one of many to assist Jerry.

View additional trial photos

Dogs NSW Northern Region (Coastal) Show/Trial was held at Coffs Harbour on 27th-29th May 2011

O.D.T.C. was represented by Chubba, Jodi, and handlers. O.D.T.C. results.

The Agility Dog Association of Australia (A.D.A.A.) held their second trial at Tamworth’s Australian Equine and Livestock Events Centre (AELEC) on 21st - 22nd May 2011.

O.D.T.C. was well represented with Chubba, Jazza, Jodi and Anakin (and handlers) competing.

Chubba (and handler Carolyn) was very successful, being named National All-round Champion in the Toy Regular Class.

Jodi (and handler Heather), claimed the National Jumping Champion Title, and runner-up in the National Snooker Championship in the Mini Regular Category.

Jazza (and handler Adam) got a non qualifying second place in Snooker

Most of the information about the A.D.D.A. Trial, courtesy of the Tamworth Times Newspaper

The Manilla District Kennel Club held a three day Championship Show on 20^th – 22^nd May 2011.

The Show was held at Gunnedah (corner View & South Sts.). It was an excellent venue. There were a huge variety of dogs, including Basset Hounds, Irish Setters, Great Danes, and Terriers of all descriptions. The weather was just perfect!

Although this was a Show, and not a Trial, O.D.T.C was still well represented. Members competing, included Bill, Jan, Charlie and Wendy.

Floyd, with handler Jan C., won "Best of Breed" and 14 points.

Tingha, with handler Jan H., won second place in the De-sexed Sweepstakes

Meg with handler Bill (far left), and Charlie with one of her dogs (2nd from right), were in a "group line-up". Final results for them, are not available at present.

An Obedience and Agility Trial was held at Armidale on 9^th-10^th April. The trial was held in perfect trialling weather, pleasant days and cool nights. O.D.T.C. Members were once again, well represented. Tia, Jodi, and Chubba (and handlers) tasted success. See O.D.T.C. Members Results

O.D.T.C. held a Mock Trial was held at the club grounds on Sunday 27th March. Over a dozen dogs were put through their paces by Judge, John. Some promise was shown by all the dogs and the experience will help greatly. The grounds look good as usual, and Jerry's sausage sizzle was greatly appreciated by all.
Anne M's sausage rolls and cakes were second to none, and they went down well. The day was free and enjoyed by all members participating. Sarah went well which made handler's, Jan & Terry very happy. Photos of the day

A Trial was held at Coff's Harbour Dog Training Club's Grounds. The trial was held on the 12th & 13th March 2011 with some Oxley Dogs competing in the event. O.D.T.C. Member Results

O.D.T.C. planned Dances With Dogs Demonstration, at the club grounds, on Sunday 17th April 2011, was sadly cancelled at the last moment. As the weather was fantastic, many dogs and handlers, enjoyed some obedience instruction.

We did have our Easter Bonnet Parade though. As the competitors lined up, about a dozen in all, it became clear that the competition was strong. Our Winner this year, was Kallie (and handler David). Second Place went to Lala (and handler Bree), with third place won by Patch (and handler Jess).

All the members enjoyed a tasty sausage sizzle, with the BBQ being manned by Jerry and Barry.

Additional photos of the day

Agility Trial - Newcastle On 5th & 6th March 2011, Newcastle All Breeds Club held an Agility Trial at Hillsborough. O.D.T.C. was well represented with Jodi, Chubba, Jazza, Anakin and Possum (with their handlers) competing. Details & Results