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American Kennel Club (AKC) - This is the largest dog registry and the primary registry for purebred dogs in the USA. This registry is very popular and offers all sorts of dog activities from conformation, obedience, and agility to herding, lure coursing, and the new rally obedience...and this club is still growing. Check them out to see if there are any shows in your area. |
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Australian Shepherd Club of America (ASCA) - This is the parent club of the Australian Shepherd and the largest single breed registry in the USA. They have a well kept stud book and registry program. ASCA provides opportunities for competition in a variety of events. Also, ASCA does allow all-breed and mixed breed participation in non-conformation events. All dogs must be registered with a registry such as UKC, AKC, AMBOR, etc. ASCA still functions independently and, though they work with other registries, are not affiliated with any all-breed registry. The AKC affiliate for the Aussie is the United States Australian Shepherd Association (USASA). The ASCA site offers large base of information on the Aussie such as history, breeding ethics, training, etc. |
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Breakaway Action Dogs (BAD) - |
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Dog Sense Unlimited - This is an obedience training school for dogs...but unlike many other dog training facilities, this one places an emphasis on your dog being an IMMACULATE member of society. Though not competition-driven in their training philosophy, DSU has put many household pets out into the world that have gone on to compete because of what they've learned here. Our dog Apollo was the first of our dogs to train here and he was changed from a timid, fearful dog to a very well mannered obedience competitor. We MOST DEFINITELY recommend this school for your dog. If you do what they say, your dog will be trained. |
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Flash Point Flyball Team - Aaahhh, flyball...the fast-growing, fast-going, high intensity sport in which two four-dog teams race in relay fashion to fetch a ball and return it to their handler. All of our dogs are in flyball racing. Currently, we race with Flash Point in Frederick, MD. If you are looking for a fun sport for your dog(s), looking for a group of dog people that are fun to travel with, and/or you are in need of a new flyball home; check out the Flyball Homepage and look for a team in your area. |
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Geese Police of VA/MD - This is a waterfowl (goose) control company that uses border collies to humanely move geese off of corporate properties, golf courses, etc. Check 'em out! |
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Maple Springs Veterinary Hospital - This is the family veterinarian. The hospital is owned and operated by Janice King, a veterinary technician. They bring new ideas and a fresh perspective to veterinary medicine. If you are in the Gaithersburg, Clarksburg, or Germantown, Rockville, or Olney areas, this is a nice practice to use. |
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Maryland 4-H Youth Development - |
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Mid-Atlantic Australian Shepherd Club (MAASC) - This is the local club for Aussie fanciers and owners in the Mid-Atlantic States (Maryland, Pennsylvania, Delaware). This club is chartered by the Australian Shepherd Club of America (ASCA) and organizes comformation shows, obedience & herding trials, and many other programs. |
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Mid-Atlantic Disc Dogs (MAD Dogs) - This is the new discdog club for the MD/DC/VA area. MAD Dogs offers opportunities to compete in flying disc events throughout the year. Club titles, annual award, and individual ribbons are given. Members get the chance to meet fellow discdoggers and pet owners. |
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Mixed Breed Dog Clubs of America (MBDCA) - This organization is there for the "mutts"... those dogs that get forgotten yet serve us so faithfully. MBDCA is set up as a mixed breed registry that give titles in obedience, agility, and other canine sports to mixed breeds and purebreds that have been denied an AKC-ILP registration. Some purebred registries, such as UKC and ASCA, also allow mixed breeds to show in non-conformation events. |
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North American Flyball Association (NAFA) - This is the governing body for flyball in the US, Canada, and Mexico. NAFA regulates rules for flyball as well as provides judges and titles for competitions. This site is a great place to start if you want to learn more about flyball. |
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Pawvillage.com - This site is an online pedigree database. Orginally made for Australian Shepherds only, this database is now logging pedigrees for more than 40 dog breeds. This is a good place to assist you with line research when picking a purebred dog. |
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Purina Incredible Dog Challenge - |
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Skyhoundz - This is the national organization that organizes local, regional, and national discdog competitions across the country. Just recently, Skyhoundz has started a discdog program in Japan. Check this site for local or regional competitions in your area. All local competitions are free of charge to enter. Regionals and the World Finals do have an entry fee. |
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United Kennel Club (UKC) - This is an international registry and functions much like the AKC. Though shows are few and fare between in some areas, there is a large following and membership base. Many dogs have dual registration with the AKC and UKC. The UKC also has an Limited Privilege Program that allows mix breed and unregisterable purebreds to show in non-conformation events such as obedience and agility. |
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Veterinary Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Group. (VOSM) - This is a surgical and rehabilitation service that is committed to providing the highest quality veterinary orthopedic care to canine athletes and small animals in general. VOSM works with the patient, owner, and referring veterinarian to develop an individualized treatment plan to better reach goals for recovery. This center is owned and operated by Dr. Chris Zink and Dr. Sherman Canapp. |
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Veterinary Pet Insurance, Inc. (VPI) - This company provides health insurance for dogs and cats. Premiums are on an annual or monthly schedule and they offer two primary plans. Claims are handled on a reimbursement basis and premiums are set according to the animal's age. |
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Wags for Hope (Charlie's Dream, Inc.) - This MD-based, non-profit organization was created to give good dogs a job and to help the lonely and sick all at the same time. Wags for Hope does animal-assisted activities at nursing homes, childrens centers, hospitals, and mental institutions. |
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World Canine Freestyle Organization (WCFO) - |
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Yankee Flyers Dog & Disc Club (YFDDC) - |
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