BREAKING!
Due to the Coronavirus pandemic, we’re sorry to say the 2020 Schnauzer Walk has been cancelled. For those who have already registered for the Walk, your fees will be returned.
We will be back in 2021 better than ever!
About the 2020 Schnauzer Walk
The Schnauzer Walk is held each year just southeast of Portland, Oregon. It’s a fun affair chock full of all things Schnauzer! Bring yourself, a lawn chair, picnic lunch and of course your Schnauzer! We welcome Schnauzers of all sizes.
More information will be posted here as it becomes available. If you have questions, contact Buzzy Alfano at MiniShnzr@aol.com.
The registration fee for the walk includes a Schnauzer Walk t-shirt and participation in all demonstrations, contests and the walk itself. Confidence course, Barn Hunt, and Raffle are an additional fee which will be posted at the Walk.
We will have a Schedule of Events – with the times for each event posted at the Walk. Registration begins at 9:00 a.m. So, come early, and have a fun day.
August 1, 2020
Clackamette Park in Oregon City, OR
SCHEDULE
| 9:00 am | Registration |
| 9:30 am to 11:00 am | Grooming Demonstration |
| 9:30 am to 12 noon | Barn Hunt |
| 9:30 am to 12 noon | Agility/Confidence Course |
| 10:00 am to 10:30 am | Leash Training |
| 10:30 am to 11:00 am | Obedience Demonstration |
| 11;00 am to 11:30 am | Teach Your Dog Tricks |
| 12 NOON | SCHNAUZER WALK |
| 12:30 pm | Rescue Parade |
| Talent contests immediately following Rescue Parade. (See categories below.) | |
| 1:15 pm | Raffle drawing |
ACTIVITIES
| Barn Hunt Demonstration | The purpose of Barn Hunt is to demonstrate a dog’s vermin hunting ability in finding and marking rats in a barn-like setting, using hay bales to introduce climbing and tunneling obstacles in the dog’s path. Rats are protected. |
| Obedience Demonstration | Watch a well-trained schnauzer perform in the obedience ring. |
| Leash Training | Don’t get pulled around! Find out from an experienced breeder/trainer how to help your dog respond to proper leash training. Tips and help for both owner and dog. |
| Rescue Parade | See dogs that have been lovingly taken into a new home when their present home was no longer available. Meet the proud owners of these precious, appreciated pets. |
| Grooming Demonstration | 10:30-NOON. Grooming demonstration scheduled throughout the morning. Last year this was a very popular event. Bring a chair and take notes. It can get hairy! |
| Schnauzer Information | There will be a display table with great information and samples available. Excellent opportunity to talk with breeders and other Schnauzer people. Check out the Rescue options. |
| Raffle | You may find just that special Schnauzer or dog item you have been searching for. Lots of baskets full of fun items. We love this event. Good Luck! |
| Confidence Course | Introduce your dog to the fun of climbing, jumping, teetering and other obstacles all, in record breaking time! Great fun for dogs, young and old, novice or experienced. This one will make you smile. |
| Contests | Showtime! Let your dog have the spot light! – Best Singer – Best Dancer – Best Trick – Best Costume – Best Beard – Traveled the farthest with Schnauzer – Oldest Schnauzer – TOP DOG AWARD |
| Top Dog Award | Earn this title by entering your dog and participating in the contests, barn hunt, confidence course, leash training, the Walk, etc. Rules will be available at the Walk. |
**Sales of puppies or private products are not permitted at the Schnauzer Walk. **