About the Schnauzer Walk
Clackamette Park in Oregon City, OR
The Schnauzer Walk is held the first Saturday in August 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.
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. |
| Rally Demonstration | Watch a well-trained Rally dog perform in the 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. |
| Grooming Demonstration | 10:30-11:30. Grooming demonstration. This is very popular. 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. |
| 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! There will also be a silent auction. |
| FastCAT | Try having your Schnauzer do the 100-yard dash. It’s a blast! |
| Trick Dog | Learn about AKC Trick Dog and watch a certified Trick Dog perform. Share your best tricks with the group and learn new ones. |
| 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. **