Calendar of Events

Purple Martin Lake

Distance: 1.5-3 miles

Locations details: Mix of grass and dirt trails

This event is subject to change or cancellation depending on the weather. Please look for updates in community as we get closer to the event. 

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Loose leash walking is one of the most common training goals and one of the most frustrating to teach. Success isn't just about practicing an exercise. It's about consistency, clear communication, and knowing how to progress your training. 

Join us as we discuss why loose leash walking often breaks down, how to make expectations black and white for your dog, when to use different training tools and management strategies, and how to build skills that transfer from your driveway to busy public spaces.

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Your dog may know a skill at home, but can they do it somewhere new? Generalization is an important part of helping dogs understand that their skills apply across different environments, distractions, and situations.

Join Renee for a hands-on Generalization Bootcamp where we’ll talk about why generalization matters and how to help your dog take the skills they already know and apply them in new places. With the recent construction and changes around the Canine Craze and Puppy Jake facility, we have plenty of new spaces and environments to use as training opportunities!

There are both working and auditing spots available and both are free for Craze Trained Club members. 

Join us for a Community Town Hall. During this time, we'll share exciting announcements, giveaways, upcoming events, get feedback for future planning, and have a social activity.  

September's Activity: Family Feud!

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Easter Lake

Distance: 2-3 miles out and back

Locations details: Fully Paved Trail. Meet in the parking lot by the COVERED Bridge. Take a right at the fork after entering the park.

This event is subject to change or cancellation depending on the weather. Please look for updates in community as we get closer to the event. 

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Jester Park

Distance: about 2 miles depending on group preference

Locations details: Meet in Nature Center Parking Lot; Mostly dirt trails through the woods.

This event is subject to change or cancellation depending on the weather. Please look for updates in community as we get closer to the event. 

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Raccoon River Park

Distance: 5K loop for Turkey Trot

Locations details: Meet by parking lot near the dog park. This trail is paved/grave.

This event is subject to change or cancellation depending on the weather. Please look for updates in community as we get closer to the event. 

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AKC Trick Dog Challenge

Challenge opens July 6th 

Master one trick per week from the list of tricks. After completing 10 tricks, schedule a time with an AKC Evaluator from Canine Craze to earn your title!

Need help with your tricks? Sign-up for one of our drop-in trick dog classes: https://caninecraze.dogbizpro.com/public/registration/index.aspx?cat=17 

LIST OF NOVICE TRICKS: http://images.akc.org/pdf/trick_dog_novice.pdf 

LIST OF INTERMEDIATE TRICKS: http://images.akc.org/pdf/trick_dog_Intermediate.pdf 

LIST OF ADVANCED TRICKS: http://images.akc.org/pdf/trick_dog_advanced.pdf 

LIST OF PERFORMER TRICKS: http://images.akc.org/pdf/trick_dog_Performer.pdf 

LIST OF ELITE PERFORMER TRICKS: http://images.akc.org/pdf/Elite_Performer.pdf 

Generalization Challenge 

Challenges opens August 17th

Want to have more fun with your furry friend? Join our 4-week playtime challenge and discover new ways to play with your dog! We challenge you to be more intentional about how your dog likes to play and to mix it up by trying different toys, games, and activities. Shake up your routine and create some lasting memories with your furry best friend.

Different ideas include but not limited to:
Fetch
Tug
Frisbee
Tricks
Flirt Poles
Hide and Seek
Scent Games
Obstacle courses

Share your experience each week as you learn more about your pup!