Dog Project

State & regional events

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Train the Trainer: A 4-H Dog Project Leaders Training Workshop

This is only for youth leaders of high school age and adult leaders who train in county programs - not for youth leaders/parents who want to experience more of the Minnesota 4-H Dog Project. They should consider the Dog Supersession, More info

• April 28-29, Redwood Falls
• May 5-6, Wadena

Dog Project State Fair Showcase

The state dog committee likes to highlight the Minnesota 4-H Dog project at the Minnesota State Fair during the livestock encampment weekend, and needs youth from the 4-H dog project to be involved in this showcase. This is a great opportunity to help promote the Minnesota 4-H Dog Project and we need lots of help to make this a success! More info.

• August 2012 - 4-H building, Minnesota State Fairgrounds

Supersession 2012: A 4-H Dog Project Training Workshop

4-H dog owners bring their dogs to this training and networking workshop for youth in 4th grade and older, their families, trainers, potential trainers, and youth and adult leaders. Participants can select from three areas: Agility, Obedience and Showmanship, and will learn tips and techiques for showing their dog, how to handle problems, how to groom a dog properly and much more. More info

Minnesota 4-H State Dog Show

The Minnesota 4-H State Dog Show is an annual event held in the fall after the Minnesota State Fair. The state show consists of agility, obedience, and showmanship events. To be eligible for the state show, 4-Hers must first qualify at their county level. More info

• September 2012 - Minnesota State Fairgrounds, St. Paul

4-H Regional & State Project Bowls

Project Bowls are an exciting way for youth to explore a project area. Teams compete in quiz competitions with questions about specific project areas. Project Bowls are available for Dairy, Dog, General Livestock (Beef, Sheep & Swine), Horse, Poultry, Rabbit and Wildlife projects. Winners of the Regional Bowls advance to the State Bowl. More Info

Minnesota State Fair

4-H plays a pivotal role in youth development and public education at the Minnesota State Fair. Over 7,000 4-H youth have the opportunity to interact with the public and educate fairgoers through 4-H exhibits, demonstrations, performances, and 4-H promotion. More info

 

Dog Project Resources

December 2011 Dog Project Class Revisions (59 K PDF)

Dog Project Guide for Training & Shows (103 K PDF)

Join Dog Project LISTSERV — Join in the discussions!

Project Development Committee (PDC) Information

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