Get ready for a weekend dedicated to celebrating Hovawarts at the American Hovawart Club's 21st Annual Event! Join us as Hovawart enthusiasts from across the country gather to enjoy a range of activities designed for both dogs and their owners. From the conformation event, judged by Craig Hosie, visiting us from Scotland, to engaging training sessions like agility fun runs, flyball, and obedience—there's something for everyone.

 

Whether you're a longtime Hovawart owner or new to the breed, this event provides the perfect opportunity to connect with fellow enthusiasts, participate in exciting activities, and create lasting memories with your Hovawart. Register today for the AHC's 21st Annual Event. See you there!

 

Event Details

Date: October 4th to 6th, 2024

Judge: Mr. Craig Hosie (Scotland) 

Location: Star Canine Community Training Center 6 Adler Drive East Syracuse, NY 13057

Questions? Reach out to AHC.CoSec@gmail.com

 

 

AHC Event Schedule

 

Below is a the current schedule for the the AHC Event. Please note the times provided below may shift as details for the event are finalized.

 

Friday, October 6th

• 5:30 - 7 pm - Hovi games and social

• 7:00 pm - Dinner

 

Saturday, October 4tth

• 9 - 9:30 am - Check in for Event

• 9:30 am - Conformation event begins

• 12 - 1 pm (approximate) - Lunch

• 1 pm - Continue with Conformation until completed & awards ceremony

• 2:30 pm (Approximate) - Introduction to Rally Obedience

• 4 pm - Agility Demo & Lessons with agility expert Joy Moll

• 6pm - Dinner

 

Sunday, October 8th

• 9:30 am - 11 am Flyball Introduction with Jessica Burgess

• 11 - 12 - Core Conditioning for Your Hovi with Jessica Burgess

• 1 pm - Lunch

• 1 - 2 pm - Hovawart Talk with Judge Craig Hosie

• Other activities

  • Treasure Hunt with your Hovi

  • Doggie Dash Obstacle Course

  • Musical Hoops

  • Trick training

  • Hovi knowledge sharing

  • Conformation Handling tips

  • Obedience activities