Gallery
DOG AGILITY
This show originated with an agility demonstration by MADTA during the 2004 Fair. Because of the flurry of interest it generated, it was added as a show. The handlers direct their dogs over an obstacle course consisting of an A-Frame, dog walk, pipe tunnel, collapsed (cloth) tunnel, and hurdles — and that’s just for the Intermediate class. Advanced competitors also have to deal with a see-saw, weave poles, and a tire jump. Unlike many other shows, not only the dog but also the exhibitor must be in good physical condition, as both will have to run the course. Like all the other animal shows, a completed record book is required to compete.
DOG RALLY
Rally is a dog sport based on obedience. Unlike regular obedience, instead of waiting for the judge’s orders, the competitors proceed around a course of designated stations with the dog in heel position. The course consists of 10 to 20 signs that instruct the team what to do. Unlike traditional obedience, handlers are allowed to verbally encourage their dogs during the course.
DOG OBEDIENCE
Young people and their dogs have been going to school for weeks. They have been learning dog behavior and the benefits of proper training, identifying a dog’s body language, learning to care for a dog’s eyes,ears, teeth, and nails, proper grooming, and training the dog to respond to seven basic commands.Dog obedience teaches discipline, sportsmanship, responsibility, and record keeping. As with all the animal projects in the SEYF, a completed record book must be turned in for the exhibitor to compete with his or her animal.
Is my child eligible? Any student older than 8 years of age and up and pays entry fee may enter this contest. Exhibitors must be a member of a 4H club or FFA chapter and either live in or go to school in Marion County.
How much does it cost? $5 entry fee for each animal and each contest (rally, obedience, and agility).
2024 Winners
HIGH POINT
Eden Hughes & Silas – Majestic Oaks 4H
RECORD BOOKS
- Junior – Brooks Young – Lucky Learners 4H
- Intermediate – Jordan Drillick – Dunnellon Middle FFA
- Senior – Brooke Sakuta – Caprine 4H
SKILL-A-THON
- Junior – Kalynn Tylson – Town & Country 4H
- Intermediate –Sadie Alvarez – Belleview Middle FFA
- Senior – Eden Hughes – Majestic Oaks 4H
OBEDIENCE
Basic JR – Rory Amos & Copper, Dunnellon 4H
Basic INT – Sadie Alvarez & Olive, Belleview Middle FFA
Basic SR – Aleigh Jo Hicks & Rory, Caprine 4H
Sub Novice JR – Kaylynn Tyson & Lola, Town & Country 4H
Sub Novice INT – Olivia Marks & Lacy, Colt Country 4H
Sub Novice SR – America Jones & Miley, Southern Roots 4H
NOVICE – Kamdyn Howard & Panda – Town & Country 4H
ADVANCED – Kylie Johansen & Brizzy – Belleview High FFA
DOG AGILITY
Basic JR – Rory Amos & Copper, Dunnellon 4H
Basic INT – Cari Williams & Tink, Ocklawaha Lil Bits 4H
Basic SR – Junior Clark & Lily, Belleview Bald Eagles 4H
Sub Novice INT – Kamdyn Howard & Atlas, Town & Country 4H
Sub Novice SR – Brayden Pruitt & Dapper, Belleview High FFA
NOVICE – America Jones & Fender – Southern Roots 4H
ADVANCED – Kylie Johansen & Brizzy – Belleview High FFA
DOG RALLY
Basic JR – Charlotte Vinyard & Trixie – Ocklawaha Lil Bits 4H
Basic SR – Junior Clark & Lily – Belleview Bald Eagles 4H
Sub Novice INT – Emma Blackburn & Leia, Wild N Country 4H
Sub Novice SR – America Jones & Miley – Southern Roots 4H
NOVICE –
America Jones & Fender – Southern Roots 4H
ADVANCED –
Amelia Tucker & Symba – Caprine 4H
Resources
Rules
Show Coordinators:
Felicia Sakuta
Tiffany Howard
Committee Members: Trisha Swinehart, Jason Swinehart, Shelley Sharp
Thank You Dog
Show Sponsors
Bob & Lee Saputo
Ashtyn Perryman
Belleview Veterinary Hospital
Branded Design & Printing
Coon Hollow Farm
The Crafty Heifer
Central Florida Pet Cemeteries & Crematory
The Event Warehouse
Forest Veterinary Clinic
Florida Girl Freshies
Furry Friends Treat
Kelly Cox DVM LLC
Live Oak Animal Hospital
Marion Alachua Dog Training Association
Marion County 4-H
Ocala Scottish Rite
Red Fern Pet Lodge
Shady Road Veterinary Clinic
The Swineharts