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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
Brayden Pruitt & Dapper – Belleview Bald Eagles 4H
RECORD BOOKS
- Junior – Addalyn Upton – Majestic Oaks 4H
- Intermediate – Abbiegail Schultz – Dunnellon 4H
- Senior – Cate Viverito – Caprine 4H
SKILL-A-THON
- Junior – Lily Fugate – Happy Trails 4H
- Intermediate –Brayden Pruitt – Belleview Bald Eagles 4H
- Senior – Cora Taylor – Town & Country 4H
DOG OBEDIENCE
Basic JR – Callie Rae Cassidy & Tipper, Majestic Oaks 4H
Basic INT – Brayden Pruitt & Dapper, Belleview Bald Eagles 4H
Basic SR – Annabella Maffei & Ruger, North Marion High FFA
Sub Novice JR – Capewell Jones & Tori, Southern Roots 4H
Sub Novice INT – Christopher Tucker & Koda, Caprine 4H
Sub Novice SR – Eden Hughes & Silas, Majestic Oaks 4H
NOVICE – Kylie Johansen & Brizzy – Belleview High FFA
ADVANCED – Frank Sakuta & Kevin – Caprine 4H
DOG AGILITY
Basic JR – Callie Rae Cassidy & Tipper, Majestic Oaks 4H
Basic INT – Emma Blackburn & Levi, Wild N Country 4H
Basic SR – Abigail Colon & Mae, West Port High FFA
Sub Novice JR – Capewell Jones & Tori, Southern Roots 4H
Sub Novice INT – Paisley Jones & Sidney, Southern Roots 4H
Sub Novice SR – Eden Hughes & Silas, Majestic Oaks 4H
NOVICE – Kylie Johansen & Brizzy – Belleview High FFA
ADVANCED – Frank Sakuta & Kevin – Caprine 4H
DOG RALLY
Basic JR – Madison Amole & Thor – Sparr Stallions 4H
Basic INT – Aubrey Welch & Bo – Happy Trails 4H
Basic SR – Noah Fackler & Maggie – West Port High FFA
Sub Novice JR – Addalynn Upton & Maggie – Majestic Oaks 4H
Sub Novice INT – Paisley Jones & Sidney, Southern Roots 4H
Sub Novice SR – Clay Karson & Shyloh – Town & Country 4H
NOVICE –
Kylie Johansen & Brizzy – Belleview High FFA
ADVANCED –
Cora Taylor & Pua – Town & Country 4H
Resources
- DOG SKILLATHON INFORMATION 2025
- DOG TRAINING INFORMATION for 2024-24
- DOG SHOW REMINDERS
- DOG SHOW TRAINING POWERPOINT
- MANDATORY “Sponsor Thank you Letter” for 2025 List (TBD)
- Rally Scoresheet
- Obedience Scoresheet
- Agility Scoresheet
Rules
Show / Contest 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