FLASH....WE WILL BE HOLDING RIDGEBACK RODEO 2013 on July 25-28. PLANS ARE UNDERWAY SO PLEASE CHECK BACK OFTEN FOR UPDATES.
RIDGEBACK RODEO 2013
The dates have been set and the plans are being made for Ridgeback Rodeo 2013. It's the last full weekend in July which is July 25 - 28. Check back often for updates and additions to the various events below. Scroll down towards the bottom of this page for some photos of rodeos past. If anyone would like to volunteer their expertise as an event manager at the rodeo, or if you have wares to sell, please get in touch with me at any time of the year. Use the contact page of this site. We are always looking for new faces, but we love repeat business too!
The Ridgeback Rodeo is a breed specific event held once a year at TerraCotta Kennels on Scattergun Reserve property, usually at the end of July. It is for any and all Ridgebacks and their owners to enjoy. Ideally you will want to either camp or come in your motorhome so as to enjoy the whole experience. Otherwise, there are hotels and motels within about 15 - 20 miles. We offer most all things possible for Ridgebacks including agility, conformation, sheep herding, hunting, CGC testing, ATTS temperament testing, lure coursing and racing to name just a few. That combined with good food, good friends (new and old) and a fun, relaxed, non-competitive atmosphere make for an enjoyable long weekend with your dog(s). It is especially good for socializing young pups and learning all things Ridgeback. We hope to see you there with your new pup, your current pack, your show dog, your companion or your senior Ridgeback. They're all welcome!
DATES, TIMES & REGISTRATION:
To be announced.
COST :
To be determined. Check back later.
FLASH: THERE IS NOT ROOM IN THE LODGE FOR DOGS. MOST FOLKS LEAVE THEIR DOGS IN THEIR VEHICLES OR X-PENS OR COVERED CRATES WHEN THEY ARE NOT PARTICIPATING IN AN EVENT. BRING SHADE AND SUPPLIES AS IF ATTENDING AN OUTDOOR DOG SHOW.
DOUBLE FLASH: CHILDREN ARE WELCOME, BUT THEY MUST BE ATTENDED AND UNDER CONTROL AT ALL TIMES!! JUST LIKE THE DOGS!
DOGS MUST BE LEASHED AT ALL TIMES EXCEPT WHEN PARTICIPATING IN AN OFF-LEASH EVENT OR WHEN SUPERVISED IN A FENCED TURN-OUT (if available).
YOU MUST CLEAN UP AFTER YOUR DOGS!!
The dates have been set and the plans are being made for Ridgeback Rodeo 2013. It's the last full weekend in July which is July 25 - 28. Check back often for updates and additions to the various events below. Scroll down towards the bottom of this page for some photos of rodeos past. If anyone would like to volunteer their expertise as an event manager at the rodeo, or if you have wares to sell, please get in touch with me at any time of the year. Use the contact page of this site. We are always looking for new faces, but we love repeat business too!
The Ridgeback Rodeo is a breed specific event held once a year at TerraCotta Kennels on Scattergun Reserve property, usually at the end of July. It is for any and all Ridgebacks and their owners to enjoy. Ideally you will want to either camp or come in your motorhome so as to enjoy the whole experience. Otherwise, there are hotels and motels within about 15 - 20 miles. We offer most all things possible for Ridgebacks including agility, conformation, sheep herding, hunting, CGC testing, ATTS temperament testing, lure coursing and racing to name just a few. That combined with good food, good friends (new and old) and a fun, relaxed, non-competitive atmosphere make for an enjoyable long weekend with your dog(s). It is especially good for socializing young pups and learning all things Ridgeback. We hope to see you there with your new pup, your current pack, your show dog, your companion or your senior Ridgeback. They're all welcome!
DATES, TIMES & REGISTRATION:
To be announced.
COST :
To be determined. Check back later.
FLASH: THERE IS NOT ROOM IN THE LODGE FOR DOGS. MOST FOLKS LEAVE THEIR DOGS IN THEIR VEHICLES OR X-PENS OR COVERED CRATES WHEN THEY ARE NOT PARTICIPATING IN AN EVENT. BRING SHADE AND SUPPLIES AS IF ATTENDING AN OUTDOOR DOG SHOW.
DOUBLE FLASH: CHILDREN ARE WELCOME, BUT THEY MUST BE ATTENDED AND UNDER CONTROL AT ALL TIMES!! JUST LIKE THE DOGS!
DOGS MUST BE LEASHED AT ALL TIMES EXCEPT WHEN PARTICIPATING IN AN OFF-LEASH EVENT OR WHEN SUPERVISED IN A FENCED TURN-OUT (if available).
YOU MUST CLEAN UP AFTER YOUR DOGS!!
AGILITY.....
We plan to have a complete Ridgeback sized agility course set up for your enjoyment for practice and run - throughs. Still looking for an agility event manager to keep things safe for the dogs, so if anyone is interested, please get back to us!
ATTS TEMPERAMENT TESTING (ALL BREED).....
The date is approved for Sunday July 28, 2013 for the all-breed temperament test. There is a 40 dog limit, so register early by July 12 for $35 and save money too! Gate entries will be $40. Orientation is at 9am Sunday morning without your dog so be prompt.
Please download this flyer and make some copies and take to your local dog clubs, training facilities or any attended shows and pass them out so we get good attendance:
RRodeo-2013-ATTS_flyer2.pdf
The following is straight from the ATTS website:
Because of breed-specific dog legislation and negative publicity associated with many breeds of dogs, temperament testing has assumed an important role for today's dog fancier. The ATTS Temperament Test provides breeders a means for evaluating temperament and gives pet owners insight into their dog's behavior. It can have an impact on breeding programs and in educating owners about their dog's behavioral strengths and weaknesses as well as providing a positive influence on dog legislation.
What is temperament?
W. Handel, German Police Dog Trainer, in his article, "The Psychological Basis of Temperament Testing," defines temperament as:
"the sum total of all inborn and acquired physical and mental traits and talents which determines, forms and regulates behavior in the environment"
The ATTS test focuses on and measures different aspects of temperament such as stability, shyness, aggressiveness, and friendliness as well as the dog's instinct for protectiveness towards its handler and/or self-preservation in the face of a threat. The test is designed for the betterment of all breeds of dogs and takes into consideration each breed's inherent tendencies.
The test simulates a casual walk through the park or neighborhood where everyday life situations are encountered. During this walk, the dog experiences visual, auditory and tactile stimuli. Neutral, friendly and threatening situations are encountered, calling into play the dog's ability to distinguish between non-threatening situations and those calling for watchful and protective reactions.
Read all about the American Temperament Test Society at their website:
atts.org/tt-test-description/
and you should download the entry form from there in advance and have it all filled out and ready to go:
atts.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/ATTS_entry.pdf
Entry forms MUST be double-sided on one sheet of paper and will be available on-site also.
ATTS is always looking for new testers. If you are interested and would like to get started in becoming an apprentice tester, go to the ATTS website above and fill out and send in the Apprentice Tester application well in advance and you would be able to apprentice at the rodeo.
Please download this flyer and make some copies and take to your local dog clubs, training facilities or any attended shows and pass them out so we get good attendance:
RRodeo-2013-ATTS_flyer2.pdf
The following is straight from the ATTS website:
Because of breed-specific dog legislation and negative publicity associated with many breeds of dogs, temperament testing has assumed an important role for today's dog fancier. The ATTS Temperament Test provides breeders a means for evaluating temperament and gives pet owners insight into their dog's behavior. It can have an impact on breeding programs and in educating owners about their dog's behavioral strengths and weaknesses as well as providing a positive influence on dog legislation.
What is temperament?
W. Handel, German Police Dog Trainer, in his article, "The Psychological Basis of Temperament Testing," defines temperament as:
"the sum total of all inborn and acquired physical and mental traits and talents which determines, forms and regulates behavior in the environment"
The ATTS test focuses on and measures different aspects of temperament such as stability, shyness, aggressiveness, and friendliness as well as the dog's instinct for protectiveness towards its handler and/or self-preservation in the face of a threat. The test is designed for the betterment of all breeds of dogs and takes into consideration each breed's inherent tendencies.
The test simulates a casual walk through the park or neighborhood where everyday life situations are encountered. During this walk, the dog experiences visual, auditory and tactile stimuli. Neutral, friendly and threatening situations are encountered, calling into play the dog's ability to distinguish between non-threatening situations and those calling for watchful and protective reactions.
Read all about the American Temperament Test Society at their website:
atts.org/tt-test-description/
and you should download the entry form from there in advance and have it all filled out and ready to go:
atts.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/ATTS_entry.pdf
Entry forms MUST be double-sided on one sheet of paper and will be available on-site also.
ATTS is always looking for new testers. If you are interested and would like to get started in becoming an apprentice tester, go to the ATTS website above and fill out and send in the Apprentice Tester application well in advance and you would be able to apprentice at the rodeo.
CGC/THERAPY DOG TESTING.....
POSSIBLE UKC SHOW/HANDLING CLASSES.....
HIC - HERDING INSTINCT CERTIFICATE.....
Kelly Malone is returning to the rodeo for her 6th year to head up our Herding event. Kelly has stated that our breed representation at the rodeo has at least as much and maybe more herding instinct than some AKC herding breeds! Kelly is an AHBA (American Herding Breed Association) judge and has German Shepherds. Let your Ridgeback show you his/her herding talents (or not!). This is always one of the bigger attractions at the Rodeo. It's great fun to watch and very interesting to see our dogs transform into a working dog right before our eyes. HIC certificates will be passed out for dogs that make the grade. This counts as a point towards a VC or VCX too! Kelly needs at least 10 dogs per day to make it worth her while, so sign up as soon as the rodeo entry form is available.
Due to the high cost of transporting a dog-broke herd of sheep, the entry fee will be $40 per dog for the HIC test or a private lesson. This is the advance entry fee. Day of rodeo gate entry fee will be $50. Friday and Saturday only unless there is big interest for Sunday!!
If your dog passes their HIC test, or already has their HIC, and Kelly thinks you are ready, she will give you and your dog a personal herding lesson for the same price and will show you how and where to go from here and how to advance in the sport of herding with your Ridgeback.
For more information about competitive herding events, go to the AHBA website or the AKC herding links below (but do remember that Rhodesian Ridgebacks are not a recognized herding breeds ......yet! :
www.ahba-herding.org
www.akc.org/events/herding/index.cfm
Due to the high cost of transporting a dog-broke herd of sheep, the entry fee will be $40 per dog for the HIC test or a private lesson. This is the advance entry fee. Day of rodeo gate entry fee will be $50. Friday and Saturday only unless there is big interest for Sunday!!
If your dog passes their HIC test, or already has their HIC, and Kelly thinks you are ready, she will give you and your dog a personal herding lesson for the same price and will show you how and where to go from here and how to advance in the sport of herding with your Ridgeback.
For more information about competitive herding events, go to the AHBA website or the AKC herding links below (but do remember that Rhodesian Ridgebacks are not a recognized herding breeds ......yet! :
www.ahba-herding.org
www.akc.org/events/herding/index.cfm
HRA (HUNTING/WAGON DOG TESTS & TRIALS).....
ASFA FIELD TRIAL/ LGRA RACE MEET.....
LARK (Lorain Area Racing Klub) will host a Ridgeback Specialty ASFA field trial here at the rodeo this year. This will be a first at the rodeo! For more info about ASFA (American Sighthound Field Organization) click here: www.asfa.org/. The date will be Saturday July 27, 2013.
And then on Sunday July 28, 2013 LARK will also host a LGRA (Large Gazehound Racing Association) race meet too! Lots of running opportunities for your dogs. Eligible breeds are purebred Afghan Hounds, Azawakh, Basenji, Borzoi, Chart Polski, Cirneco dell’Etna, Greyhounds, Ibizan Hounds, Irish Wolfhounds, Italian Greyhounds, Magyar Agar, Pharaoh Hounds, Rhodesian Ridgebacks, Salukis, Scottish Deerhounds, Silken Windhounds and Sloughi. For more info on LGRA click here: www.lgra.org/events/about/
Check back for premium lists soon.You may want to wait until the actual Ridgeback Rodeo entry form is available and enter everything at the same time.
And then on Sunday July 28, 2013 LARK will also host a LGRA (Large Gazehound Racing Association) race meet too! Lots of running opportunities for your dogs. Eligible breeds are purebred Afghan Hounds, Azawakh, Basenji, Borzoi, Chart Polski, Cirneco dell’Etna, Greyhounds, Ibizan Hounds, Irish Wolfhounds, Italian Greyhounds, Magyar Agar, Pharaoh Hounds, Rhodesian Ridgebacks, Salukis, Scottish Deerhounds, Silken Windhounds and Sloughi. For more info on LGRA click here: www.lgra.org/events/about/
Check back for premium lists soon.You may want to wait until the actual Ridgeback Rodeo entry form is available and enter everything at the same time.
Amish neighbors taking hay off coursing field
AKC TRACKING.....
BONFIRES & GOOD FOOD.....
RAFFLE DONATIONS.....
We are soliciting raffle items or donations for the famous Ridgeback Rodeo Raffles and auctions held every year. We're hoping Kim Lucchini will come back this year to be our raffle queen extrordinaire. The rodeo raffles have raised between $600 and $1000 every year for Ridgeback Rescue or health and genetics. I'm not sure which organization we will be donating to this year, but it will be announced soon. You can donate a gift or basket of any kind if you're coming to the rodeo, or just click on the PayPal donation button below and and we will donate the cash in your name.
Donate to TerraCotta Kennels
VET, CAMPING, MOTOR HOMES, HOTELS, DIRECTIONS
VET(S) ON CALLWestern Reserve Animal Clinic
1199 State Rt 7
P O Box 135
Pierpont, OH 44082
440-577-1111
Thursday and Friday 8am - 10pm
Saturday 8am - 2pm
Northwest PA Pet Emergency Center
429 West 38th Street
Erie, PA 16508
814-866-5920
Thursday and Friday 8pm - 8am
Saturday and Sunday 2pm Sat - 8am Monday
CAMPING/MOTOR HOME PARKING:
No charge for primitive camping, vehicle parking or motor home parking. Plenty of room for self-contained motor homes, but a very limited number of electric hook-ups will be available, possibly only 6 or so, and will be on a first come first served basis, depending on who gets their entries in first. Cost for electric will be _______/night and will be on the entry form. No permanent water hook-ups, but plenty of free well water is available. Not much shade, bring your own. Clean outhouse.
ZERO TOLERANCE FOR FOLKS NOT CLEANING UP AFTER THEIR DOGS. WE WILL HAVE "POOP POLICE"!
HOTELS/MOTELS:
DAYS INN
600 Days Blvd., Conneaut, OH 44030
(Interstate 90 exit 241 at Rt. 7)
440-593-6000
There are a very limited number of rooms that allow dogs in the rooms at this hotel. $10/dog pet fee last year. Lots of grassy areas to walk dogs, outdoor pool. 17 miles from Rodeo site.
DAV-ED MOTEL
5750 State Rt. 193 at I90 exit 235, Kingsville, OH 44048
440-224-1094
Small town motel with about 16 rooms, one dog per room, $5/dog fee last year. 18 miles from Rodeo site. Outdoor pool, very reasonable rates.
GREENROOF INN
8790 Meadville Road, Girard, PA 16417
814-774-7072
(5 miles north of Albion on Rt. 18)
Read their pet policy. About 20 miles from Rodeo site. Here's their website:
www.thegreenroofinn.com
SUNSET MOTEL
13825 Ridge Road, West Springfield, PA 16443
814-922-3550
(Interstate 90 exit 3 PA-OH state line, north on Rt. 6N to Rt. 20, left 1/2 mile to motel)
Book this one early as they say they fill up most weekends in the summer. Very reasonable rates plus $5 pet fee as of last year. Very nice per my husband, Eric. About 17 miles from Rodeo site. Website is:
www.sunsetmotelpa.com
PLEASE RESPECT THE ROOMS AND GROUNDS SO WE CAN USE THESE ESTABLISHMENTS IN THE FUTURE!
Click here to get Mapquest driving directions to the Rodeo. For destination use: 20884 Beaver Center Rd. Conneautville, PA 16406:
www.mapquest.com/directions/main.adp
RIDGEBACK RODEO 2010 PHOTOS.....
Here are a couple of links to photos submitted by Rodeo attendee Karen Mikulin. Many are of our dog Victor, but there are some great candids too:s243.photobucket.com/albums/ff5/oobabee/Ridgeback%20Rodeo%202010/
s243.photobucket.com/albums/ff5/oobabee/rodeo2010/
RIDGEBACK RODEO 2009 PHOTOS.....
The 4th annual Ridgeback Rodeo official "candid" photographers were Carol Ann and Roy Brown from Canada. Check out their photos here: tinyurl.com/RR-Rodeo-2009RIDGEBACK RODEO 2008 PHOTOS.....
We held our 3rd annual (and best yet) Ridgeback Rodeo the last weekend in July 2008. The photo collage at the top of this page (created by Marilyn Giesige) is from one of the evening hayrides. The Rodeo was a huge success thanks to all of the entrants, participants, friends, helpers, neighbors and family. I had no time to take photos, but thanks to some photographer/rodeo entrants, you can check out their photos through the links below and get a feel for the rodeo.This link is to Carol Ann Brown's photos:
picasaweb.google.com/cabinto/ridgebackrodeo08
TerraCotta Kennels
Owned and operated by:
Karen and Eric Watson
20884 Beaver Center Road
Conneautville, PA 16406 phone: 814-587-3597
Owned and operated by:
Karen and Eric Watson
20884 Beaver Center Road
Conneautville, PA 16406 phone: 814-587-3597