Butler Dog Training Association

10/24/2026

Just a reminder that our big Christmas Photo Weekend is only two weeks away!!!
November 7th (Saturday) from 9:00 AM-3:00 PM
November 8th (Sunday) from 10:00 AM-2:00 PM
Four new backdrops!! 25$ for a thumb drive of great pictures!
Doggie Shoppe and Bake Sale!!
1017 Evans City Rd, Renfrew, PA 16053
724-482-6017 for ???

10/04/2026

Butler Dog Training finished another great set of obedience trials completed today, Sunday 10/4/26.

Congratulations to Irene Barrie and her cocker spaniel for winning High in Trial from the Open B class. 🎉🎉

Congratulations to Dari Harding and her border collie for winning High Combined from Utility B and Open B classes.🎉🎉

We do something a little different for each trial and offer some of our new competitors a special award - High Scoring Dog from the A Classes - looking at qualifying scores from Utility A, Open A and Novice A. Special congratulations to Dodie Hall Dudt and her golden retriever for their high qualifying score from the Open A class! 🎉🎉

Thank you again to the competitors, stewards, and club members that came and supported our trials this weekend. We couldn't do them without you ♥️ We so enjoy seeing old friends, making new friends and enjoying good food!

Next set of AKC Rally and Obedience trials will be April 2027! Watch for announcements on Facebook and the BDTA website. See you all next time 😍

10/03/2026

Another set of Butler Dog Training Association's obedience trials are in the books on Saturday, 10/3/26.

Congratulations to Pam Vartanian and her Beauceron for winning High Combined from the Utility B class and the Open B class!!

Congratulations to Rick Hood and his German Shepherd Dog for winning High in Trial with a score of 199 from the Open B class!!

Congratulations to everyone in attendance for the most important green, qualifying ribbons and lots of new titles!!

One more set of obedience trials on Sunday 10/4/26. Stay tuned for our winners!!

10/03/2026

Congratulations to Lori Beiber and her poodle for earning High Combined and High Triple Q at BOTH BDTA's Rally trials on Friday 10/2 under judge Linda Ferullo. Lots of qualifying scores and good times with rally friends. Thank you for coming and supporting our trials ♥️

09/21/2026

New Seminar Happening in October! Meredith Wille LVT, CCRP, CCFT from Steel City Canine Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine will be conducting a seminar that focuses on teaching handlers how to build resilient movers from the ground up — emphasizing body
awareness, injury prevention, and sustainable long-term fitness strategies that fit real training schedules. Please share with your friends and anyone that might be interested!

09/03/2026

August/September means class is back in session! BDTA is offering classes for:
What: AKC Rally Obedience Level I
When: Tuesdays (starting Sept. 22, 2026) at 6:00pm-7:00pm - 6 weeks; (see exact schedule of class dates on our website)
Price: $45 for BDTA members; $90 for non-members
Find out more details: https://butlerdogtraining.com/classes
Sign up here: https://butlerdogtraining.com/rally-l1-form-1
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AKC Rally Obedience Level 2
What: AKC Rally Obedience Level 2
When: Tuesdays (starting Sept. 22) at 4:30pm-5:30pm - 6 weeks; (see exact schedule of class dates on our website)
Price: $45 for BDTA members; $90 for non-members
Find out more details: https://butlerdogtraining.com/classes
Sign up here: https://butlerdogtraining.com/rally-l2-form
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What: AKC Rally Obedience Level 3
When: Tuesdays (starting Sept 22) at 3:00pm-4:00pm - 6 weeks; (see exact schedule of class dates on our website)
Price: $45 for BDTA members; $90 for non-members
Find out more details: https://butlerdogtraining.com/classes
Sign up here: https://butlerdogtraining.com/rally-l3-form

NOTE: Limit of 7-8 students for each class level. Get your reservation in NOW!

08/22/2026

Countryside Agility is gearing up for our November Agility Trials, and we'd love to see you and your dog on the course!

What: 3 days of Agility (Fri, Sat, Sun) at Countryside Agility
When: Nov 13, 14, 15, 2026
Where: Countryside Agility, 2321 West 38th Street, Erie, PA 16506
Details:
Judges are: Pam Sturtz (Fri)
Laura Kuterbach (Sat/Sun)

Whether you're chasing that next Q, working toward a title, or just love the thrill of a clean run, this is a great chance to compete on a well-built course with a friendly crowd. All skill levels are welcome — come test your teamwork, meet fellow competitors, and enjoy a fun weekend of agility.

📅 Save the date and start prepping your run plans!
📍 Countryside Agility

Tag a fellow handler who should come compete with you! We can't wait to see you and your pup out there.

Photo credit Cindy Noland Photography

07/13/2026

Join us for Puppy or Basic Manners Classes this Summer. There are still openings. Let us get you and your pup off to a good start before school bells ring in September!!!
See our website for application information.
www.butlerdogtraining.com

07/13/2026

Obedience and Rally friends - Run thrus this weekend!!

What: Saturday, July 18, 2026
When: Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Details: $10 for First Run, $5.00 for Second Run (same dog)
*Runs may be limited as time permits*
Schedule will start with Utility to Beginner Novice
For more information - contact Cheryl: [email protected]
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What: Sunday, July 19, 2026
When: Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Details: $5 for First Run, $5 for Second Run (same dog)
*Runs may be limited as time permits*
Schedule will be:
9:00am-10:00am - Choice and Master
10:00am-11:00am - Excellent and Advanced
11:00am-12:00pm - Intermediate and Novice
Questions or if you would like to help at run-thrus - contact Tammy at [email protected].

Don't forget you can sign up for EITHER of the run-thrus on the home page of our website - https://butlerdogtraining.com/ (YES - you may still sign up the day of - but let us know you are coming!)

Butler Dog Training Association is a non-profit organization (501C) that has been serving Butler County for over 35 years.

07/02/2026

****PREMIUM NOW POSTED ON OUR WEBSITE***
What: AKC Rally and AKC Obedience Trials
When: Rally - Fri. 10/2/26 (2 trials); Obedience - Sat 10/3/26 and Sun 10/4/26 (1 trial each day)
Where: Butler Dog Training Building in 1017 Evans City Road, Renfrew, PA

Watch our website and page for announcements and/or updates! Website: https://butlerdogtraining.com/

ENTRIES OPEN WEDNESDAY, JULY 8, 2026 AT 8:00AM
ENTRIES CLOSE WEDNESDAY, SEPT 16, 2026 AT 11:30PM