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I have been competing in AKC Agility for the past 11 years, and have campaigned over 20 different dogs of various breeds and in all height categories. My training style is very upbeat, fast-paced and fun. I use a lot of positive reinforcement and methods which allow me to adapt to each individual dogs’ learning style. Agility should be enjoyable for both handler and dog alike! My goal is to help every team realize their potential and to get the most out of each dog in terms of enthusiasm and speed. Please enjoy browsing through some of the amazing dogs I’ve had the pleasure of working with!
Lessons:
NEW! Please check the online calendar for the latest training and show schedule.
Agility lessons are private only, and are offered every weekday after 3:00 pm. Outdoor sessions are available on a full regulation 100 x 100 grass agility course which is changed regularly and available to rent. Conversely I offer indoor sessions starting at 6:00 pm. The indoor facility is located in Palmyra, PA; has heat and a/c, indoor restrooms, rubber matting, and a full AKC course.
Handling services are available for all breeds at AKC trials. Please contact me for further information about lessons or having your dog professionally handled and I’ll be happy to address your needs!
Featured Trained Dogs:
“Archie”
Archibald MX, MXJ
Archie is another poodle owned by Linda Weindel. He loves his big brother Charlie and is a real cuddler!
“Heika”
Winterun's Summer Storm AX, OAJ
DOB: May 18th, 1996
Heika, a lovely Weimaraner owned by Nancy Lenker of Grantville, PA is the very first dog I trained and competed with in agility. She was the sweetest dog to work with, thank you Nancy!
“Rudy”
Buddington's Nimble Nureyev, AX, AXJ, NF, CGC, TDI
DOB: December 15th, 2003
Rudy, a full sibling to Nania, is one of the only Cavaliers ever produced with both parent's having MACH's. Rudy is a force to be reckoned with on the course, as he slows down for no one! Rudy is trained and shown by Buddington, owned and loved by Betty Winings of Reading, PA. He is not available to be bred.
“Jinks”
MACH 2 GoldGrove High Jinks CDX
DOB: January 10th, 2004
Jinks is a beautiful and powerful Doberman Pinscher owned by Marliene Froke of State College, PA. She has extreme drive, focus, and enthusiasm on the course and is a joy to watch. Jinks and I have been working together for about a year - she is also trained and handled by Elaine Swancer.
“Ozzy”
Ozzy II OA, OAJ
DOB: March 31st, 2004
Ozzy is a very large but very sweet Rhodesian Ridgeback. He is a pleasure to train and show and a beautiful jumper. He is owned and loved by Melissa Shuman.
“Oscoda”
Desperado's Motley Fool OA, AXJ
DOB: June 21st, 2005
Oscoda is a high-energy, high-drive Whippet who exudes enthusiasm. A very bold young dog, Oscoda is a blast to train and is owned by the Fletcher's.
“Sophie”
Silver Streak Sophie NA, OAJ
DOB: September 19th, 2005
Sophie is a petite and beautiful little Weimaraner who was rescued, and is now owned and loved by Cindy Snyder. Sophie is a ball of energy, a sweet dog who always makes us laugh! Sophie is also a wonderful therapy dog.
“Tucker”
MACH Tucker
DOB: April 21st, 2006
*Introducing MACH Tucker! Congratulations to Christy and Tucker for this amazing accomplishment - made even more special because Tucker is the 1st Pekingese to ever achieve a MACH!*
Tucker is a very talented little Pekignese who loves agility! He is one of the only successful Pekignese in AKC agility and is owned, trained and loved by Christy Duke.
“Ginger”
Mill Oak's Ginger Snap AX, OAJ
DOB: September 9th, 2006
Ginger is a hard working lab owned and loved by Julie Swanger. She was a fast learner and has beautifully stylish weave poles!
“Charlie”
Sir Charles MX, MXJ, XF
DOB: September 25th, 2006
Charlie is a rescued Miniature Poodle who loves life and especially agility! He is trained here at Buddington and shown by his owner and handler, Linda Weindel. Charlie was one of our brightest students and was competing in just a few months of training.
“Mason”
RisingStars Master Mason Rager AXP, AJP, OFP
DOB: January 7th, 2007
Mason is a beautiful red merle Australian Shepherd bred by RisingStar Aussies and owned and loved by Donna Rager. Mason is VERY enthusiastic about his "job" and will play all day!
“Surge”
MACH 2 TopFlite's Game Boy Power Surge CDX
DOB: August 27th, 2007
Surge is a stunning tricolored Papillon infamous for his enthusiastic celebratory "cartwheels." It seems he never has an off day and enjoys training in many venues with his owner Marliene Froke.
“Charlie”
Athercroft Prints of Thieves NA, NAJ
DOB: September 28th, 2007
Charlie is a beautiful tricolored Cavalier from Athercroft Cavaliers in Ohio. He is quite high drive and loves to train. Charlie is loved, owned and handled by Amanda Zimmerman.
“River”
Athercroft Too Much Chrome MX, MXJ
DOB: November 12th, 2007
River is a Ruby Cavalier who loves agility, especially weave poles! Bred at Athercroft Cavaliers in Ohio, he is loved, owned and handled by Marge Procasco.
“Jessie”
BWBC Jessie NA, AXJ
DOB: December 17th, 2007
Jessie is a sweet tempered Border Collie bred by Branchwater BC's and owned by Cathy Smith.
“Olive”
Black Pearls Little Miss SUnshine At Talavera OA, AXJ
DOB: May 30th, 2008
Olive is a lovely Toy Manchester Terrier owned by Liz Sulzberger. She is quite the athelete, and never seems to get out of breath! Olive runs with Christy Duke.
“Confetti”
Enchanting Too Much Confetti AX, MXJ
DOB: December 30th, 2008
Confetti is a full sister to my Ana, and is wild for agility! She loves to go FAST and has a hard time waiting for her turn. Confetti is owned and loved by Marge Procasco.
“Mo”
Bonaires Eeny Meeny Miny Mo NAP, NJP
DOB: June 30th, 2009
Mo is an exceptional Miniature Dachshund handled by an exceptional Junior Handler named Brooke Moyer. He is so fast that we secretly think he is a Border Collie in a Dachshund suit! Brooke competes in both conformation and agility, and her and her mother Kathi Moyer have the special distinction of breeding and owning this little superstar.