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We are located at 3840 WI-60 Slinger, WI 53086

We can be tricky to find using a GPS. Click here for detailed directions!

Saturday January 17 10am - 1pm - Intro to Barn Hunt Workshop

Interested in Barn Hunt but don’t know how to get started? 

Join us for this Intro Workshop!

  • Introduction to the Rats: Dogs are introduced to the rats. The introduction will progress from the dog seeing and smelling the rat in a wire cage, to smelling in a competition PVC tube. Rats are never loose, and you won’t have to touch a rat!

  • Understanding the Rules: Handlers will learn the basics, including specific procedures for trials. Reading the Competitor Rulebook before the workshop is encouraged!   

  • Course Elements: Dogs will practice climbing on straw bales and going through an 18-inch wide tunnel made of straw bales.

  • Rat Wrangling: Handlers will receive instruction on how to properly handle the rat tubes as a handler and potentially as a "rat wrangler" (volunteer).

  • First Hunt: The dog will get to apply its new skills in a barn hunt ring to locate the tube containing the rat!

  • Trial Expectations: We will discuss how to enter an official trial, what to bring, and general etiquette for a trial environment. 

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What to Bring to the Workshop 

  • Your dog on a 6-foot leash (no retractable leashes).  Dogs of any age may participate!

  • A slip/martingale type leash.

  • Water and a water dish for your dog.

  • A crate or a quiet place for your dog to rest during discussions. Disruptive dogs may be asked to wait in a car.

  • High-value, small treats or a quiet toy.

  • Working spots are limited to 10 dog/handler teams - $30 each

  • Register online today to save your spot!

  • Sunday March 8, 2026 - NACSW ORT 

    • CO: Laura Yurchak

    • Judge: Laura Holder

    • Entries Open: Wednesday 1/21/2026 at 11am CST

    • Entries Close:Friday 2/27/2026 at 5pm CST

    • Premium - Click Here 

    • NOTE -  Entries received before the open date/time will be refused

Contact OPE!

 OPEdogsports@gmail.com
Donna 262-613-3010 or Stephanie 262-490-8755
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