Upcoming Seminars & Workshops


To find your seminar, click on the sport below or scroll down:

AGILITY • NOSE WORK • OBEDIENCE • FLYBALL • HEALTH • CPR/AED


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AGILITY SEMINARS

Current Seminars:
ANNETTE ALFONSO ✦ 10/10/26 - 10/11/2026

Upcoming 2026 Seminars
Dudley Shumate ✦ 11/7/26 - 11/8/2026
Judy Kolva ✦ 11/14/2026
Nancy Schilling ✦ 11/15/2026

Seminars Coming in 2027
Paula Goss ✦ 1/9/27-1/10/27
TBD ✦ 1/23/27 - 1/24/27
TBD ✦ 5/8/27 - 5/9/27
Laura Dolan ✦ 5/22/27 - 5/23/27
Bridget Thomas ✦ 6/26 - 6/27/27
Courtney Moore ✦ 7/31/27 - 8/1/27
Claudette Mo ✦ 9/11/27 - 9/12/27
Merritt Speagle ✦ 9/25/27 - 9/26/27
Chris Tucci / Kris Seiter ✦ 10/23/27 - 10/24/27
Dudley Shumate ✦ 11/13/27 - 11/14/27
Cynthia Hornor ✦ 11/27/27 - 11/28/27

ORIOLE DOG TRAINING CLUB WELCOMES
ANNETTE ALFONSO
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10 & SUNDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2026

Annette is an accomplished trainer and competitor from Puerto Rico who turned her passion for training into a profession in 1997 after spending several years traveling the country performing with her canine team as part of the Purina Incredible Dog Team. She has competed with her dogs at numerous national and international events and has had the honor of representing Puerto Rico at the WAO in England (2011), IFCS Worlds in Texas (2012), WAO in Spain (2013) and IFCS CCOA (2014). Annette has traveled to England, Austria and the Channel Islands to compete in various agility Festivals and Open competitions. Annette has been part of the AKC European Open Team USA management team since 2017 and takes pride in coaching and mentoring the members of the US World Teams in preparation of and at international events in her capacity as Team Coach.

Outside of the competition ring, Annette’s canine team has performed in front of the camera for TV/movie work and advertising campaigns. Television appearances include “The Tonight Show with Jay Leno”, “The David Letterman Show”, as well as NBC’s “Today Show”. Her dog Dealer had a lead role in the Spanish Soap Opera “Perro Amor” while her dog Decker starred in the movie “Marley and Me”.

As much as she enjoys performing with her own dogs, Annette thrives on coaching others to be the best they can be and helping students achieve their training goals. For Annette, training the ‘perfect’ dog begins with a strong relationship and realistic training goals geared toward the dog’s individual talents. Most importantly, it doesn’t matter whether you are training the next world champion or your best canine companion, keeping it fun is always the most important rule!

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2026 - 8 working slots per seminar, limited auditors
8:30 am - 12:00 pm • MASTERING AKC ELEMENTS

This workshop will focus on key elements and patterns commonly seen in local AKC courses. These include, but aren't limited to, 180-degree turns, tunnel discriminations, pinwheels, and boxes. This workshop may include all obstacles.

1:00 pm - 4:30 pm • MASTERING UKI CHALLENGES
UKI is coming to Oriole next year. Get a head start on the types of challenges typically found in UKI courses. Bigger distances, reverse starts, backsides, and challenging weave entries are all hallmarks of UKI agility. This workshop is for dogs familiar with all obstacles.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2026 - 8 working slots per seminar, limited auditors
8:30 am-12:00 pm • SAME HANDLING, DIFFERENT LANES
How do you recognize your dog's line and how can one handling cue set that line for the dog? Have you ever thought you were telling your dog to go one way, when the timing or execution of your cues was actually telling your dog to go a different way? This workshop will help you identify how and when to cue different lines using the same handling. This seminar will have jumps and tunnels only.

1:00 pm-4:30 pm • REPEAT AGAIN
How many different ways can you handle the same obstacle pattern, and how do you choose which way is best for you and your dog? Which way is faster, smoother, clearer for your team? This workshop will show you that there are options for how to handle the same dog path and help you identify what works best for you now, and what you should train so it's available for you in the future. Open to teams sequencing jumps and tunnels.

Cost: Oriole Members - $150 per seminar; Non-members - $160 per seminar.

Auditing: Oriole members $40 per session. Non-Oriole members $45 per session.

Location: Oriole Dog Training Club - 9 Azar Court, Halethorpe, MD 21227

Online registration and payment are required.

Registration opens Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at 8 am for Oriole members and Thursday, September 17, 2026 at 8 am for non-members.

NEW! Oriole Members may only enter 2 seminars until the day after it opens for non-members. Then, additional seminars may be entered.

See registration links below:

Saturday, October 10:
MASTERING AKC ELEMENTS
AUDIT ONLY - MASTERING AKC ELEMENTS

MASTERING UKI CHALLENGES
AUDIT ONLY - MASTERING UKI CHALLENGES

Sunday, October 11:
SAME HANDLING, DIFFERENT LANES
AUDIT ONLY - SAME HANDLNG, DIFFERENT LANES

REPEAT AGAIN
AUDIT ONLY - REPEAT AGAIN

Payment is due in full at the time of registration. No refunds will be given unless a replacement is found for your slot. If a member cancels and the spot is filled, a credit will be issued. If a non-member cancels and the spot is filled, a refund will be issued, minus a $10 processing fee.

BIS Seminar Policy:
Unless otherwise specified, BIS are allowed in seminars if they wear tight fitting panties. Separate crating spaces can be arranged if necessary. If, in the opinion of the presenter or the club there is an issue, appropriate action may be taken. 

E-mail seminar questions to Laurie McClain at lauriemcclain123@gmail.com. For registration issues, contact Seminar Registrar, Lorinda McKisson at Lmckisson@gmail.com.

All Oriole guidelines are in effect.

• There is a $10 clean-up fee for accidents that occur on the turf
• Only non-crumbly, non-staining dog treats may be used on the field
• Dogs are to be relieved in designated outdoor areas
• Dogs are to be crated when not working

For more policy information, go to https://orioledogclub.org/house-rules/.

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NOSE WORK/SCENT SEMINARS 

November 28-29, 2026
Jacy Kelley Nose Work Seminar 

 

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OBEDIENCE SEMINARS

Obedience Workshops
with
Marion Crain
Saturday & Sunday
September 26 & 27, 2026

 

Marion started training dogs as a 4H’er, and has been competing in AKC obedience ever since. She has trained Shelties, Keeshonden, and Border Collies, and has lived, trained and shown widely across the country, including NY, CA, OH, WV, NC, and MO.  Her achievements include:  
✦ 13 OTCH/UDX dogs (6 Border Collies, 7 Keeshonden)  
✦ Multiple 200 scores (Sheltie, 3 Border Collies, 3 Keeshonden) 
✦ Multiple tournament placements (AKC Classic, AKC NOC Group placements, and more) 
✦ Over 500 HIT’s and 400 HC’s; over 4000 OTCH points 
✦ Keeshond ranked # 1 all breeds for 2021, Front & Finish Delaney System (open & utility placements) 
✦ Five Herding CHs, Nine Conformation CHs, two GCH, and four RACHs
✦ Placed 10th out of 150 teams at the NOC

“The joy of dog obedience training lies in making a deep connection with each dog we train."

There will be four topics offered over two days of workshops. Teams will have one on one work plus there will be some group work, focused on teaching, proofing, and problem solving these specific skills or topics. Auditing is available.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 2026 - 6 working slots per workshop, auditing available
9:00am-12:30pm • HEELING - BEGINNER/NOVICE
1:30pm-5:00pm • CONNECTING/MOTIVATIONAL GAMES

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2026 - 6 working slots per workshop, auditing available
9:00am-12:30pm • HEELING - ADVANCE/OPEN/UTILITY 
1:30 pm-5:00 pm • SHOW PREPARATION & HOW TO HANDLE ERRORS IN THE RING

Cost Per Workshop: Oriole Members - $150; Non-members - $175.  Auditing: Oriole members - $75; Non-members $100.

All levels of dogs and handlers permitted.

Snacks will be provided. Lunch will be ordered at participant cost if in 2 workshops same day.

Registration opens:

Monday, August 24 at 8am for Members
Tuesday, August 25 at 8am for Non-Members

Registration closes September 7th.

No video taping will be allowed during these workshops, even for personal use.

Register on links below:

SATURDAY:
HEELING - BEGINNER/NOVICE
AUDIT ONLY - HEELING - BEGINNER/NOVICE (SATURDAY)

CONNECTING/MOTIVATIONAL GAMES
AUDIT ONLY - CONNECTING/MOTIVATIONAL GAMES

SUNDAY:
HEELING - ADVANCE/OPEN/UTILITY (SUNDAY)
AUDIT ONLY - HEELING - ADVANCE/OPEN/UTILITY (SUNDAY)

SHOW PREPARATION & HOW TO HANDLE ERRORS IN THE RING
AUDIT ONLY - SHOW PREPARATION & HOW TO HANDLE ERRORS IN THE RING 

Online registration and payment are required. Payment is due in full at the time of registration. No refunds will be given unless there is a replacement for your slot. Credits will be issued for all removals or cancellations of club members and refunds will be issued to all non-members in the case of removals or cancellations. A $10 processing fee will be deducted from your refund.

E-mail seminar questions to odtcobedience@gmail.com. For registration issues, contact Seminar Registrar, Lorinda McKisson at Lmckisson@gmail.com.

Location: Oriole Dog Training Club - 9 Azar Court, Halethorpe, MD 21227

Doors open at 8am. Please bring waterproof tarp for under your crates.

We reserve the right to cancel should registration numbers not meet expectations.

BIS Seminar Policy:

Unless otherwise specified, BIS are allowed in seminars if they wear tight fitting panties. Separate crating spaces can be arranged if necessary. If, in the opinion of the presenter or the club, the presence of the bitch becomes disruptive to the seminar, she may be removed from the building or other appropriate action taken.

• There is a $10 clean-up fee for accidents that occur on the turf
• Only non-crumbly, non-staining dog treats may be used on the field
• Dogs are to be relieved in designated outdoor areas
• Dogs are to be crated when not working

For more policy information, go to https://orioledogclub.org/house-rules/.

 

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FLYBALL SEMINARS
 
Coming soon!

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HEALTH SEMINARS/CLINICS

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Canine CPR and First Aid Training

Oriole Dog Training Club
Sunday, October 11, 2026
9:00 am – 1:00 pm, Blue Room

Being prepared is the key!

This Pet First Aid course will prepare you for:
• Restraining an Ill or Injured Pet
• CPR and Rescue Breathing
• Bleeding Injuries
• Heat and Cold Injuries
• Snake and Insect Bites
  …and much more

Introducing Scott Goldstein and his new program with Baltimore County Fire and Medical Training in pet CPR and first aid. The course teaches first aid and CPR techniques using authentic canine CPR manikins, to address emergencies that can occur with small and large dogs as well as cats. The class will train you to notice abnormalities and detect early warning signs in pets. You will learn essential pre-vet care and life saving techniques for those times when immediate action can make all the difference. There will be a handout which emphasizes the major points with a section for note-taking. A standard Stop the Bleed certificate will be issued.

Scott has 39 years of experience as a first responder. He is the Captain of the Pikesville Volunteer Fire Co, as well as an EMT, and certified CPR instructor/instructor evaluator with Baltimore County Fire and Medical Training, Over the years he has many occasions to deal with medical emergencies with dogs, including rescues from fires and performing CPR with a ventilation mask, and even caring for a dog who had been hit by a train. Scott has, personally, has owned dogs his entire life, and his family currently includes Bella, a shepherd lab mix, Lizzie, an American Foxhound, and Zues, a pit lab mix. As a first responder and dog owner, he has encountered many occasions of emergencies ranging from dog fights and the aftermath, dogs eating bad things to the simple treatment of ticks.

Class is limited to 12 slots.
Cost for Members:  $80;  Non-Members $90
Light snacks will be provided.

Opens for Members on Monday, August 3 at 8am.
Opens for Non-Members on Tuesday, August 4 at 8am.
Registration closes October 5, 2026.

To register, click the link below. Immediate payment is required.
Canine CPR & First Aid Training

There will be several items available at the class for an additional cost:

Dog First Aid Kits - prices vary

 

Textbook – The Pet First Aid & Disaster Response Guide
Bullseye Pill Gun – Designed by a veterinarian to easily administer tablets and capsules to dogs and cats

E-mail all seminar questions to Linda Miles at marfre@aol.com.
For registration issues, contact Lorinda McKisson at Lmckisson@gmail.com.

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Human CPR/AED and First Aid Training

Free for ODTC Members

(Bring a non-member for $85)

 Saturday, November 7, 2026

 9 am – 1 pm

Oriole Dog Training Club, Blue Room

Oriole Dog Training Club is hosting an American Heart Association’s (AHA) Heartsaver course on cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and the use of the automated external defibrillator (AED) that we have in our building. This course is designed for anyone with little or no medical training or anyone who wants to be prepared for an emergency.  It will also lead to AHA certification and will also serve anyone who needs a course completion card for their job, regulatory (e.g., OSHA), or other requirements. The course is free of charge for our active adult members only. Non-Members are welcome at a cost of $85.

The course will teach:                                          

 ·       Adult CPR and AED use

 ·       First aid basics

 ·       Injury emergencies

 ·       Environmental emergencies

 ·       Preventing illness and injury

Opens: August 24, 2026
Closing Date: October 30, 2026

Link to register: Human CPR/AED & First Aid Training

Questions may be directed to Linda Miles at marfre@aol.com.
Registration issues may be directed to Lorinda McKisson at Lmckisson@gmail.com

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Nail Clinics Coming Soon!
Oriole Dog Training Club

Wednesday, October 7, 2026 (tentative)
3:00pm-4:00pm
& 
Monday, October 12, 2026 (tentative)
6:00pm – 7:00pm
Blue Room

Dale Martins has over 40 years of grooming experience. She will be conducting nail clinics on Wednesday, October 7, from 3pm to 4pm and Monday, October 12, from 6pm to 7pm. While working on the dog, she will teach and explain the process if the owner is interested.

Cost:
Dale will trim nails and between pads for members for $15 per dog. Dremeling will cost an additional $5.

Anxious dog? If your dog is highly reactive or aggressive for nail trims, skip the nail clinic and take to your vet.

Dogs must be up to date on their rabies vaccines.

Online registration and payment in advance only. All proceeds go to Oriole Dog Training Club.

Each clinic is limited to 6 slots.

To choose your time slot and register, see links below. Be sure a time slot is available before you register and pay.

Select Time Slot for Wednesday:
Wednesday, Oct 7th - 3:00pm to 4:00pm

Registration & Payment link for Wednesday:
Nail Clinic - Wednesday October 7 3:00pm-4:00pm

Select Time Slot for Monday:
Monday, Oct 12th - 6:00pm to 7:00pm

Registration & Payment link for Monday:

Nail Clinic - Monday October 12 6:00pm-7:00pm

Payment is due in full at the time of registration. No refunds will be given unless a replacement is found for your slot. Credit will be issued for all removals or cancellations of club members and refunds will be issued to all non-members in the case of removals or cancellations. A $10 processing fee will be deducted from your refund.

E-mail all questions to Linda Miles at marfre@aol.com.

For registration issues, contact Lorinda McKisson at Lmckisson@gmail.com.

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Canine Eye Clinic - 10/17/26

Canine Health Clinics such as the CAER OFA Eye Exam
are listed on this link:
Health Clinics and Screenings

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Note for all Seminars:
Refunds will not be given unless you find a replacement for your slot.
Credits will be issued for all removals or cancellations of club members and refunds will be issued to all non-members in the case of removals or cancellations. A $10 service fee will be withheld on all credits or refunds issued.