Dog Camp is a fun camp for 4-H youth who love dogs and everything that goes along with them. It is a great inexpensive event for 4-Her’s and their dogs to participate in. This camp is open to Maine 4-H participants of all ages regardless of prior experience.

The dates for the 2009 Maine 4-H Days Dog Camp are June 26, 27, & 28 at the Windsor Fairgrounds in Windsor, Maine. The events have not been confirmed yet so we encourage you to check back for more information.

Check out the Maine 4-H Days event page for registration & schedule information.

Below are a few 2008 Dog Camp pictures along with answers to frequently asked questions about Dog Camp.

     

Frequently Asked Maine 4-H Days Dog Camp Questions

Q: Where and when is the Maine 4-H Days Dog Camp held?
A: 2009: Windsor Fairgrounds starting on Friday June 26th and running through Sunday June 28th

Q: How many dogs may I bring, how old do they have to be and can I participate without a dog?
A: Participants may bring up to two of their own 4-H project dogs that they have trained, as long as the dogs are non-aggressive and each can be handled individually by the      4-Her. The dog’s age is not a factor in most workshops and dogs are not necessary for all of the workshops. Usually about half of the activities are hands on with dogs and the other half are not. No aggressive dogs will be allowed to participate at camp and dogs exhibiting signs of aggression towards anyone may be asked to leave the activity or camp for the safety of all.

Q: If my dog is well-behaved can it be off leash during camp?
A: All dogs must be on-leash at all times.

Q: Who can participate in Dog Camp?
A: 4-H members from all project areas and of all ages are welcome, although most workshops are designed for youth between the ages of 10 and 18. Maine 4-H Days Dog Camp is mainly for 4-H members from Maine but occasionally invited guests from other states can attend. 

Q: Do I have to stay for the entire camp or can I come for one day only or just during the daily activities?
A: Participants are strongly encouraged to stay for all days and activities but may come for one day or stay only during the day and not at night. We ask that you specify whether or not you will be participating in all activities and days or not on your registration packet. 

Q: What are some workshops that we have had at Dog Camp in the past?
A: Some of the events that we have had in the past are agility, rally-obedience, basic obedience, multi-level showmanship, tracking, Bach Flower Remedies, dog rescues, first aid, flyball, freestyle canine dancing and many more. We also offer dog themed crafts and games at night.

Q: What type of supervision is required?
A: All participants must have a chaperone. 

Q: If I come as a chaperone with a Dog Camp participant can I bring my dog?
A: Chaperone’s may bring a dog as long as the dog is well behaved, has updated rabies papers with them, is leashed and does not interfere with the dogs signed up for camp. 

Attention 4-H Dog Project Alumni: Any Dog Project Alumni willing to come and present workshops at Dog Camp are needed. Please contact the Dog Project Representative Nancy Conant for more information.