Pacific NW Scottish Highland Games & Clan Gathering
Scotland Comes To The Pacific Northwest!
July 26, 27, and 28, 2024
Enumclaw Expo Center
45224 – 284th Avenue SE
Enumclaw, Washington 98022
No Pets Allowed In The Enumclaw Expo Center
2024 Celtic Kennel Schedule and Participants
Be sure and join us to tour the Celtic Kennel as we feature the Celtic dog breeds at work and play!
| Celtic Kennel Schedule – July 27 & 28, 2024 Schedule includes both Saturday and Sunday times and events – except where noted. |
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| TIME | EVENT |
| 9:00AM | Celtic Kennel OPENS to the Public |
| 9:30AM | Meet and Greet the Breeds |
| 10:00AM | Obedience Demonstration. Developed in the 1930s, Obedience is one of the AKC’s oldest sporting events, and it’s open to all dogs. From walking on- and off-leash to retrieving and jumping, or demonstrating your dog’s ability to stay, Obedience trials feature dogs that are well-behaved at home, in public places, and in the presence of other dogs. It is essential that the obedience dog demonstrates willingness and enjoyment while it is working with the handler. |
| 10:30AM | Rally Demonstration Think of an AKC Rally event as any team sport: You and your dog navigate a course, sideby-side, as you steer him through a course of 10-20 different signs. Each of these signs provides instructions regarding the next skill that is to be performed. The dog and handler move continuously throughout the course with the dog under control at the handler’s left side. Although each performance is timed, a good race time is not the goal; it’s about working as a team while performing the skills, with the dog under control. |
| 11:15AM | K9 Nose Work Demonstration Inspired by working detection dogs, Nose Work is the fun search and scenting activity for virtually all dogs and people. Nose Work starts with getting your dog excited about using his nose to seek out a favorite toy or treat reward hidden in one of several boxes, expanding the game to entire rooms, exterior areas, and vehicles. As your dog grows more confident with his nose, target odors (odors used are birch, anise, clove, and AKC adds cypress) are introduced, and competition skills are taught. |
| 11:45AM | Trick Dog Demonstration Dog trick training started to gain recognition in the 1920s, as Rin Tin Tin began performing in silent films. As movies grew more popular, animal actors like Lassie became household names, since their tricks enabled them to “act out” scenes in movies. The American Kennel Club began offering AKC Trick Dog as a title-earning sport in 2017. Since that time, AKC Trick Dog has become extremely popular with many different kinds of dog owners. |
| 12:15PM | Agility Demonstration (Adjacent Fenced Area) Imagine a look of determination on your dog’s face as he runs hard, nimbly making each turn. He keeps his eyes on you while scampering through tunnels, jumping over hurdles, and beaming with pride. The crowds in the stands cheer as you move together in perfect harmony. That’s the sport of Agility. It can be quite a rush – and one of the best ways to create an even deeper connection between you and your dog. Agility is a growing dog sport in the United States. Dogs race against a clock as they navigate an obstacle course with strong concentration and speed. |
| 12:00PM to 1:30PM | Celtic Kennel Closed for: Welcoming Ceremonies Lunch & Potty Break Parade Preparation |
| 12:45PM | Celtic Kennel Parades Behind The Clans |
| 1:30PM | Celtic Kennel REOPENS |
| 1:45PM | Celtic Kennel Grand Review |
| 2:30PM | Recognition of Rescue, Service & Therapy Dogs |
| 2:45PM | Mock Dog Show — Junior Showmanship ONLY (Saturday Only) Children have always been an important part of the future of canine sports, dating back to 1920 when the first competition for children handlers was held. Children 9 to under 18 years old learn basic handling abilities, and how to care for, and present, different breeds in a competition. While Juniors are judged by an official AKC Judge, it’s the quality of their presentation that is judged, not the dog. |
| The President of SSHGA and The Chieftain of the Games will be visiting the Celtic Kennel on SATURDAY afternoon. Following their visits with the individual breed clubs they will present the President and Chieftain Awards. Their criteria is based on communication of breed history, interaction with volunteers, dog friendliness, and personal evaluation. | |
| Chieftain of the Games – Saundra White President – Colin Mathieson |
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| 3:30PM | Celtic Kennel CLOSES |
Please note: Times are approximate.
Participating Celtic Dog Breeds:
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- Border Collies
Coordinator: Brianna Alford - Border Terriers
- Dandie Dinmont Terrier Club of America
Coordinator: Kara Coykendall - Evergreen State Shetland Sheepdog Club
Coordinators: Peggie Venemon, Dee French - Glen of Imaal Terriers
Coordinator: Myra Mercer - Irish Water Spaniel Club of Puget Sound
Coordinators: Rebecca Brooks - Northwest Bearded Collie Club of Puget Sound
Coordinator: Kaylee Anagnos (Sunday) - Overlake Collie Club
Coordinator: Judy Bandlow, Alix Vorkapich - Pacific Northwest Gordon Setter Club
Coordinators: Barbara and Michael Webb - Pacific Northwest Welsh Springer Spaniel Club
- United States Kerry Blue Terrier Club
Coordinators: Sharon Burnett, Jean Birkland - Washington State Scottish Terrier Club
Coordinator: Karen McLaughlin - West Highland White Terrier Club of Puget Sound
Coordinator: Victoria Ray (Saturday); Lesley Wilson (Sunday)
- Border Collies
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