Wayne County 4-H Dog Program

March 29, 2025 - June 14, 2025 Dates and Times vary, please see more information for correct dates and times of program.

Club meetings take place at Full Circle Resale Shop (17006 Mack Ave, Grosse Pointe Park, MI 48230) and Training Sessions take place at Sportsmen’s Dog Training Club of Detroit (1930 Tobsal Ct, Warren, MI 48091)

Contact: Ashleigh Klein

This project is for youth ages 8-19, who are interested in learning
more about dogs, how to care for a dog, and how to train a dog in
basic or advanced commands. Any kind of dog may be used in
this unique project, which is not designed to conform to the
American Kennel Club or other organization standards. Members
without dogs may wish to participate in quiz bowls, educational
sessions, and other activities that do not require dog ownership.

4-H Dog Project Inspires Youth To:
• Learn what kind of dog would be best for you and your family
• Learn basic K-9 care, handling, and management
• Learn about goal setting
• Evaluate project with leader
• Learn how to keep records
• Learn how to assume responsibility
• Obedience training
• Gain knowledge of sound management practices
• Develop sportsmanship
• Develop public speaking skills
• Explore dog related careers

March 1: First Club Meeting 12pm at
Full Circle Resale Shop (17006 Mack
Ave, Grosse Pointe Park, MI 48230)

March 15: First Dog Training Session
1pm at Sportsmen’s Dog Training Club
of Detroit (1930 Tobsal Ct, Warren, MI
48091)

March 29: Dog Training Session 2
1pm at Sportsmen’s Dog Training Club
of Detroit (1930 Tobsal Ct, Warren, MI
48091)

April 5: Club meeting 12pm at
Full Circle Resale Shop (17006 Mack
Ave, Grosse Pointe Park, MI 48230)

April 12: Dog Training Session 3 
1pm at Sportsmen’s Dog Training Club
of Detroit (1930 Tobsal Ct, Warren, MI
48091)

April 26: Dog Training Session 4
1pm at Sportsmen’s Dog Training Club
of Detroit (1930 Tobsal Ct, Warren, MI
48091)

May 3: Club Meeting 12pm at
Full Circle Resale Shop (17006 Mack
Ave, Grosse Pointe Park, MI 48230)

May Dog Training sessions 5 &6 dates TBD
1pm at Sportsmen’s Dog Training Club
of Detroit (1930 Tobsal Ct, Warren, MI
48091)

June 7: Club Meeting 12pm at
Full Circle Resale Shop (17006 Mack
Ave, Grosse Pointe Park, MI 48230)

June 14: Dog Showcase and Awards 12pm (location TBD)

To register for the club please contact club leader Wendy Jerome (jewe0011@umn.edu) 

 

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