Allison Skufca & Oakley Trainer & Handler // Agility Dog "After watching AKC competitions on TV, I had decided that I wanted to get involved in dog agility. I am a former athlete myself, playing soccer and basketball, and I train athletes as my full time job. I was lookin … read more

Andrea Tampusari & Kane Handler // Psychiatric Service Dog @andreatampusari1 "My dog Kane has been trained to be my psychiatric  service, migraine alert, and mobility dog. He has been the love of my life since we picked him up at 10 weeks old. He’s an English cream golden ret … read more

Mark Stape & Edie Trainer & Handler // AKC Agility Dog "This is Edie, our 4 year old Spanish Water Dog. We just received our invite to the AKC agility invitational as the #1 Spanish Water Dog for the second year in a row. We did not make the trip last year due to the pandemic. We a … read more

Andrea Minasian & Tempest Dog Handler // Agility Dog "Tempest (K-Hill Force of Nature) proudly wears her J&J Leather Slip Lead when she competes at her agility trials. At our most recent trial, we had wonderful success! Tempest earned four first place ribbons, completed two ti … read more

Cierra Garrison & Cody Dog Handler // Agility Dog "This is Cody. He’s a 3 year old Border Collie with a heart full of energy! My pup, Cody, and I have recently joined an awesome agility dog community only to realize how much he seems to love it. Not only flying through jumps an … read more

Dogs And Fireworks: How To Calm Your Dog During Fireworks Fourth of July weekend can be scary, hectic, and a sensory overload for your dog(s). While exciting for us humans, this is a holiday that from a dog's perspective, is pure chaos. Not only is your dog unfamiliar with the intense excitement o … read more

Cara Young & AriHandler // Working Dog@arithedutchie"Ari is a sweet, hardworking girl who is always ready to do her job. She loves to relax on the porch to cool down after a day full of working, training, and adventures."Their Gear: "Ari loves the K&H dog cot. Its elevated, so … read more

Lorie Allen & Morgan Dog Handler // Therapy Dog in Training "I first met Morgan when he was just 2 weeks old. I knew he was my special puppy because he was the only one who let me hold him and kiss his sweet face. He is now 8.5 months old and is becoming more consistent with his lea … read more

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Vicky Woodruff & Ellie Handler // Obedience & Rally Dog "I have struggled with a medical condition for over 12 years and it has limited and impacted my independence. When I got Ellie all I saw was another adorable golden retriever. After all, we have raised them for years and my goals w … read more

Heather Stark & Dublin Handler // Companion Dog "Dublin came to me after I had lost my service dog of 11 years. Although they were both the same Newfoundland breed, Dublin is very different from my first girl. Dublin came with heavy hair, a pedigree and more energy than I thoug … read more

Emily Kan & Willow Handler // Agility Dog @willow_thetoller "Willow is a 10-month old, female, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever. She loves to hike, do  agility, and explore different terrains off-leash. Because Willow lives such an active lifestyle, we continually work on … read more

Katie Kleven & Allie Trainer // Therapy Dog "When I first laid eyes on Allie, she backed away and barked ferociously. Her temporary foster mom slowly brought her closer and gave me a bag of treats. I was picking her up as my first foster dog. Taking it personally that she was b … read more

Kerry Amos & James Handler // Tracking Dog @blackwhiteandlily"James is learning AKC Tracking. I have a service dog to mitigate my disabilities, but that doesn’t mean James can’t have a job too. This activity is something we can do as a team to rebuild our relationship."Their Gear: "Dal … read more

Ben Balser & Luna Belle Dog Trainer // Companion & Working Dog "I used to co-run a dog training business, but things have changed. I have lost two GSDs dealt with a very bad personal situation (outside of my control), which caused me to lose a lot in my life. I found Luna Belle at a she … read more

Portia Purfey & Chaka Jr. Handler // Agility Dog @3hillcountryhounds"Chaka is a 2 year old Miniature American Shepherd and Border Collie cross. He is my Novice A dog and I am his Junior Handler.He was a COVID puppy and has faced some challenges because of it. But, this past June Cha … read more

Elizabeth Hirs & NutmegHandler & Trainer // Therapy & Agility Dog@nutmegandhennessy"Nutmeg is a red merle Australian Shepherd, with his majestically floofy tail, and he’s my heart dog. I put huge amounts of time and research into finding the right breed for my lifestyle and go … read more

Trina Copeland with Aurora & Alena4-H Dog Project Leader // Competition & Therapy Dogs"I have been a 4-H Dog Project leader for 22 years. My two children both showed in 4-H Dog Project all ten years that they participated, and both won many awards at the State Fair Dog Show. My son was very … read more

Maria Schaal & Birdie Lou Dog Trainer // Competition Dog "GCHB CH Chrishelle's Spectre CD BN RE MH "Birdie Lou" is a 3-year-old German Shorthaired Pointer, who is a gentle "old soul." She is partially retired from AKC Conformation after earning her Bronze Championship (GCHB) with a Spo … read more

Keara Richardson & Steele Dog Trainer // Competition & Service Dog @Mister_Steele_Your_Girl "Steele is my task trained service dog, helping me get though life everyday. I couldn’t live as freely as I do, without him. He is my best friend and soulmate, in dog form. I am a … read more

Robin Korotki & Hero Handler // Competition & Therapy Dog "Hero is a 5 year old Bernese Mountain dog. He excels in obedience and rally obedience and had recently started agility, carting and tracking. He was the number one Bernese in the country for rally and … read more

Mary Siero w/ Rudy Jr. & Ricky BobbyHandler // Obedience Competitors"Rudy Junior (white) and Ricky Bobby were both adopted after being found as strays. They are really enjoying their new lives exploring the world of obedience trials. Rudy Junior was born deaf so having a hearing br … read more

Judy Cherry & Fauna Handler // Competition & Therapy Dog "I adopted Fauna in 2011. I was looking for a couch potato, but I got a live wire. Never had experience with dog training before, so I found a fabulous trainer who taught by positive methods. In doing so, she recognized this little … read more

Brooke Pogue w/ Aniyu, Karma & Eva Handler & Trainer // Competition Dogs @coloradoadventuredogs "Meet Aniyu, Karma & Eva. My three best friends. Aniyu is my 7 month old Border Collie that is excelling in everything thrown at her. Karma is my retired 10 year old Border Colli … read more

Tif Holmes w/ Japhy & Hazel Handler & Trainer // Trail Dogs@lovedogs.blog "Dogs have been a huge part of my life since I was a kid. Specifically Pitbull-type dogs. When I decided to get my first dog as an adult, I adopted a Boxer because I thought that was the closest thing to a Pitbull, … read more

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Annie Harris & Dobby Handler // Rescue & Competition Dog "I am Dobby’s 3rd rescue home after he was dumped by the side of the road with pneumonia at roughly 6 weeks old. A Good Samaritan saw him get dumped, and so they stopped. Initially they believed he was dead, but he whi … read more

Diana Stromley & Ryn Handler & Breeder // Competition & Assistance Dog "Ryn came to me in a rather strange way. Knowing that I was going to loose my very old English Cocker Spaniel (a pup from my last litter as a breeder and exhibitor) and my Gordon Setter on the same d … read more

Cynthia Andresen & BranwenHandler & Trainer // Service & Therapy Dogs"I am legally blind and have been all my life. In 1980 I met two dog trainers who encouraged me to get a dog. After some thought, I ended up choosing to get a sheltie, which subsequently opened the doors for me to … read more

Sandra Owen & Teufel Handler // Competition & Therapy Dog @giantschnauzerteufel "My fun-loving working line Giant Schnauzer will be 2 years old this week, on September 2nd. He is a Therapy Dog that also competes; having titles in Obedience, Rally. Barn Hunt, Fast CAT … read more

Kari Trexler & BeauHandler // Foster Dog & Companion "I wasn’t planning on getting a dog when I did. But, as my best friend started fostering puppies I knew I would end up with one. I adopted the first puppy she fostered. Beau was 6 months old, had been returned to the rescue, waiting f … read more

Marie Donahue & Pyxis Trainer & Handler // AKC Sport Dog & Trick Dog "Meet Pyxis. She is my 10 month old Russian Toy. Even at her young age, she has already earned 16 titles in AKC and DMWYD Trick Dogs and AKC, C-Wags and CPE Scent work, and Barn hunt. She is the only Russian … read more

Linda Kriegel & Midge Trainer // Obedience & Agility "Midge was born in April of 2020, right in the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic. Due to all the restrictions, she was not able to get out and about as much as we would have liked. "Puppy school" classes were not an option, but rem … read more

Maggie Pogue & Clare Breeder & Trainer // Agility, Rally & Obedience, & Trick Dog "Clare comes from a long line of dogs that l have bred over the years. In fact, she is part of a 5th generation litter with my kennel name on them. Clare is also my "Novice A" dog, which … read more

Mary with Ruddell & Lacy Trainer & Handler // Rally Dogs "Rudy and Lacy enjoy competing in Rally events, and are working toward their RACH. They like to practice their jumping with the portable and easy to handle J&J Jump Set. Both are working toward th … read more

Sara Carson with Hawkeye & Marvel Trainer & Handler // Trick Dogs @thesupercollies While the average dog owner may train their dogs to do simple tasks like sit, stay, lay down, heel, shake, and speak, Sara Carson never looked at dog training in that way. And, after years of exper … read more

Justine Sahli & Ruthie Trainer & Handler // Competition & Therapy Dog "As a dog trainer with physical challenges, I really wanted and needed a smart dog, but I wasn’t prepared for a Champion Trick Dog! J&J helped make that happen! Ruthie, AKC name: Justine’s Jillaroo Bor … read more

Carol Lawrence & Echo Trainer & Handler // Competition Dog "Echo is my “A” dog and he is a true character. We both ventured into agility training, obedience work, rally, dock diving and scent work about 2 years ago. J&J Dog Supplies has always had e … read more

Kristina Frost & Nova Trainer & Handler // Rally & Obedience "Nova is a Jack Russel mix, meaning she is very hyperactive, but also intelligent. At an early age she started to show signs of being territorial, possessive, and protective of our home and yard. So when a baby came alon … read more

Kevin & Hauss Trainer & Handler // Companion Dog "Until you have a dog, it is hard to comprehend the meaning of man’s best friend. To me though, that’s exactly what my dog is. Hauss came to me as a neighborhood rescue, no one was quite sure of his birthday or breed. Regar … read more

Linda Gould & Blue Trainer & Handler // Competition Dog (Trick Dog, Rally/Obedience, & Agility) "About 20 years ago I dabbled in Agility with another Aussie I had. We never technically competed, and then I moved and life got in the way. That dog has since passed, years a … read more

Desirae Leach & Lola Trainer & Handler // Service & Therapy Dog @dzsmg4 "Lola is the "grandpuppy" of my mother's mixed terrier (my mother also raised the parents). She was born November 2nd, 2019. At the time I had no interest in adding the responsibility of a dog to my daily r … read more

Monica Gray & Buddy Handler & Trainer // Obedience & Utility "I use your unpainted  wooden ring gates every day in my front yard to work with, play with, and train Buddy. He just turned 8 yrs old and truly is my best friend. I have been handicapped since I got Buddy and … read more

Mary Beville & EmmaHandler // Companion & Working Dog "Emma came to us as a puppy, with the intention of being a companion to our rescue, Frankie. Both are large fluff balls, aka Newfoundland's. Although Emma was acquired to be more of a companion to Frankie, she has become th … read more

Jenny Higgins & Grace Trainer & Handler // Obedience & Agility Dog @lvenyr "Grace is my third Aussie. She was added to my family after the sudden loss of my 10 year old Aussie, whom died from a hemoabdomen liver mass. My first two participated in Agility,  … read more

Jaime Simpson & Echo Trainer & Handler // Service & Therapy Dog @embracingecho "Echo is my seizure and medical alert  service dog! He alerts to seizures before they even happen so that I can take emergency medication and find a safe place. He also alerts for other med … read more

Suzie Hayes & Akira Trainer & Handler // Rally & Obedience @derpy.duo "When we got Akira at 6.5 months old, off of a rehoming post on Facebook, we weren’t really looking for a sport dog. We just wanted another Husky, as we love high energy breeds and they match our lifes … read more

Michele Kennedy & Stella Handler // Obedience Trained & Emotional Support Dog "Having always had dogs, it was a strange feeling not having one for a few years. But, nearly 9 years ago, my husband and I decided to reach out to a breeder that we trusted from years prior. AKC certified and … read more

Jose Rodriguez & Eichler Handler & Trainer // Competition Dog "Daveren’s Wolfgang Von Eichler CD RM RAE CAA DCAT SCN SIN SBN RATN CGCA TKN VHM VGPX, our boy Eichler, is a German Pinscher taking full advantage of all the great performance events now offered by national kennel club … read more

Cheryl Fisher & PetraNon-Profit Organizer & Trainer // Service Dog "I belong to an organization that considers service dogs so important that it is our international project. I began looking into the availability of service dogs in my home state, and was appalled to learn how far aw … read more