The Gas City Dog Club holds many special events. Annual events and Monthly workshops. Please check this page for events that are of interest to you. Can't wait to see you at one of our great events!
Monthly workshops
Interested in taking the first step towards achieving Pet Partners Therapy Animal Registration?
The Pet Partners Handler Workshop (handlers only - the dogs can rest at home) is a requirement for registration.
Course completion may be on-line (cost of $80 US) or may be attended in-person with a follow up on-line knowledge check.
Animal not yet ready for a Team Evaluation? No problem, the Handler Course completion is valid for 2 years from the date on the certificate!
Pet Partners of Southern Alberta in partnership with Gas City Dog Club are pleased to present:
Pet Partners Handler Workshop
Registration with Pet Partners is mandatory to be able to access the on-line knowledge check following in-person attendance.
If you are interested in attending, please register on the pet partners website:
www.petpartners.org
Pet Partners is excited to announce the national search for the 2026 Pet of the Year. Now in its fifth year, this annual six-week fundraising competition runs from March 2 to April 13. Funds raised help support the recruitment, evaluation, and ongoing care of therapy animal teams for essential Pet Partners programs.
Pet Partners of Southern Alberta are pleased to present Nicole Stein and Finnegan who are competing in the 2026 fundraising campaign to name the "Pet Partners 2026 -Pet of the Year". The Pet of the Year contest is an annual fundraiser for Pet Partners and Nicole and Finnegan would appreciate your support in his campaign. The 2026 Pet of the Year title will be awarded to the pet whose team raises the most funds during the competition, with the winner announced on April 14 during a virtual celebration. Fabulous prizes include round-trip airline tickets for the winning pet and handler, media opportunities, pet products, and more. Additional Spotlight Awards and fundraising recognition will be given to celebrate teams at all levels. You can support Finnegan directly through his Facebook campaign https://www.facebook.-com/share/1Dn-FUJ25Py/?mibex-tid=wwXlfr.
You can also support Finnegan by shopping his PUPPERware PAWty! 25% of all sales will go towards his campaign The PAWty will close on March 10, 2026 The host rewards will all be raffled off to raise more funds for the campaign. You can place an order directly through the Party link and it will be shipped directly to you. Anyone in Canada can order! You can order directly through the website or Nicole can add your order to her party to save on shipping costs. It is recommended that any items on sale be ordered directly as they sell out quickly!
https://www.tupper-ware.ca?/twcld=CA-94000161937&wpld=4101898116
Handler Support Group (New in 2025)
Dates : TBD as the need is identified
Cost: $10.00 per session
A request has been received to establish a "Handler Support Group" to serve as a resource for handlers who are frustrated with canine behavioral issues or training struggles. This group was trialed in 2025 and had limited registrants so will now only be offered if the need is identified. If you feel this event would be helpful to you, please call Sterling at Gas City Dog Club 403-528-3647 (leave a message) or 403-526-6779
Furry Friends Food Foundation is a local, not for profit organization which assists those in our community who are struggling to afford pet food and supplies for their furry, family members.
Gas City Dog Club has made a commitment to make a monthly donation consisting or a portion of the proceeds from the "Drop-In" Classes and have established a donation box to facilitate donations from our members, students and visitors.
For more information about the Furry Friends Food Foundation, please visit their Facebook page.
In 2001, the Gas City Dog Club became incorporated as a “Not for Profit” organization under the Alberta Societies Act. This status means that no member of the club may benefit financially due to their club membership. The Gas City Dog Club is not a registered charity. Club members volunteer their time to provide classes, hold fundraisers for local pet organizations (such as the holiday Angel Tree), and host/participate in community events. Members also volunteer to make the Gas City Dog Club a more positive environment for everyone to enjoy.
Funds raised through club activities such as obedience classes and various drop-ins are utilized for:
