SpecialEvents

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

Pet Partners of Southern Alberta Handler Workshop

August 23, 2025

Pet Partners of Southern Alberta Handler Workshop

 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                                                                                            

Date: Saturday, August 23, 2025
Time: 9 AM - 5 PM (Lunch Provided)
Location: Gas City Dog Club
821 Industrial Ave SE, Medicine Hat
                                                                      Cost: No charge

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

Rally Obedience Fun Day

June 28, 2025

Rally Obedience Fun Day

Gas City Dog Club

                        Hosted a

Rally Obedience Fun Day

on Saturday, June 28 from 10 - 12 Noon

in the Outdoor Training Area

            Gas City Dog Club

             821 Industrial Ave SE Medicine Hat

Special Thanks to

  • Mike Quinn for helping to set up the course
  • Jo Abbey who assisted with timekeeping
  • Participants who came and enjoyed trying out the course
  • Enthusiastic observers who cheered every team on!
  • Participants who helped with clean up at the end of the event

A fun time was had by all who attended!

Handler Support Group

This event will be scheduled as the demand requires

Handler Support Group

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

Fundraiser for Furry Friends Food Foundation

Ongoing

Fundraiser for Furry Friends Food Foundation

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.

Non-Profit Status

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: