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Milwaukee Dog's Flyball is a division of the Milwaukee Dog Training Club (MDTC). MDTC offers beginning flyball class and has teams comprised of both mixed and purbred dogs. Our teams travel around the Midwest to compete in tournaments.
All members of our flyball team are also members of MDTX. The training requirements held by the club apply to its flyball division. Our flyball teams compete monthly (approximately) in both NAFA and U-FLI tournaments, and practice weekly at the indoor club building at 333 N. 25th Street (St Paul) in Milwaukee. We also do demonstrations for various community and dog-related events.
Our training is led by volunteer instructors with team captains chosen for each tournament. We offer beginning, intermediate and tournament-ready level training for all dogs and handlers that show enthusiasm for the exciting sport of flyball. Our main objective is to have fun while training our dogs and to enjoy and participate fully in the team aspect of the sport of flyball. Stop by any time to watch practice, meet the team and ask questions. |
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Click here to see our Tournament Results |
Learn more about our Flyball Team:
Active Team : In Training Team : Retired : In Memory
Team Records : Tournament Results : Photogallery of Tournaments : Calendar of Events : Team Guidelines (PDF) |
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Flyball News and Events |
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Jersey (link to bio) – U-FLI Top Flight. Henry, IL Sept. 2011
Satch (link to bio) - U-FLI Top Flight, Top Flight I, Topflight II. Henry, IL Sept 2011
Oscar – (link to bio) - U-FLI Top Flight, Top Flight I, Top Flight II. Henry, IL Sept 2011
Sydney Willems – U-FLI Novice Junior Award of Merit Henry, IL Sept 2011
What does that title mean?
LEARN MORE about Flyball titles each dog receives when racing in tournaments.
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Beginning Class
Milwaukee Dog Training Club’s (MDTC) starts a new beginner flyball class every January. This class is limited to 10 dogs and open to MDTC current and prospective members.
Flyball skills such as the swimmer’s turn, go out to the box and the return are broken down into small steps which can be taught independent of one another. As the beginner dogs gains confidence in these skills they are slowly brought together to build a fast confident full flyball run. The dogs will also play games intended to increase drive, body awareness and to enhance their working relationship with their handler.
Most dogs will be ready to advance to the intermediate level of training after about 3 –6 months in this class. [MORE]
Intermediate Class
Dogs enrolled in MDTC Beginning Flyball Classes are typically ready to advance to the intermediate level after 3 – 6 months of training. Enrollment is open at any time for dogs with skills consistent with the learning objectives of our Beginning Class including dogs who have trained outside of MDTC. [MORE]
Team Training / Practice
MDTC’s competitive flyball team practices weekly and competes about once a month. Practices consist of working on improving dog/handler individual skills and practicing full line-ups in preparation for tournaments. Feel free to drop by during practice some time to learn more and see our dogs in action.
Class Times
Both the Intermediate Class and Team Practice are held from 6:30 - 8:00 on Tuesdays. When a Beginning Class is not in session (approx. June – December) this session time extends to 9:00 p.m.
Location
All flyball classes and practices take place at our indoor training facility.
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January 10 - Open House
Thinking about giving flyball a try? Learn more about the sport of flyball and how you and your dog can get involved by joining the Milwaukee Dogs “Great Balls of Fur” on Tuesday January 10th beginning at 7 p.m. for an Open House. You will receive an introduction to the sport including racing & training demonstrations, plenty of time for questions and answers and refreshments will be provided. All members and non-members are welcome. No dogs please.
January 17- Tryouts
Milwaukee Dog Training Club’s (MDTC) will start a new beginner flyball class on January 24, 2012. (link to Beginner Class Description). Dogs must be evaluated through the try-out process prior to admission to the class. Pre-registration for Try-outs is required. Please review the beginner class requirements before registering (link to Requirements)
Register at the Open House (Jan. 10th) or via e-mail (flyball@milwaukeedog.com). Provide your name, dog’s name, membership status and e-mail address. Bring small extra-yummy treats and a super favorite toy. Dogs should be on a six-foot leash and wearing a flat, regular collar.
January 24
A Beginning Flyball Class with start on January 24th for dogs having met the class requirements via the try-out process. (Link to Beginning Class)
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What Is Flyball?
Flyball is a sport for all dogs, as any breeds (including mixes) are welcome. Size simply doesn't matter, although small dogs are highly desired!
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Great Flyball Clips from U-FLI National 2008 |
Flyball Organizations
North American Flyball Association (NAFA) The oldest and most established flyball association in North America, NAFA boasts over 400 active clubs. NAFA sets the standards for Flyball competition throughout the world.
U-FLI The United Flyball League International is also a major flyball sanctioning organization in the US. Founded in 2004, U-FLI focuses on maintaining the fun, family-friendly atmosphere of the dog sport of flyball.
FLYBALL LINKS:
For more information on the sport of flyball check out the following websites:
Flyball Dogs Home Page : NAFA (North American Flyball Association) : U-Fli : i-flyball.com : Flyball on Wikipedia : How to Create a Motivating Tug :