Maryland Expo
Schedule of Events – 2020
Please check back as we update for 2020. Thank you.
- Friday, January 24 -
Main Arena
2:30PM
National Anthem / Dock Dogs Ongoing Big Air Wave 1
3:30PM
Dock Dogs Big Air Wave 2
5:30PM
Dock Dogs Extreme Vertical Wave 1
North Hall Clinician Demo Arena
3:00PM
Bird Whisperer, Jesse James
Watch Jesse transform difficult parrots using his TLC methods. This is a free demo, see info on his workshop here.
4:00PM
“Pit Boss” – Shorty Rossi: Breed Awareness, BSL and Animal Rights
5:00PM
Johnny Peers Muttville Comix
The funniest dog act on the planet.
6:00PM
Keller’s Cause Presents – Impaired? Who cares!
Come join the dogs of Keller’s Cause. Learn what makes our dogs so special, and experience blind and deaf dogs performing amazing tricks!
- Saturday, January 25 -
Main Arena
10:30AM
National Anthem / Dock Dogs Ongoing Big Air Wave 3
11:00AM
Dock Dogs Big Air Wave 4
1:00PM
Dock Dogs Big Air Wave 5
3:00PM
Dock Dogs Big Air Wave 6
5:30PM
Dock Dogs Extreme Vertical Wave 2
North Hall Clinician Demo Arena
11:00AM
Johnny Peers Muttville Comix
The funniest dog act on the planet.
12:00PM
100.7 The Bay’s ‘top pet’
Think you have what it takes to be 100.7 The Bay’s 'top pet' in town? Compete in the Pet & Owner Talent and Beauty Contest. Open to all pets of all kinds. Prizes too! Click here for more info.
2:00PM
Johnny Peers Muttville Comix
The funniest dog act on the planet.
3:00PM
Take The Lead, Not the Tail – Sit, Down, Stay – Chelsea Whitaker
This will be an interactive session where Chelsea will take dogs directly out of the audience and train them and their owners right in front of your eyes on relatable issues like jumping on people, loose leash walking, etc.
4:00PM
Keller’s Cause Presents – Impaired? Who cares!
Come join the dogs of Keller’s Cause. Learn what makes our dogs so special, and experience blind and deaf dogs performing amazing tricks!
5:00PM
Johnny Peers Muttville Comix
The funniest dog act on the planet.
Seminar Hall
11:00AM
Bird Whisperer, Jesse James
Watch Jesse transform difficult parrots using his TLC methods. This is a free demo, see info on his workshop here.
12:00PM
Heart Worm & Flea Prevention: Cheri Rice, MDVTA
The importance of heart worm prevention and flea & tick prevention for your pets.
1:00PM
Aggression in Dogs: Michael J Soler, Master Dog Trainer
Michael will be going over types of aggression seen in dogs how to help identify them and steps to working with them.
2:00PM
Breed Awareness, BSL and Animal Rights: “Pit Boss” – Shorty Rossi
Learn everything about promoting breed awareness for the pit bull/bully type breed. Learn how to fight BSL (breed specific legislation) and fight for animal rights.
3:00PM
The Power of Animals in the Classroom: Becci Armentrout-Hawks Hollow Farm/Baltimore City Schools
Animals motivate and provide great therapeutic value for students and teachers in the classroom.
4:00PM
Happy Walkies! : Sally Morgan, PT CST
Do you have trouble walking your dog because he pulls on the leash? Do you want to know if your dog's collar fits properly? Learn how your dog's physical balance can affect her emotional balance for a happier walk for both of you. If you need help walking your dog, find out which equipment is the best for your dog's needs. Sally will demonstrate some effective techniques with dogs from the audience.
5:00PM
Urinary Tract Disease in Pets: Judy Morgan DVM,CVA, CVCP, CVFT
Are veterinary prescription diets the only solution? Learn how to help prevent crystals, infection, stones and kidney disease.
- Sunday, January 26 -
Main Arena
10:30AM
National Anthem / Dock Dogs Ongoing Speed Retrieval Wave
11:00AM
Dock Dogs Big Air Wave 7
1:00PM
Dock Dogs Big Air Wave 8
4:00PM
Dock Dogs Big Air Finals
North Hall Clinician Demo Arena
11:00AM
Bird Whisperer, Jesse James
Watch Jesse transform difficult parrots using his TLC methods.
12:00PM
Johnny Peers Muttville Comix
The funniest dog act on the planet.
1:00PM
Take the Lead, Not the Tail – Sit, Down, Stay: Chelsea Whitaker
This will be an interactive session where Chelsea will take dogs directly out of the audience and train them and their owners right in front of your eyes on relatable issues like jumping on people, loose leash walking, etc.
2:00PM
K9 Koncepts
Obedience, protection and handicap assistance demo
3:00PM
Johnny Peers Muttville Comix
The funniest dog act on the planet.
Seminar Hall
11:00AM
Fun with Horses, for Kids!: Nicky Wetzelberger, Days End Farm Horse Rescue
Interactive Activities to Learn about Horses
12:00PM
Turning Back Time: Judy Morgan DVM,CVA, CVCP, CVFT
The average life expectancy of a medium sized dog was 17 years in the 1970's. That has decreased to 10 years. What can you do to help your pet live longer?
1:00PM
Leash Control and Understanding Your Dog: Michael J Soler, Master Dog Trainer/Behaviorist of Blue Line K-9 and Best Friends Fur Ever
Michael will be going over how important the leash really is. A direct connection to your dog and allows multiple levels of communication when used properly.
2:00PM
Everything You Need to Know About Service & Emotional Support Animals: “Pit Boss” – Shorty Rossi
Educate yourself of what Service Animals and Emotional Support are for and what you need to know as an individual person or business owner.
3:00PM
Massage My Dog? You’ve Got to be Kidding: Skye Anderson, MS
Learn the benefits of canine massage on your normal, healthy dog: where, when and when NOT to massage. You will practice massage strokes and be talked through a massage on your dog, neighbor, or stuffed animal!
Big Air Wave – The Long Jump for Dogs and the most popular of the three disciplines. The dog has up to 40’ of dock to build up
speed and jump as far as they can. Distance is measured where the tail meets the body.
Extreme Vertical Wave – The High Jump for Dogs. The dog is allowed 20’ of the dock to run and jump for the bumper, which is
hung 8’ away from the dock at a height starting at 5’.
Speed Retrieve Wave – The Sprint for Dogs. They run 20’ down the dock, jump big, and swim as fast as they can to grab the duck
while being timed.
World of Pets Expo
