Cornell Cooperative Extension Orange County’s 4-H Animal Science Program is offering their Dog Program both virtually and in-person this Spring.
Youth must be 8 years of age by 1/1/21 and working with a dog of at least 6 months of age to participate. Dogs must be vaccinated for rabies, distemper, and hepatitis.
This year, Orange County 4-H is asking for a donation to the Dog Program in place of the typical enrollment fee. Enrollment forms are available by contacting the Orange County 4-H office at 845-344-1234 and online by clicking here.
A Dog Obedience Virtual Orientation will be held on Monday, March 15th at 6:30 P.M. Attendance is mandatory for all participants and family members.
The first Monday Training Class will be held virtually on Monday, March 22nd. In-person classes will start on April 5th and run every Monday at 6:30 P.M. at Cornell Cooperative Extension Orange County’s Education Center & 4-H Park located at 300 Finchville Turnpike in Otisville, N.Y.
All dogs must be friendly and safely managed on a leash by youth. A copy of the dog’s vaccination records MUST be brought with them. Social distancing and masks are required for all participants and spectators.
The enrollment deadline is Friday, March 12th at 4:00 P.M. Click here to download the 2021 4-H Dog Program Registration Form!
For questions or assistance with registration you can call Carol at 845-344-1234 extension 243 or email Margaret Smith at mms426@cornell.edu.
Donations accepted in place of fee
Last updated March 2, 2021