Intro to Harness Dog Sports (Amherst, NS)

🐾 Introduction to Harness Dog Sports – Join Us! 🐾
Hosted by the Moncton Dog Runners & Bordertown Harness Dogs

The Bordertown Harness Dogs are excited to host their first Introduction to Harness Dog Sports Clinic, supported by the experienced team at Moncton Dog Runners.

When: Sunday, October 26 at 9:00AM (weather permitting) - Includes a follow up session on Sunday November 16.

Location: Dickey Park, 132 East Pleasant st, Amherst.

Whether you’re curious about canicross, bikejoring, scootering, sledding, or cani-hiking, this beginner-friendly clinic will give you a solid foundation in harness dog sports. We always start on foot, as it’s the safest and most effective way to teach your dog new commands and teamwork.

What You’ll Learn:
You and your dog will begin working together as a team through fun, practical exercises like:
✔️ Starting and stopping in sync
✔️ Speeding up and slowing down
✔️ Passing others calmly and safely
✔️ Navigating distractions with focus
✔️ Learning basic directional cues

We'll also cover:
🦴 How harness gear works
📈 How to safely build mileage
⚠️ Key safety practices when working in harness

Gear:
We’ll have gear available to borrow during the session. To participate, you’ll need:
1️⃣ A properly fitted harness made for dog-powered sports
2️⃣ A canicross belt with a bungee line or a hands-free leash

Proper fit is crucial, and we’ll be there to help ensure your setup is comfortable and safe for both you and your dog.

Cost: $65 per person
Your registration includes:
✔️ Gear rental for the session
✔️ Follow up session in November
✔️ 2025 Maritime Association of Harness Dog Sports annual membership (June 2025 – May 2026)

Registration deadline: Friday, October 24 at 11:59 PM

Have questions? We’d love to hear from you - come learn, play, and discover how much fun teamwork in harness can be!

Can't make it to this one?

Register on our waitlist to be notified of any upcoming Intro session!

https://raceroster.com/events/2026/111683/mdr-intro-session-waitlist