About Us

We are the oldest regional NAVHDA chapter, established May 10, 1972. Our committed members have been training their own dogs and helping new members learn to train dogs for years. Chapter members come from all walks of life and have varying levels of experience, from first time owners to seasoned handlers.  We are very lucky to have several NAVHDA judges and apprentice judges as members, who have a wealth of experience.

Meet our Leadership

President - Dave Burke

Vice President - Mike Giovanangelo

Secretary - Joel Hogendobler

Treasurer - Bill Birchfield

Director of Testing - Javier Arze

Director at Large - Dave Ellis

Director of Training - Mark Whalen

Director of Communications - Erik Raynes