Warmer weather brings dock diving! Fenton, MI

Dock Diving: playing in the water with your dog.

Anxious for the warmer weather?

After the long hard winter, there’s now light at the end of the tunnel. Spring is in full swing, and we’re starting to get excited for summer fun!  The wither may have been reeking havoc on your dog’s mental health. All you know is they need to get out, but you’re not sure where to take them. We may have your answer: go dock diving!

What is dock diving?

Dock diving is the premier sport of canine aquatics! If your dog likes the water, this sport is for you. There are several games within this sport that your dog can run, jump, and splash into for a good time! The most common dock diving game dogs play is jumping for distance. In competition, the dog is judged based on where he lands in the water at the base of his tail.

My dog loves the water, could he do this?

Of course!  There are techniques that can be taught and learned in this sport, but the beauty of the game, is that any dog that loves water can come compete with little to no training.  As long as your dog jumps in without being pushed, and is 6 months or older, he can compete at any competition.  

How can I get involved?

Einstein Dog Training owns and operates Team Brinkman, which is located in Gaines, MI (by appointment only). Team Brinkman teaches private lessons, and has private rentals available, for dogs of all ages, breeds, and experience levels. Taking private lessons is a great opportunity to get your dog in the water, learn some technique, and ask questions about moving forward in the sport. The pool is a 50’ salt water pool, outdoors, with a 40’ wooden competition dock with turf.

What should I bring to a lesson?

You’ll want to bring water for you and your dog. A kennel for your dog to relax if you bring more than one dog. Your dog will need something to retrieve from the pool, you can throw anything that floats, isn’t edible, doesn’t dissolve, and has never been alive. You’ll probably also want to bring something to dry your dog off, and maybe even dry clothes for you as well!  This sport is a lot of fun, but you’ll probably get wet!

If you have questions about dock diving, or scheduling a private lesson, you can visit the dock diving section of our website or call 248-733-3776.