Hosted by the Humane Society of McDonough County. Join in for an afternoon of expert presentations designed to help both new and current dog owners expand their dog care skills.
Schedule:
12:30 PM – Doors and Vendor Booths Open
1:00 PM – Considerations when Bringing a New Dog Home and Crate Training
Presenter: Allie Fekete, The Nerdy Dog Trainer (Hannibal, MO)
2:00 PM – Working Dog Breeds and Special Considerations: Police K-9 Demonstration
Presenter: Officer Aric Cremer and the Macomb, IL Police K-9 Unit
3:00 PM – Canine First Aid and Planning
Presenter: Sarah Zinger, Nationally Certified Canine Massage Therapist, Black Dog Canine Massage (Davenport, IA)
4:00 PM – Leash Training and Respecting Dogs in Public Spaces
Presenter: Brian Wilson, Wilson’s Dog Training (Cuba, IL)
This event is free and open to the public.
Sunday Oct 5, 2025
Western Illinois University
WIU Recreation Center
1001 W. University Drive
Macomb, IL
Free