April News

AKC Titled Trick Class

Monday 4/20/2026 – 5/11/2026 at 6:30 p.m.
4 sessions of 1 hour lessons
Rancho Main Training Center with Angel 

SIGN UP HERE

The AKC “Trick Dog” is a title event sponsored by AKC. Each dog will perform 10 tricks of their choice to earn a Novice Title. Once the dog has earned a Novice Title, they may advance to Intermediate, Advanced, and Trick Dog Performer. Dogs should know basic obedience commands**
This class is fun and mentally stimulating that both you and your pup will enjoy. In this class, your dog will learn a trick a week or more. By the end of this course your dog could be the show stopper at your next get together!
Paperwork can be submitted to AKC with a fee for a Trick Dog Title.

We are sorry about the error for this listing in last months Paw Prints.

A group shot of all the people that worked on the SmartyPaws March 2026 NADAC Trial

Dinner with Our Judges and Workers

We want to thank our wonderful judges and all of our workers and friends. We wouldn’t be able to have a trial without all of you. What a great time!

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Check out our Paw Prints Newsletter for more March 2026 NADAC Trial pics!

Norco, CA NADAC Events List

We will have more NADAC premiums up soon. Mark your calendars.

🐾 May 1-3, 2026

🐾 June 5-7, 2026

🐾 November 20-22, 2026

The echo satisfies the Basic Cardiac OFA.  A signed OFA form will be provided once the echo and auscultation are performed.

Sometimes We Need Behavior Modification

“This is Pepper the Great Dane and she’s currently in our behavior modification program. She struggles with severe dog/human reactivity, to the point where she’s redirected onto others…hence why we have her in a muzzle.” — Julie

Boot Camp and Daycare is available M-F 7am-6pm. Please see our website for full details on Boot Camp.

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Barn Hunt Fun Test

We are going to hold a mock Barn Hunt Trial on May 2 and 3. It doesn’t count to your titles, it’s just for fun to get a feel for a trial atmosphere. We are adding Crazy 8s runs, they are so much fun. It opens March 30, you can sign up HERE. Let us know if you have questions.

Indoor Barn Hunt Classes on calendar

Drop-in classes for Barn Hunt have been added to the calendar, drop-in fee is $45. Private lessons are now available also. You can sign up online or email us to get signed up It’s $50 for 30 minutes.

Check our calendar. Please see our website for full details on our classes.

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Upcoming Smarty Paws Rat Pack events

Our Barn Hunt Trials fill very fast. If you are interested make sure to get signed up early. Check back for the premiums soon.

🐾 Las Vegas Trial Apr. 3-5, 2026 (approved)

The trial location has been changed to 4175 N. Rancho Dr., Suite #120, Las Vegas, NV 89130
We can’t wait to see you there.

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Congratulations to Our Recent Graduates

“Congrats to these basic level 1 students. They worked hard to make it through their first 6 weeks! They are on to level 2!“ — Julie

Check our calendar for Obedience classes. Please see our website for full details on Obedience Classes.

KinderPuppy Classes Starting in May

For puppies up to six months old

One class starts Sunday, May 17, 2026 at 8:30 a.m.
Give your puppy the best start with our KinderPuppy class! This class lays the foundation for your pup to become a well-mannered companion both at home and in public — including visits to the groomer or vet.

What your puppy will learn:

  • Basic commands: sit, down, come, stay
  • Leash walking, puppy retrieves, stand for exam
  • Petting by strangers, recall games, and more!

Important: Attendance at the first two classes is required.

We’ll also cover essential topics like:

  • House training and crate training
  • Chewing, biting, and jumping
  • Handling and socializing
  • Addressing individual family/puppy needs

Have questions? Call the office for availability and more info.

Puppy Social Hour Makes a Big Difference

Something else we can’t recommend enough are the Puppy Social Hour. This is just a one hour social meeting. We offer these social hours every other week. In March they are the 7th and 21st. These classes are so good for puppies. You can sign-up right on the calendar HERE.

Doctor Sidney Carter

Dr. Carter on Thursday

Dr. Carter is at SmartyPaws all day Thursday he will be in the new auxiliary building from 8 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. The suite right next door to the old place at 4175 N. Rancho Dr., Suite #120, Las Vegas, NV 89130. Chiropractic care can make a difference in animals of all sizes. Call his office, Las Vegas Animal Chiropractic, if you have any questions or to set up your initial visit at 702-703-1866, or visit his website at LasVegasAnimalChiro.com. Clinic is by appointment only for established clients.

Nail Trims Are Cash Only

The upcoming nail trims will be April 2, 16 and 30 from 10:30-11:30 am. When you arrive stop at the curb by the door and we will get you in the que; after we get you on the que then you can go ahead and park your car we will come out to get your dog. $10 and up per dog.