March Newsletter

Work Wednesday with Onyx

We got a shot of this beautiful pup at Boot Camp working on the bowl.

We wanted to mention that Julie Braun will be taking over on Thursdays Boot Camp as trainer. Congratulations 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.

A flyer advertising the upcoming Get Rattled event in Las Vegas to train dogs on avoiding snakes. There's a QR code for registration in the upper right corner

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.

AKC Titled Trick Class

Friday 3/16/2026 – 4/6/2026 at 7:30 p.m.
Four sessions of one-hour lessons
Rancho Main Training Center with Angel Lourenco

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.

Norco, CA NADAC Events List

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

🐾 March 13-15, 2026 → CLICK HERE

🐾 May 1-3, 2026

🐾 June 5-7, 2026

🐾 November 20-22, 2026

The March NADAC trial in Norco is in a few days. There is still time to enter. Our Judge will be Daniel Edwards – Gold River, Calif. We are offering lunch to everyone, donations are welcome. Let us know if you can help at the trial. We always need and appreciate volunteers. We can’t wait to see you at the trial.

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.

A puppy social doesn’t always mean playing with others sometimes it’s just something you have never seen before.

KinderPuppy classes starting in April

For puppies up to six months old

One class starts Saturday, April 4, 2026 at 11 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.

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Boot Camp walking

“Working on some leash work with Brodie. Brodie is an official “wiggle worm”…he never stops moving. So we are working on just being calm overall. Sits when we stop and walking in a straight line.  He also has to taste test every treat first to make sure they aren’t poison…so he spits them out on the ground and then eats them from there 😅. He’s come a LONG way since starting with me. He has a lot of stranger danger but now we are BESTIES.” — Julie

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

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

Nail Trims are cash only. The upcoming nail trims will be March 5, March 19, and April 2 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.