K9 Social Summit is the first socially focused event to build pack mentality amongst the K9 community, networking opportunities, and create interpersonal exposure while welcoming aspiring or experienced K9 professionals and dog owners alike.
Have you wanted to learn more about the K9 world? Are you an experienced handler, trainer or a dog owner craving to learn how professionals “do dogs”?
Brush shoulders with the greats of the K9 community, kindle new beneficial relationships, network, and learn in an inclusive environment. Watch exciting demos and participate with your dog in fun competitions that will challenge you and your dog! All levels of experience (or even none) welcomed to join!
The event will include classes focusing on building brilliance in the basics, demos, fun competitions, K9 meet and greets, vendors and a Networking Night. Training in obedience, tracking, nose work and detection, nutrition and more! LEO/MWD only will train in the Live Fire Range training course.
General Schedule DAILY CHECK IN REQUIRED
March 15 7:30 AM to 6 PM EST
March 16 8 AM to 6 PM EST
March 17 8 AM to 6 PM EST
March 18 8 AM to 5 PM EST open to the public
March 18 networking night 6 PM to 10 PM up to the public – free
March 19 9 AM to 4 PM EST
Sawmill Training Complex
8524 Neely Ferry Rd.,
Lawrence, SC 29360
If purchasing spectator attendee tickets please note participation in some activities, one on one and small group training may require extra fees.
K9 Social Summit recommends
– recommend wearing long sleeve shirts/pants due to what environment
– ensure dogs are up-to-date on flea/tick medication
– dog should be up-to-date on all vaccinations
– bring sunscreen/bug spray
– water bowls for dog (water is provided for dogs)
– water bottle for you (tap water available, water bottles available for purchase)
-determine your launching accommodations ASAP, choices are limited. Check hotel location distance prior to booking
– if attending as a spectator, be aware of the closest restaurants and stores are approximately 30 minutes away. On site mail package available through K9 Social Summit for $90, includes five meals. Last date of purchase is March 1, 2023 no exceptions or refunds on meal package.
Email K9 Social Summit with any questions k9socialsummit@gmail.com
