Come to Woofstock for a day of fun and excitement for you and your dog. Woofstock as an annual event held in Balboa Park to benefit Canine Campanions for Independence. This event features Flyball Racing, Disc Dogs, a Fun Dog Walk, Dog Contests, and a multitude of Dog Activities. Here is the best opportunity for you to shop for dog related supplies with over thirty vendors which can supply you with the latest and greatest dog toys and items. Of course, there is human food as well as dog treats and some great performances by talented dogs and handlers. If you have a dog, you don’t want to miss this Saturday’s event at beautiful Balboa Park from 10 to 3 on April 10th. It’s fun, an outing for you and your dog, and goes to benefit a great cause, CCI (Canine Companions for Independence.
April 5, 2010
February 21, 2010
Meet the Speed- Chloe
Posted by Brian and Joanne under Meet The Speed | Tags: Australian shepherds, Flyball |[6] Comments
By Ashley
Chloe came for a breeder in Hemet, Calif. Chloe was eight weeks old when I got her. She is an Australian Sheppard who loves to play fetch. Chloe gets really excited when she knows it is flyball time. She is very athletic and a very devoted dog. She was very shy when meeting new dogs, but since she started flyball she gets excited when she sees other dogs. Chloe loves being with the other dogs now. When she runs she has a giddy up in her run. She is a very happy dog who gives it her best when it comes to flyball.
February 21, 2010
Meet the Speed- Dennis
Posted by Brian and Joanne under Meet The Speed | Tags: Flyball, vizslas |[4] Comments
by Kelly
Dennis was an abandoned and neglected vizsla, who was nursed back to health by Kelly, and her husband Jim, a little over two years ago. The vet ballparked his age as between one and two years old at the time.
Flyball has helped Dennis continue his healing journey. He has gained a confidence that he did not have before. Initially he was super afraid of the flyball box, and approached it like he was being asked to remove a ticking grenade from it. He would “suck” the ball out of the hole, ever so careful not to touch the box, lest he touch and trigger the box. Eventually he learned that he could earn treats by touching the box, and it was at this point that he decided the box was not his enemy, but a slot machine that would dispense yummy chicken treats if he could just find the right place to touch. He would stand with his front feet on top of the box, touching it with his nose, tapping it with his foot, even checking behind it for a secret button, much like an addicted canine gambler at a slot machine!
Nowadays, Dennis has no trouble at all getting on that box and whizzing back with the ball. He has even earned himself a few flyball titles!
February 7, 2010
Rescue Pups Become Flyball Stars
Posted by Brian and Joanne under Team Members | Tags: cattle dogs, Flyball, terrier mix |[3] Comments
Flyball is a dog sport known for its many success stories. Makaso and Rex are shining examples of diamonds in the rough in the rescue world. Dedicated family members, Wendell, Laura, and Kiyomi helped these career change dogs into flyball stars and wonderful family members.
Here is their story written by Wendell, Laura, & Kiyomi.
January 24, 2010
WOOFSTOCK: A FESTIVAL FOR DOGS AND PEOPLE
Posted by Brian and Joanne under Demos, Tournament and Event Dates | Tags: Balboa Park, border collies, Canine Companions for Independence, cattle dogs, CCI, dog festival, Dog Sports, vizslas, Woofstock |1 Comment
Groovy Event Benefits Canine Companions for Independence
Join the Ballistic Racers Flyball Team when Canine Companions for Independence hosts the sixth annual WOOFSTOCK: A Festival for Dogs & People on Saturday, April 10, 2010 from 10:00AM until 3:00PM. The event will be held at the corner of Park Boulevard and Presidents Way in San Diego’s Balboa Park. All proceeds from WOOFSTOCK will benefit Canine Companions, which is a nonprofit organization that provides assistance dogs to people with disabilities completely free of charge. This ‘60’s themed festival is open to the public and well-behaved, leashed dogs. There is plenty of free parking. Admission is only $5 and discount coupons are being distributed to local businesses. Sponsorship and vendor opportunities are available.
The day will begin with the Peace, Love & Walk ‘N Roll fun dog walk at 9:00AM. Walk registration fee (($35 adult, $15 child, $60 family) includes the official WOOFSTOCK tie dye t-shirt, free Festival admission and a sWAG bag filled with great surprises! The walk is approximately 1.3 miles through beautiful Balboa Park and online registration is available at http://www.cci.org/woofstock. Walkers have the opportunity to raise funds for Canine Companions and exciting prizes will be rewarded based on the donations collected. The Top Dog Fundraiser will win a custom painting of their pooch by artist Deirdre O’Byrne!
The WOOFSTOCK Festival begins at 10:00AM. There are plenty of fun activities for the family and Fido! Enjoy demonstrations by amazing canines including assistance dogs, Disc Dogs, search and rescue dogs and our own Ballistic Racers Flyball Team. Compete in contests for Grooviest Costume, Best Trick, Longest Tail, and Biggest and Smallest Paws. Check out the games and activities at the Children’s Fun Zone. Bring your dog to the K9 Playground. Shop at the dozens of vendor booths, bid on unique items in a silent auction and enjoy delicious refreshments.
WOOFSTOCK is the premiere dog festival in San Diego County! Last year, approximately 2,000 people attended.
About WOOFSTOCK:
For more information, visit http://www.cci.org/woofstock or call (760) 901-4300. For sponsorship and vendor inquiries, contact Annie Scott at (760) 901-4306.
About Canine Companions for Independence:
Canine Companions for Independence provides highly-trained assistance dogs to children and adults with disabilities. Established in 1975, Canine Companions has five regional training centers across the country, including a local facility in Oceanside. Canine Companions is recognized worldwide for the excellence of its dogs, and the quality and longevity of the matches it makes between dogs and people. There is no charge for the dog, training and ongoing follow-up services. For more information, visit http://www.cci.org or call 1-800-572-BARK.
December 11, 2009
Bailey was adopted from the shelter in Phoenix, AZ, by her dad Christian. At
the time he was a single parent and it got rough for awhile when Bailey came
down with parvo. She pulled through and has been a fighter ever since.
However, Bailey did lack, shall we say, manners. She was somewhat sheltered,
kept indoors and not socialized as a puppy. Bailey spent all her time with her
dad so when Christian decided to move to San Diego California and get married
to Tiffany, she was not thrilled.
San Diego was great, great weather and a new step-brother, Maddox the pug,
and they have DOG PARKS!!! But still Bailey had a hard time adjusting, she
ate a few couches, a couple of doors, several pairs of shoes and an un-named
number of remotes! One thing bailey always loved is playing ball…she loves
the ball, a little obsessed. In 2008, her dad was called to active duty to
go overseas for a year. Bailey and her step-mom, tiffany had to find a bond.
Tiffany found Ballistic Racers on-line and took bailey to an evaluation. She
was barking and growling, scared of the box and the box loader. However,
brian and Joanne saw potential and Tiffany was dedicated.
Today, bailey is an amazing dog. She LOVES flyball and she is good at it.
She loves having a job to do. At home, she is calmer and no longer has to be
crated to protect the couch. She has good manners and loves her step-mom!
She never misses a jump! Her dad has returned to the United States and hopes
maybe she will run for him too!
December 11, 2009
The true hound on the flyball team. Indie, the beagle-daschund mix has the biggest bark on a team and is often named by the team captains “the cheerleader.” Indie finds flyball irresistible. Why not if he gets everything: exercise, attention, praise, treats, chat with his doggie friends, and fresh air. Indie and his mom Linda have been on the flyball team for a year now. When not “ballistic,” Indie is a keen eater, kisser, and a shy admirer of the after tournament massages. Life couldn’t be better!
December 6, 2009
One of our most important goals on the Ballistic Racers Flyball Team, is to give back to the community. We feel it is something which we must do in order to keep up the sport of flyball. During the Holiday Season we keep up the spirit by donating a basket of dog gifts to a worthy rescue group. This year we have chosen SoCal Vizsla Rescue since we have acquired Dennis the Vizsla on our team.
November 14, 2009
The Bearded Collie Demo
Posted by Brian and Joanne under Demos | Tags: Ballistic Racers, canine athletes, Dog Sports, Flyball, San Diego |1 Comment
It was a cool windy October 4th day for our second annual Bearded Collie Demo. It took place at the Antique Gas and Steam Museum in Vista, Ca. which offers plenty of room. Most of the Ballistic Racers Flyball Team attended the event which was fun for everyone, especially the dogs. As soon as the Ballistic Racers did the demo, it was time for the Beardies. The Bearded Collie Bunch really got into the action as they tried running their dogs on the Flyball course. Some Beardies did well, while others found the course quite a challenge.
Thanks to the Beardie Bunch for providing such a delicious lunch. There were so many types of food to choose from that we had to try them all. It was another one of our “Great Fun Flyball Days” with the Ballistic Racers Flyball Team. Many thanks to our late flyball team member, Lori Fournier, who made this all possible. Lori and her dog Harlow loved flyball and wanted to share it with all the Beardie Bunch.
Thanks to Lori, the fun lives on!
Brian Matsumoto
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The Ballistic Racers Flyball Team - San Diego 
December 14, 2009
Ballistic Racers Christmas Holiday Slideshow 2009
Posted by Brian and Joanne under Captains' Comments, Tournament Highlights | Tags: Ballistic Racers, Christmas, Flyball, Holiday, party, San Diego |1 Comment
The Ballistic Racers Christmas Dinner
Once again our annual Christmas dinner was a huge success. Twenty four of us enjoyed the food and show put on by the chefs at Miyabi Restaurant. Fire, flying utensils and tossed pieces of cooked food were all part of the show. Believe it or not, the food was as good as the show! Everyone participated in a gift exchange which was really fun. People were able to open a new gift or steal a gift from another member. Everyone ended up with a gift, most of which had a dog theme. We were able to celebrate three birthdays as well, with a beautiful chocolate cake and of course singing. Alice, Phyllis, and Shay received the Birthday greetings at this festive occasion. We topped off the night with a delightful CD slide show made and shown by Kelly and her husband Jim. Two hundred twenty nine pictures of the 2009 Ballistic Racers Flyball Team in action were projected on the wall for all to see. These shots included all the dogs and handlers of our entire team. What a year and what a great slide show! Special thanks to all the team members for their generosity in donating to this year’s recipient, Vizsla Rescue. We were able to donate a large crate and a full basket of dog toys, leashes, collars and supplies to a related organization.
Thanks to our team members, Kelly and Jim
for the slide show, Miyabi Restaurant, and
of course all our dogs for another very
successful year of Flyball racing,
Brian and Joanne
2009