BowWow Broomfield and Dock Dogs Are Not to Be Missed!
Photo courtesy of the City and County of Broomfield
By Megan Mayes
Some of my favorite Broomfield Days memories are centered around the 40 foot long pool filled with dogs. If you have seen it before you probably know exactly what I am talking about. If you have no idea what I’m talking about, and that sounds crazy but also really fun, then get ready for the dog sport you’ve been waiting for: Rocky Mountain DockDogs (RMDD)! With all of the other fun activities available throughout the day, the captivating energy of the competition speaks for itself. The infectious fun on the dogs' faces as they leap through the air can only be matched by the pride and joy on their human’s face. And don’t forget about the big splashes, which kids love as much as any pool or splash pad (speaking from experience)! This competition is tons of fun for spectators, first-time competitors, and national champions. I have two sporty dogs of my own: Freddy is an Australian Shepherd and Chocolate Lab mix, and Billy is a miniature Australian Shepherd. Freddy loves his frisbee and Billy is a herding dog through and through.
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Now I think it’s time to see if I have a Dock Dog in my midst. I talked with Jerry Porter, the President of RMDD, to get more information about their Broomfield Days competition and how to get involved with the sport. DockDogs is one of the fastest growing canine sports in the world, and RMDD is proud to have been a part of it all since 2008. Their memberships consist mainly of teams from Colorado, Wyoming, and Nebraska who host regional competitions and travel nationally. Club members and volunteers also help raise money for Chase Away Canine
