Come to our Agility competition this weekend to watch the event, tour the facility, & shop for pet supplies on site! Admission is free.

Come to our Agility competition this weekend to watch the event, tour the facility, & shop for pet supplies on site! Admission is free.

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Deva Onstott

Lead Instructor & Training Coordinator

Deva has been immersed in the world of dog sports her entire life. She began competing in agility in 2005 as a Junior Handler and, by age 12, was already competing at the national level. With over 13 years of full-time teaching experience and 10 national championship titles, Deva brings a wealth of knowledge and proven success to every class she teaches. She specializes in using the most up-to-date, scientifically based training methods to help both dogs and handlers thrive in and out of the competition ring. In addition to agility, Deva is deeply passionate about behavior modification. She takes great pride in helping sensitive, fearful, reactive, and aggressive dogs build confidence and enjoy a better quality of life with their families. Deva is also the founder of the Junior Handlers Program at Dog Gone Fun, where she shares her knowledge and love of the sport with young trainers. “Mentoring the future of our sport and nurturing a child’s love of dogs is the greatest privilege. It truly honors those who guided me when I was younger.”

Competition Highlights

  • Detour

PDCH Silver 2010–2012 Cynosports Attendee

  • Tommy

2013–2015 AKC JAC 12” Champion 2014–2015 AKC National Agility Championship Reserve Champion 2014–2015 AKC Top PACH Dog of the Year 2016 South Central Regional Silver PGP Medalist 2016 South Central Regional Bronze PSJ Medalist 16 AKC Agility Championships

  • Tally AKC

Agility Grand Champion 16 AKC Agility Championships 2016 & 2017 AKC National Championship Attendee 2017 AKC Top PACH Dog of the Year Ruby AKC Agility Champion Panda 9 Regional Championship Wins USDAA Lifetime Achievement Award – Silver ADCH Silver 19 UKI Agility Championships 2021 AKC National Championship Attendee

  • Gracie

20 Regional Championship Wins 5 UKI Agility Championships 2025 AKC National Championship Attendee 2023 USO Speedstakes National Champion 2024 USO Speedstakes National Champion 2024 USO Games Reserve National Champion 2024 USDAA Biathlon National Champion

  • Pagnee

15 Regional Championship Wins 14 UKI Agility Championships 2025 AKC National Championship Challenger 2024 USO Biathlon National Champion 2024 USO WTA National Champion 2024 USO US Agility National Champion 2025 1-TDC Games National Champion

  • Mushu

6 Regional Championship Wins 11 UKI Agility Championships 2024 USDAA Steeplechase National Finalist – 5th Place 2024 USDAA Grand Prix National Finalist 2024 USDAA Team National Finalist

 

Classes taught by Deva Onstott

101 – Agility Foundations

This foundation class covers all obstacle and handling skills needed for success in agility. Teams will learn fundamental games for proper jump performance, confident  contact behaviors, independent weave pole performance, and ring readiness.

This class is on-going so you can join anytime!

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Agility Foundations – Sensitive Dog

This class is for those just starting out in the sport of Agility who have sensitive, reactive, or fearful dogs. In this class teams will work one at a time in a safe and non-distracting envrioment to learn all about agility! This foundation class covers all obstacle and handling skills...
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Super Foundations

Super Foundations is the perfect class for young dogs with Experienced Handlers who have big goals. This class will teach teams the skills required to compete at the highest levels of competition. Handlers must have previous experience.

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Agility Foundations 2

In this class we will continue building the foundation skills started in level one and start short sequences to build responsiveness, focus, and handling skills. This class is currently using a “group format” so that two dog/handler teams will be in the ring at once. This class is suitable for ...
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Novice Skill Building

In this on-going course teams will learn Jump commitment, value for the bars, driving lines, Front crosses, Blind crosses, rear crosses, pinwheels, 180s, Driving circles, forward and lateral sends, serps, forced fronts, backsides, and more!! This is the perfect class for teams who need to learn Handling, dogs who need...
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Advanced Sequencing

This agility class builds off our “Novice Handling class” to teach students longer sequences (8-15 obstacles) with increased difficultly. In this class teams will run sequences commonly seen in all levels of agility competition. Focus will be on learning the dog line, choosing the fastest path, and building obstacle commitment.

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Master Handling

In this Master Handling for Agility class teams will run full courses that are commonly seen in the master and premier level of agility competition. In this class the students will learn how to read lines and perfecting handling to continuing improving in agility competitions! This course is suitable for...
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International Handling

In this class teams will run full courses that are commonly seen in high level competition. In this class teams will focus most on reading lines and perfecting handling.

This course is suitable for teams who are competing at a masters level or who have instructor approval.

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Scentwork Advanced

This class is for dogs and their handlers that have been previously introduced to odor and have noticeable behavior change (or indication) for target odors. Distractions and different types of hides will be introduced for your dog, focusing on working comfortably in locations to increase confidence for searches. This class...
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Contacts & Weaves

In this class teams will work on building a solid understanding of the weaves and contacts. Once teams have a solid criteria we will add distractions, proofing, and commonly seen challenges in competition.

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From Reactive to Proactive: Solutions for the Reactive Dog

In this class teams will learn how to proactively handle dogs who are reactive to other dogs or people. By training leash skills, focus games, relaxation protocols, and stimulus control games you will learn how to set your dog up for success in challenging situations.

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Junior Handler Classes

These classes are designed specifically for kids under the age of 18 who want to improve handling skills and teamwork in dog activities!

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Weaves Anyone?

Does your dog hate the weaves? Do you hate the weaves? Does your dog slog through the weaves only to open up after them? Maybe, they think entries are only a suggestion or that doing only 10 shows the judge they can weave? Do you have to stay right with...
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Agility Super Puppy

In this ongoing class experienced agility students will get the perfect start with their new puppies! Teams will be introduced to age appropriate games and skills that are the glue for future super agility dogs. Everything from stimulus control, recall work, fitness foundations, tricks, enrichment, and agility flatwork foundations will...
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Super Skills & Drills

This class is all about sharpening the advanced skills we learn in seminars and giving teams extra focused practice each week. We’ll tackle challenging handling moves, tricky sequences, and the technical skills that make a real difference in the ring. Perfect as a second weekly class for teams who want...
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International Super Skills & Drills

This class is all about sharpening the international style skills we learn in seminars and giving teams extra focused practice each week. We’ll tackle challenging parts of A3 courses, handling moves, and the technical skills that make a real difference in the ring. Perfect as a second weekly class for...
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AKC Style Masters Agility

AKC Masters focuses on running true AKC-style courses with challenges inspired by Masters and Premier levels. Teams will practice tight lines, advanced handling, and course-reading skills needed for success at higher-level AKC trials. Perfect for dogs trialing in Masters or preparing for Premier.

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