about
CHQ Dogs
CHQ Dogs stands for Customized, Humane, Quality training and behavior consultation services. Its mission is to provide customized reward based training support to dogs and their guardians through the application of modern, humane and science based learning principles(including LIMA).
Represented by a Certified Professional Dog Trainer: Carly Davis, CHQ Dogs is dedicated to quality. This is improved regularly through life long learning, small group classes, adapting, and networking with animal professionals in Chautauqua County (and beyond).
*Often mispronounced "Chautauqua Dogs", a goal of CHQ Dogs and Chautauqua Institution is "the exploration of the best in human values and the enrichment of life" (with dogs!)
In Loving Memory:
A brief history...
How it started... with Lux:
Enter Brimstone... (2016)
2024- Brimstone earns AKC Titles:
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Canine Good Citizen
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Therapy Dog Novice
Enter Karoo... (2024)
Photo above (credits mentor Michelle) shows Karoo in the early stages of building her TFR or "Trained Final Response" at a single protocol block. We are working towards the goal of human remains detection dog with North Western Pennsylvania Search And Rescue.
If you have love of the outdoors, dogs, and interest in helping people find lost loved ones check out NWPAK9SAR. There are also volunteer opportunities for remote support and auxiliary activities. They are kind, well organized and train frequently with supportive teams held to a high criteria including IPWDA standards.
Upcoming Events:
WHERE: Scenic Heights Golf Course
"Northwest PA K9 Search & Rescue is very happy to announce that it's 7th annual golf tournament, an 18-hole event at Scenic Heights Golf Course! Enjoy an exceptional round of golf, prizes, and camaraderie, all while supporting the NWPAK9SAR team!
For non-golfers, join us at The Dog Party from 11am-3pm! Bring yourself and/or your pups to meet the K9 Search and Rescue Dogs! Support the team by participating in the Silent Auctions, raffles, and 50/50. Auction closes at 3pm.
The clubhouse area will be fully pet-friendly! Please bring a leash for your pets and enjoy this special event!
Golf Details:
18 holes ~ Sunday, August 24, 2025 ~ Scenic Heights Golf Course ~ 8:30am shotgun start (Please arrive by 7:45am for registration!) with 50/50, Silent auction, skill prizes, doggy door prizes, and more! Register by Thursday, August 21, 2025."
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