Start by picking a 4-H Club. Learn more about how to choose your club.
The Larimer County 4-H Dog program is designed to provide an opportunity to handle, care for and learn about dogs. Members learn responsibility, leadership, communication and the importance of keeping accurate records.
There are many ways you can get involved, such as workshops, Dog shows and knowledge competitions. The program includes four class options; Obedience, Showmanship, Rally, and Agility.
You'll need a dog to train and you'll need to attend the dog training workshops. When you enroll in the project, you'll receive a schedule of workshops you can attend.
If you choose to participate in the Dog Show at the County Fair, you may need a special lead for your dog.
Project Completion Requirements:
Enroll in the Dog Project
Complete Dog ID
2025 Deadline: Coming Soon (2024 Deadline was May 1st)
Required for all project dogs
Dog IDs are required to show at the Larimer County Fair and Colorado State Fair
Participate in a 4-H Sponsored Community Service Activity
Learn what kind of dog would bebest for you and your family
Learn about goal setting
Evaluate project with leader
Learn how to keep records
Learn how to assume responsibility
Learning More - Intermediate
Inspiring youth to:
Obedience training
Learn how to train a dog obeycertain beginning and novice levelcommands such as heel, sit, down,stand for examination, recall, finish and the figure eight
All project manuals are received through the Larimer County 4-H Extension office. These will be distributed to 4-H members through their organizational leaders (club leaders) after enrollment is complete. For more information on enrollment visit Join 4-H.
Proof of Rabies vaccination is required for all dogs participating in any of the County 4-H Dog Workshops and the Larimer County Fair. You can bring proof of Rabies vaccination to the Dog Orientation or your first workshop or scan the certificate and email to the office: dkern@larimer.org Dogs will not be allowed to participate in County 4-H Dog Workshops, the Larimer County Fair, or the Colorado State Fair without proof of current Rabies vaccination. No exceptions.
Proof of Canine Distemper and Parvovirus vaccine is also required for the Larimer County Fair and Colorado State Fair, so please plan ahead.
Required Dog ID Information
All 4-H Dog Project members are required to fill out a Colorado 4-H Dog Identification Form. Dog ID forms will be online only. You do not need to send a hard copy of your Dog ID to the Extension Office. Go to 4honline.com
Directions to add an Animal ID:
Log in to 4honline using your family email •
Go to the Member Page
Scroll down to list of family members and click on “edit” next to your name (just like when you were registering)
Click on the “Animal/Livestock” button at the top
Choose your animal type: “Dog”
Select “Add Animal”
Fill out the information and upload your dog’s shot records and photos
Click on “Save”
A printed copy of your online Colorado 4-H Dog ID is required for your Dog Record Book.
Directions for printing an Animal ID:
Log in to 4honline using your family email.
Go to the Member Page.
Scroll down to the list of family members and click on “edit” next to your name (just like when you were registering).
Click on the “Animal/Livestock” button at the top.
Click on the “Edit/View” button next to the animal.
Right click print
Scroll down to the pictures
Right click print again
The ID will be on two pages: one with the information and one with the pictures.
Larimer County 4-H Dog Project Leasing Policy
Updated 2020
Larimer County 4-H members may lease a dog to participate in the 4-H Dog Project. This program is designed to offer the opportunity of the dog project to members who are unable to own a dog. Anyone who is using a dog that is not owned by their family is considered a lease situation and requires a pre-approved application.
Members with a leased dog may participate in all activities pertaining to the Larimer County 4-H Dog Project, including workshops, clinics, contests, camps and the Larimer County Fair 4-H Dog Trials.
Leased Dogs are not allowed to show at the Colorado State Fair 4-H Dog Trials.
Requirements:
Members must be 8 years or older, 4-H age
Members must be enrolled in the Larimer County 4-H Dog Project
Members must be in good standing
Members must participate in the care of the dog
Members must keep a record book for the leased dog
Members should understand the cost of caring for the dog, even if the expense is not their responsibility
A lease agreement is recommended, clarifying feed, care and health care costs for the leased dog
Members must submit the Larimer County 4-H Dog Lease Application and receive pre-approval before participating in any 4-H activities with a leased dog.
Use your family email and password co.4honline.com
Click “View”, next to Member’s Name
Locating ‘Animals’
Desktop, select “Animals” from the left side navigation
Smart Phone or Tablet, click on the 3 bars in the top left corner
With either option, this will bring up a drop down list to begin adding Animals.
Adding an Animal
Click "Add an Animal"
Then select “Add New Animal”
Select Dog, from the drop down. REQUIRED: Enter Animal’s name, click “Save”
Next, click “Show Questions”
Animal Entry is open for the current enrollment year. - Is all information complete? Check all county animal entry deadlines.
READ All County instructions for each animal species as county requirements vary.
The animal’s name will be carried over from the previous screen.
Enter the CURRENT weight of the animal. This is for determining size of the animal.
Enter the animal’s birth date.
Choose the breed from the drop-down box. Choose “other breed” or “mixed breed” if breed isn’t listed. ONLY select one breed.
Fill in a description of the dog’s colors and markings.
Enter the dog’s height in inches as measured from the ground to withers (highest point of the dog’s shoulders).
Enter whether you own the dog or are leasing it.
Enter all vaccination information (Note: Enter Expiration dates)
Enter the registration information if your dog is registered.
Enter the Animal Gender – male or female.
Enter a Tag or Tattoo, if applicable.
Click “Next”, continue with the “File Uploads” that are required by your local county extension office. These will vary by county and species. Please follow your county guidelines.
Confirm all information, click ‘submit’
County Extension staff, will review all information. If more is needed, members can edit. Once “Approved” by your local county extension office an email will be sent to your family account (example below) A time and date stamp for each animal.
Colorado State University Extension is an equal opportunity provider. Colorado State University does not discriminate on the basis of disability and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations. CSU’s Office of Engagement and Extension ensures meaningful access and equal opportunities to participate to individuals whose first language is not English. Colorado State University Extension es un proveedor que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades.
Colorado State University no discrimina por motivos de discapacidad y se compromete a proporcionar adaptaciones razonables. Office of Engagement and Extension de CSU garantiza acceso significativo e igualdad de oportunidades para participar a las personas quienes su primer idioma no es el inglés.
