Mission
The mission of the Musical Dog Sport Association is to ad vance the sport of canine freestyle and to share the joy of the canine/human bond achieved through positive training, enhanced by the artistry of music and choreography. Created by freestylers for freestylers, MDSA defines Canine Freestyle as a dog sport in which training, teamwork, music and movement combine to create an artistic, choreographed performance highlighting the canine partner in a manner that celebrates the unique qualities of each individual dog. It is built upon the foundation of a positive working relationship of a dog and handler team. MDSA is proud to continue the tradition of growth and exploration of this new sport. We look forward to working in harmony with all as we strive towards our common goal to bring the wonder of canine freestyle and the joy of the dog and handler bond to even more people.
History
The Musical Dog Sport Association was founded in 2005 and has had over 400 members to date.
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Inspiration
Carolyn Scott and Rookie are the driving force behind the Musical Dog Sport Association. MDSA is proud of the shining example this team has brought to the sport and to uphold the values Carolyn has taught to generations of freestylers. Thank you Carolyn and Rookie for your exceptional leadership by example!
Executive Board
Officers
President - Carolyn Pfrank carolynpfrank@gmail.com
Vice President - Barbara Walls emt8843@yahoo.com
Secretary - Jo Monfort jmoncamz2010@live.com
Treasurer - Stuart Anderson sander9503@msn.com
Board Members
Susan Cooper susancooper88@yahoo.com
Bridgette Pirtle bpirtle2@yahoo.com
Amy Podojil lacey1102@sbcglobal.net
Bridget Spence bridgetspence@comcast.net
Board Services
Membership
Video Events
Live Events
Social Media
Stuart Anderson sander9503@msn.com
MP Jackson jacksonmariepierre@gmail.com
Jo Monfort jmoncamz2010@live.com
Barbara Walls emt8843@yahoo.com
Bridgette Pirtle bpirtle2@yahoo.com
Advisory Board
Carolyn Scott
Candace Crouch
MP Jackson
Karen Johnson
Pam Martin
Susanna Pathak
Ann Priddy
Emily Pyle
Katie Tracanna
Ilona Wright
Judges
Deb Abigt
Kim Beckberger (Apprentice)
Candace Crouch
Jo Monfort
Carolyn Pfrank
Mitzi Tinaglia (Apprentice)
Barbara Walls