CARO Elections 2026 – Call for Nominations

The Canadian Association of Rally Obedience is seeking nominations for the following positions.  Professional Members over the age of 18 are eligible to hold a position on the Executive or Board of Directors. Executive: Vice Chairperson Secretary Executive at Large*   Regional Directors *: West   (BC & Yukon) Prairies  (Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba & NWT […]

💚 Thank You, Barb!

After 9 years without a single day off, Barb Burgess is retiring from Data Entry as of August 31st. Barb took on this role in 2017 and has carried CARO’s data — memberships, registrations, titles, and trial results — through years of enormous growth, including leading the shift to our new database system. If you’ve […]

Code of Ethics

Members of CARO will treat all dogs and handlers with respect. Members will make positive methods an integral part of their training methods. Members will always take into consideration the physical and psychological well-being of the dog. Members will practice fair play both in and out of the ring. Members are encouraged to assist others. […]

Rally vs Working

Rally Rally is a sport with a focus on heeling while performing a number of skills. The dog and handler are always in close proximity, moving together as a team throughout the course. The concept of a single continuous performance, uninterrupted by orders from the judge, demands a sustained communication between the dog and handler. […]

History / Purpose

Rally is a fun and inclusive dog sport that emphasizes teamwork, communication, and fun between dogs and their handlers. It is open to all dogs—purebred or mixed-breed, pets or titled champions. Founded in 2002 by Bev Hurst, Roslyn Brown, and Wanda Purton, the Canadian Association of Rally Obedience (CARO) introduced the sport in Canada.  Rally […]