Dock Diving
Build confidence on the dock
Whether you're a seasoned competitor or a newcomer to the sport, DARK K9 Sports provides a welcoming environment for K9 enthusiasts.
NADD dock diving facility in Harrodsburg, Kentucky
Come to the Dock Side
DARK K9 is a dock diving destination for NADD competitions, individual and group lessons, pool rentals, canine birthday parties, seasonal memberships, and outdoor dog sport fun in the heart of the Bluegrass.
NADD competition dock
Lessons, rentals + memberships
Exercise, confidence + memories
Outdoor event conditions
Check the weather before you load up
Weather can affect pool time, crating, parking, and event pacing at DARK K9.
Choose your path
What are you coming to DARK K9 for?
Start with the reason for your visit, then jump straight to the forms, details, or planning tools that fit your day.
Competition day
Compete at an event
Find NADD registration, waivers, vaccine upload, run order access, and event-day questions.
Training + fitness
Book pool time
Schedule lessons, rentals, seasonal memberships, confidence swims, and conditioning time.
Celebrate together
Plan a dog party
Bring friends for birthdays, group outings, private dog park time, or half-day pool rentals.
Travel made easier
Plan your visit
Check weather, lodging, food, pet-friendly stays, and local attractions near Harrodsburg.
The Facility
A Kentucky destination for dog sport
Located just off the Bourbon Trail near Herrington Lake, the facility hosts NADD competition events, lessons, rentals, dog birthday parties, seasonal memberships, and group outings.
Access-minded pool and dock features
Not just competition. Confidence, conditioning, and comfort.
The DARK K9 pool and dock include access-minded features for dogs and handlers, including support for senior dogs, dogs returning from injury, and teams who want low-impact exercise, confidence, and safe water time.
Pool lift available
A mobility lift can assist dogs and handlers of many abilities in enjoying pool time together.
Easy ramp access
The entrance and exit ramp gives dogs and handlers a calmer way to build confidence around the water.
Outdoor venue conditions
DARK K9 is an outdoor facility, so grass, gravel, mud, slopes, and weather can affect access. Contact us before your visit so we can help you plan the best approach.
Swim
Dive
Play
DARK K9 moments
Teamwork, movement, and memories
DARK K9 is built around the relationship between dogs and their handlers: fun competition, healthy exercise, confidence in the water, and the memories made with your dog and friends.
Available times
DARK K9 planning calendar
Choose a day to see available planning windows. Calendar details stay private, so visitors only see Open or Booked.
Plan your visit
Click through the days below, then send a booking request for the time that works best.
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Booking type
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Seasonal membership
Check your rental pass
Seasonal members receive 10 pool rentals for the season. Enter your membership email and code to see how many rentals remain.
Services & rentals
Pool time, lessons, parties, and training rentals
Scheduling
Book pool time, lessons, rentals, and event prep
Use the quick actions below for common DARK K9 scheduling needs, event prep, and competitor resources.
NADD events
Upcoming DARK K9 event schedule
Run order board
Current event board for competitors
Run order updates, check-in notes, and facility announcements will appear here during events.
Open full boardResults
DARK K9 results hub
Choose the report you need first. Championship standings show qualification status, while Event Results keep Titles, Finals, H.A.R.D. Charger, and Qualifier Rankings separated.
Start here
Pick Championship for standings and rules, or Event Results to choose a DARK K9 event.
2026 facility championship
Facility Champion & Reserve Champion Rules
Eligibility is based on DARK K9 event participation, Facility Final placement, and discipline-specific scoring.
Distance: 3 splashes per event. Air Retrieve and Hydro Dash: 1 splash per event.
At least one Facility Final placement is required.
Distance, Air Retrieve, and Hydro Dash are scored by their own rules.
You or your designated person must pick up the award. Unclaimed awards roll down.
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Event photos
Photos that support the DARK K9 event experience
Photography is an added service for competitors and families who want keepsakes from their DARK K9 visit. The facility, training, rentals, memberships, and NADD competitions remain the center of the business.
Official DARK K9 store
DARK K9 Apparel & Merchandise
Shop shirts, jerseys, hoodies, and event merchandise through the DARK K9 online store. Product photos, sizes, pickup, shipping, and checkout are handled in one place.
Visitor resources
Places to stay, eat, and explore nearby
The facility is surrounded by bourbon country, local restaurants, campgrounds, lakes, and historic Kentucky destinations.
Vaccination Requirements
All dogs must be current on Rabies, DHPP, and Bordetella vaccinations. Bordetella is required every 6 months. Leptosporosis is not required, though it is highly recommended. All pets must have received inoculations at least 10 days before their visit. Pets cannot be overdue for vaccinations.
Contact
Send DARK K9 a message
Questions about lessons, rentals, NADD events, memberships, birthday parties, apparel, photography, or facility logistics can be sent here.