The 2026 Obedience Trial was dedicated to long-time SOTC member, volunteer, Board member, and instructor Doug Moreland. Doug was known for his kindness and patience- especially with beginner handlers. Over four decades at SOTC, Doug owned and trained a variety of dog breeds with great success.He earned respect and also became the go-to guy - he was very good at coming up with training suggestions and techniques that were somewhat unusual when a person with a non-traditional breed was having a problem. He loved training and competing with his dogs and always showed nothing but kindness and a smile inside and outside the ring, regardless of how well his dogs performed. His approach to the sport was exactly what everyone should strive to emulate: a fun activity that allowed you to spend quality time with your dog.