This class will focus on preparing dogs for using their ability and handlers how to best train their dogs in sniffing out scents. Exposure to a variety of scents and methods will be covered. Dogs should have completed obedience control.
This class is generally for puppies between the ages of 8 weeks to 4 months old. A few of the topics covered in the course will be socializing your puppy, nipping and bite inhibition, beginning obedience (sit, down, stay, and come), plus use of small obstacles for confidence building. Puppies must be up to date on vaccines to attend classes.
(Prerequisite: Basic Obedience)
This class will be a continuation of the Basic Obedience and will be ideal for both those who want to go on to competitive obedience or those that just want to continue building the working relationship with their dogs.
This class is for dogs 6 months and over. This is a great class to start your dog off on the right foot towards any dog sports or simply to build a better relationship with your dog and teach them better manners. The course will consist of sit, down, stay, and coming when called as well as walking on a loose leash.
This is a great class to start your dog off on the right foot towards any dog sports or simply to build a better relationship with your dog and teach them better manners. The course will consist of sit, down, stay, and coming when called as well as walking on a loose leash.
(Prerequisite: Agility 3)
This class focuses on sequencing skills and handling dogs from one obstacle to another. Emphasis will be on increasing speed, accuracy and efficiency, distance work and layering.
This class is for dogs that have a good foundation on all equipment and are competing (or preparing to compete) in agility trials. Participants will work on handling difficult sequences and challenges and improve handling strategies and techniques.
(Prerequisite: Agility 2)
This class is for dogs that have been introduced to Agility obstacles and allows them to continue to improve on obstacle skills. Emphasis will be on further refinement of contact obstacles and weaves. We will also introduce the footwork and handling skills essential to successfully run courses in Agility. Skills such as front cross, rear cross and blind cross will be taught along with the ability to increase the distance between the dog and handler.
(Prerequisite: Basic Obedience)
This class introduces dogs and handlers to the fundamental elements of Agility. Dogs will learn to follow the body language of the handler, follow verbal commands both on and off lead, work on both the left and right sides of the handler, and begin to master basic footwork necessary for more advanced work in Agility.
(Prerequisite: Agility 1)
This class will focus on teaching dogs how to safely perform individual agility obstacles. Some short sequences will be incorporated as dog/handler teams progress.
