This is the foundation class for agility. In this class you will learn the good habits that will carry your dog through a rewarding agility career. You and your dog will become aware of his entire body in ways that will safely help your dog negotiate the obstacles. We will cover how to train the basic actions to help your dog succeed, as well as the very important tool of rewarding your dog to encourage even better performance! This is a preparatory class for dogs continuing on in Agility.
Prerequisites: Dog must be at least 4 months old and completed all shots. Must have completed the S.T.A.R. Puppy course, Canine Good Citizen or have instructor approval.
Concepts taught in this class include:
- Rear end awareness for your dog
- Hand targeting
- Reward (treat, toy) placement
- Front and rear crosses
- Going under, through, over, and on top of things
- Start line games
- Training bubble & relax time
- Wobble work
- “Aim for it”
- “Race for reward”
