HANDLING I

Criteria needed to enter this class

Content that will be presented in this class

Criteria for advancement to next level

Dog must exhibit no fear or stress on any given obstacle.

Dog must perform obstacles with motivation, enthusiasm, & confidence.

Independent performance on all obstacles at full height

The focus of this class will be on teaching the handler the skills necessar for completing agility courses as a team with their dog.  Various exercises, stations and activities will be designed to help the handler learn and refine their performances of body movements (footwork, use of arm, posture).  There will be less focus on the dog's actual performance of these skills.

Skill in this class will include:

Front cross

Rear cross

Blind cross

Wraps

Post-turns

Lead out

Push/pulls

Obstacle approaches

  

Handler must demonstrate ability to recognize and perform basic handling skills.

Dog must be able to perform a short sequence off leash, continually working enthusiastically throughout the sequence.