Introduction to Agility: Foundation for Agility for Competition or Fun
This 7-week class will prepare dogs and handlers who are considering pursuing agility and want to participate in a future Agility 1 class.
Dogs must be 6 months or older and have successfully completed a minimum of a Puppy Obedience class or a Basic Obedience class. Dogs must be housebroken and show no signs of aggression. A 5 or 6-foot leash and a flat buckle collar without attachments. Please bring treats that do not crumble, a treat bag or dispenser, and a favorite toy or tug.
Skills to be covered will include, but not be limited to, the following:
- Attention and focusing skills
- Interacting with objects and body awareness
- Motivation and drive
- Impulse control
- Crate training and waiting in place
- Reliable recalls
- Working with and independently of handler
- Working around distraction
- Importance of health and fitness
- Navigating competitive dog agility
Prerequisites:
- Dogs must be 6 months or older
- Puppy Manners and/or Basic Obedience or Instructor approval
- Dog must be housebroken
- No aggressive dogs
