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Canine Training - Dog Sports|
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For dogs and owners that have always wanted to give it a try. |
| Focus | This course will introduce the dogs to the equipment and allow them to become comfortable working on all the pieces. |
| Course duration | 6 week course |
| Owner theory |
Theory for the owner will include learning about the competitive aspects of agility to see if they would like to compete with their dog or just play and have some fun. |
| Pre-requisite | It is recommended that dogs complete an obedience class first, so that you build a relationship that will help make your dog successful in agility. |
Agility for Fun Level II
''What's Next?''
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Who |
For dogs and owners who have completed Introductory Agility for Fun Level I and want to learn more. |
| Focus | This program will introduce the dog to advanced pieces of agility equipment. It will also focus on leading dogs through various agility courses |
| Course duration | 6 week course |
| Owner theory |
Theory will include understanding how handler positioning affects the dog's direction through the agility course |
Agility for Kids & Dogs *NEW*
''Fun for everyone!''
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Who |
For children aged 7 to 14 |
| Focus | This course is designed to introduce junior handlers to the sport of dog agility. They will learn to use the agility equipment, practice handling skills and how to put it all together to lead their dog through prepared agility circuits. Agility is a fun way for kids and dogs to spend time together while building confidence and self esteem. |
| Course duration | 4 week course |
| Owner theory |
Theory will include learning the basic rules of agility, as well as safe handling techniques over the equipment. |
| Pre-requisite | Dogs must complete a Basic Obedience course prior to being admitted into this course. Child must be able to control the dog at all times. |
Fly Ball Level I & II
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Who |
For dogs and owners who want to try something new and have fun! |
| Focus | This program will introduce the dog and the owner to the sport of fly ball This course is for fun and exercise |
| Course duration | 6 week course |
| Level II |
Pre-requisite for Level II is Level I Fly Ball |
| Owner theory |
Theory will include learning the basic rules of agility and safe handling over obstacles. |
Introductory Rally O (Rally Obedience)
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Who |
For dogs with a basic obedience level that would like to add a little variety to their training! |
| Focus | Rally O is the next big thing in dog sports! Rally O goes beyond the typical obedience class by incorporating up to 40 preset movements through a planned course. Dog and owner, at their own pace, complete the course of designated stations. Each station has a sign providing instructions describing the skill that is to be performed. Rally O is a fun and challenging way to improve your dog's obedience! |
| Course duration | 6 week course |
| Owner theory |
Theory will include learning the various Rally O exercises. Working with different course layout and designs while improving and proofing basic obedience commands. |
General information for training courses
| Course Length | All courses are 1 hour in length once a week for 6 weeks *Agility for Kids course is 45 minutes once a week for 4 weeks |
| Bring | Your dog (just a reminder!) A copy of the most recent vaccination certificate (for the first class or upon registration) Treats A squeaky toy A 6 foot leash (extendable leashes are not permitted in any of the courses) Clicker - For Fly Ball & Tricks Seminars |
| Wear | Comfortable clothing and shoes |
| Who | All are welcome. Young children are welcome to participate in the training courses but for safety must be accompanied and supervised by an adult at all times. |
| Course Size | All courses are limited to 10 dogs. So book early! |
All your training needs such as treats, leads, collars, clickers and toys are available in our Dog Shops.
*Full payment is required at time of booking. Refunds will not be issued once you have attended the first class.