This class builds on the knowledge and skills developed in the Intro to SW class. Different elements such as exteriors and/or interiors will be introduced. This class will be held at the Star City Training Building, 1860 Apperson Drive, Salem, VA 24153. Prerequisites: Intro to Scent work, Level 1 must be completed prior to this […]
This agility class will concentrate on introducing and reinforcing channel weave training and may be taken more than once. Short sequences reinforcing contact performance on the dog walk, A frame and teeter to full height. Handling training will continue with more advanced sequences such as discriminations, pinwheels utilizing hoops, tunnels and jumps while reinforcing start […]
Do you have questions with your container training when it comes to distractions? Would you like a dog that is more focused on target odor vs novel odor? This class breaks down distraction training starting with low level distractors and building up to the higher-level distractors such as food and toys. Each class builds on […]
This class is designed for older puppies (18 weeks and older) and dogs with no previous obedience training. You will learn how to teach your dog using reward-based training techniques that will lay the foundation for effective communication, understanding, and form a strong relationship with your canine companion. Beginner 1 includes instruction for the following […]
This class is designed for older puppies (18 weeks and older) and dogs with no previous obedience training. You will learn how to teach your dog using reward-based training techniques that will lay the foundation for effective communication, understanding, and form a strong relationship with your canine companion. Beginner 1 includes instruction for the following […]
TRIAL DATES October 11, 2024, Event # 2024623515 October 11, 2024, Event # 2024623516 October 12, 2024, Event # 2024623517 October 12, 2024, Event # 2024623518 October 13, 2024, Event # 2024623523 LOCATION Camp Easterseals 900 Camp Easter Seals Road, New Castle, VA 24127 (Please note that some GPSs may not recognize the address) MORE […]
This 7 week agility class is designed for teams who plan to compete regularly in Excellent/Master level AKC or are currently competing. Skill level will be evaluated before or during first class to ensure success for course demands; teams may be referred to a more appropriate class. The class will focus on proofing performance and […]
This 6 week agility class is designed for teams that are training at all full height obstacles (weave practice available) and who plan to or are currently competing or training in Novice/Open level AKC. Teams will work with mini courses and handling drills, concentrating on crosses, lateral distance and reading the courses path based on […]
This agility class is designed for beginning foundational groundwork to create a strong, fun bond with your dog in an outdoor environment at Mudlick field. Training will concentrate on connection activities, leash control, focus activities, targeting with treats and/or toys, recall and sends, start line procedures. Obstacles used will include hoops, jumps with no bar […]
This agility class is designed for beginning foundational groundwork to create a strong, fun bond with your dog in an outdoor environment at Mudlick field. Training will concentrate on connection activities, leash control, focus activities, targeting with treats and/or toys, recall and sends, start line procedures. Obstacles used will include hoops, jumps with no bar […]
This agility class is designed to continue foundational groundwork skills including start line procedures, shadow handling, circle cone work, directional handling, introduction to contact performance on lowered dog walk, teeter, table, A frame, beginning with flat board exercises. Handling training will continue with short sequences utilizing contacts learned, hoops, tunnels, winged jumps, barrels and reinforcing […]
Wilson. there is a shy, rescue dog in my beg 1 class who is afraid to come into the building. The owner will be bringing the dog to simply explore the building. The door will be locked and sign posted on both doors. This dog will bolt ! Do Not Open the Front or back […]