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Star City Canine Training Club Building 1860 Apperson Drive, Salem, VA, United StatesClass Break-down
Class Break-down
This Intro to Scent Work class will introduce the concept of the game and build handler observation skills and timing. It also helps to develop the dog’s confidence and focus. This class begins with the dog searching for food or toy to build their independent searching skill. This class will be held at the Star […]
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This class will introduce the sport of AKC Rally Novice and will work on skills and information needed for trialing. AKC Rally Novice signs (Signs 1 – 42) will be taught and how to correctly perform them. Teams may work through short sequences. Small distractions may be added. AKC Rally Rules and Regulations plus how […]
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 the […]
This agility class provides training on contact obstacles including 6 weave poles. Emphasis on proofing skills and course sequences with a focus on distance handling drills enabling the handler to direct their dogs through actual courses at the Intro/Novice level. Instructor will advise on skill achievement to advance to next level. This class may be […]
In this more advanced beginner class, dog/handler teams will cement the learning and extend the skills from Beginner Level I. Skills will include attention, sit/down stay, stand, heel position, heeling/controlled walking, fronts and finishes to the right and left, recall/come and preparation for Canine Good Citizen class. Mild distractions may be added. Beginner 2 is […]
This agility class is designed for teams that are training at full height obstacles including 6 - 12 weave poles. Teams will work longer sequences and practice courses up to the Elite level with focus on proofing performance and refining handling skills NADAC style. Instructor will advise on skill achievement to advance to next level. This […]
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(3rd of 4 sequential classes) This class builds on the dog’s knowledge and skills for the game and the expectation for the search. This is incredibly valuable when building a good and positive association with odor using pairing and self-reward. At a minimum, birch odor will be needed for the K9 Nose Work® Intro to […]