Agility I
Agility is a fun, exciting and active sport for both
dog and handler.
- Classes are an hour long and run for 6 weeks (consult
class calendar for dates of classes)
Prerequisites:
- For dogs at least 1 year of age (or permission from an
instructor, if younger)
- Basic Obedience foundation:
- Sit
- Down
- Come
- Five second Stay
- While most work is done on-leash or with a short leash
tab, dog should be able to work safely off-leash
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The focus of this class is for the dog and handler to
become proficient in the basics of Agility.
- Learning the rules of the "Agility Game"
- How to properly and safely navigate several basic
Agility obstacles
- Building the dog's confidence in working obstacles
- Basic handling communication techniques (both verbal
and non-verbal)
- Goal of working obstacles off-leash
Graduation Criteria:
- Dog and handler able to safely, properly and confidently
navigate all obstacles covered during class sessions
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