This class will add complexity to the skills learned in Intermediate 1. Handling skills will focus on front cross, rear cross, post turns, sends, and multiple jumps. All contacts will be at full height and weave poles will be closed.
Agility classes may be repeated once, if necessary. If your dog has not learned the required skills after repeating a class you will be placed on a waiting list until there is space for you to try again.
All classes involve wait time until it is your turn to run your dog. You must bring a crate to agility class so your dog can learn to wait calmly and quietly.
Prerequisite: Intermediate 1 and instructor approval
Agility students will be expected to comply with rules set by AKC, see the AKC handbook for reference. Section 9. Collars. At the handler’s option, dogs may run a course with or without a collar. The only collars allowed when running a course are flat buckle or rolled leather collars, but there shall be no attachments hanging or otherwise allowed on the collar. This shall not preclude painted or stitched designs or information on the collar. Dog’s names and/or identifying information may appear on the collar. No title, awards, or advertising may appear on the collar. Dogs may be brought to the start line on slip leads, choke chains, body harnesses, head halters or other collars that are permitted on the trial grounds. Pinch/prong and electrical collars (dummy or not), and special training collars are not allowed anywhere on the trial grounds.Additionally we will follow the AKC policy of no harsh treatment of dogs: Section 6. Exusuals. Handler continuously or conspicuously leads the dog through the course (excessive handling), uses harsh commands, or corrections. Including: Unsportsmanlike conduct.Handlers are expected to treat their dogs, instructors, other students, and themselves with respect and kindness. This will be a positive reinforcement environment.
