Agility - Agility Foundation

THE GOAL - to develop teamwork between the dog and handler as they learn the basic skills needed to move the dog between obstacles on an agility course.  This is the first class in the Agility series.  It is a required class and is also on the lottery system. 

THINGS YOU WILL LEARN -

• Control of dog and quick/solid response to basic commands such as sit, down, and stay in an exciting environment
• Basic handling skills including use of body, shoulders and arms to direct dog's movement
• Improve handler's timing and ability to read dog
• Begin to develop correct jumping skills, styles and techniques
• Ability to execute agility related commands such as go round, go out, go (forward), etc
• Introduction to body movements and correct dog response to the various crosses
• Off lead control of dog