Obedience - Beginning Novice

THE GOAL  - To provide the basic knowledge and control needed to perform a novice routine.

THINGS YOU WILL LEARN -

• Proper footwork for heeling (turns and halts)
• Introduce off-lead work with emphasis on control
• Pivots
• Proof on-lead work including heeling, fronts, finishes, stays, and stand for exam
• Reinforce handler and dog enthusiasm and attention
• Introduce random sits and downs and the "take it" command