Level 3: Novice

Cost

Included for Members

Duration

Ongoing

Saturday

9:00 am – 10:30 am

Class Information

Instructor(s)

Maureen L.

Dog-handler teams must be able to safely and independently perform all obstacles. (except teeter, if they are only competing in NADAC).

Dogs over the age of 1 year must pass the Behavior Evaluation prior to coming on the field or starting any class other than Pre-Agility or Level 1: Beginners Class.

Prerequisites

This class focuses on preparing students for entry-level courses in AKC, NADAC, USDAA, and UKI. This involves sequencing 5-14 obstacles and teaching dog-handler teams to successfully navigate common patterns and challenges like wraps, serpentines, boxes, pinwheels, and discriminations. It may also introduce more advanced challenges such as layering and distance work.

Courses in competition at this level are designed to be smooth and flowing with a couple of handling challenges (discriminations, side changes, etc). They test the dog's ability to perform the obstacles safely and correctly, the dog's speed and motivation, and teamwork (handler/dog relationship with physical and verbal cueing).

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