Class One
Class One
Time
12:15pm to 1:15pm
Every Sunday
Summary
Class One is for handlers who have passed the Basic Class test. The class is taught partially off-lead and the handler is expected to start to phase out treats.
Exercises
The following new exercises are covered by the class:
• Heel work (off-lead)
• Stays (off-lead/with distractions)
• Novice recall (off-lead)
• ‘A’ recall (straight line)
• Basic Retrieve
• Distance Control (next to dog)
Stage One Test – taken in Class One to move into Class Two
• No tit-bits can be used during the course of the test
• As much encouragement and as many commands as necessary may be given
• Exercise must be completed with a distraction (another handler and dog standing by the test ring)
• No more than 7 points can be lost to pass
What your dog will be tested on:
• Heelwork (on lead): Lead must remain slack and a tight lead will be penalized
• Heelwork (off lead): Dog’s attention must remain on the handler and must remain with handler throughout the exercise
• Novice Recall (off lead): Includes a formal present and finish
• Sit Stay (off lead) – 1 minute
• Down Stay (off lead) – 2 minutes
• With handler standing by their dog and the dog must be able to be handled by the judge