Monday, April 18, 2011

Weave! Weave! Weave!

An Overview of Weaving for Agility, Obedience and Trick Training can be found by clicking on Lesley's Training Tips Link!


Happy Training!

With special thanks to Katie and Kimma!

Wednesday, March 23, 2011

So what is a 'Front Cross' and how do we as the handlers use it?

Click on Lesley's Training Top Tips and find out!



With special thanks to Leanne and Zac




Upcoming Classes!


Calling all Puppies! 
We have new puppy foundation classes and beginner agility starting this April.


Please let your friends and doggy neighbors know about our classes.  Refer a friend who enrolls and earn a dog toy!







Please contact Lesley for more details.

Happy Training!

Saturday, March 12, 2011

CGC Success!

Congratulations to all those that took part in the AKC Canine Good Citizen Exam on Sunday March 6th.

Our first CGC exam for 2011 with all participants passing.

We would love to post the photos of our new graduates with their certificates. So don't forget to bring them to your next training session.

Enjoy your Spring Break!

Monday, February 21, 2011

CGC Practice Class

Thanks to everyone who participated in CGC practice class last Saturday.
Keep up the good work.
We will see you on Sunday March 6th at 6.30pm for the exam.

Happy Training!




Thursday, February 17, 2011

News News News!



DOGWALK THIS WEEKEND…. SATURDAY MORNING 10AM AT JONES FOREST OFF FM1488.  PLEASE EMAIL ME TO CONFIRM ATTENDANCE AND WHICH CAR PARK TO MEET AT.


AGILITY SHOW N GO PRACTICE SESSION  - Some club members attending – THIS SUNDAY



Agility  Show ‘n Go THIS SUNDAY
$5 for 90 seconds in the ring.
Run a course or just practice
Sunday February 20th, 2011
5pm to 8pm

Great opportunity for training-in-the-ring.  Food and toys okay, and we'll help you set out "targets". Bathrooms are located inside the building.




Reminders for CGC Class




Hi Everyone,


Well done to all our CGC Students. You did very well.


Homework:


Heelwork… straight, turn right, turn left. TIP: signal the turn ahead of time, with hand/shoulder position, give commands early so your dog has time to react, watch for distractions and work that bit harder to keep your dog’s attention
Stays: Build gradually, work on the elements you need to perfect. Watch out for Sensitive spots: when you first set off, when you get a certain distance, when you turn, when you approach the dog.
Relaxation: Sitting beside you, hand in collar, for a minute or two (build gradually)
Proofing Heelwork with distractions: work around large items (vacuum, chairs, boxes, cans, watering can, etc) around sheets of paper on the floor, etc
Meet and Greet: with a partner, practice approaching, sitting dog and handshake/brief conversation. If alone, act it out as if someone is there. Speak, reach out, etc.


Get out of Jail Cards: Puppy recall and forward into heel; 360 pivot; D exercise


Build sit at heel using wall on one side


Remember, Head collars and No Pull harnesses are not allowed during tests. Neither are treats, although you may reward your dog between exercises. You need to start working without treats or head collars etc. Start by clipping leash to normal collar but leave head collar on, then remove…


Don’t panic! Anticipate problems and work it. If it goes wrong, re-gain composure and control and carry on!


See you next week! Happy Practicing.
Lesley











Saturday, January 29, 2011

Is Your Dog a Good Citizen?


Come earn your AKC Canine Good Citizen® with us!

Two practice sessions
5:00 PM – Saturday, February 12, 2011
5:00 PM – Saturday, February 19, 2011
… And then the test!
6:30 PM – Sunday, March 6th

Location:  Forest Shadows daycare room
Eligibility:  All dogs that have completed their basic puppy obedience
Cost:  $50 for current club members, and $65 for non-club members (those who are not currently taking classes).  There will be an extra spectator fee of $5.

Space is limited!  If interested, please email katie.marie.brennan@gmail.com as soon as possible to guarantee your spot.