Flatwork - Agility Mini Series

Agility Workshop with Kristie

In this 3 part workshop, you will work on beginning handler - dog connection and general handling skills. Each week will build on to skills from the previous week. This mini series is open to dogs who have completed Companion Dog Essentials

and are 8 months old or older. NO agility experience is required. This mini series would be great for people considering agility, or newcomers looking to develop beginner skills.

Layering 

 Agility Workshop with Kristie

Layering is an agility handling technique in which there is an obstacle that the dog shouldn't perform “layered” between the handler and the dog. This technique requires the dog to work at a distance from the handler, and for the handler to appropriately cue the desired behavior/obstacle to the dog.

In this workshop, participants will learn to use physical and verbal cues to keep dogs on their path to take the correct obstacle, even when separated from the handler.

Prior agility experience is required

Back-Side Jumps, Backs & Front Side

Agility Workshop with Kristie

As the sport of agility has progressed, many agility venues now include jumping from both

the side facing the dog and handler, and jumping from the back-side.

This workshop will focus on developing back-side jumping skills.

We will also focus on the handler’s position, cuing, verbals, and the dog’s path

 since they all contribute to successful jumping skills. 

Prior agility experience is required

Turns & Wraps

Agility Workshop with Kristie

There are many times when the path on an agility course changes, and dogs need to wrap around an obstacle to head in a new direction. Handlers need to be able to cue their dogs appropriately in order to perform wraps well.

In this workshop, we will discuss and practice a variety of wraps which will be determined by various sets. 

Prior agility experience is required

Clever K9 

 Environmental Agility Workshop

Workshop with Jen

Come learn the fun and engaging dog sport of "Canine Parkour". In this workshop we will build the foundation skills to get you and your dog started using any environment you are in to engage your dog physically and mentally.

You will build confidence while teaching more body awareness with climbing, jumping, balance

Dogs must have complete Companion Dog Fundamentals or higher.

Heeling Workshop

with Jen

In this workshop we will break down what it means to "heel" and the major components that make up this elusive  training position. We will create focus and position with clear communication.

Dogs must have completed Companion Dog Essentials or higher.

Tricks Workshop

with Julianne

Want to have fun with your dog while challenging them physically and mentally?

In this workshop we will build your dog's trick skills. We can use tricks in everyday situations, like "waiting" in the vets office, while you wait your turn in other canine sport classes, or just as a way to challenge your dog in everyday situations.

Along with positive reinforcement we will use shaping and luring techniques.

 Tricks may include, crawl, shake, high five, roll over, spin, sit pretty, wave, back up, hoop, paws up, push up. 



Prerequisites: Puppy Primer or Companion Dog Fundamentals

Stunt Dog Workshop

with Julianne

This workshop we will help you take your dog's trick repertoire to the next level.

If you have ever thought about performing or doing demos with your dog at schools, nursing homes, fairs, etc. then this is the class for you.

We will be creating a trick routine and learning strategies for keeping control of our dogs in the face of distractions and ring skills to inspire and entertain audiences. We will also be working toward the ability to pass a structured Stunt Dog Ring trial and title.

Prerequisite: Tricks class 

 Weaves Workshops

Agility Workshop with Kristie

Weaves #1 : 

Using the 2x2 method to learn to weave without handler assistance and to build independence in weaving. This workshop is suitable for dogs who are just learning to weave as well as for those who are not yet doing weaves independently.

This is a beginner level workshop.

Weaves #2

Designed for dogs already doing weaves independently, this workshop will focus on more difficult entries, exists,

rear and front crosses at the end of weaves. As well as building distance and layering with weaves

Prior agility experience is required

Speedway Simulation

Agility  with Kristie

In this simulation Speedway participants will get to practice run-throughs. Prep for competition or

for anyone new, you'll get to experience what the setting is like

This is open to any client who has graduated an agility class with My Dog's Place.

Pre-registration is required.

Prior agility experience is required

Tandems and Rear Crosses

Agility Workshop with Kristie

In this workshop participants will learn how to use a Tandem Turn as well as Rear Crosses while working on sequences.

This workshop is appropriate for participants of the previous "Rear Cross" workshop

as well as other dogs enrolled in an agility class with My Dog's Place.



Prior agility experience is required