The class emphasis is to prepare dog and handler teams for competitive obedience in

the AKC Novice Obedience Class, as well as the Beginner Novice Class. Instruction

will focus on the following:

1) Handler gaining and keeping dog’s attention

2) All elements of heeling by utilizing drills, exercises and games to develop accuracy

and enthusiasm

3) Kick – back stands and stand stay for Stand for Examination

4) Sit stay / walk around dog

5) Rapid recalls

6) Straight fronts

7) Smart/ swift finishes and set-ups

8) Reliable sit and down stays for group exercises

9) Competition ring warm-up and entry

10) Introduction to jumping, the dumbbell, and the retrieve