Agility Flatwork

Service Description

Your dog spends more time running with you on the flat between the obstacles than time spent performing the obstacles. On the flat is where you set your dog up for the next obstacle and where you spend most of your time guiding your dog. You can see why flatwork requires excellent communication between you and your dog. In this class, you will develop a system with your dog while teaching each agility maneuver without worrying about performing the obstacle. The movements or cues will signal your dog to perform specific behaviors. Following this method lets you know exactly what your body is telling your dog to do. The goal is timely, coherent, consistent, and clear communication so your dog will take direction on the course and stay with you. Skills covered include click to yes, shaping games on a Cato board, click to Treat and Train, Go!, wraps, post turns, foot targets/2 on 2 off, hand-switch for blinds crosses, stays.