Maplewood is now offering Agility classes for all levels. Michele has been involved in dog training for the last 15 years. First in Obedience with her Golden Retrievers, then she discovered Agility and fell in love with the sport. She's been actively competing in Agility for the last six years. Michele also works her dogs in harness in the Fall and Winter months when she participates in various dog sledding events with her six Australian Shepherds.
Prerequisites: This class is open to puppies 6 months and up and well socialized dogs. Knowledge of basic obedience skills such as come, sit, down and stay are required.
At this level, dogs are introduced to jumps, tunnels, the tire and the table. Emphasis will be put on the safe performance of these obstacles. This class will also focus on the following skills:
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Prerequisites: Completion of Beginners Level 1 or the equivalent.
At this level, dogs continue to work on their jump and tunnel skills. Contact obstacles are introduced as well as the weaves. This class will also focus on the following skills:
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Prerequisites: Completion of Beginners Level 2 or the equivalent.
At this level, dogs should have a good knowledge of all agility equipment. Emphasis will be put on improving the performance of all equipment. This class will also focus on the following skills:
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Starters Class: Competition level sequences are introduced.
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Advanced Class: Advanced level sequences are introduced.
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Classes are typically 1 hour in length. There are 2 available options:
1. Group Lessons (maximum 4 dogs): $200 for 8 weeks, HST included. Payment is due on the first day of the session.
2. Private lessons: $40 an hour, HST included. Payment is due on day of lesson.
For further details and to register for one of our classes, please contact Michele at: 613-774-0128 or email: maplewooddogretreat@gmail.com.