Description
Advanced Focus class is perfect for you if your dog has successfully completed Focus 1 and 2 and/or Reactive Dog 1 and 2 can fluently demonstrate the skills taught in those classes. This class is also perfect for those dogs currently in a sports class but struggle to stay engaged with their handler while working
This class is for you if
- Your dog is great until the distraction level increases.
- You want to compete in sports.
- You currently compete in sports but struggle to keep your dog with you.
- You want to stay in school!
You will learn:
- Reinforcement Strategies that will blow your dog’s mind!
- Examine how you may be inadvertently reinforcing disengagement
- How to reduce reinforcement for known behaviors even under distraction
Your dog will learn:
- Working with you is the best thing, no matter what the distraction
Things to bring:
- LOTS OF YUMMY FOOD – different flavors not mixed together and cut up into small reward-sized pieces
- Efficient system for food delivery – ie, training vest, treat pouch, etc. Things that won’t work: Manufacturer’s bag, zip lock bag, containers, etc. Reinforcement MUST be on your person and available for easy and efficient access during each training exercise. No Exceptions.
- Long Line – at least 15 ft – NO Retractable leashes.
- Dog should be on a Flat Collar or harness. No choke collars, no head collars. Please call us if you use any other gear for your dog.
- Dog’s favorite toys, at least 2 AND a way to have them on your person – ie, training vest or kilt.
- Bowl for water
Prerequisites:
- Focus 1 and 2 Or Reactive Dog 1 and 2 or currently enrolled in Sport class
This is NOT a beginner course.
NO REACTIVE DOGS.
If you are not sure if you meet the minimum requirements, please give us a call. If you enroll in Advanced Focus and you and your dog are found to NOT meet the minimum requirements, you will be transferred to an appropriate class.
