Start Line Stay Workshop

Start Line Stay Workshop

$99.00

Trainer: Donna Savoie

Saturday, February 7th from 2-5 pm

This Workshop is dedicated to one of the MOST important agility skills = Start Line Stays

Working Dogs will be off leash and one dog at a time will be working.  Dogs waiting their turn can be crated, can be staying with their owner on leash, can be worked out of their car.  The waiting area will be gated off.  Dogs who bark while waiting will be asked to wait in their car. 

Description

New to agility? Looking for foundation skills to work on that doesn’t require all the fancy equipment? Need help with having your dog wait in a stay until released to start your agility course? This workshop is for you.

This is great practice for all levels of agility students with any level of a startline!


Things to bring:

  • Dogs should be wearing a collar or harness.
  • TONS of your dog’s favorite treats.  Suggested items include: packaged treats, people food like cheese, steak, chicken or other left overs.  Bring a large amount and several varieties of awesome food.
  • A way to manage your treats – ie., training kilt, treat pouch, training vest.  Pockets will be inadequate and you won’t be able to work out of a zip lock baggie.
  • Your dog’s favorite toys.   (more than one)
  • Regular 6 ft leash that you walk your dog on.  NO RETRACTABLE LEASHES.
  • A sense of humor

If you will need help with your dog’s gear, please contact us and arrange to arrive early.

No Reactive Dogs – Dogs must be friendly toward other dogs and people

Dogs should know their own name and respond reliably to it

Dogs that mark equipment will be required to wear a belly band or diaper.  No exceptions. There will be a $20 cleaning fee assessed for each dog each time equipment is marked.