Rally Obedience

Rally Obedience Group Classes __________________________________________________________________________________________________

Whether you enjoy AKC competition or you just want to have fun with your pet, Rally promotes both fun and enjoyment for dogs and their handlers. It is a great way for you and your dog to work together while polishing your skills.

Rally offers both the dogs and handlers an experience that is fun and energizing. The canine team moves at their own pace, very similar to rally-style auto racing. Rally was designed with the traditional pet owner in mind, but it can still be very challenging for those who enjoy higher levels of competition. A rally course includes 10 to 20 stations, depending on the level. Scoring is not as rigorous as traditional obedience.

Communication between handler and dog is encouraged and perfect heel position is not required, but there should be a sense of teamwork between the dog and handler. The main objective of rally is to produce dogs that have been trained to behave in the home, in public places, and in the presence of other dogs, in a manner that will reflect positively on the sport of rally at all times and under all conditions. Novice Courses are designed to teach you the very basic fundamentals of getting started in Rally. Advanced and Excellent courses are designed for someone who already has an understanding of rally and is ready to move up. __________________________________________________________________________________________________

PREREQUISITE for Rally Obedience: you must have completed basic obedience and be able to perform the five basic commands consistently and under distraction. A foundation in marker training is preferred but not required. If you have questions about which class is best for you please send me an email and I will be happy to help you.
Email: stef@poochysmooches.com
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Upcoming Classes

Date	Time	Fee	Location	Enrollment Contact Information

Private Training	by Appt	$45 per session mileage charges may apply	Client Location	Stefanie Kitcher stef@poochysmooches.com 314.570.3894

CLASS REQUIREMENTS!

FEES:

Class enrollment fees are non-refundable for any reason once classes have started. On occasion classes are rescheduled but will be made up at the convenience of Poochy Smooches and the Sponsor. If you can not make it to the make up classes they can not be refunded or replaced for any reason. Classes can not be switched or substituted once they have begun, nor can dogs be substituted for any reason.

BITING DOGS:

If you have a dog that bites, has bitten in the past or tries to bite or that you think could bite, please notify Stefanie Kitcher prior to registering for classes. Your dog will need to be evaluated in order to ensure the safety of the other teams that are enrolled. Dogs that bite or show aggression to other humans or dogs may be excused without a refund.

VACCINATION RECORDS:

You will need to provide a copy of an updated vaccination record including Bordatella and a Rabies Certificate. (NO EXCEPTIONS!) Children 12 yrs and older will be accepted as handlers unless other arrangements have been made in advance. No other children, family members or dogs other than the registered dog & handler team may attend class (unless you are the parent of a minor).

MANDATORY HANDLER TRAINING:

Basic obedience and new students: Orientation & Handler training is held on the first night of each basic obedience course, this night is MANDATORY for this class. Please do not bring dogs on the first night.