Paws Ahead Dog Agility Class Information
Our goal is to ensure that both handler and dog have a fun and exciting time while attending agility classes at Paws Ahead. Many of our students have gone on to trial and are having great success achieving their goals while still maintaining a high level of fun.
Classes
Agility classes are available M-F evenings.
Please call or complete our registration form for agility classes. (note: If we left a message and did not receive a call back, your name has been removed from our waiting list). If you have sent a registration from our site and have not received a confirmation back by e-mail within a few days, please contact us to confirm receipt.
Our agility schedule lists the class dates, times and availability. To go on our waiting list for our next available class go to registration.
Cost
Club rate - $105.00
Beginner Agility - $110.25
Advance Agility - $110.25
(includes GST) for 6 / 1hr classes (includes warm-up time). Payment by cash, cheque, debit or credit card - required 2 weeks prior to class. Please note: no refunds.
See our class schedule for days and times.
Beginners Agility
For dogs just beginning in this sport. You will be taught how to manoeuvre a series of obstacles such as Tire, Teeter, A-Frame and other obstacles. The handlers will be given instruction on how to give direction and guidance to their dogs using positive reinforcement. Beginner dogs will be introduced to clicker training.
Advanced Agility
We ask the handlers to have a *minimum of two sets of beginners before moving up or have previous training. Dogs must be familiar with all equipment and be able to run an agility course off leash.
*Our trainers descretion only
For dogs who have learned the basics of agility and require practice to improve speed and consistency and handling skills. Or for people wanting to trial with their dogs.
Trialing
The performance is judged, and infractions result in faults being assessed. Dogs are placed in one of four divisions, they are determined by their shoulder height, and compete against other dogs in their class. The winner is determined by the least amount of faults and the quickest time in a run. See Agility Guide for more information on trials.
**Aggression is not tolerated in classes.
Dogs may be excused at any time without refund.**
Agility News
- Dec. '07 - Dizzy and Sylvie earned their ATCHC and BRONZE award of Merit